Founded in Amsterdam, Nizam Atelier started as an experimental design workspace focused on structural timber and architectural joinery. Today, we bridge the gap between heavy timber framing and premium residential furniture design.
Every wooden joint, support block, and panel edge is crafted with the exactitude expected of physical building frameworks. We source exclusively sustainable pine from European managed forests, emphasizing dry joinery methods and healthy, VOC-free finishings.
"A piece of furniture should possess the same engineering truth as a bridge or a cathedral roof structure."
We maintain transparent manufacturing processes. Below are the engineering constraints and materials guidelines used across all custom and catalog series.
| PARAMETER | SPECIFICATION / STANDARD | TOLERANCE / THRESHOLD |
|---|---|---|
| Timber Sourcing | PEFC & FSC Certified Nordic Pine (Pinus sylvestris) | Moisture level: 8% to 12% |
| Joint Assemblies | Exposed Mortise & Tenon, Doweled, Half-Lap joints | Deviation limit: ±0.3mm |
| Treatment & Finish | Organic natural linseed oils, technical beeswax seals | Zero VOCs / Chemical-free |
| Support Load Limits | Structural cross-bracing pine frames | Up to 280kg static load capacity |