About Us
by DeFrae
About DeFrae Contract Furniture. DeFrae offer inspirational, design-led contract furniture to suit all environments and budgets
ABOUT US
Who are DeFrae Contract Furniture?
DeFrae Contract Furniture Ltd is a London-based specialist supplier of high-quality contract furniture for restaurants, bars, hotels, cafés, coffee shops, clubs and commercial office spaces. With offices in Buckhurst Hill, Essex and Shirley, Croydon, we support hospitality and commercial clients across London, the Home Counties and throughout the UK.
Our Story
Founded in 2011 with a clear purpose—to provide hospitality venues with stylish, long-lasting contract furniture—DeFrae has grown from a small, passionate team into one of the UK’s leading contract furniture suppliers. We first supported independent cafés and restaurants, offering furniture that balanced practical durability with strong design. Over the years, our client base has expanded significantly, helped by our commitment to quality, service and attention to detail.
Today, we are proud to work with well-known hospitality brands including Daisy Green, Alchemist Bars, Saint Espresso and Itsu. We also supply furniture to prestigious destinations such as Harrods, Ascot Racecourse, international hotel groups and several Premier League football clubs. As a result, DeFrae furniture can now be found in restaurants, bars, hotels, lounge areas and cafés across the UK.
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive and carefully curated collection of contract-grade furniture for hospitality and commercial interiors. Our range includes:
- Dining restaurant chairs, side chairs, armchairs and lounge seating
- Bar stools and counter stools for restaurants, bars and hotels
- Restaurant tables, table bases and bespoke tabletops
- Bespoke banquette seating, handcrafted in the UK
- Outdoor furniture for cafés, pubs, hotels and rooftop spaces
- Custom upholstery in velvet, faux leather, bouclé or Customer’s Own Material (COM)
- Made-to-order furniture available in a wide selection of colours, fabrics and finishes
- Product sourcing for unique, design-led or hard-to-find pieces
- Project support for interior designers, architects, fit-out companies and venue owners
Whether you are opening a new venue, refurbishing an existing space or managing a full multi-site rollout, our team can provide tailored solutions to suit your style, operational needs and budget.
Why Clients Choose DeFrae
Clients choose DeFrae because we combine design expertise with a friendly, hands-on approach. Our extensive product range includes both contemporary and classic styles, ensuring versatility for designers and operators. Meanwhile, our bespoke upholstery and made-to-order options make it easy to create a unique identity for each venue.
We also work exclusively with trusted and responsible manufacturers. This guarantees consistent quality, reliable lead times and durable products that are built for commercial use. Furthermore, our team is always on hand to provide advice, samples and practical support throughout the design and procurement process.
Our Team
Behind DeFrae is a team with deep experience in hospitality interiors, furniture manufacturing and project delivery. We take pride in understanding each client’s brief and recommending products that support the aesthetic, layout and operational requirements of the space.
Through close collaboration with designers, architects and venue owners, we ensure smooth project progression from enquiry through to delivery. Clear communication and attention to detail are central to how we work.
Sustainability & Responsibility
We are committed to partnering with suppliers who operate ethically and responsibly. Many of our UK-made seating products are constructed using FSC-certified timber and carefully sourced materials. We continually review our supply chain to ensure that our furniture aligns with today’s expectations for sustainability, durability and lifecycle value.
We believe long-lasting, well-crafted furniture is one of the most responsible choices a venue can make, which is why durability is a core part of our selection process.
Our Locations
Our offices in Buckhurst Hill and Shirley, Croydon allow us to efficiently support clients across London and the South East. In addition, we manage and supply projects nationwide, working with restaurants, bars, hotels, cafés and commercial venues throughout the UK.
Let’s Work Together
If you are planning a new venue, refreshing an existing space or seeking bespoke contract furniture, we would be delighted to help. Contact us to discuss your project, request samples or receive a tailored quotation from the DeFrae team.
OUR CLIENTS
LATEST REVIEWS
I researched extensively in my quest for two bistro-style garden chairs- but had no success.
Finally, I googled DeFrae, and received the most personal, professional and intelligent guidance from Danni Pushkin, the managing director.
The whole process from start to finish was flawless. The cost of the chairs and the delivery was most reasonable, especially compared to other companies.
I unreservedly recommend this excellent company to anyone searching for garden furniture.
Thank you so much!
Helena Trevelyan
Thank you Danni Pushkin, owner of DeFrae, for what I can only describe as exceptional service. Within 1 hour of calling you we were able to place an order and know when to expect delivery. I will certainly be checking your website when we next order furniture, which knowing my wife will be very soon.
Andy and Sarah
From our initial phone call, Danni was invaluable in helping us compile our order, she sent out an amazing selection of fabric samples, and coordinated everything to ensure that the delivery of the furniture worked with the opening of the restaurant.
The quality of the product is outstanding. Our client is over the moon.
We can't recommend DeFrae enough and we will definitely be looking to use them again on future projects.
Thanks for all your help.
Oliver
IO Design Studio Ltd
