Seamless Collaboration: How Cutr Helped Studio Rara Bring a Custom Home to Life

About

Harry is an accomplished interior architect with a specialty in high-end residential design. His projects span Germany, the Netherlands, and Australia. 

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In 2018, Harry founded Studio Rara, a multidisciplinary design studio. The studio offers a comprehensive range of services, including interior design, spatial design, and graphic design, catering primarily to B2C clients for interiors and B2B clients for design consulting and project management.

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Under Harry’s guidance, Studio Rara has become known for its thoughtful and innovative approach, creating spaces and designs that are as striking as they are practical. 

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The Challenge

Harry needed a production partner who could execute a highly detailed custom joinery package for a residential project in Amsterdam. Finding the right manufacturer was crucial—not only did they need the technical expertise, but they also had to work within his tight lead time and match his design expectations.

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Harry also needed a clear and efficient process for finalizing materials, drawings, and installation details. Managing multiple vendors would have made the project more complex, so he was looking for a streamlined approach that would simplify project management.

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Cutr stood out as the quickest to confirm his budget, providing a quote within two days and connecting him with a production partner who could handle the level of craftsmanship required. He was particularly impressed when the quote included the stainless steel bench top, a complex element he wasn’t sure Cutr could deliver. An added benefit was the ease of communication and collaboration, allowing Harry to refine his design digitally and oversee installation seamlessly.

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The Solution

The journey from design to production was seamless, with samples playing a key role in decision-making. For instance, Harry wasn’t certain about the appearance of the painted oak veneer, so the production partner, Van Dalen Interiors, created a custom sample for him to review and sign off on. 

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The drawing approval process on the Cutr platform made the entire experience effortless. Harry would receive notifications when new drawings were ready for review, allowing him to comment directly through the platform. Rianne and the Van Dalen team would promptly acknowledge or implement the feedback, ensuring the project progressed smoothly.

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Managing the process digitally saved significant time by eliminating the need for back-and-forth transport of physical materials and documents. This flexibility allowed Harry to review designs at his convenience, balancing the project seamlessly with other commitments.

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Through collaboration with Cutr and their expert partners, Harry successfully delivered a beautifully crafted custom home interior in Amsterdam, demonstrating the seamless blend of innovative design and beautiful execution.

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The Future

When asked to rate his experience working with Cutr on a scale of 1 to 5, Harry didn’t hesitate to give it a 5. “Cutr saved me so much time because I didn’t have to meet with five different production partners myself. Cutr had already done that, and they paired me with someone who had the right experience for my project,” he explained.

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As for future collaborations, Harry is certain: “I will absolutely work with Cutr again. I will prefer using Cutr over other joiners and interior builders.” The streamlined process, expert guidance, and high-quality results have made Cutr an indispensable partner for Harry’s interior design projects.

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Cutr’s Production Partner: Van Dalen Interiors

Van Dalen Interiors is a young and dynamic company that specializes in designing and realizing custom interiors. Rianne and her team has over 10 years of experience working with other businesses and direct to consumers to deliver highly detailed, bespoke fitouts. Van Dalen has been producing with Cutr for just less than a year, and have already successfully collaborated on 14 jobs together. Their attention to detail and love of design make them a perfect partner for Cutr.

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