Who we are
Mike Tidd is a fully qualified and experienced cabinet maker and carpenter from the UK, now based in central Crete. He has over 25 years of experience making kitchens and furniture.
He completed an apprenticeship as a Cabinet Maker in Toronto, Canada in 1983 and since then he has built numerous pieces of handcrafted furniture, kitchens, and built-in cabinetry.
Mike's partner Jo Logan handles the design and project planning. She has over 20 years experience as a designer and project manager working for many large multinational companies.
What our customers say
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Just a note to say how pleased we are with the completed dressing room. I don't think it's an exaggeration to say that this has made it possible for us to move properly into the house.
The dressing room was something that we had planned from the beginning but since we didn't fancy the one-size-fits-all cupboards we had seen in other new-build houses, we were left with just a small box-room. Now though we have loads of shelves, hanging-up and general storage space, all where we (not the house-builder) want it. And it looks brilliant too, really complements the rest of the house.
We were both pleased with the whole process from first contacting you through to designing, planning, delivering and fitting the finished items.” Glyn Jones & Daphne Paulett Rethymno
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Building a house can be a daunting task, particularly if you build a house in a foreign country and don't know the ropes. If, however, like me you have the assistance of the Carpenter in Crete, Mike, and his wife Jo, then you are saved a lot of headaches.
Mike and Jo more or less entirely furnished my new house and two guest apartments with kitchens, built-in and stand-alone furniture.
I knew more or less what I wanted but Mike and Jo offered great suggestions for improvement. Jo is very well versed in state-of-the-art fittings and they were both extremely helpful with selecting tiles, marble and granite. The workmanship was excellent and their assistance was invaluable.” Jennifer Sohst Kamilari, Heraklion
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My wife and I first met the team of Mike Tidd and partner, Jo Logan, "Carpenter on Crete" some 12 months ago when we engaged them to design, build and fit a kitchen for us. The efficiency, craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail impressed us enormously.
I have been involved with the construction industry, directly and indirectly, over the past 40 years and can appreciate the difficulties this team will have faced in trying to interpret a potential client's needs in a different country. All of our needs were met by the excellent communication maintained throughout.
Since then we have employed "Carpenter on Crete" for 3 further projects. On each occasion we have been very pleased with the result and that each project came in within time and the agreed budget. In addition to the impressive work, the personality of the team adds humour to the whole undertaking.” Mr & Mrs Gilbert Verity The Blue House, Kavousi
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Cretan Life is an investment specialist company that owns land and historical houses in Crete, Greece.
Our front-line apartment in the port of Chania had been completely overhauled and required specialist carpentry and furnishings that needed to be practical and functional yet reflect traditional qualities.
After reviewing a number of companies throughout Crete we secured the services of Mike Tidd to produce an oak kitchen and vanity units and cupboards for the two ensuite bathrooms in limed oak. Mike was also commissioned to produce all matching cabinetry for the lounge and dining room and three beds with matching cabinetry for the bedrooms in complimentary quality, design and style.
Cretan Life is impressed with the quality of product and professionalism delivered by Mr Tidd's company and he is at present putting together proposals for our next project- a large residence in Chania Old Town. Cretan Life would have no hesitation in recommending Mr.Tidd’s company.” Andreas Theocharides Managing Director, Cretan Life Hania
