Olya Upcycle

Penzance, UK

Based in the charming coastal town of Penzance, Cornwall, this furniture painter specializes in transforming pre-loved and bespoke furniture into beautifully finished, hand-painted pieces. Drawing inspiration from different countries, heritage interiors, and timeless design, their work combines craftsmanship, creativity, and sustainability.

Philosophy & Approach

Artisanal Craftsmanship: Each piece is hand-prepared and painted, often using high-quality, eco-friendly paints (e.g., low-VOC or mineral-based) to ensure both beauty and durability.

Sustainable Mindset: Rather than discarding old furniture, this painter brings it back to life — upcycling existing pieces and giving them a fresh, customized look.

Design Sensibility: This artist tries to honour the aesthetic and style and intention of the original piece of furniture.  Using Bold block colours or highly textured or blended finishes or Crisp Clean Sharp design, Bold and Vibrant in colour palette or muted and Quieter, essentially an eclectic mix of styles, depending on how the furniture ' 'Speaks' to her. You will always get an Original Statement piece, whichever direction she takes it.

Services

Furniture Restoration & Painting: Cabinets, dressers, tables, chairs — any wooden piece can be refinished, repainted or artistically decorated.

Custom Colour Matching: Work with clients to choose or match bespoke colour palettes, including distressed or antiqued finishes.

Decorative Finishes: Techniques like chalk-paint, mineral finish, glazing, or hand-distressing to add personality and depth.