Co-owner James earned his pocket money helping his dad build chests of drawers. After gaining a geography degree from Sheffield University he joined the family business full time at the age of 24. Growing up in Davenport, James lives locally with his family splitting his time between the Stockport and Denton showrooms and personally measuring every job Crown Bedrooms make.

Co-owner Joanne started working at Crown Bedrooms more than 20 years ago. Joanne, who qualified in international business with French at university, spent some time living in France before setting up home in Cheadle Hulme.