a designer chair typically sells for
£1,200
It looks and feels beautiful. But it only costs £200 to make. That's a 500% mark up.
THE HIGH STREET MODEL
THE MADE.COM APPROACH
Everyone in the chain adds a cost, which you end up paying for
We cut out unnecessary costs and connect you to the makers
Design & production
£200
First off is drawing up the design and getting it made
Importers
£300
Agents take a cut for bringing it into the country
Wholesalers
£500
Wholesalers make a profit by buying and selling in bulk
High street stores
£800
Rents and running costs add one last bump to the price
Final high street price
£1,200
£350
