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Category Archives: Custom Joinery

Stunning American Oak Dining Table

May 30, 2016
by Matthew
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A large family with 5 teenagers needed a dining table that was individual and bespoke that would create a meeting place and warm environment for family meals. The table was built from solid American Oak timber and a custom stain was used to create a warm inviting environment to blend the kitchen space into the living area, designed by Gary Hamer. The client requested the table to appear to float, to allow more chairs to be placed and this was achieved by using an angled recessed frame. To give more interest to the tabletop it was designed to have cross section strips of timber along the edges and in the middle of the table.

Gary Hamer Interior Design and Finer Living worked together to create this beautiful piece.

Many long lunches and late summer dinners are now spent around this bespoke table that will stay in the family for generations.





 

 

Wall Unit Renovation Qlder

March 11, 2016
by Matthew
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After the outstanding restoration job they did of an old mantle we decided
to ask the Finer Living team to custom build a piece of furniture for our
cottage. The result was a beautiful and functional custom built wall unit
for our cottage. Their meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail has
ensured that the wall unit integrates well into the space.

Custom Built Round Dining Table

December 22, 2015
by Matthew
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This table is based on a 1960 design and feel. The base is a flowing design giving the pedestal a nice feel and shape too. The top is 1800mm in diameter with a taped edge design. The stain has a drift wood tone and is open and the finish is a hard wearing surface offering durability and stability adding a uniqueness to the dining setting.

 




Custom Built Ottoman

December 22, 2015
by Matthew
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This Ottoman was custom made to fix at the end off a king size bed. The legs have a flowing curved shape with a turned middle section to compliment the bedroom setting. The seat has 75mm foam wrap in three different foams to give it a soft yet springy feel , which will enable it to hold its shape and integrity and provide extra comfort. This ottoman adds a unique addition to a bedroom setting.




Sofitel Luxury Hotel appreciates comfort for their customers

December 2, 2015
by Matthew
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We have recently delivered the new tables and chairs to the Sofitel club Lounge on Level 30
Banquet seating was also installed, adding new spaces of comfort and privacy to the lounge.

The Sofitel wanted 15 dining room tables and 30 new leather chairs and we had very limited space to work within, so we designed a table that was large enough to still be able to fit 4 people comfortably while still keeping the table strong but also light enough to move around.

The chairs are made from an extremely soft leather and are very comfortable and fitting for a luxury environment.




 

 

Custom Built Solid Oak Table

August 31, 2015
by Matthew
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This table will serve many long lunches and many memorable dinners. Made from Solid Oak and 4 metres long this table is built to last. A local interior designer asked us to construct it for a client, and the client was over the moon with the outcome. They are so excited to have this piece to bring their family together.

Table design: Gary Hamer Designs

 



A Media Room with Charm

August 24, 2015
by Matthew
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We were asked to create a media room that offered charm and warmth to a stylish apartment. The room needed to be comfortable and inviting to sit in to read a book or to watch a movie. We went with a new age veneer finished with a clear finish. The panels were installed as to not show any fixings and we worked with two coloured paneling to create space for the artwork in amongst the media hardware. The final product produced the effect of a media room with contemporary yet classic style.

Experience and meticulous craftsmanship combined to give an exceptional result for the wall and ceiling paneling. An added bonus was the efficient and smooth, hassle-free installation of the work. Highly recommended.

 Andrew Clouston

 

Classic yet Modern Bedside Tables

July 29, 2015
by Matthew
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We were asked to make bedside tables with a classic ultra modern look. The drawer blends in with the base, making it look like one unit and the grain flows around all sides of the drawer. The legs are made from solid oak and stained to keep the grain but give it a darker colour. The drawers slide in and out with a slight touch. The bedsides are solid, classic and timeless.

 

Extra Comfy Sofa with Chaise

July 29, 2015
by Matthew
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Built to the owners design to be extra comfortable with the inclusion of the chaise. The chaise comfortably fits two people and with feather inserts in the back cushions this makes for super comfort. The whole sofa is designed for ultimate comfort, also along with the inclusion of feathers there are three different types of foams used to create support, comfort and durability.

The sofa is 3400mm long with a width of 950mm.




A desk to remember

April 17, 2015
by Matthew
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A couple were holidaying in Tasmania when they fell in love with this piece of Huon Pine. The colour, the grain, everything in the timber gave them a feeling they couldn’t walk away from. They decided to bring it back to Brisbane and have it made into a functional furniture piece they could continue to admire in their home.

Finer Living were able to transform their treasure into a unique piece that highlights the colour and grain, while remaining functional, unique and stylish.

Matthew suggested contrasting a darker timber against the Huon pine to highlight the natural colours in the pine and this works wonderfully. Using a cross leg design in French Walnut added contrast and timber inlays were also incorporated along the sides to a solid Walnut back. This leads the eye around the piece and back to the solid timber handles at the front. Each drawer is made from French Oak and are mitre joined to the top, making it look like it is made from one solid section.

The owners said they wanted something they could hand down through the family to keep their love of the timber alive, and Matthew had this in mind when designing the desk. The owners are over the moon with their find from Tasmania now being a desk that can be treasured forever.