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Providing essential storage for keys, wallets, phones etc... This Hall Cabinet was designed with practical yet design considerations in mind.
Created from Rock Maple Timber and coupled with the warm contrast of American Walnut, this Hall cabinet is of course fitted with dovetailed drawers and accompanied with soft close runners providing effortless ease of use.
The advantage of custom making provides stylish solutions to practical problems.
The original Chest of Drawers as seen below was made in 1995. Constructed from resalvaged Qld Maple and English Oak, this stunning chest of drawers comprises of 106 hand made cut dovetails...
The English Oak legs were made from a deceased tree in Canberra, the oak was then sandblasted for a weathered effect.
The drawers ran on brass rails and there were no sides or back to the cabinet , except for the N profile.
The structure was held together with the top and bottom drawers attached to the N profile legs.
Fast forward to 2015 and here is the 21st century version of the chest of drawers...
Dovetailed drawers throughout
Hand shaped bowed front
same style as the original but with the luxury of full extension and soft close runners.
One of the many benefits of having an item of furniture Custom Made is the wonderful array of fine details in the design that can make that piece of furniture essentially yours. Whether it is the addition of dovetails, a shadow line, a rebate in the table top, the inclusion of these fine details enhance the classic design that you have chosen. Creating an individual style customised for your home décor and lifestyle.
TV Units, Media Units, Entertainment Rooms, ,whichever name you call them, they all contain the ever extensive array of media components we accumulate, be it for viewing, gaming or listening , the media unit is an integral part of the home and care and thought should be given to this investment. Not only do they hold and hide all this equipment a good entertainment unit should highlight and improve your viewing and watching experience.
With proper ventilation, appropriate height and depth, a custom made entertainment unit will take into account each individual component you have and store each and every one in a solid yet well ventilated area.
In addition the unit will allow for future purchases ensuring all your components will last maintaining their longevity.
Just a brief sample of the wonderful custom made entertainment units we have recently completed for very happy clients.
With over 300 hours of labor, this French Insprired Writing Desk was a journey of time, patience and fine detailed work. Our lovely client was inspired by a similar desk at The Lourve and wanted to emulate the fine work, and all the fine details that encapsulate this wonderful writing desk.
A rich warm timber was needed to enhance the soft design of the desk whilst blending in with the existing décor so Qld Maple was used for these beautiful qualities
The design of the desk evolved after extensive collaboration with the client and included such wonderful features such as;
handcrafted dovetailed drawers ,
Custom Brass beading , to highlight the panels and brass fretwork around the marble to embellish the design
Roll top curved timber panel door
Internal locking doors, to ensure individual compartments could be closed for privacy
The style was to emulate Louis XV opulent, yet discreet,
Marble top in keeping with the style....
Once the writing desk was made it was then hand polished and rubbed back to a 60% gloss to enhance its patina
With a love of fun , including , poker, board games and jigsaw puzzles, our clients wanted a square classic looking table that would easily house a 10,00 jigsaw puzzle, or stage a long night of poker or some family Monopoly Fun.... We created this Stylish Qld Maple table, with frosted glass for ease of cleaning and maintenance. In addition to the hidden drawers on one side to accommodate decks of cards, dice and all the other important accessories for games night !
The leather back chairs were also exclusively designed for comfort and practicality. Using cream leather, as upholstery these dining chairs make for a chic addition to the table.
With a myriad of consoles, discs, and other media components, this family room area was in dire need of streamlining. Tidying up the area, being able to house all the various components, this multi functional storage area would provide all the necessary space to do just that as well as work in effortlessly with the existing decor
Using 2 pack as the finish, the patchwork effect provides personality and quirkiness to an otherwise white bland wall.
The ample storage makes cleaning a breeze.
And of course all our drawers are dovetailed and run on undercarriage soft close runners which provide effortless and whisper quiet operation.
After refurbishing the entire room, it was time to give this little pocket of the room a makeover; creating an area that would blend seamlessly into the rest of the home but also function as an area to house television and media components.
Using traditional details to highlight the architraves a white built in entertainment unit was designed and installed.
Hoop Pine was painted to a high white gloss to happily co exist with the existing furnishings
Retractable doors were used and under carriage runners to keep the entertainment unit tidy and house all the myriad of dvd's, blue rays, cd etc...
Creating corporate furniture for Theiss has been a wonderful opportunity for Bywater Design to flex their corporate muscle and create visually appealing ,highly functional office furniture that will meet all the demands of a busy corporate environment. Using Teak veneer, Eucalypt Burl and solid Cambia edging to create a dramatic contrast. These 7.5metre long board room tables were painstakingly crafted in our Northgate workshop and polished to a high gloss to enhance the richness and durability of the timber. Using the very best of audio and electrical accessories, these tables provide all the necessary functions of a corporate meeting.
In addition to the boardroom tables, side boards and entertaining units were designed and installed to provide a smooth and functional preparation area for the high volume of staff meeting in the building .
Of course with such excessive dimensions, these boardroom tables would not be able to be delivered by normal measures. A crane lift, in the dawn hours was needed to install these wonderful pieces of furniture.
After lengthy planning and deliberation and a few strong coffees, the process of craning , and installation was a successful one.
Boardroom tables, catching the sunlight create a stunning addition to the rooms, providing a fresh new area of work and providing staff with a new clean and efficient place of preparation for meetings
Remaining faithful to the 1960/s a client requested we design and make a Lounge Suite that lends itself to the clean simple lines of this era .
Using Tasmanian Oak, the 3 Seater and 2 Chairs, came together beautifully using modern fabric to enhance the wonderful design. The lounge suite is a timeless classic.
One of the most rewarding parts of our work is creating furniture that is unique as all our clients. Producing something that will be exactly what our client requires, and will blend seamlessly into their home and perform the functions they want to it to... Hence the Maple Bookcase recently completed .
This stunning Bookcase standing an impressive 2 metres high and 3 metres wide offers a myriad of storage solutions , whilst being faithful to the existing décor.
Of course, all our drawers are dovetailed and run on full extension runners to ensure smooth operation each and every time.
Completion of this Gorgeous Art Deco Style Table . Using rich American Walnut Timber to enhance the bold curves of the legs. Once polished this table provides a stunning visual centrepiece and will become a treasured heirloom for many years to come.
Bywater Design was delighted to produce for Media Playground The Wooden Centrepiece for Red Bull . These wooden centrepieces provide a wonderful backdrop for the Australian Music Festivals that Red Bull produce. After deliberation and precision fine tuning we feel these Red Bulls will certainly give you wings ...
Thank you Lachlan Brown for Images .
An Eckbank is a German phrase for Corner Bench or Seat. This functional design is a smart and stylish way to have a dining setting when space is comprised.
By using Solid Hoop Pine , Stuart designed a contemporary corner setting for this Inner Brisbane Home. With the addition of a wonderful contrasting fabric, the Eckbank stands as a stylish yet practical addition to the dining room.
Bywater Design recently completed work on a very modern, functional yet stylish bedroom suite for an inner city home. The clients wanted a minimalist design but to house special features such as; The bed to appear as if it was floating Runway lights along one side of the bed A pop up tv at the foot of the bed (where it can easily be hidden or used at the flick of a switch) A rich dark timber to accentuate the clean lines. 
The clients were ecstatic with the finished product and loved the choice of timbers - Cambia and European Beech. Cambia is a highly practical timber; its thermal modification process ensures its longevity especially in humid conditions such as Brisbane. Ash that has been treated this way is an ideal choice given that it mimics many tropical hardwood species yet not at the cost of rainforest timbers.
Bywater Design are proud to participate in the celebration of the hundred year anniversary of The Anglican Church Grammar School Churchie; in addition to previous work we completed; shown here , we were delighted to have recently completed work on 2 Mahogany (plantation) Sideboards These sideboards would be made to match existing furniture and to include 16 traditional carvings.
Carvings are a wonderful addition to selected furniture pieces, they highlight the design, create a sense of drama and formality and their design can be based on a coat of arms, heirloom, flora etc thus evoking a deep sense of history and character within the piece.
Stuart was very happy to take up the wonderful challenge and opportunity of hand carving each of these 16 carvings.. .
This recently completed vanity is a real show stopper. Blessed with not only good looks, this vanity is built for longevity and to withstand heat , humidity and other various elements that a bathroom experiences. This styish unit is made from Mahogany and finished with black granite for durability and maximum visual appeal.
Of course the tapware we use is Australian Made.
Frustrated at the lack of space and storage, some lovely clients required bedroom furniture that was both highly functional, and incorporated classic styling to enhance and blend in with their existing decor... American Ash was the timber chosen for its superior grain, versatility, longevity and colour hue that marries perfectly with the colour scheme of the bedroom.
The large chests of drawers, and bedside tables included dovetailing and soft close runners for ease of movement and will withstand constant use for many years to come
The Queen Bed with its large Slats is accompanied by 2 Bedside Cabinets.
The Bed side cabinets, offer much-needed personal storage space and complete the symmetry that is needed to give balance and flow to the room.
Timber furniture is known for its durability, longevity and above all its beauty. If you treat your timber furniture with a bit of tender loving care it will reward you for many years to come.. We are often asked for care and maintenance tips for furniture and we would like to share our knowledge ,know how and experience in maintaining your precious timber furniture...
First of all today we will highlight Some Dont's !
These are easy to remember and are important factors to remember; -
Please keep away from....
*Furniture can fade and age prematurely so please keep furniture out of direct sunlight !
Keep furniture away from temperature extremes; those blasts of cold air may be refreshing but not so healthy for your lovely dining room table.
Always always remember to use a placemat, tablecloth, magazine etc before using your table as a workbench or beauty bar. These sorts of spillages can be difficult and costly to repair !
Candles are a wonderful addition to any room creating ambiance and warmth but please have all candles supported by either a sturdy glass holder or something similar that prevents heat and wax from spilling onto the wooden surface.
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*For specific advice on repairs to your furniture we are happy to help you
PH; 3256 9000 or drop us an email
We would love to help !
Apartment Living often means minimal space and downsizing on items such as stereo, tv, audio and media components and having little space to display treasures, photos etc... But that need not be the case; In this instance Bywater Design was able to incorporate clever design with maximum storage resulting in a clean, modern functional entertainment/media unit that screams style
A sliding door ensures you can display your favourite treasures or if need be closed to hide what is behind
And on the left side housing all important visual compenents.
The Bottom half of the unit has a push to open dropdown drawer.
With 4 drawers this gives ample storage for dvd, cd, blu rays etc etc
All power points /cables are neatly and safely housed at the back of the unit .
This clever Entertainment Unit certainly delivers on the wow factor !!!
