Updated: August 18, 2017 Here’s the finished result of the retro fireplace we restored. May 24, 2017 Art deco or antique? This fireplace was built in 1909, so I guess it’s both! In for a full refurbishment, so watch this space for updates. We do love the slightly ‘left of […]
Updated: August 16, 2017 Here is the completed bed frame – now a king size from a queen size. May 22, 2017 Tassy oak bed being converted from double to king. The client Derrick loves the bed and dislikes waste, so our solution was to remake the bed to suit […]
One of the approximately 15 to 20 pieces we see every month have been damaged by removal companies. Great business for us, but I can’t help feeling like there’s room for some formal training in furniture relocation practices. It’s really not brawn that’s required for this job; there’s a process. […]
We were called in to mop up (literally!) after a disaster turned worse following a very dodgy set of repair jobs went wrong for poor Carols’ chase, coffee table and lounge chair. All smiles now!
Greg came to Renowned because he’d been watching our website and news posts for a few years and decided that we were the right company to help him replicate his late grandmother’s display cabinet. After she passed, the vultures moved in and cleaned out the house before Greg could get […]
This classic church altar was found in a far-off land by a gentleman that we have had the pleasure of past dealings. The altar was purchased (sight unseen), packed and freight by sea to Brisbane. Upon arrival some three months later, there were signs of mishandling leading to some transit […]
Before and after shots. The guys had an accident with a vase but now it’s back to normal. We had hell’s own trouble trying to match that finish but with our amazing French polisher, experience comes in handy!
Our latest ‘product placement’ venture is with a company in the same industry. Desks Etc have been operating for more than 30 years and make some very fine office style furniture here in Brisbane. We’ve had a collaborative partnership for some time now with Desks Etc, and both parties felt that […]
One of our talented master craftsmen, Simon, stands proudly behind the finished result of his fine toils – a solid Qld red cedar and leather inlay partners’ desk. Now set to bear witness to some interesting conversations over the course of the next lifetime.
Updated: May 8, 2017 All return deliveries should be like this one! These silky oak and vinyl 1950’s rockers are among the finest examples we’ve ever seen and the new coverings chosen just set them off so well. A part delivery of almost a house full of gorgeous furniture going […]