To some, this may be better off at the scrap yard but for our clients, Allison & Allan, it will represent a celebration. A labour of love renovating an old home on the east side of Brisbane … and what to do with all the beautiful hardwood timer that’s left […]
We once took the job of completing an unfinished grandfather clock. The original builder of the clock had become clinically blind by about half way through the project, and was almost totally blind by the time he decided to put down his tools, which was past 75% of completing the […]
Seven months ago, one of our valued clients, Jason Bird and the Luxxbox Team, won the contract to supply several pieces for the new fit out at the Myer Food Court located at the central city area of Brisbane. Along with this, Renowned Furniture were commissioned to build the “dry […]
This is a very versatile piece with applications in a funky office environment or a home media/entertainment room or just about anywhere else where a champion piece is needed that makes a pretty cool statement. It has both cupboard storage and file drawers if required. Its inspiration was derived from the […]
Wondering what to do with that ’80’s pine hutch? – Recycling or Upcycling? “Upcycling” (as it’s the new catch phrase) provides so much more satisfaction when compared to tossing an old relic out or trying to sell it for pittance when it’s completely ‘out of vogue’. Look at this piece […]
Our client brought this circa 1800’s cedar writers desk to us after starting the restoration process herself. When it became clear it was a tough job, she asked our craftsmen to complete it. Working with timber has a certain and distinct feeling about it. The natural markings don’t just create […]
Possibly 110 years old, this stool has been sent to us for some TLC. A full strip back, repolish and a new seat with webbing and a new tapestry fabric will have it looking a million dollars! The next stage in the rebirth of penny’s treasured piano stool. All joints […]
Winter is coming and Renowned have started ’unveiling’ some very unique fire places. These beauties blend the old and the new so well, this particular one is made from solid cedar. Genuine antique components, portable, powered by methylated spirits and a real conversation piece. They not only look great but […]
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” This is the story of a 1960’s office desk that had been discarded. It was left on the side of the road for kerbside collection. The desk had broken drawers, chipped and missing veneer all over, deep water stains and marks all over […]
Often a new custom piece is created from an image or idea. A designer came to us with a sample picture and we liked the concept so much that we decided to build a prototype. This one off custom table is made from Ironbark with a ‘starfire’ glass top. In […]