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Bywater Design
Crafting timeless timber pieces and surfboards with expert restoration and custom workshops.
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Retail Store
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Crafting timeless timber pieces and surfboards with expert restoration and custom workshops.
Bywater Design is a premier timber workshop in Boondall, specializing in high-quality furniture restoration, custom furniture manufacturing, and surfboard making. With a perfect 5-star rating, the team led by Stuart offers meticulous craftsmanship, attention to detail, and personalized service for heirlooms, bespoke projects, and educational workshops. They transform aged wood into beautiful, durable pieces, ensuring each item is preserved or created with care for generations to enjoy.
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Expert restoration of antique and damaged timber furniture, including repair, refinishing, and preservation to bring heirlooms back to life.
Bespoke furniture design and creation using high-quality materials like 100-year-old timber, tailored to client specifications and heritage needs.
4-day hands-on workshops teaching surfboard design and construction, covering framing, shaping, and customization for all skill levels.
Sale of custom-crafted timber surfboards with personalized features such as rocker, concaves, and channels for surf enthusiasts.
Retail of handcrafted furniture, surfboards, and related home goods, offering unique and durable pieces for residential and commercial spaces.
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Overall rating
Ralph Dean
By water Design recently restored a 100+ year old bookcase for us and we were absolutely rapt in the finished product. We were amazed by their attention to detail, friendly service and care of item. Thank you Stuart and your team for your efforts
Colette North
Stuart Bywater Designs are exceptional craftsmen. Their care and attention to detail in the restoration of a couple of family antiques will ensure the pieces are here for generations to come. I would not go anywhere else. In addition to the restoration of my antique pieces I have had Stuart make a table for me from 100 year old timber I had from an old building I own. The pictures speak for themselves and this piece will be a heritage piece which serves as a fitting tribute to my father. Thank you again Stuart.
Jennifer Long
Thrilled with the restoration of my grandfather’s hundred year old silky oak recliner which was given to him by his family in 1925. The whole chair was pulled apart to ensure a complete overhaul of a very weathered, flood damaged piece of furniture. The restoration included patching up nail holes and repairing part of a damaged leg, adding a metal support bar at the back so that the seat can be adjusted, replacing the seat base and the original castors were also restored to near-new. The silky oak came up beautifully after at least eight coats of oil were applied by the team at Bywater Designs and even the little plaque at the back was polished! I was so impressed with the care and speed of the restoration. I would highly recommend this company for any timber restoration work. Note: the weatherproof cushions were not part of the restoration.
Henry Jones
Just attended the 4-day Surfboard making workshop run by Stuart and his team. Covering all steps from the framing, through to the skin and board shape design. Stuart's knowledge of surfboard design allows your board to be customised to whatever you want including specific rocker, concaves and channels. The course catered to all levels of woodwork experience with Stuart ensuring everyone in the small group had the support and guidance needed throughout all stages. Highly recommended!
Nic Martoo
Stuart's timber surfboard classes are brilliant. Regardless of your skill level in woodworking, Stuart and his team at Bywater Design will ensure that every student understands the process, the techniques and proper use of all the tools and equipment necessary for an outstanding result. It is this first-hand experience paired with Stuart's kind and clear guidance which makes this workshop all the more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this workshop to anyone who enjoys a hands-on and unique learning experience. Whether you are a beginner or a well-seasoned surfer, you will walk away with a tremendous sense of satisfaction and appreciation for the skill and effort that goes into crafting these beautiful boards.
