furnACE is a one-person-led workshop making handmade New Zealand timber gifts and wall art in Helensville, northwest of Auckland. Andrew designs, cuts, assembles and finishes every piece himself, and his partner Diane helps with assembly, markets and ideas. The studio is licensed to carry the New Zealand Made trademark.
The range includes layered timber wall art of native birds such as the fantail, the kererū and the Fiordland crested penguin, a black German shepherd silhouette, coaster sets in macrocarpa timber, a key holder with a bee and manuka blossom design, and a display stand for collectible figures. Timbers used include macrocarpa, walnut, matai and oak, with plywood and acrylic. The studio also takes personalised pieces, custom wall art, wedding and corporate gifts, and selected one-off commissions. Local pickup can be arranged, shipping is available across New Zealand, and the studio also attends selected markets and events.