| 95 T T Russell Fredric Creativity at the cutting edge Whangamata Woodworks manufactures kitchens, laundry units, vanities, wardrobes, entertainment units, shelving and storage units, counters and desks. JOINERY Whangamata Woodworks Cutting edge creativity, craftsmanship and providing industry careers have been central to Whangamata Woodworks for more than 20 years. Located in the namesake holiday hotspot of Whangamata, the company is a local family-owned business, a member of Mastercraft Kitchens and a member of the National Kitchen & Bathroom Association (NKBA). Whangamata Woodworks manufactures kitchens, laundry units, vanities, wardrobes, entertainment units, shelving and storage units, counters and desks. Its joinery services also extend to the manufacture of stairs and pre-hung doors and its in house spray booth enables the supply of a lacquer paint finish and furniture re-finishing. As an employer of 15 staff, the company provides career opportunities and apprenticeships in cabinet making, joinery, kitchen design and detailing. Its staff are currently all industry trained and qualified. Finance and HR Manager Gaylene Jujnovich says one of the challenges of operating in a small town is the difficulty to recruit staff, especially tradesmen. “We’ve got some highly skilled joiners and we want to hold on to them, and although it’s harder to recruit staff due to rental housing shortages in the local area, it is a very attractive place to live and offers a great lifestyle for the right people.” For kitchen designers, the ability to attend regular NKBA meetings every quarter as well as its annual conference and to be part of an organisation that sets industry standards, promotes excellence and provides support to members is vital in keeping up with current trends and products. “This is all part of the professionalism that Whangamata Woodworks provides its clients.” The company’s design team love to help their clients turn their dream kitchen, bathroom or house package into reality and are constantly exploring the latest design trends. They can also advise on options from the tremendous range of materials, finishes and accessories available while providing guidance on what is achievable within a particular budgets. Designer Lauren Hill says although the skill in kitchen, bathroom and cabinetry design lies in the balance of form, function and design, some important aspects of the process such as accounting for the client’s physiology, including their height are not so obvious. “We offer a full computer design service with 3D layouts so clients can visualise the end result. “Our production facilities feature machine-based technology, including our computerised CNC manufacturing system. “You dream it, we create it.” “We frequently design and install a complete cabinetry package which can include LED lighting effects to enhance the aesthetics of the home. Its cohesive to use the same products throughout the home so all spaces complement each other.” TRANSFORM YOUR KITCHEN with stunning stone www.lovemykitchenbenchtop.nz 0800 23 66 44 SAWMILLERS ANDWHOLESALE SUPPLIERS OF: • Structural Timber • Fencing and Landscaping • Decking Products • Doorjambs, Mouldings, Weatherboard and Fascia 0800 769 253 www.pukepine.co.nz sales@pukepine.co.nz Proudly supplying timber products to Whangamata Woodworks
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