Honing his craft as an established carpenter of 10 years working on high-end residential renovations, it was here that Gareth Robertson developed an affinity for joinery and custom designed furniture.  Subsequently, a trip around the world opened Gareth’s eyes to many different furniture designs, eras and styles and provided the catalyst to start Blackwood Collective.

 

The name, “Blackwood Collective,” is a tribute to Gareth’s favourite timber, Tasmanian Blackwood. As a proud indigenous man this timber holds sentimental value as it is used by the indigenous people of Australia to make traditional tools like boomerangs, spear throwers and clap sticks.

 

With a creative mind and a keen eye for detail, Gareth finds inspiration in working collaboratively with clients to bring their bespoke designs to life.