Case Study 1. Peninsula Recycled Timber: St Kilda Pier Redevelopment
For over a century, St Kilda Pier has been a beloved Melbourne landmark, but years of exposure left it in need of a major upgrade. Now, thanks to a $50 million investment from the Victorian Government, the pier has been completely reimagined - improving access, protecting local wildlife, and preserving its rich heritage.
Peninsula Recycled Timber, in collaboration with Simpson Construction, played a key role in this transformation, salvaging and repurposing timber from the old pier into stunning new bench seating.
Read on to discover how sustainability and history came together in one of Victoria’s most ambitious public projects.
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Grand Designs Australia featuring Peninsula Recycled Timber.
The team at Peninsula Recycled Timber were thrilled to play a supporting role in bringing the client’s design dreams to life in this beautiful build in Tootgarook, Victoria.
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What Makes Recycled And Reclaimed Timber So Special? The Benefits and Environmental Impact Explained
If you’ve ever wondered what makes recycled and reclaimed timber a standout choice for both builders and furniture makers you’re in the right place. In this blog post, we’ll explore the nuances and characteristics that set recycled timber apart from reclaimed timber as well as some of key benefits of these timbers over new timbers.
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Embracing Sustainability: Exploring the Essence of Recycled Timber Furniture
Recycled timber furniture, as the name suggests, is furniture crafted from reclaimed or salvaged wood sourced from various origins. This wood can be sourced from old bridges, railroads, buildings, barns and jetties and prevents it from ending up in landfills or being burned. We're lucky enough to receive a regular timber supply of Messmate, Stringy Bark, Blackbutt, Ironbark, Spotted Gum and Tallowwood from various sources around Australia with each piece of wood carefully selected and restored to capture its unique beauty.
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