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CRAFTSMANSHIP TO ELEVATE EVERYDAY LIVING

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CRAFT JOINERY & CUSTOM FURNITURE IN KINGSTON & QUEENSTOWN

Steve brings years of high-end experience into homes and spaces, blending experience with artistry. The result: furniture, cabinetry, and shelving that feel like they were always meant to be there.

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Bespoke Cabinetry & Joinery

Stop settling for kit-set solutions. Steve will custom make and design joinery or cabinetry that truly compliments your home or space.

Custom Furniture for Your Space

When searching for the perfect piece of furniture comes up short, from table to shelving, Steve can cleverly turn your dream idea, into a reality.

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STEVE HARWOOD - YOUR LOCAL JOINER & CRAFTSMAN

Steve's journey in joinery began as a teenager apprenticing with his father in the UK. Over two decades, he has worked with some of Europe’s leading cabinetry firms on luxury homes, apartments, and spas, before moving to New Zealand where he gained experience in both design and production.

Today, as the founder of Harwood Joinery, Steve brings this wealth of knowledge to every project delivering bespoke furniture, shelving, and cabinetry that are carefully crafted, highly functional, and built to last from his workshop in Kingston.

Steve's Story

Joinery has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I grew up in the UK learning the craft alongside my dad, who’s also a joiner. At 16, I started my apprenticeship with him, making timber windows, doors, and staircases for homes and listed buildings.

From there, I worked with some of the best in the business, honing my skills on high-end projects across Europe including apartments, spas, and homes where precision and craftsmanship mattered. That experience shaped the standards I still hold today.

When I came to Queenstown, I continued in high-end joinery, working my way from the bench to head joiner, then into design and client liaison. Over the years I’ve been lucky enough to bring countless ideas to life, collaborating with architects, builders, and homeowners.

Starting Harwood Joinery from my workshop in Kingston was about coming back to what I value most: creating high-quality, handcrafted pieces with a personal touch. Whether it’s bespoke furniture, custom shelving, or cabinetry, my aim is simple; to craft something that’s made to fit your life and built to last.

Steve Harwood - Owner & Founder 

Steve's Credentials

  1. NVQ Level 3 in Site Carpentry and Joinery.

  2. Over 15 years spent in the trade.

  3. 4 years of specialist experience creating timber joinery (windows, doors and more.)

  4. 10 years working in Queenstown on high end residential and commercial joinery and cabinetry projects.

Why choose Harwood Craft Joinery?

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One craftsman - start to finish.

From first sketches to final installation, your project is guided by one set of hands. This means no middlemen, no confusion, just care and precision.

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Your project, made just for you.

Every piece is designed around your space, style, and needs. Bespoke joinery means no wasted corners, awkward fits, or cookie-cutter solutions.

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Crafted locally, and built to last.

Harwood Joinery is proud to be part of the Queenstown Lakes community, creating furniture and cabinetry that will be cherished for generations.

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Ready to bring your ideas to life? Chat with Steve about your project and craft something that’s built just for you.

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