BenchSpace is an exciting new collaboration emerging in Wellington to provide accessible space for people who practice or want to learn the creative craft of working with wood.

Follow our journey

Little bowls, all in reclaimed timber. Holm oak, oak and plum. Made by our very own, Oliver
We're over the moon to announce that we've received a grant from Wellington City Council's Recreational and Waste Minimisation Funds! The money is going to go towards hand tools and machinery for dealing with recycled timber. Thank you @wgtncc !
Starting to look a bit like a workshop!
We're feeling pretty chuffed to have found this 20" Italian bandsaw for the workshop.

In the media

Making room for BenchSpace by Stephen Olsen.

Link to article on Wellington Scoop.

Working with wood - a first milestone by Stephen Olsen