Bombora Custom Furniture

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15 Years

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Sustainable Custom Timber Furniture in Torquay

Established in 2011 by Luke and Alison Collins, Bombora Custom Furniture is a family-owned Australian business dedicated to crafting bespoke timber furniture with a focus on sustainability and timeless design. Our team in Torquay, Victoria, combines functional beauty with eco-responsibility, using locally sourced or recycled Australian hardwoods in a solar-powered workshop. We prioritise longevity, ensuring each piece is built to endure generations while minimising environmental impact through local supply chains and recyclable packaging.

Our commitment extends beyond craftsmanship to supporting local communities and embracing a balanced approach to work and life. With over a decade of experience, we collaborate with clients nationwide to create custom solutions, from vanities to cabinetry, blending natural timber's character with modern innovation. Our process integrates client needs with sustainable practices, offering virtual consultations and showroom appointments to ensure accessibility across Australia.

Services

Timber Vanities Benchtops Wooden Handles Cabinetry Timber Doors Dining Tables TV Units Shaving Cabinets Basins Joinery

Details

Year established: 2011

Highlights and features

Australian Made timber furniture crafted locally in Torquay
Sustainably sourced or recycled Australian hardwoods used
Solar-powered workshop minimising environmental impact
Nationwide shipping with eco-conscious packaging
Family-owned business with 14 years of bespoke craftsmanship

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Services

Timber Vanities

Handcrafted wall-hung timber vanities using sustainably sourced Australian hardwoods. Designed for bathrooms with timeless aesthetics and durable construction. Includes options for custom dimensions and stone tops.

Benchtops

Custom solid timber benchtops crafted from recycled or FSC-certified materials. Available in various finishes with integrated sustainability practices. Suitable for kitchens and commercial spaces requiring durable surfaces.

Cabinetry

Custom wooden cabinetry solutions combining functionality with eco-responsibility. Features include sustainably harvested timbers, modular designs, and nationwide shipping for non-local projects.

Timber Doors

Solid timber doors crafted from Australian hardwoods with focus on longevity. Includes options for recycled materials and custom finishes. Designed to complement residential and commercial interiors.

Wooden Handles

Custom-designed wooden cabinet handles and hardware. Available in multiple timber species with natural finishes. Complements other furniture pieces while maintaining sustainable production methods.

People

Luke Collins

Designer & Founder

Luke Collins founded Bombora Custom Furniture in 2011, creating bespoke timber pieces inspired by natural materials. With 12 years of experience, he specialises in transforming reclaimed wood into functional art while maintaining eco-conscious practices.

Alison Collins

Business Development

Alison Collins co-founded Bombora Custom Furniture, managing business operations since 2012. She oversees customer service, design coordination, and sustainability initiatives while supporting local community partnerships in Torquay.

Questions

What materials do you use for your timber furniture?

We use sustainably sourced Australian hardwoods like Messmate and Australian Chestnut, along with FSC-certified options such as American Oak and Walnut. Recycled timber from bridges and old buildings is also available.

Can you create custom designs outside Torquay?

Yes, we collaborate Australia-wide. Virtual showroom appointments and sample deliveries allow nationwide projects. Large joinery is limited to 1-hour radius of Torquay, but smaller items ship nationally.

How does your sustainability commitment affect production?

Our solar-powered workshop, local supply chains, and recyclable packaging minimise environmental impact. We prioritise reclaimed materials and design furniture for longevity to reduce waste through generations.

What warranty applies to your furniture?

All pieces come with a standard warranty covering manufacturing defects. Specific terms vary by product type - contact us directly for detailed warranty information applicable to your purchase.

How can I view your showroom?

Our Torquay workshop showroom is open by appointment Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10am-3pm. Virtual tours via Zoom are available for interstate clients with sample delivery options.

Reviews (7)

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Tarryn Attard

Dec 16, 2021 Report

Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
The team at Bombora were helpful, knowledgeable and meticulous in every stage of the design process of our front door. We even managed to get a few benchtops made at the last minute. These pieces are always the show stoppers of our home - that we love
Service:Custom furniture

Lauren Barton

Dec 13, 2021 Report

We are extremely happy with all our pieces Bombora Furniture created for us. Luke, Alison and their team were so innovative, professional and brought all our ideas to life! They are the centerpieces of our home and cant wait to work with them again when we extend. We get so many comments on these stunning pieces. I would highly recommend to anyone looking for unique, stunning, high quality furniture in their home. Thanks again to the Bombora team!

Kez J.

Oct 28, 2021 Report

We ordered 3 vanities and were so excited as they look amazing. However, when we picked them up, we noticed that the runners and sides of the drawers were mounted so high that it made the drawer depth next to useless. We were told that we could have asked to have them lowered when we ordered them, but we were not told this at the time. To be honest, I don't understand why they don't lower them in all cases. We have only had them installed for less than a month and they are already splitting on the top. Disappointed as we had bought them for our dream home

Paulmfarrell

Jun 19, 2020 Report

Firstly,I hope this doesn't sound too harsh as I think they're really trying to do good work, and probably most of it is, but... I bought an Addis double vanity which took 18 weeks from deposit to delivery. It was built twice, as first time the quality was just not good enough. They tried to pass the imperfections off as normal for a natural product, but as a carpenter with a furniture background, I knew it was due to skill error. To their credit they built it again but my project was completed way behind schedule. The vanity does look great, but the drawer runners are super cheap and barely

John LaRocca

Jul 21, 2015 Report

We bought a brand new table for our new house. What a great product! Luke and his team did such a good job and I would highly recommend them!

Michael Axtens

Jan 10, 2015 Report

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I have nothing but praise for Bombora Custom Furniture.
Firstly, Lukes workmanship and pride in his product is unsurpassed. He and his team were friendly and obviously dedicated to providing a special service. More importantly though, when we had a misunderstanding about the design, Luke was so understanding. It involved a fair bit of extra work (he had to dismantle the whole feature bedhead and rebuild it). We both realised how the miscommunication had occurred (nobodys fault- we both played a part..just different understandings of a simple phrase highlight piece

Bonnie Vicary

Nov 30, 2014 Report

Absolutely LOVE our new sideboard! Waited a long time before buying a quality piece of furniture for our reasonably new home. So glad we decided to look online for custom made furniture and found Bombora! Looks fantastic and is a piece of art to be admired by all. Plenty of space for all our bits and pieces! It is built really well and is a perfect dimension for our home thanks to Luke's making to our measurements! The whole process of selecting and purchasing interstate was easy thanks to Alison! Highly recommend Bombora to anyone that wants quality!