ABOUT
Made by Morgen is refined yet boundless, conscious furniture design. We emphasise a products ability to age and embody a story.
With inspiration from mid-century Scandinavian design we work by hand to create refreshing, unique and individualised pieces for people, places and spaces. We maintain traditional workmanship and quality, sourcing materials that support this standard.
BEHIND THE PROJECT
NICK MCDONALD,
FOUNDER & DIRECTOR
The Founder and Director of Made by Morgen, Nick McDonald, reflects on how he turned a passion project, which operated out of a small shed on his parent’s property in country Victoria, into a thriving bespoke furniture business based in Melbourne.
Nick’s path to furniture making was anything but an ordinary one. After quitting his job in construction, Nick spent six months in Denmark, hoping travelling would help him discover a newfound purpose in his career. Finding himself in a small town on the west coast of the country ended up playing a pivotal role in his journey. Nick fell in love with the minimal nature of Scandinavian furniture and was inspired to bring some of those design influences back home to Australia, which eventually led to the formation of his company, Made by Morgen.
Coming from a commercial building background, Nick witnessed how modern building standards impacted every aspect of life. He wanted to create beautiful spaces and objects that inspire and unite people. He drew inspiration from skilled and hardworking individuals, and Scandinavian and mid-century furniture designs. This inspired the guiding philosophy of “make it simple, make it well, ” which underpins the entire brand.
HOW WE WORK
DISTINCTIVE, SUSTAINABLE DESIGN
The unique value offered by Made by Morgen lies in its distinctive design. Crafting furniture that holds significance, we provide design services with aesthetic and functional approaches. Our design process involves the exchange of ideas, pushing boundaries, and embracing new challenges.
We offer custom pieces tailored to suit your specific needs, providing adaptable solutions for your space and people.
Each of our pieces is meticulously crafted to endure the test of time. Our ethos revolves around simple, timeless design, ensuring longevity and enduring appeal. We prioritise ethical and sustainable production practices, aligning with our commitment to environmental stewardship.
TIMELESS, METICULOUS CRAFTSMANSHIP
We recently captured Made By Morgen’s spirit and dedication in a short film
(film directed by RM Williams)
OUR CUSTOM PRODUCT DESIGN PROCESS
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We discuss your requirements, vision including design preferences, Materials, finishes, dimensions, and any specific features you want.
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Based on the consultation, we provide a detailed quotation outlining the costs involved.
This quotation is valid for 30 days.
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To secure your order, a 50% deposit is required.
This deposit confirms your commitment and allows us to start the next steps, including purchasing materials.
We generate an official invoice detailing the deposit and the remaining balance.
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We produce a design that combines all of your unique needs. We will discuss the design with you and make any amendments needed to capture your vision. We create detailed renders and dimensioned drawings, outlining every aspect of your order.
eg. Fisher & Paykel Case Study
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All the products are designed and made in our workshop in Melbourne, Australia, using FSC certified timbers. We source the best quality timber based on your pieces specifications and on finish samples. Read more about the timber story.
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Our commitment to sustainable and ethical production practices ensures that each piece is not only beautiful but also made to last. By maintaining local and intimate relationships with providers and employing highly skilled craftspeople, we guarantee a unique quality in our work. If applicable, we collaborate with trusted metalworkers, chairmakers or leathercraftmen. We keep you informed at various stages of the production, and discuss with you the finish selection.
Our range of eco-friendly finishes is designed to be simple yet versatile, complementing any design or space. Additionally, we offer the option to match existing finishes, ensuring a seamless integration into your home or project.
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When production is complete, we generate the final invoice for the remaining balance. You complete the payment, which allows us to prepare for pick up or delivery (and installation if applicable.)
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Once your balance payment is done, the final step is getting your custom furniture to you:
- Pick-up: we arrange a time for you to pick up your order at our Melbourne showroom.
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- Shipping: We arrange for delivery to the specified address (at your own expense). For clients in Melbourne, we offer delivery and installation services.
THE TIMBER STORY
Here at MBM we predominantly use timbers sourced from North America and Europe due to their more sustainable forestry and harvesting practices. Unlike Victoria, which has cleared 66% of our native vegetation over the last century, North America plants twice what is harvested every year, making it the most sustainable timber. We only use FSC-certified timbers.
The natural beauty of American Oak and Walnut, with their unique grains, defines the elegance and durability of our pieces. While these are our preferred materials, we're flexible and can work with different timber types upon request. Guided by our team's expertise, each piece we craft is not only beautiful but also built to last.
Our range of finishes is designed to be simple yet versatile, complementing any design or space. Additionally, we offer the option to match existing finishes, ensuring a seamless integration into your home or project. Our finishes are eco-friendly.
BOOK AN APPOINTMENT TO VISIT OUR SHOWROOM
Our Brunswick showroom is open by appointment from Tuesday to Saturday.
Please book an appointment and we look forward to showing you around our showroom and answer any questions regarding our furniture.
If you're not based in Melbourne we're still here to help – we're only a phone call or an email away and would love to hear from you.
Showroom
59 Weston Street
Brunswick, VIC, 3056
Australia
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Contact
Nick - 0408 170 248
hello@madebymorgen.com