PHOENIX RESTORATIONS

Phoenix Restorations was established in 1999 by Glyn Evans.

We offer a wide range of specialist services for the individual, small business and insurance companies, these services include antique furniture restoration and conservation, design and manufacture of bespoke/custom made furniture and kitchens. Based in South Gippsland on a country property with views of Wilsons Prom National Park, the business section of the property is comprised of two buildings totaling over 270 square metres with studio, workshop equipped with industrial wood working machinery and storage areas.

Glyn was born in the United Kingdom and studied Art and Design foundation year at Yeovil Collage and BA in Fine Art at Portsmouth University, he then trained in antique restoration with David Seller’s at Cannon Court, Somerset. He moved to Ireland in 1981 and began his own business, Country Pine Antiques, Skibbereen, Co Cork, specializing in the restoration, retail and export of antique Irish pine furniture.

A second business was started in 1992, Phoenix Antiques, Clonakilty, Co Cork. More emphasis was placed on the restoration of family heirlooms whilst continuing to retail a smaller mixed range of antique furniture. This business then also branched out into the manufacture of quality hand crafted individual commissions (bespoke), such as kitchens and stand alone items.

Glyn emigrated from Ireland to Australia in 1998, setting up Phoenix Restorations shortly after. The business is kept busy with plenty of restoration work and commissions for bespoke furniture. We offer fixed price quotations and all workmanship is guaranteed. Before any work is commenced we discuss the full range of restoration/conservation options with our clients. As an example, it may be impractical to French polish a table top if the table is to be used every day, therefore each individual item has to be assessed on its own merits. Is it the original finish, or have repairs and refinishing been carried out over the life time of the item? We can help you come to the right decision and retain the integrity and value of your furniture.

Our bespoke design service places the emphasis on the quality of construction, design and materials. At the same time we also consider the client’s requirements which are an essential aspect of the collaboration process, enabling changes to be considered before the project commences.

A fee is charged for the design service but is refunded against the total if the project is commissioned.

GLYN EVANS

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Glyn undertook his education in England where he completed an A level in Art in conjunction with his Foundation Year Art. He then went on to study a Bachelor of Arts Degree, at Portsmouth University. He then began his career in Antique restoration, completing an informal apprenticeship with David Sellers Antiques, for whom he continued working full time for a further 3 years before moving to Ireland and beginning the first of 2 self-employed ventures.- Country Pine Antiques 1985-1991
  - Phoenix Antiques 1992-1998

LOCATION

Phoenix Restorations is located in a beautiful part of South Gippsland at 175 O’Grady’s Ridge Road, Foster North. The hill top country property has views over Shallow Inlet and Wilsons Promontory. The nearest town is Foster, 7km to the east. Phoenix Restorations is 1.75km south of the South Gippsland Highway (see Google maps). O’Grady’s Ridge Road is located at the same turn as the lookout at Foster North.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS

All workmanship is guaranteed. You deal directly with the people who do the work. We are aware that our reputation is of fundamental importance,  so every project or commission is given the same care and expertise. Maximum effort is made to explain your options so that you can make an informed choice. We provide fixed price quotations. No work is undertaken until it is confirmed by our client.

If the total of the bespoke or restoration project is over $2000.00, we do charge for the time involved in design and planning. This amount is then credited back if the project is commissioned. Bespoke projects require a 50% deposit, 25% mid construction and the final 25% due on completion. Work does not leave until we are satisfied that we have achieved the best possible result within the project budget. We will do our best to meet time deadlines if realistic.

OPENING HOURS

MONDAY – SATURDAY  BY APPOINTMENT.

At Phoenix Restorations working from home enables us to be available at most times. We prefer if you make an appointment, giving at least 5 minutes notice before arrival. You are welcome to arrive without making at appointment during our opening hours but you may be disappointed.