About Us
A Husband-and-Wife Team With 17+ Years in the Trade
We design, build, and install every piece of joinery ourselves. No subcontractors, no middlemen, no shortcuts.
Our Story
A Family Business Built on Precision
The Joinery Designer is Joel and Lauren. Joel has been making cabinets and joinery for 17+ years - starting as an apprentice, then working across residential and commercial projects before setting up our own workshop. Lauren manages design direction, client coordination, and keeps every project on track from first enquiry to final walkthrough.
We are architectural joinery specialists. That means we work at the intersection of design and construction - collaborating with architects and builders to produce joinery that fits the broader vision of a project, not just the kitchen or wardrobe in isolation. Every piece is designed in Cabinet Vision, CNC-cut, assembled, and finished by our team.
From our factory in Tooradin, we serve clients across the Bass Coast, South East Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula, and Gippsland areas. Our approach is hands-on from first consultation through to final installation - one team, one standard, the whole way through.
We are fully licensed, insured, and members of the Australian Cabinet and Furniture Association (ACFA) and the Kitchen and Bathroom Designers Institute (KBDi). Our work meets ACFA standards and is built with materials and hardware rated for decades of daily use.
Our Factory
Made in Tooradin, Installed Across the Region
Everything we build is manufactured in-house at our Tooradin workshop. We run CNC machinery for precision cutting, edge banding equipment for clean finishes, and a dedicated assembly area where every piece is dry-fitted before delivery.
This matters because it means quality control stays with us at every stage. If a panel is 0.5mm off spec, we catch it before it leaves the factory - not on site. And when we install, we know exactly how every piece was made because we made it.
We use hardware from Blum and Tekform - brands that are industry standard for soft-close mechanisms, drawer runners, and hinge systems. Our panel suppliers are local, and we stock a range of laminates, veneers, and board products to suit different budgets and aesthetics.
How We Work
What You Can Expect From Us
Precision
CNC manufacturing and hand-finished detailing ensure every component meets exact specifications. We measure twice and cut once - and we verify on site before we start cutting.
Collaboration
We work directly with architects and builders to integrate joinery into the broader project. You will hear from us at every stage - and we respond to calls and emails the same day.
Longevity
Blum and Tekform hardware, quality board products, and proven construction methods mean our joinery is built for decades of daily use. We use the same standards on every job, regardless of size.
Who We Work With
Architects, Builders & Homeowners
For Architects
We translate your design intent into joinery that fits the brief and the build. Shop drawings, 3D renders, and material samples are standard. We are used to working from architectural documentation and coordinating with the broader project team.
For Builders
We show up when we say we will and our joinery fits first time. We coordinate directly with your site supervisor, work around your schedule, and handle our own clean-up. If something needs adjusting on site, we fix it that day.
For Homeowners
Whether you are renovating or building new, we guide you through the entire process - from design options and material selection through to installation and final walkthrough. You get 3D renders before we build so there are no surprises.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
“We are very happy with our new kitchen, Joel is great to work with and delivers a fabulous product. From the very start of the process, through the design and build we were informed of status all along the way and kitchen was delivered to the timeline. Thanks Joinery Designer!”
“After our electrician had difficulty installing a new oven into our existing cabinetry he recommended The Joinery Designer for the retro fit. Joel not only came at the agreed time, his work was seamless. We are super impressed with his craftsmanship as it was a challenging spot with limited access. We highly recommend Lauren & Joel for your cabinetry needs and will be keeping them in mind for larger projects in the future!”
“Joel was great to deal with. Professional and friendly with great workmanship. Hes done a brilliant job on our kitchen and I would definitely recommend his services to family and friends.”
Let's Work Together
Whether you are an architect, builder, or homeowner - we would love to hear about your next project.
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