"About 5 years a go we wanted to refresh our signs at Woodlands School and wanted the signs to reflect our environment and community. After a bit of research we came across Grant from Slab Dezigns. The whole process was very easy and the final product is of a very high standard. Over the years we have had a number of visitors comment on the slab signs. "

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Glenn Phipps, MEd (Māori Education)

Tumuaki - Principal

Te Akatārere - Woodlands School Ōpōtiki

"When we purchased our farm we got Grant to do a Sign for the farm gate.  He did a beautiful job, getting a font and lovely big slab of wood that looked great together.  He made sure he understood what we were after and delivered.  It still looks great 20 years later. A couple of years ago he did a sign for our moto x track (Bowies Track).  I was stoked with what he came up with.  He added a touch of Paua which looked great.  He really paid attention to detail and I love seeing that sign every time I drive past it.  I can’t recommend Grant highly enough for his care and quality of workmanship."

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Kelly Craig

Paerata Farms

"I found Grant easy to deal with, helpful in giving myself options of font and size to choose from and advice around slab sign and stain colour , there was a large variety of pictures of previous signs that Grant had on hand for me to look at. Time from design to completion was under four weeks and on time as Grant said it would be. The final product is excellent and gets regular comments."

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Hopu Downs

"I wanted something special for the mancave and Grant designed this sign from an idea I gave him from an interest I have in hunting. It's absolutely stunning and has been admired by many over the last few years. The attention to detail is incredible, he has a great imagination. Every special place should have one."

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Gav Brears

"We think we purchased our sign maybe 14 /15 years ago to have road side awareness of our Pedigree Dexter Herd. The size and the quality of the sign certainly drew the attention we were after. After selling up and shifting to town and having no further use as a sign, I cut the ends off and turned it into a  garden bench with the writing side still visual. I would recommend to anyone the workmanship and long lasting quality of the sign."

 

Mark and Linda

"Amazing sign made for us and our place at the beach. Great craftsmanship and attention to detail, and our requirements. Stands out and have received awesome comments. Couldn't have done it without you. Highly recommend."

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Audrey

"We are absolutely thrilled with our school sign!  It is simple, highly visible, and beautifully crafted with our kura logo and the name of our kura.  Our kura is nestled at the back of the local marae near the bush and it has been difficult for newcomers to find the kura.  Prior to the sign been erected, finding our kura was a hit and miss and now with the sign standing at the entrance of the long driveway it has been easy for visitors to locate our kura.  What was also provided was instructions on how to maintain the sign.  I would recommend Grant's work anytime."

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Hilda Patterson

Principal of Te Kura o Waioweka

"Our kura is incredibly grateful to Slab Dezigns for the five beautifully crafted wooden signs that now stand in front of each of our buildings. Each sign reflects the uniqueness of the building it represents and who we are as a kura whānau.

The first three signs, made in 2022, still look stunning today, a clear reflection of the high quality and durability of Slab Designs’ craftsmanship. Because of this, when our two new classrooms arrived, we had no hesitation in returning to Slab Dezigns for another two signs. These latest additions are equally impressive and blend seamlessly with the originals.

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Slab Designs’ attention to detail, artistry, and ability to capture identity through their work have created taonga that will remain part of our kura for many years to come. Their mahi does more than identify buildings, it enhances the wairua and sense of pride within our kura.

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Nei rā te oha nui ki a koutou i ēnei taonga mīharo.

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Ngā mihi nui,
Te Kura o Te Whānau ā Apanui"

"We love our sign!  Thank you for such fantastic service and a high standard of workmanship."

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R&M Antis

"We approached Grant to design and supply a wooden slab sign for our orchard and we’re very pleased with the result and would highly recommend Grants workmanship."

John & Colleen Drury
Emerald Hill Orchard