OUR MISSION

We believe that our perfect bench designs are ideal for sharing in those precious moments. Steeped in traditions that spread across decades and to gardens everywhere.

meet co-founder

Charles

As an amateur luthier I find great pleasure in building beautiful acoustic guitars. When an opportunity came up to take over the Gardenbench, it was an obvious leap as it offered an outlet for my love of making beautiful things out of wood and since I retired last year, I had the time available. I will continue to operate the Gardenbench to the high quality standards set by Rod, the previous owner. We look forward to giving you the best customer service and years of comfort and enjoyment in your garden.   

meet co-founder

Chris

I am a father of three children mostly, but when Im not parenting I am in my garage cutting or tinkering something out of wood  - or you might find me camping or hiking in my favourite place on earth, the Cederberg. I have spent the last 20 years working in Cape Town's craft and tourist markets, manufacturing and selling everything from clothing to dolls houses. Throughout this journey I have come to value high quality local inputs and simple functional design. In many ways this is how Garden Bench found me. Simple iconic design, made from quality local materials, for a relaxed South African outdoor setting. I am excited to explore this space with you and meet other enthusiasts.  

Caring about our primary resource

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  • We have to appreciate the wood that we work with is a natural resource and avoid wasting it. Not every piece of wood we use is perfect, and we will include pieces with slight imperfections rather than waste these. We trust you understand and share these sentiments. 

Client love

  • Florence Botha

    "A fantastic addition to our backyard. The Loerie design is timeless, and it's the ideal spot for relaxation. Our family loves spending evenings on this beautiful bench."

  • Amanda Patel

    "I purchased the Cape Robin Bench 2 Seater for it's size, and it fits perfectly on my small patio. It's well-built and provides a cozy seating area without taking up too much space."

  • Patrick Benjamin

    " The attention to detail in the craftsmanship is evident. I appreciate the smooth finish and how well the Loerie bench compliments the natural surroundings in my garden."