GN Olsson Furniture Maker, Upholstery, French Polish, Wood turning, Wood carving & Allied Trades & Crafts – Interiors, Furniture, Clock, Frame, Box, Artifacts – Brisbane, Gold Coast & Sunshine Coast
Gary Olsson, classically trained designer, gilder, ébéniste, cabinet maker, joiner,
& leather technician – Proprietor and Workshop Manager of GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen –
and his dedicated team of artisans, craftsmen, tradesmen and women –
interior, furniture, antique, artifact and clock specialists.
GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen are 
specialists who design, make, and do restoration, conservation, and alteration work on antiques, interiors, furniture, clocks, frames, boxes, and artifacts.
Our craftsmen and women use time honoured, traditional, authentic methods to maximise value and longevity. They include traditional tradesmen, artists, and restoration & conservation specialists. In this fast paced high tech world we live in, there are still some amazingly clever people who use the same authentic materials and hand tools as their predecessors from centuries ago. Things are built to last, to exacting standards, with focused attention to detail.
GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen hold affiliations and memberships with designers, antique dealers, valuers, fine arts & conservation associations, and industry groups. This means we can access a wide range of expertise and colleagiate support – all to your benefit.
Some claim to be experts at all things, however, this is neither realistic, nor likely. In times gone by, each skill was a completely separate trade taking 10 years to master. Today the best traditionally trained people often are self-employed. However, no man is an island.
At GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen, Gary Olsson is both craftsman and overseer. Working with his team of employees and collegiate specialists, they collaborate as a unified team to get the best end result in a timely fashion. Because we engage in collaborative projects, clients are able to gain access to the talents of the very best in each field. It is a modern day, network equivalent to the workshops of olde.
With more than 25 years doing business in this olde fashioned manner, GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen are recognised locally and nationally, as a highly competent, one stop shop. Gary Olsson takes full responsibility for all commissions. This isn’t as onerous as it sounds, because such highly talented people are not inclined to let anyone down. It is a matter of professional pride. Gary Olsson is the head tradesman who personally meets with you to discuss, then manage your particular project.
Our aim is to maximise value and longevity. This means doing the right thing by the item, as well as maximising the value of your investment.
On the GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen team, we have experienced professionals who work in the
following traditional skill areas: (Click on any underlined words to browse relevant webpages or download
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Antique conservationist
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Traditional upholsterer
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Woodcarver
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Wood turner
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Cane weavers and wicker workers
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Ébéniste (ebony)
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Gilder
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Marqueteur
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Parqueteur
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Picture and mirror framer
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Painted furniture artists
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Decorative and faux finishers
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Leather gilder
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Leather specialist and leather technician
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Box lining technician
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Baise (felt) upholsterer
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Book binder
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Leadlight glaziers
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Stained glass craftsman
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Glazier
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Horologist (clockmaker)
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Engraver
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Gilt sign writer
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Stone mason
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Silversmiths, goldsmiths,
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Micro engineer, metal caster
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Blacksmith, armourer, wheelwright
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Researcher and report writer
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So, ask GN Olsson Mastercraftsmen for a quote.
No matter how unusual your request, if we can help, we will!
Contractor Applications
To enquire about becoming a dedicated service provider to GN Olsson, please contact us.
Careers and Positions Vacant
If you are interested in an apprenticeship, they are offered from time to time.
If you are qualified with specialist skills in antique restoration and conservation, furniture making, or intricate and heritage joinery, please send your resume and cover letter to us.
GN Olsson - servicing Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia & International clientele
