ONE person’s trash is another person’s treasure. That’s the philosophy of Old School Industries, a new business that creates one-of-a-kind homewares and furniture by up-cycling.

[portfolio_slideshow] Defined by the creators as “the future of retro”, old furniture is restored and transformed into a funky array of colours, patterns, designs and structures.

Old School Industries, whose workshop is located on a farm in Goulburn, creates bespoke modern furniture including bedside tables, coffee tables and TV cabinets, often modernising long-desired Scandinavian designs.

With a passion for vintage furniture and a skill in fine joinery and furniture design, partners Sascha Laurenson and Brett Webb started Old School Industries as a hobby, and it quickly became a profitable business.

Together, they spend time scouring flea markets, garage sales and charity stores sourcing unwanted pieces.

“When we find a gem, we can’t wait to get our hands on it. By combining our skills we have created many unique pieces,” says Laurenson.

“Each article of furniture we revive is one less item that ends up in landfill and one more beautiful art piece for the home.”

Conscious of a greener future, the company employs green business practices including the reuse and recycling of as many materials as possible and sourcing of other materials from within its local community.  Prices start from $455 (coffee table) and $550 (bedside table) to $1250 (desk).

Information at oldschoolindustries.com.au