About Us
AristoWood offers custom woodwork created by a master timber craftsman in Auckland
At AristoWood, we believe that timber furniture and carved wooden keepsakes should be more than just functional items. They should be timeless works of art that tell a story.
Operating out of our dedicated workshop in Onehunga, Auckland, AristoWood is a boutique woodworking studio built on a foundation of uncompromising quality, personalised service, and over three decades of international design experience.
Whether crafting a one-off dining table, precision-machined CNC panels, or a hand-carved 21st birthday key, every piece we produce is designed to bring natural warmth, elegance, and long-lasting durability into your space.
Meet Zad Fazli, the timber craftsman behind AristoWood
Behind AristoWood is founder and master artisan Zad Fazli. Zad is an accomplished timber craftsman in Auckland whose passion for working with wood spans more than 35 years. His journey began in his homeland of Iran, where he completed his very first woodworking projects as a teenager.
What started as a captivating personal hobby quickly evolved into a lifelong career dedicated to spatial design, timber selection, and fine joinery. Zad’s deep understanding of wood grain, structural balance, and finishing techniques gives AristoWood its distinct artistic signature.
From overseas industrial design to a custom woodworker in Onehunga
Before relocating to New Zealand, Zad built an impressive career managing large-scale design and manufacturing operations overseas. His professional background focused heavily on high-end kitchen cabinetry, custom spatial planning, and complex residential fixtures.
However, after moving to New Zealand with his wife in late December 2019, Zad chose to step away from industrial corporate manufacturing to pursue his true creative calling. Following his heart, he founded AristoWood to return to boutique, hands-on craftsmanship, creating bespoke furniture items that feature intricate decorative details, modern minimalist aesthetics, and hand-selected natural timbers.
AristoWood brings heritage craftsmanship together with modern technology
Today, AristoWood has grown from a passionate vision into a thriving workshop serving private clients, commercial businesses, and trade professionals across Auckland and all of New Zealand. As a trusted custom woodworker in Onehunga, Zad bridges the gap between traditional woodworking heritage and modern digital manufacturing.
Our workshop houses advanced 5-axis CNC routing machinery, a 4th-axis rotary setup, and high-precision laser engraving tools. This unique hybrid approach allows us to execute complex 3D carvings and precision joinery that would be impossible through traditional tools alone, all while maintaining the hand-finished warmth that only a true craftsman can provide.
Our core custom timber services
We take pride in turning our clients’ ideas into high-quality physical products. Our main areas of focus include the following services.
➤ Bespoke custom furniture including narrow console tables, TV units, coffee tables, custom cots, and dining tables designed to fit your exact room dimensions.
➤ Handcrafted 21st birthday keys featuring custom names, dates, and intricate Māori or Pasifika motifs designed for milestone celebrations.
➤ Precision CNC cutting and laser machining for architectural panels, cabinetry components, and decorative screens.
➤ Wooden trophies and corporate awards crafted from solid hardwoods for schools, sports clubs, and business events.
➤ Custom wooden coffee carts built around specific commercial espresso machinery, plumbing, and branding.
Why clients choose AristoWood over larger manufacturers
What sets AristoWood apart from larger furniture manufacturers is our deeply personalised, owner-operated approach. When you work with us, you deal directly with Zad from initial concept sketches and 3D digital design proofs through to final sanding and finishing. We offer complete flexibility, meaning we can accommodate unusual shapes, custom dimensions, and challenging design requests that mass-production companies turn away.
Furthermore, we work with a selective palette of premium solid hardwoods and softwoods. Our selection includes American White Oak, American Black Walnut, White Ash, Cherry, Hard Maple, and Radiata Pine, ensuring every piece is engineered for lasting structural integrity.
Work with us to bring your timber project to life
From our Onehunga workshop, we proudly serve local Auckland clients while shipping our custom timber creations nationwide across New Zealand. Whether you have a completed CAD file or just a rough drawing on a napkin, AristoWood is ready to turn your ideas into a handcrafted reality that you will cherish for generations.
Contact us today to schedule a workshop viewing or to discuss your upcoming project.
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