Bench notes

Stories and insights from our Sligo workshop – where thoughtful design, sustainability, and a love of place come together.

Our extra large custom round map of Antarctica on display at Gifted
Custom

Our extra large custom round map of Antarctica on display at Gifted

Our extra large circular map of Antarctica (nearly 90cm in diamter and almost 20kg!) is one of those unique showcase pieces we craft every so often. With Ernest Shackletons birthday passing just a ...
Showcase 2026
Events

Showcase 2026

We were delighted to attend Showcase 2026 in the RDS last week in Dublin. Many thanks to the DCCI for choosing us for their curated area among so many other talented Irish designers and makers.
Round wooden hand crafted map of The Skelligs including Ballinskellig and Na Skealga islands

Kerry calling

Kerry seems to be more popular that usual at the moment, find out about our new designs and something exciting coming soon!
Ours to Protect - an interview with East Coast fm
Design

Ours to Protect - an interview with East Coast fm

We were delighted to be included in this fantastic feature on East Coast fm in September. Aran chatted to Nikki Hayes about sustainable product design and all things Outcrop!
Outcrop is a finalist in the Irish Made Awards 2025
Awards

Outcrop is a finalist in the Irish Made Awards 2025

We were delighted to be shortlisted for the Irish Made Awards 2025 in the home category for our new local spots collection. It was a real honour to be included among so many top class brands.
Australia two ways...
Design

Australia two ways...

From the Great Barrier Reef to the rugged Outback, Australia is a land of contrasts, colours, and captivating coastlines. This week, we are introducing a detailed 3D wooden map of Australia to both...
Exhibition for August Craft Month
Events

Exhibition for August Craft Month

Nestled at the foot of Benbulben in County Sligo, the Rathcormac Craft Village is home to a community of artists and makers deeply connected to the landscape that surrounds them. This August the ar...
Two New Leitrim Maps Just Launched: Manorhamilton & Lough Melvin
New

Two New Leitrim Maps Just Launched: Manorhamilton & Lough Melvin

We’ve just added two stunning new locations to our Local Spots collection: Manorhamilton and Lough Melvin, both nestled in the heart of County Leitrim. These handcrafted round wooden maps celebrate...
From Early Sat-Navs to AI Design Tools — Sharing Our Journey with the latest Accelerator cohort
Design

From Early Sat-Navs to AI Design Tools — Sharing Our Journey with the latest Accelerator cohort

Aran shared his insights from 25 years in design and manufacture with Trinity’s latest accelerator cohort, exploring how small creative businesses can scale with 3D printing, CAD and AI.