Wilkins and Kent

Wilkins and Kent Local family business making hand crafted custom timber furniture + selling local & imported homewar

Wilkins and Kent Furniture and Design was established by Jeremy Wilkins and Stephen Kent in 1994. Originally setting up their workshop in an unassuming Fitzroy side street the pair lovingly created quirky, brightly coloured bookcases, charming cupboards and chests made from bits and pieces reclaimed from skips or foraged from the tip. A style developed that was reminiscent of early Australian or d

epression furniture crafted from need and ingenuity. They honed their skill, with Molly the dog standing sentinel and usually one or two small children scrambling in the wood shavings. They catered to a very local clientele, trading directly from the side door around which the first makeshift ‘shop front’ evolved. From here the business has grown to incorporate a large Brunswick Street frontage. The “two men” swinging above the door remain a recognisable part of the landscape. Gone however are the days when Jeremy and Stephen would lock up shop and amble around the corner to the Black Cat for lunch. Nowadays, although the boys have staff, they still make all custom furniture themselves and we are all far too busy to down tools for too long. Well… you must however understand that the morning and afternoon tea tradition stands firm at Wilkins and Kent. If you happen to be passing the workshop door around the hours of 10 or 4 you may just catch a few ‘pearls’ emanating about anything from why Molly retrieves sandpaper from the bin, or the cultural implications of reality TV to (very vocally) the outcome of the cricket!

These delightful ceramics have just landed from La La Land Beyond. Collections include Retro Folk, Blush and Seaview. Ma...
29/03/2026

These delightful ceramics have just landed from La La Land Beyond. Collections include Retro Folk, Blush and Seaview. Made brighter with a bubble lamp by local light maker Rael Solomon.

With the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2026 wrapping up, here are some books and products to keep the i...
29/03/2026

With the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show 2026 wrapping up, here are some books and products to keep the inspiration flowing.

Is it duck weather yet?
17/02/2026

Is it duck weather yet?

Bringing delight with these items that say “love”
13/02/2026

Bringing delight with these items that say “love”

Wilkins and Kent are off to the beach! 🏖️ stay cool 😎
23/01/2026

Wilkins and Kent are off to the beach! 🏖️ stay cool 😎

Our new Christmas poster is up 🎄 Thanks for the collab!
21/11/2025

Our new Christmas poster is up 🎄

Thanks for the collab!

13/11/2025

It’s time alright! Christmas is coming with bells & whistles & some adorable felt friends 🎄✨🫧💫

Lions premier win 2025 tea towels in store #2025
16/10/2025

Lions premier win 2025 tea towels in store
#2025

Father’s Day Edit
19/08/2025

Father’s Day Edit

Like a fish in a dish Ottolenghi has arrived in store
26/06/2025

Like a fish in a dish Ottolenghi has arrived in store

I love seeing what our talented staff decide for the front window display at Wilkins and Kent. This time of year is abou...
03/06/2025

I love seeing what our talented staff decide for the front window display at Wilkins and Kent. This time of year is about nourishment, cooking, cosy & fresh, keeping the palette playful. We have linen aprons, locally made oyster plates, opinel knives, cook books, ceramics by Bloomingville , sauces & spice by Belazu and more…

If there’s one thing we can rely on in Melbourne, uncertain weather patterns has to be near the top. We have a plethora ...
03/06/2025

If there’s one thing we can rely on in Melbourne, uncertain weather patterns has to be near the top. We have a plethora of woollens to soothe your most disgruntled, cold selves. Get toasty & warm in woollens by Native World, Otto & Spike, Tilley, Tightology, St Albans & more.

Address

230 Brunswick Street
Fitzroy, VIC
3065

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 10:30am - 5:30pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+61394195251

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