Jul 10, 2026

Oak Face Fronts for the Metod Range Cabinets

Refined oak veneer face fronts for Metod range and our custom joinery, available in three considered finishes that celebrate the natural character of timber.

Jan 30, 2026

Custom Cabinet Doors and Drawer Fronts

At So Watt, we design and make custom doors and drawer fronts to suit IKEA’s METOD cabinet system only. Learn why this is the case, and other services we offer.

Oct 28, 2025

2025-26 Holiday Closure

Any orders placed through our online store during this period will be given the highest priority when we return feeling refreshed, re-inspired and ready to tackle 2026!

Aug 19, 2025

So Watt 10 Year Party - Time To Celebrate!

Ten years ago we set up So Watt with the hope of creating furniture that was playful, thoughtful, and proudly made right here in Marrickville (Sydney). A decade later, we’re pinching ourselves. It’s been ten years of making, designing, and collaborating with a community that cares about where things come from and how they’re made.

Jul 04, 2025

Creative Shelving Ideas to Maximise Space in Compact Aussie Homes

Whether you’re living in a compact apartment, a reimagined heritage home, or a cleverly planned urban dwelling, space is often at a premium in many Australian homes. But smaller does not mean compromise. With thoughtful shelving, even the most modest footprint can feel open, calm, and beautifully functional.

Jul 27, 2024

The Benefits of Investing in Australian Made Furniture

Investing in Australian made furniture from So Watt offers numerous benefits

Jun 01, 2023

How to plan an IKEA Hack design

Whether your project is a large kitchen with lots of complexities, or a long run of cabinets configured for a living room sideboard, we help explain how to plan your IKEA Hack project with So Watt.

Jul 21, 2021

Parts Of A Whole - Artwork for Deloitte Sydney Office

An artwork commissioned by Deloitte for their head office in Sydney CBD. Have a read to learn about the process from start to finish.

May 10, 2019

Industrial Design Journey

So you have a great idea for a new product, or at least you think it’s amazing and you can’t get it out of your mind! It’s exciting but also very intimidating. There are so many things to consider before you release a consumer product to market.

May 10, 2019

Plywood Series — Part 3

Plywood is a natural timber material, which means humans have no control over its characteristics. Part of the beauty of plywood are these imperfections that give the material individuality and personality. Here are some notes on the adorable little personality traits (not defects) you will find in Plywood.

May 02, 2019

Plywood Series — Part 1

You might have noticed that we’re pretty obsessed with plywood, and after a recent discussion on Instagram about some misconceptions on what plywood actually is.

May 02, 2019

Plywood Series — Part 2

There are almost as many types of plywood as there are species of timber

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