Custom Awards & Corporate Plaques – Sustainable Wooden Recognition, Made in Ireland

Custom Wood Designs creates bespoke awards, plaques and medals that feel as meaningful as the achievement. Hand-finished in Dublin using FSC-certified timbers (oak, birch ply, beech) with precision laser engraving From one-off centrepieces to 500+ unit rollouts, we blend craft, brand consistency, and sustainability.

Bespoke wooden awards and plaques, made in Ireland. FSC timber, laser engraving, Pantone/RAL matching. One-off to 500+ units. Fast 3–4 week lead times.


Custom Awards & Plaques

Custom Awards & Plaques

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Farmhouse Charm: Decorating with Distressed Wooden Crates

Farmhouse Charm: Decorating with Distressed Wooden Crates

Do you dream of bringing a touch of rustic, farmhouse charm into your home? Look no further than distressed wooden crates. These versatile and charming pieces can add character and warmth to any space. Whether you have a farmhouse-inspired decor or simply love the vintage appeal, decorating with distressed wooden crates is a delightful way to infuse your home with unique style. In this blog post, we'll dive into the wonderful world of farmhouse decor and show you how to incorporate the irresistible charm of distressed wooden crates into your interior design. 

  1. The Rustic Welcome: Welcome your guests with farmhouse charm by using distressed wooden crates as creative entryway decor. Stack a few crates near the entrance and top them with a potted plant or a collection of vintage-inspired items. 

  2. Kitchen Country Vibes: Bring farmhouse vibes into your kitchen with distressed wooden crates. Use them as open shelving to display your collection of mason jars, vintage kitchen utensils, or a colorful assortment of fruits and vegetables. 

  3. Bathroom Bliss: Turn your bathroom into a rustic retreat with distressed wooden crates. Use them as storage solutions for towels, toiletries, or rolled-up magazines. 

  4. Living Room Loveliness: In your living room, create a cozy corner using distressed wooden crates as a unique side table. Top it with a vintage lamp, a stack of your favorite books, and a whimsical sign that reads

  5. Bedroom Sweet Dreams: Add farmhouse charm to your bedroom with distressed wooden crates. Use them as stylish nightstands on either side of your bed. 

  6. Outdoor Oasis: Take the farmhouse charm outside by using distressed wooden crates as planters for your garden or as decorative storage for outdoor essentials. 

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Bespoke wooden awards and plaques, made in Ireland.

Premium, sustainable recognition pieces for corporate, hospitality & events

Custom Wood Designs creates bespoke awards, plaques and medals that feel as meaningful as the achievement. Hand-finished in Dublin using FSC-certified timbers (oak, birch ply, beech) with precision laser engraving and UV colour printing. From one-off centrepieces to 500+ unit rollouts, we blend craft, brand consistency, and sustainability.

Why choose our awards


  • Sustainable materials: FSC wood, water-based lacquers, low-waste production

  • Brand-perfect finishes: laser engraving, UV print, paint-fill, RAL/Pantone colour matching

  • Any format: desk awards, wall plaques, wall medals, trophy blocks, certificate frames

  • Fully custom: sizes, shapes, stains, inserts, mixed materials (wood + glass/acrylic accents)

  • Personalisation at scale: names, categories & numbering via CSV/Excel import

  • Made in Ireland: fast, reliable lead times and worldwide shipping

Popular styles


  • Solid Oak Block Awards — timeless, weighty, engraved or printed front face

  • Wall Plaques — oak/birch with hidden fixings; ideal for reception or back-bar walls

  • Tiered/Layered Awards — laser-cut face plates for depth, colour and contrast

  • Medals & Wall Medals — wooden medallions with ribbons or wall-mount sets

  • Eco Recognition Sets — plaque + certificate frame + gift box for premium presentation

Finishes & options


  • Natural, smoked, walnut, black or white stains; clear matte/satin lacquer

  • Laser engraving, spot-colour paint-fill, UV full-colour print, metal/acrylic badges

  • Edge profiles (bevel/chamfer/radius), hidden keyhole hangers for plaques


Gift packaging: branded boxes, kraft sleeves, foam fitments

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