Since 2006, Trendz Fireplaces has been helping homeowners across New Zealand and Australia to transform their outdoor spaces with beautiful, functional wood-burning fireplaces. But like all great ideas, it started with a simple conversation.
Founder Charlie Lawry was chatting with his nephew, who had built an outdoor fireplace the hard way, from scratch. They both agreed there had to be an easier way. What if you could buy an outdoor fireplace as a complete, ready-to-go unit?
That question sparked an idea, and soon after, Charlie set out to make it happen. Months of trialling different concrete mixes, fine-tuning the design, and engineering the perfect firebox followed.
Eventually, the first fireplace moulds were ready and so was Trendz Fireplaces. The improvements and design tweaks still continue right up until today.
From day one, the mission has been clear: make it easier for people to enjoy beautiful wood-burning outdoor fireplaces. More than just a source of warmth, Trendz fireplaces, are designed to become the centrepiece of connection and a place to gather; where meals are shared, stories are told, and memories are made.
That purpose continues to guide us nearly two decades later. Whether it’s a family gathering in the backyard, a luxury lodge installation, or a large-scale development, we believe every fire has the potential to bring people together.
We’ve come a long way since those early moulds. Today, Trendz is one of New Zealand’s leading outdoor fireplace manufacturers, with a growing presence in Australia. Every fireplace is designed and manufactured at our base in Taranaki, using premium materials and built to withstand the elements.
We’re proud to supply our outdoor fireplaces and fire pits across New Zealand, Australia, and the rest of the world, whether it’s one unit for a backyard transformation, or dozens for a new housing development. Our customers range from homeowners and landscapers to architects and designers looking for custom solutions.
As a family-owned business, we’ve always believed in doing things right; reliable products, consistent service, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our team culture reflects that. We value open ideas, creativity, and having a bit of fun along the way. It's this balance of quality craftsmanship and genuine connection that keeps customers coming back and keeps us pushing forward.
Over the years, we’ve worked closely with designers to enhance and bring to market new and improved designs. That ‘can-do’ approach has led to countless custom projects and innovations.
In 2026, we’ll be celebrating 20 years in business; a milestone that reflects the trust and support of our customers, partners, and team. And while we’re proud of what we’ve built, we’re just as excited about what’s next.
From our classic wood-burning fireplaces to new accessories and evolving designs, we’re always looking for ways to elevate outdoor living.
Whether you’re building a new home, upgrading your backyard, or creating a show stopping outdoor entertaining space, we’re here to help light the way.
Explore our fireplace range or contact our team to learn how Trendz Fireplaces can help bring your outdoor space to life.