A collection of carpentry and renovation projects on Mallorca, ranging from flooring and custom woodwork to creative builds and practical solutions for homes and fincas.

Renovate, Construct, Revamp, Woodwork, Paint, Specials, Custom-Design, InstallationGuest UserMarch 16, 2026Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Flying Fox, From Floors to Upcycled Treehouses

Custom Hardwood Bed Frame Build

A custom solid wood bed frame built on location in Artà, Mallorca. Carefully sourced materials, practical transport, and a strong, durable result for a rental finca.

Custom-Design, Woodwork, ConstructGuest UserFebruary 21, 2026Hugo BruininkBed frame, Hardwood Beams, Arta

Extending a Treehouse with Reused Materials

This upcycled treehouse in Colonia San Pere shows how existing materials can be reused in a creative and practical way. Built strong, simple, and made to last.

Custom-Design, WoodworkGuest UserFebruary 21, 2026Hugo BruininkTreehouse, Upcycling, Recycling, Colonia Sant Pere

Converting an Attic into a Functional Walk-In Closet

An attic conversion project in Porreres, transforming a sloped roof space into a practical walk-in closet with custom shelving and hanging areas.

Woodwork, Custom-Design, ConstructGuest UserApril 8, 2025Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Custom Walk-In Closet, Porreres

Custom Furniture Made from Almond Wood

A custom carpentry project in Crestatx using island-sourced almond wood to create floating shelves, a large tabletop, and a coffee table.

Woodwork, Custom-Design, SpecialsGuest UserMarch 25, 2025Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Crafting Custom-Design Furniture from Almond Wood, Crestatx

Handcrafted Wooden Bunk Bed with Built-In Slide

Explore how Hugo crafted a bunk bed with a wooden slide in Alaro on Mallorca, overcoming challenges to create a stylish and functional family space.

Woodwork, Custom-Design, SpecialsGuest UserMarch 25, 2025Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Wooden Slide, Bunk bed, Custom Bunk Bed with Wooden Slide, Alaro

Creating a Custom Wooden Shop Sign Panel

A custom carpentry project in Artà, designing and painting a rainproof wooden sign panel to match the existing shopfront.

Paint, Custom-Design, WoodworkGuest UserMarch 25, 2025Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Creating a Custom Signboard for a Shop, Arta

Custom Wooden Bunk Bed with Staircase

A custom wooden bunk bed designed for two children, featuring a built-in staircase, gentle curves, and a simple, durable design that fits a calm, minimalist space at a finca in Ruberts.

Woodwork, Custom-Design, SpecialsGuest UserDecember 30, 2024Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Wooden Slide, Bunk bed, Ruberts

Building Custom-Made Kitchen for a Small Finca

This project in Alaró involved designing a bespoke kitchen that integrates seamlessly into the living space, balancing cement finishes with warm wooden details.

Woodwork, Construct, Custom-DesignGuest UserDecember 12, 2024Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Bespoke Kitchen, Custom-Made Kitchen, Alaro

Custom Wooden Storage Unit for a Roof Terrace

A custom carpentry project in Porto Colom, creating a durable wooden storage unit for a roof terrace despite uneven walls and changing weather.

Woodwork, Custom-Design, ConstructGuest UserDecember 5, 2024Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Roof Terrace Storage Unit, Porto Colom

Garden Shed Conversion into a Custom Sauna

A finca project in Alaró, Mallorca transforming an existing shed into a functional and comfortable custom-built sauna using natural materials.

Specials, Construct, Custom-DesignGuest UserNovember 28, 2024Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Sauna, Alaro

From Floors to Flying Foxes

A collection of carpentry and renovation projects on Mallorca, focused on problem-solving, custom woodwork, and practical solutions for homes and fincas.

Renovate, Construct, Revamp, Woodwork, Paint, Specials, Custom-DesignGuest UserOctober 24, 2024Hugo BruininkFrom Floors to Flying Foxes, Flying Fox, Personal Gym, Package Artwork, Horse Trailer, Wooden Slide, Kids Bed, Arta

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