There’s a reason so many Aussies are drawn to the ocean. The exhilaration that comes with riding the perfect wave is unmatched, and even on its calmest days, powerful currents hide just beneath the surface. Maywood is an Australian brand founded by Burleigh Heads-based surfer-designer Matt Gillett. Driven by a sustainable ethos, they specialise in the production of handcrafted Alaia surfboards, furnishings, select clothing and wave-sliding accessories. Their unique range features designs bound by authentic aesthetics, wooden surfboards made from sustainably-grown paulownia trees, recycled and reclaimed Australian cedar, and bespoke pieces crafted from sustainable, locally-sourced materials.