What does it take to turn a passion for design and craftsmanship into a thriving business? In this episode of Born to Build, we sit down with Wayne Ballard, founder of Coastal Kitchens in Cape Town. Wayne shares his journey from humble beginnings to building a bespoke kitchen and furniture business that is trusted and admired. We dig into the early struggles, the big wins, the importance of craft, and the lessons that keep him pushing forward. If you are an entrepreneur or dream of starting something of your own, Wayne's story will inspire you to keep building.
Chapters:
(00:00) Introduction and Wayne's backstory
(00:40) Starting Coastal Kitchens and early vision
(06:41) Business challenges and defining moments
(12:20) How the design process works
(16:08) What makes a bespoke kitchen special
(23:38) Memorable client projects
(31:43) Lessons in leadership and resilience
(32:00) Future vision for Coastal Kitchens
(34:15) What keeps Wayne motivated
(36:20) Rapid fire questions
https://coastal-kitchens.co.za
About Born to Build:
Born to Build is a podcast featuring conversations with the builders, founders, and pioneers driving change from the ground up. Each episode highlights the real stories of SME owners - how they started, what they’ve overcome, and what keeps them building their business. It’s honest, practical business insight from those shaping their industries one bold move at a time, equipping you with the tools to build and grow YOUR business.