Honour Boards

Gold Leaf Honour Boards – Timeless Recognition

Honour boards are a classic and enduring way to recognise and commemorate achievement. They provide a lasting reminder of excellence, whether it be individual or team-based. From academic awards and sporting milestones to corporate service recognition and membership achievements, honour boards serve as powerful records of success.

Traditionally adorned with genuine gold leaf, these boards highlight the highest levels of performance and commitment. They are widely used to celebrate academic excellence, professional merit, military and defence service, corporate recognition, performing arts accomplishments, and community contributions. Over time, honour boards create a visual timeline of history, allowing organisations to proudly display achievements across generations.

At Duckworths Designart, we combine craftsmanship with tradition. Each honour board is hand-lettered by an expert signwriter, ensuring precision, authenticity and attention to detail. The final gilding with premium gold leaf adds a distinguished finish that reflects both heritage and prestige.

In addition to creating new boards, we also update existing honour boards. Many organisations approach us to restore or add entries that span years – sometimes even decades. We can also carry out minor repairs and maintenance, correcting damage caused by neglect, improper storage or environmental exposure.

We understand that every board tells its own story. With many of the original signwriters no longer with us, we take special care to respect and replicate unique hand-lettering styles. If requested, we match existing scripts as closely as possible, ensuring seamless continuity of style. This attention to detail allows each award or milestone to retain its historical integrity while blending perfectly with new entries.

By sourcing locally made Australian honour boards and using only the finest materials, Duckworths Designart deliver results that are both timeless and durable. Whether you need a new commission, an update, or sensitive restoration, our team is committed to preserving your organisation’s legacy with skill and care.

Duckworths Designart – honouring tradition with handcrafted gold leaf honour boards.