Blending History and Modernity at Melbourne's Iconic Skipping Girl Building

August 29, 2023

Melbourne, a city where every corner has a story, and every brick holds a secret. One such tale belongs to the Skipping Girl building on 651 Victoria St, Abbotsford Victoria.

This building is not just any landmark. It is fondly known to locals as the home of the famous "Skipping Girl Vinegar" neon sign, a dazzling symbol since the 1930s. Once a beacon for a popular vinegar brand, it has since become a cultural icon, symbolising Melbourne's evolution from an industrial hub to a modern metropolis.

Today, the Skipping Girl building has turned a new chapter. The Stem Group has breathed fresh life into this architectural gem, infusing it with raw urban elements coupled with the sophisticated flair of the modern age.

The result is a space that is both timeless and contemporary, a place where old tales meet new dreams.

From the moment you step inside, you are greeted by the Casali reception counter, which gracefully bows with its radial curve. The backdrop of aged brick walls, witness to decades of Melbourne's growth, is complemented by the modern Stecca Wood panelling in a Notaio Walnut finish. Add the tactile warmth of the Soba chairs wrapped in khaki boucle wool, and you're in for a sensory treat.

Moving through the space, the Benchwork executive desk provides contemporary sophistication, accentuated by our Sonic task chair and the ever-vibrant Mali Chair in green.

The heart of the office beats at the Benchwork and Swish workstations, framed by Arc screens that offer both privacy and a glimpse into creative minds at work. Nestled amidst this, the black Globe sliding door cupboards, adorned with planters, lend a green touch.

Natural light floods the staff area, where our Merge D-end counter table and Calvin chairs beckon for a coffee break chat. One can almost hear the laughter of yesteryears blending with today's banter.

In essence, the rejuvenated Skipping Girl building is a space where history and modernity meet in perfect harmony. It is a place where creativity and innovation can thrive, and where new stories can be written.

So, next time you're in Melbourne, be sure to skip (pun intended!) inside and take a journey through time.

Wellbeing at the Heart of MacKillop Family Services New Fit Out

February 26, 2023

In their recent fit out for MacKillop Family Services, Pirotta Services and Tierney Property Group have placed great importance on the wellbeing of employees and visitors.

Movement is promoted and sedentarity avoided thanks to Swish height adjustable workstations. Each workspace is paired with Arc screens, Hana task chairs and Globe mobile pedestals giving each user a functional and ergonomic work area.

At the end of the workstations, Globe Sliding Door Cupboards topped with planters provide ample storage and partition the open space into activity based areas.

The choice of pastel and natural colours compliments and softens the wooden features of the space resulting in a calming environment. Conscious of the materials used, the team selected our Inc chairs with a shell made of polypropylene and recycled wood composite in sand and light green and Elki wooden leg table in the lunch space.

The breakout area constitutes of several settings featuring our Hugo lounge and Dart coffee tables or Arlo chairs in forest green with Nest coffee tables while the various meeting rooms display Halo tables, Hana chairs in blue, Dart tables and Zed chairs.

Last but not least, families visiting the services are given a welcoming dedicated play space to wait and relax in featuring Fletcher lounges, Byte side tables and Drum coffee tables while the reception area is furnished with Hugo lounges and Mali chairs.

From the biophilic design of the space, through the careful selection of materials, planters and the wooden architectural elements of the room, to the choice of furniture, Pirotta Services have managed to create a space that answers the needs of the modern workplace to create agile spaces and connect to nature.

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Design and Function Combine for Talent X’s New Office

April 20, 2022

Located in a heritage style building, Talent X’s new office space features a mix of original and contemporary style finishes creating the perfect juxtaposition of architecture and furniture. As a hybrid recruitment and consultancy agency with an aim to build overachieving teams, Talent X’s fit out has created an environment to foster success and support for their team and candidates.

Natural light floods the open plan office, highlighting the signature painted brick walls and furniture pieces throughout. Using a mixture of Polytec Notaio Walnut, Shannon Oak and Laminex Milano Walnut finishes throughout the office, combined with the green walls, a biophilic design that reminds us of the warmth of nature is created. The interior features floor to ceiling glass walls allowing each area to flow into each other without clear or defined limits, creating fluidity within the office.

As you enter the space, our Tex lounges provide soft seating for visitors, encouraging a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Our Lennox storage units in a dual tone finish are placed facing opposite directions to divide the areas in a purposeful yet stylish way.

Collaboration and teamwork is inspired through the multiple Flip tables that fill the open area. Offering complete mobility and functionality with their castors, our Flip tables allow the Talent X team to move and create their own work areas based on different needs and requirements. Our Keywork desk with a modesty panel is also featured in this space, allowing for more focused and task driven activities.

Talent X have used our Swish height adjustable desks to promote employee health and wellbeing and to suit the varied working styles. In the main office, our Swish spine has been used offering practical storage which hides the foot of the Spine desk for a seamless finish. Paired with our Miro and Space task chairs, each office has been set up to promote comfort and productivity.

Cohesive in theme, our Lennox units in matching finishes are featured through the entire office, from the open area to executive offices allowing ample storage. Minimalist in design with clean lines and matt black anodised handles, Lennox effortlessly integrates into all spaces within the Talent X office.

Finally, the boardroom features our Benchwork table in Shannon Oak and black powder coated steel frame, offering a practical solution for formal and team meetings.

Talent X’s new office space considers the different working environments for the modern employee. Various settings are provided that focus on connection, collaboration and comfort by the curation of furniture and finishes.

Creating A Modern Office With BadgerFox

February 8, 2022

BadgerFox’s new office space successfully blends architecture and furniture through the building's historical exterior with a contemporary interior to create a functional and productive work environment.

Upon entry, our velvet charcoal corduroy Juna chairs are paired with a Wiz round table to create an informal meeting area that facilitates connection and collaboration for employees and customers alike.

For more focused individual work, the main office features our Benchwork workstations, matched with Arc desktop screens, Miro task chairs and Globe mobile pedestals, offering employees a workspace that enhances productivity and employee wellbeing.

The meeting room features our Oslo table with a custom shaped top and Juna chairs in charcoal, establishing an elegant meeting space.

Badgerfox has designed a modern and functional office space that instills productivity and comfort.

Simple Yet Elegant - FKW Chartered Accountants

August 4, 2021

Through classic finishes and a neutral colour palette, Melanie Redman Design have successfully transformed the office space of Flegg Kehlet Wagner Chartered Accountants into a contemporary and functional environment.

Cleverly segmented by our 4 way Benchwork workstations, the open office offers employees privacy through Local acoustic screens and individual storage with Globe mobile pedestals.

Elegance and simplicity characterise the various meeting rooms defined by dark wooden tones and varying upholstery selection. The ‘Think Tank’, beautifully furnished with a Dart round table and Zorro chairs allows the team to gather for small informal meetings while the boardroom has been fitted with a large Dart rectangular table and black Marc chairs elevating the space with a luxe feel.

Several breakout spaces were created for the team through low and high occasional seating options with our Cali chairs within the open office space and Indi stools overlooking the surrounding suburbs.

Oozing professional appeal, the executive office features our Merge corner workstation and return end pedestal perfectly complemented with a Marc high back chair.

FKW Chartered Accountants’ new office expresses cohesiveness and has been carefully designed to create a productive workspace that incorporates modern aesthetics, comfort and practicality.

Kingsmede: A Sleek & Cohesive Design

July 26, 2021

Located in the heart of Sydney's CBD, Kingsmedes’ office pulls you into a future with its sleek and cohesive design that is carried throughout all three levels of the office. The Kingsmede team have successfully implemented a clean black and white colour palette that perfectly complements the natural lighting and green highlights situated throughout the space.

The new office encapsulates the essence of a modern workspace characterised by black and white accents through our Keywork workstations and Zak chairs. Combining visual appeal with functionality, the open office is complete with Trak planters, Sparki in desk power and Globe pedestals for storage.

Our Zak chairs and Halo tables are featured throughout the space and in all meeting rooms and boardrooms that vary in size and finish to create cohesive yet distinctive meeting environments.

The Kingsmede team has successfully designed a sleek minimalist workspace that instills collaboration and productivity across all three levels.

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An Office That Exudes Modern Appeal

July 21, 2021

Blending contemporary finishes with a unique design, EVY Professional’s new Melbourne office exudes modern appeal.

Upon entry, our Nest coffee tables in black stained wood welcome visitors while perfectly complimenting the surrounding interior finishes of the reception space

The office features light accents mixed with dark timber finishes as seen on our Elki workstations for more individual and collaborative work. Matched with Trak desk mounted rails, Trak open storage boxes, Trak acoustic and environmental panels, Space chairs and Globe mobile pedestals for storage, a workspace which enhances productivity and dynamism is created.

Moving through the space, our Sofi ottomans in a trendy musk and lilac upholstery blend together to form soft seating areas for employees. Our Sofi ottomans are mobile in design, allowing staff to move and create their own work environment based on their needs and requirements. Custom joinery was crafted into the landscape throughout with integrated hinge door cupboards and a kitchen unit in Maison Oak Polytec finish. Functional additions of sleek built-in storage and fridge compartments ensure employees wellbeing is considered and established.

The meeting room does not stray from the cohesive themes used throughout the open space. Featuring our Cosmopolitan round table and custom joinery cupboard, a contemporary environment is created, perfect for informal and formal settings.

With a focus on creating a modern functional working environment, the executive office features our Miro S Leather chair, paired with a built-in joinery unit fitting the interior effortlessly.

The training room features a wall mounted cupboard in Estella Oak finish, enhancing the cohesiveness in the modern aesthetic seen across the office space.

EVY Professional’s new office space effectively establishes a contemporary working environment by the curation of furniture, finishes and aesthetic.

Bayside City Council - Youth Centre Opening

June 10, 2021

With the recent opening of Bayside City Council’s Youth Centre, we had the opportunity to assist in creating a warm and inviting space for their visitors. The centre aims to provide a safe place where young people can enjoy a range of activities and engage with service providers for support.

A palette of orange, yellow, green and brown reminiscent of autumn cover our Sofi ottomans, providing soft seating areas. Adapting to the curved architectural details of the room, our Sofi ottomans were custom designed in shape to wrap seamlessly around the wall creating an eclectic and earthy yet welcoming environment.

Cohesive in design, Sofi ottoman settings are featured throughout different rooms, coupled with Dart organic coffee tables creating layers of visual interest at every turn.

Completing the centre are our Jive tables with bench seating and Jive counter table paired with Pac stools to further enhance the space, nurturing connection and collaboration.

Special consideration for visitors and their range of needs within the Bayside City Council Youth Centre is evident in the variety of settings provided. By allowing freedom and functionality within the space, one is able to utilise it to its best ability whilst maintaining a level of comfortability.

A Refreshing Break for Tabcorp Granville

May 13, 2021

With over 300 employees working at their Granville office, Tabcorp set off to create a new lunch room and breakout area for their team.

The large space was transformed into a variety of breakout areas to accommodate for each and every style. A traditional style cafeteria was created in the kitchen where a combination of Wiz Terrazzo, Halo cafe tables and easily cleanable and stackable Poppi chairs were selected, creating a space that is easily modular. The Jive counter table and Zorro stools allow for more casual catch-ups and on-the-go lunches.

Moving through the space, our Sofi ottomans in various shapes and Nest coffee tables come together to create a laid back soft seating area. Mobile in design, Sofi ottomans allow staff to move and design their own space based on their requirements.

Escaping the buzz of the office is made possible thanks to pods of Hush high back lounges and Byte coffee tables for those wanting a more intimate and private space.

On the busiest days, when stepping away from their desk seems impossible, or personal work needs to be achieved, employees can take their work to the S-shape Curve work booth where high upholstered panels surround powered desktops in a private acoustic setting.

The addition of Classic banquet seats and Halo café tables offers staff a beautiful, comfortable and versatile space suited to team lunches or meetings alike and facilitating collaboration and connection.

Transforming a space that had been untouched for many years into a break haven for their employees, the team at Tabcorp successfully considered every scenario designing a space that is inviting and functional and responds to every need.

An Inviting New Space Revealed

March 17, 2021

With functionality and aesthetics at top of mind, the team set out to create an inviting new workspace for ATE Tankers.

Opting for a minimalist scheme inspired by natural tones, a consistent palette featuring light wood, black, grey and hints of khaki were extended throughout the office landscape.

Keywork workstations paired with Hana chairs and Local screens feature in the open office, while Keywork desks and Miro S chairs stand out in the executive spaces. Storage was also high priority with a selection of custom made bookcases and storage units being carefully crafted for the space.

The staff lunchroom was brought to life with a custom made kitchen that integrates a mix of bench space, storage and a counter for the team. Poppi chairs, Indi stools, Mix bench seating and Halo tables further enhance the space, providing an enticing breakout zone.

No space was overlooked, the meeting areas also looking exceptional, dressed with beautiful grey FortyFour Chairs around Dart tables, while the reception welcomes guests with Hugo Lounges and Byte Coffee tables.

The impressive mix of furniture selections and finishes blend together to create a striking yet timeless office that will serve ATE Tankers for years to come.

Tricentis: Epitome of Industrial Design

November 8, 2020

Located in the heart of Surry Hills, Sydney, Tricentis’ office is the epitome of industrial design. Ciara Tapia Design successfully emphasises the original architecture of the building by choosing a clean black and white colour palette that perfectly complements the industrial features.

The new office summarises the essence of a modern workspace. From our Swish electric height adjustable workstations in the open office to our Keywork counter tables in the meeting/training rooms, the space is designed to break sedentary behaviours.

Collaboration in all its forms is made possible through various formal and informal settings. Our Dart rectangle table brings the team together in the meeting room while its round sibling gathers people in the office kitchen for casual chats. Our Hush high back lounges are paired with a Dart coffee table, creating a private space for solo work or one-on-one meetings.

Haven for photographer Sebastian Mrugalski, Tricentis office has been carefully designed to create a functional and practical space for the team while paying homage to the heritage of the building.

Cobbleworks: A Modern Oasis

September 29, 2020

Spread over two levels in the heart of Sydney, Cobbleworks’ recently fitted out offices are a penchant for light, tactility and materiality. Located in an industrial style building, the interiors feature a mixture of original and contemporary style finishes, creating the perfect juxtaposition of architecture and furniture.

Designed to elevate the furniture in the space, black accents mixed with natural stone like finishes are seen on our Keywork counter table, paired with Zorro stools welcoming you upon entry.

Cohesive in theme, the first office space features the same colourways as seen on our Uno table in the kitchen area, surrounded by Madi chairs. Additionally, in a little nook next to this our Halo counter table with Zorro stools tie in to create a comfortable breakout area for staff.

Similar in finishes but different in layout, the second office includes Uno counter tables on castors with Zorro stools allowing them to be moved around to facilitate a variety of settings from collaboration to relaxation.

With a focus on the evolving nature of the way we work and the relationship between the user and their environment in an open plan office, Cobbleworks office provides highly flexible and versatile solutions. Moving throughout this space, our Hugo lounges and Sofi hexagon ottomans in a trendy mustard upholstery come together to form soft seating areas. Our Sofi ottomans are mobile in design, allowing for staff to move and create their own work areas based on their needs and requirements.

Arched windows frame the building allowing natural light to flood the rooms. Situated underneath these are a variety of seating and coffee table settings, including our Madi chairs paired with the Maya coffee table, Jena chairs paired with the Drum coffee table and Sofi ottomans coupled with the Oscar coffee table, allowing staff and visitors to interact in a casual environment.

For more focused individual work, the offices feature a mixture of desks with black accents and florentine walnut tops including Benchwork and Swish workstations. Matched with Local acoustic screens, Sparki above desk power, Miro chairs, Balance stools, Globe pedestals and Globe sliding door cupboards for storage, a workspace which enhances productivity, dynamism and employee well being is established.

The meeting rooms do not stray from the theme used throughout the open plan office. Contrasted against exposed brick and natural timber flooring, our Dart table and Alex chairs combine to create a contemporary environment, perfect for more formal settings. For more informal and collaborative purposes, smaller meeting rooms feature our Halo table and Madi chairs.

Cobbleworks’ offices consider the different working environments for the modern employee. Providing various settings that focus on connection, collaboration and comfort by the curation of furniture, finishes and aesthetic.

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