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Krost Panel Discussion: Designing and Contracting the Responsive, Adaptable Office

October 1, 2024

Krost’s Melbourne showroom recently hosted a panel discussion titled ‘Expanding and Contracting: The Responsive, Adaptable Office’. The event, held in collaboration with Australian Design Review, gathering industry leaders and design professionals to explore the evolving role of flexible office spaces in meeting the dynamic needs of today’s workplaces.

 

Moderated by Melanie Ting, Senior Interior Designer at Cera Stribley, the panel featured insights from Stephanie Rodas, Senior Associate at Gray Puksand, and Alex Hopkins, Director and Principal Interior Architect at Studio Tate and Carly Krost, Design Manager at Krost.

 

The panel delved into strategies for creating office environments that can adapt to the rapid changes in today’s work culture. Carly highlighted the growing need for spaces that support hybrid and remote working models, noting that employers are increasingly focused on designing offices that engage their teams and encourage in-office collaboration. "Understanding who uses the space and involving stakeholders from the outset is crucial to designing adaptable environments," said Carly. "Without this, spaces risk becoming outdated."

Alex Hopkins emphasised the importance of designing for flexibility given rising construction costs and extended lead times for custom-built solutions. She advocated for incorporating loose furniture and modular systems that allow clients to easily modify spaces over time, thereby maximising long-term value.

 
 

Stephanie Rodas added to the conversation by discussing the complexities of modularity in workplace design. While modular spaces offer versatility, they can sometimes create compliance challenges. She underscored the importance of pilot spaces to test modular solutions before full implementation, helping clients better understand the design process and its impact on functionality.

The panel also addressed how adaptable office designs can cater to neurodiversity and the growing prevalence of hybrid work models. Discussions centred around balancing functional requirements with the need to create inclusive and comfortable environments for both in-office and remote workers.

 

The evening concluded with networking over traditional Spanish Paella by Simply Spanish and drinks by Liquid Infusion, offering attendees the chance to continue discussions sparked by the panel.

 

The event underscored the vital role adaptable design plays in modern workplaces and provided actionable strategies for professionals navigating this evolving landscape. Krost remains committed to fostering innovation in workplace design and delivering flexible, future-proof solutions for our clients.

 

Click through the gallery below to see photos of the night.

(Photo Credit: Nada Marie - Commercial Photographer)

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Take a Virtual Stroll through Our Melbourne Showroom

August 8, 2023

Have you had a chance to explore our new showroom space at 617-643 Spencer St, West Melbourne? If not, we're excited to share that our Melbourne showroom is now open to you virtually, offering a seamless and immersive online tour.

The virtual tour features 360-degree views of both levels of our 2,500m2 showroom, so you can get a close-up look at our entire product range.

 
 

Contact us to learn more about our furniture offering and how we can help you create a productive and comfortable workspace.

 
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Fantastic Evening in our Melbourne Showroom Hosted with the Arc Agency

June 19, 2023

In an exciting collaboration with the Arc Agency, we hosted a remarkable event to showcase our recently opened showroom in West Melbourne.

Greeted with drinks by Liquid Infusion and culinary delights by Miznon, guests from the Architecture and Design industry were found mingling and networking with like-minded professionals through the 2,600m2 space. Later on, guided by our expert team, the guests embarked on a tour of our showroom discovering the space and exploring our latest offerings.

It was an evening filled with excitement and inspiration as guests gathered to explore our collection and learn about the Krost brand.

We’d like to thank everyone who attended our event, our team, our partner (the Arc Agency) and our suppliers (Miznon and Liquid Infusion) for making this event such a successful one. We look forward to welcoming you back to our showroom soon and discuss all your upcoming and exciting projects.

Browse through the photo gallery of the night below.

(Photo Credit: Nada Marie - Commercial Photographer)

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