Have a look inside: The Loft

November 7, 2023

Introducing the Loft meeting room, a feature collaborative space in our Mascot office, carefully designed to offer a dynamic environment tailored for both brief huddles and extended, teamwork-driven sessions.

Every piece of furniture in this meeting space is thoughtfully selected to serve multiple functions, ensuring it accommodates a diverse range of work styles and tasks.

Our Co-op counter table, complemented by our Juna stools, creates a laid-back and welcoming ambiance, making it an ideal setting for swift decision-making, brainstorming sessions, and project updates. Our counter table becomes a versatile space where you can effortlessly transition from sitting to standing, offering both comfort and functionality in the space.

Incorporating cutting-edge display technology into our Vada wall module system, grants easy access to an array of digital tools and resources, amplifying productivity during meetings and streamlining communication.

(Photo Credit: Pixel Collective)

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)

How To Maximise Space In A Small Office

September 12, 2018

When working in a relatively small space, you have to think big in terms of design and creative techniques to ensure a healthy and ergonomic environment is established.

Small scale offices can be discouraging and hinder productivity if the space is not maximised to its full potential.

Here are 5 tips to implement into your small office:

Pick The Right Furniture: Switch to slim streamlined furniture to visually and physically create more space. By measuring your office, workstations and desks can be customised to size to ensure every need is met. Define areas or zones within a small office by amalgamating workstations with partitions to avoid disturbing the flow of the space and feeling boxed in.
Choose a Layout For Your Function: Assess the space by measuring the dimensions of each room to to work out the limitations and best configuration. Collaborate with one of our sales executives for a free on site consultation.
Smart Storage: Think vertically in storage by incorporating wall mounted shelves and cupboards into the office to alleviate floor space. Custom-made storage considers your spatial requirements and are manufactured to fit the office’s proportions perfectly. For non-invasive storage, under desk drawers and pedestals utilises ordinarily wasted space. Alternate storage solutions include our Trak System which allows for storage boxes to be mounted above desk - eliminating clutter.
Switch To Digital: In an age where cloud based computing has become integrated into most businesses, storing documents and files in hard form has become less relied upon. This reduces the amount of large filing systems needed which take up office space. Limiting the use of paper also decreases clutter, aiding in a smooth and productive workplace.
Decorate To Your Advantage: The way an office is decorated can have a big impact on how small the space will feel. By keeping decorations to a minimum allows surfaces to be used to a maximum. Avoid dark colours and busy prints and incorporate light and neutral tones to create a sense of space. With a trend in office plants, introducing greenery alludes to a bigger office while also adding character. As mentioned above our Trak System also allows for planter boxes to be mounted above workstations for a simple and minimal solution to decorate.

KROST CELEBRATES JEANS FOR GENES DAY

August 8, 2018

On Friday the 3rd August, the Krost team hosted a Jeans for Genes Day luncheon with every team member wearing their jeans and donating money to support genetic research.

This year marks the causes 25th anniversary and every dollar raised helps scientists at the Children's Medical Research Institute discover treatments and cures to fight genetic diseases

Transform your workspace with Luca

July 3, 2018

We recently welcomed Luca, the grand and remarkably modern arm chair to our seating collection.

Perfectly placed as a standalone piece or as part of a larger setting, the design-savvy range lends itself to be used in a number of applications from executive offices to breakout spaces, receptions and lobbies alike.

Available in grey, navy and charcoal commercial grade fabric – Luca allows you to choose the colour that will complement the palette of your workspace.

Luca is also perfectly comfortable with its high back, smooth contours and high density foam padding.

Oozing with visual appeal and practicality, Luca is set to elevate the aesthetics of every office landscape.

Hot ? Cold? How to Get it Right in the Office

April 27, 2017

Too hot? Too cold? It seems impossible to please everyone in the office when it comes to temperature.

We are all guilty of complaining about it and trying to take control over the dial.

In an era of open office layout, pleasing everyone is near impossible, so how can we make the workspace more comfortable for all?

Studies show that productivity can drop off by as much as 20% if the temperature is judged uncomfortable as well as contributing to fatigue, heat and cold related illnesses.

So figuring out the right temperature is not just a matter of stopping the complaints, it is also one of health and well-being.

As a rule of thumb, the office temperature should sit somewhere between 20 and 26 degrees Celsius. However the felt temperature under the same digit will highly vary according to the season, the level of activity, the amount and type of clothing worn by employees, the location of their desk in the office, the outside air temperature or the humidity level.

A study run by the Netherlands also revealed that women, who produce about 30% less body heat than men, prefer temperatures about 3 degrees warmer than their male colleagues.

With the Australian weather being rather unpredictable lately, here are a few tips to help make the workplace a little more enjoyable for everyone:

- Regulate your air conditioning unit for temperature (between 22 and 26 degrees) and for humidity (between 40 and 60%)

- Check that the air conditioning reaches all areas in the office and get it serviced regularly

- Avoid installing workstations directly under air conditioning outlets

- Direct airflow away from people by installing deflectors on air vents

- Assess the level of sunlight and heat coming through the windows, you may need to apply a window treatment to block out the light or simply install some blinds

- Avoid having too many employees as well as heat generating equipment in small rooms

- Ensure adequate air flow throughout the office to avoid a feeling of stuffiness. On the other hand too much air flow will cause draughts. A desirable air flow sits between 0.1 and 0.2 metres per second

Jena – Luxury Has Arrived!

March 21, 2017

We’re extremely excited to announce the launch of our Jena range.

The sophisticated Jena chair offers a unique option set to ensure it looks great in any office landscape.

Available with a choice of grey or charcoal fabric upholstery and three different shell colours including white, grey and black on top of either a flawless solid wooden rocking base or tubular chrome legs.

Jena’s styled seat and back combine to form the perfect combination of uncompromised comfort and attention to detail.

Jena is available on our online store, or, to try it first, come and visit our Mascot headquarters.

Indesignlive Wowed by our ABW Office Solutions

February 12, 2017

Combining the advantages of both open and closed work spaces, Activity Based Working (ABW) has been the main solution to the distraction and noise brought by open office layouts and the privacy missing from the time of the cubicle.

From open office solutions to breakout areas, quiet rooms or informal meeting spaces, our product range and offices have been thoughtfully designed to reflect today's work environment.

This hasn't gone unnoticed by Indesignlive on their last visit. Check out what they think about it here.

With our new 2017 range being released soon, we are bringing you more ABW solutions and we can't wait to show you. Watch this space!

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