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A New Era Of Sophistication In The Studio Office

December 13, 2023

The Studio Office effortlessly blends form and function, whether it's a formal sit-down or a casual breakout session, this executive office offers a versatile and aesthetically pleasing workspace for both collaboration and productivity.

Featuring our sophisticated Elki desk characterised by an organic shaped worktop resting on a central joinery spine that maximises support and space. The desk seamlessly integrates personal storage, including a coat cupboard, and a convenient bar fridge, alongside practical filing solutions and wall-mounted units.

For meetings and discussions, visitors have the flexibility to gather around the desk on our Taro armchairs or enjoy a more relaxed setting in our inviting Hugo lounge area.

Adding a touch of modern elegance, the office is framed by distinctive "gherkin" Autex paneling, contributing to the linear aesthetics of the space and enhancing acoustic absorption, creating a more conducive work environment.

The seamless integration of technology in both the lounge and desk areas ensures effortless video conferencing connections, accommodating various meeting styles with ease.

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The Power of Innovation: Transforming the Executive Office

December 11, 2023

An office designed to foster innovation and collaboration integrates clever technological solutions seamlessly into its executive desking solution by using, our Good Design award-winning Vada wall module system, artfully combined with our Swish electric sit-to-stand desk, create a stylish and efficiently engineered duo that optimises the executive workspace.

Leveraging the material's inherent strength, Vada delivers a clean and minimalist storage solution with customisable storage and display options, including interlocking shelves and cupboards that contribute to a sophisticated and efficient executive office setup.

In this executive space, our Halo table with a cantilever top provides a conducive environment for intimate discussions, effective collaboration, and swift decision-making within a private and controlled setting.

Surrounding the meeting table, our Alex chairs in charcoal cashmere not only enhance the aesthetic appeal but also elevates the executive's ability to lead efficient and focused meetings.

Together, these elements create a technologically advanced and ergonomically designed office environment that supports innovation and productivity.

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Step Into The Home Suite: Your Sanctuary For Productivity and Comfort

November 14, 2023

The Home Suite is the perfect blend of comfort and function, where group chats and casual catch-ups combine seamlessly with productivity, away from the buzz of the office.

Designed with relaxation and comfort in mind, the Home Suite offers space for casual interaction at our Chitchat coffee table and invites you to sink into our Arlo armchair for an escape from the hustle and bustle of the office.

Embracing soft curves and chic details, the Ava lounge features custom upholstery and encapsulates minimalist beauty, offering an effortless aesthetic.

Our carefully crafted joinery emphasises ample storage, balancing privacy behind cupboards with the openness of the overhead hanger for curated displays.

The incorporation of Laminex’s scallop wall lining introduces a textured dimension to the space by enhancing the monochromatic colour palette with subtle yet impactful depth.

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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.

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Working from Home? Take our Showroom Virtual Tour

March 31, 2020

Whilst our Sydney HQ and Melbourne showroom both remain open and are staffed with a skeleton team ready to help, we understand that, given the current situation, many of us are working from home and are trying our best to minimise the number of outings we undertake each day to help slow the spread.

If you are looking for office furniture and would like to see our complete offering from the comfort of your current work space, our showroom virtual tours are here to help.

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COVID-19 UPDATES

March 31, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic continues to evolve affecting our daily lives, including the way Australians work and run businesses.

The health and safety of our customers and employees are our priority. We are constantly monitoring the situation and following the latest government recommendations.

We will keep you updated on the latest changes and measures put into place on this page as the situation continues to develop and new decisions are being made. You can bookmark this page to find out more about the ever changing situation or contact us on 1800 1KROST or email us at sales@krost.com.au.

We wish you and your loved ones health and safety during these uncertain times.

22/04 - Update

All our services continue to operate and we are able to assist and supply our customers within our usual lead times. Precautionary measures are still in place to help keep our customers and employees safe.

Our showrooms in both Sydney and Melbourne are open to the public where social distancing measures are in practice.

Our factory, warehouse and operations (including drivers and installers) are still in full effect.

If you are unable to visit our showrooms, we also have a virtual tour available here where you can immerse yourself in our entire range from the comfort of your home or office.

31/03 - Update

In an effort to minimise the spread of the virus, following the delivery or installation of furniture, our teams will now be signing our electronic devices on behalf of our customers with their approval.

Additionally, the number of employees working from home has been increased to only leave a skeleton sales staff within our showrooms. All administrative functions are working from home.

If your office building is closed, please contact us to re-organise deliveries and installations. All manufacturing and current orders are on schedule.

26/03 - Update

Our NSW and VIC showrooms remain open with a split sales team ready to help and support our clients. Social distancing measures have been implemented and practiced by all our staff since 16/03. Both employees and customers are strongly encouraged to use hand sanitiser put at their disposal throughout the showroom and offices. .

The rest of our team for whom working from the office/showroom is not essential to their role, has been working from home since last week.

Our delivery and installation teams are all equipped with hand sanitiser, masks and gloves and are minimising contact with other on-site personnel.

16/03 - Update

As we continue to monitor and act on the impacts of COVID-19 through the guidance issued by the Australian Government Department of Health and the World Health Organisation, whilst our showrooms remain open and operations continue to run, we have enforced precautionary measures to help keep our employees and customers safe.

Click on our COVID-19 Policy below to find out more about the strategy Krost is implementing during this unprecedented time.

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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.

A New Addition To The Enzo Family

May 18, 2016

We are pleased to announce the arrival of the Enzo trolley, a new addition to our popular Enzo range.

Compact and modern, the Enzo side trolley is also extremely versatile. From cafeteria trolley, to under desk storage or as a side table, Enzo offers practical mobile storage.

Mounted on lockable castors, Enzo is easily moved around and keeps everything close at hand.

With two easy to clean polypropylene trays and available in black or white, Enzo inspires fun and creativity.

Featuring solid wooden beech legs, the Enzo trolley can be matched with a variety of our chairs for a perfectly on trend space.

To add some fun storage to your office, buy an Enzo now.

Activity Based Working: the alternative to the open vs closed offices debate?

May 5, 2016

In last week’s blog, we discussed the advantages and disadvantages of open and closed plan offices. Although open plan offices have been the popularised choice over the last few decades, both strategies have their benefits and there isn't a one size fits all solution.

Types of work performed by employees vary throughout the day and so does the environment they work in, from needing a quiet private space to concentrate to a collaborative space to brainstorm and think creatively.

With this, the more flexible concept of Activity Based Working has emerged which aims to give employees the best working environment for the task at hand.

What is Activity Based Working or ABW?

Activity Based Working supports the idea that a work space should be based on the type of work or “activity” that is undertaken by an employee. Therefore, the workspace should be designed accordingly and foster a number of varied spaces that allow for different activities to be performed at their best. For certain tasks employees will need to think creatively, for others they will need to collaborate and others to concentrate without any distractions. ABW implies that employees no longer have their own desk and become mobile, choosing their desk, room, work area depending on the work they need to achieve.

What are the benefits of ABW?

It allows people to perform at their best, increasing productivity and business efficiency by working in the most suitable space
It gives employees a sense of freedom, empowerment and trust
It increases interactions and team collaboration
Flexibility in where and how employees choose to work
Reduction in paper usage
Decrease in real estate costs by reducing the amount of desks and floor space needed
Increase in activity and chance meetings

What are the disadvantages of ABW?

Sense of loss: employees no longer have a space that feels like their own which they can personalise
Feeling exposed
Frequent desk relocations can waste time
Certain employees, often from older generations used to a more traditional work environment, may not respond well

What spaces should be created?

This highly depends on the industry you work in, your company culture and the employees’ needs. Careful consideration should be given when implementing ABW to ensure it meets your business strategy. A mix of collaborative spaces with team desks, quiet concentration rooms, phone booths and meeting rooms are the most common spaces seen in ABW. Other ideas range from leisure areas featuring table tennis and pool tables, media rooms and café style or lounge spaces encouraging impromptu and informal meetings, but there is really no limit to what you can do.

A few things to take into considerations before implementing Activity Based working

It is essential to have the right technology to support this model, including a fast and secure Wi-Fi connection so that staff can access the internet from anywhere at any time, a fully mobile telephone system.
You will need to consider transitioning to a paperless office
The initial cost of implementing ABW incurred by the office redesign and new furniture purchase

Is ABW for you?

Each business is unique and the reason for adopting ABW should be carefully considered. Activity Based Working presents a lot of advantages and could be the ultimate solution to providing the perfect workspace. Look at whether your current model is working, weigh up the benefits and disadvantages of Activity Based Working to help you decide whether it is the right solution for you. The truth is that most people resist change, it is therefore important to implement this new strategy in stages and to explain the reasons behind ABW and its benefits to the employees to facilitate the transition into a vastly different style.

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