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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 "Without this, spaces risk becoming outdated."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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Watch the Full Panel Discussion on Designing for Workplace Wellness

September 6, 2023

We are excited to announce that you can now watch the full length video of the IDEA Gold Medal panel discussion on ‘Designing for Workplace Wellness’ in partnership with Australian Design Review.

The discussion was held at our West Melbourne showroom and featured a panel of experts from the architecture and design community. Panellists included Rob Backhouse, IDEA Gold medal winner and chair of Hassell, Sue Fenton, Woods Bagot senior associate and IDEA jury member, Emily Carter, 30UNDER30 alumni and PTID senior interior designer, and Carly Krost, design manager at Krost, moderated by ADR’s editorial director, Emily Rayner.

The panellists discussed the importance of designing workplaces that promote employee’s health and productivity. They also shared insights on how to create spaces that are comfortable, stimulating, and conducive to collaboration.

Watch the full discussion below to hear the panellist's thoughts on designing for workplace wellness.

(Photo Credit: Nada Marie - Commercial Photographer)

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Insightful Night Discussing Designing for Workplace Wellness with Incredible Panellists

August 2, 2023

We recently had the privilege to host the IDEA Gold medal panel discussion on ‘Designing for Workplace Wellness’ in partnership with Australian Design Review (ADR). Our incredible panellists included Rob Backhouse, IDEA Gold medal winner and chair of Hassell, Sue Fenton, Woods Bagot senior associate and IDEA jury member, Emily Carter, 30UNDER30 alumni and PTID senior interior designer, and our very own design manager, Carly Krost.

 
 

Hosted in our West Melbourne showroom, the event gathered guests from the Architecture and Design community all interested in hearing our panellists’ experts thoughts on the topic.

Moderated by ADR’s editorial director, Emily Rayner, the discussion included various aspects of workplace design and its impact on employees' well-being. The panellists recognised that the traditional approach of simply building offices and expecting people to come to work no longer works. Instead, they emphasised the importance of incorporating elements of wellness into the workspace to foster a positive work culture.

 
 

They stressed the importance of understanding individual needs and taking a customised approach. There is no longer a one size fits all solution for workplace design. They emphasized the significance of listening and understanding the specific needs of individuals in the workspace. Designers should consider factors like accessibility, mental well-being, neurodiversity, lifestyle and sensory elements when creating office environments.

Following the talk, guests were invited to a beautiful Italian themed dinner including a pasta station served out of an impressive cheese wheel.

 
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Our team then guided them around our 2600m2 showroom where they could view and feel our entire collection of products on display.

 
 

We’d like to thank our panellists for sharing their time and thoughts with us, our partner Australian Design Review for helping us put together such an incredible event, our team, and of course our wonderful guests for joining us in a fun and insightful evening.

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

(Photo Credit: Nada Marie - Commercial Photographer)

 
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