Porto - A Refined Charm

Minimalism and sophistication upholstered in premium microfiber fabric defines the Porto chair, a new addition to our seating collection.

Useful in both classic and contemporary spaces, Porto’s continuous shell ensures comfort through its comfortable, but durable, high density padding.

Porto creates a versatile collection of functional pieces with a unique diamond stitching detail, complimented with splayed or round black steel legs. Available in coffee or charcoal upholstery, Porto is suited to any office environment.

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Find The Perfect Balance

With an increased emphasis on health and wellbeing in the workplace, the demand for products that promote active sitting is rising. Products like our Balance ottomans and stools improve circulation, increase core strength and keep muscles engaged throughout the day.

Simple in form and void of any extraneous details, balance is suitable for a wide range of applications. The streamline form, taking cues from the classic yoga ball has many health benefits as mentioned above.

Available in an ottoman or stool, Balance combines motion and comfort through its self-balancing base and upholstered seat. Its rubberised base also provides a secure grip on various floor surfaces ensuring it returns to its upright position.

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Bold With Benj

Designed to meet today’s modern lifestyle, the Benj lounge incorporates style, sophistication and functionality.

Benj’s modular shape blends clean and soft lines with a low, comfortable seat to suit contemporary interiors in a one, two and three seater.

Benj anchors any space through solid beech wooden legs, wool blend upholstery and high density padding.  

Available in light grey, charcoal or blue fabric, Benj can also be locally upholstered in any number of colours to customise your office.

Benj thoughtfully takes on design challenges like noisy offices and privacy, with a magnetically attached removable high back.

Shop the Benj lounge on our online store today, or visit our Mascot HQ to see the full range.

How To Maximise Space In A Small Office

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:

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.  

Enzo - The All-Encompassing Collection

Boasting a chic contemporary aesthetic the Enzo range of tables, trolleys and coat stands allow a seamless modern look to be extended throughout the entire office landscape. 

Enzo tables feature refined wooden beach legs in beech or black and are available in table and coffee table heights. Tops options include black, white or wood grain with a unique edge detail,  their minimalist profile ensuring practicality and flare.  

Enzo trolleys are another nifty addition often used as under desk storage, mobile side tables or simply a place to display belongings. With lockable castors, an option of black or white the trolley is supremely versatile. 

The final complement to the range is our favourite Enzo coat and hat stand. Boasting an attractive Scandinavian aesthetic, the stand makes it easy to keep coats, hats and scarves neatly organised in offices, waiting rooms or foyers. Contrasting a natural wood frame and a white painted finish, it features a heavy stone base for added stability even when loaded to full capacity.

Capturing understated brilliance and heightened flexibility, the enticing Enzo range instantly adds a touch of modernity to any workspace. 

The IDEA Awards Shortlist Is Announced!

As the official gold sponsor of the Interior Design Excellence Awards 2018 we are excited that the recipient shortlist is now live!

We spent an exciting night with A&D industry leaders at Canvas House in Melbourne where the candidates were revealed. Our Cooper chair was showcased for all to see.

We’re very excited to find out who will take out the gold medal this year, stay tuned for the awards in November!

See the shortlist here.

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THE IMPORTANCE OF ACOUSTICS IN AN OPEN OFFICE

With a shift from traditional cubicle style workstations to open plan offices, workplace acoustics should not be overlooked. Without acoustics barriers the energy of conversations, phones and keyboard click are amplified, which can lead to a decrease in productivity due to distractions.

Here are a 4 products that will help with the acoustics in your office:

1. Workstation Screens:
   Research has shown placing absorptive materials as close as possible to the noise source is most effective. Our Screenwork, Trak, Vast and Local screens are all partition systems which fit to workstations to assist in the reduction of noise reverberations.  Available in a number of sizes and heights, there is a screen to suit every business.

2. Partitions:
   Dividing areas with portable partitions allows offices to split space and section off noisier environments. Our Local and Scape screens are a simple, non-invasive solution to the issue of acoustics. Both screens feature an internal steel frame for added stability and can be inserted into any contemporary context.

3. Mitesco System:
   From acoustic screens and in ceiling panels to phone pods, the Mitesco range makes it possible to meet various acoustic exigencies. Made entirely of polyester which has excellent absorbent qualities, it is then bonded to the inner wadding forming a single body without a break. The screens and ceiling panels can be mounted to the wall or ceiling to absorb further sound.

4. High Lounges:
   Creating spaces specifically for privacy and louder conversations can also assist in reducing noise in the office. Our Hush and Benj lounges feature high backs with high density padding to absorb sound. Doubling as a collaborative space or privacy area, both lounges are a perfect acoustic solution.

Our 2018 Catalogue is a Finalist in The Australasian Catalogue Awards

We're excited to share that our 2018 office furniture catalogue has been nominated as a finalist in the Australasian Catalogue Awards in two categories: Office Supplies and Megalogues!

It's a great honour to have our work recognised by industry experts, this year marking our 4th consecutive year as finalists. We're looking forward to the awards night on the 7th of September, hopefully we can take out another win!

If you haven't seen our catalogue yet, you can view it online or request a copy to be mailed to you by sending us your details here.

KROST CELEBRATES JEANS FOR GENES DAY

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

Free Delivery on All Sydney & Melbourne Orders!

We’re excited to announce that we are now offering free delivery for orders of any value to Sydney and Melbourne metro areas.  

Visit our store for all our quick ship items or contact us to make your order today!

*Delivery charges for locations outside these areas will be calculated at checkout

WALK THIS WAY, TALK THIS WAY

With the average worker spending up to 9 hours a day at their desk, research has found integrating walking meetings into your work culture can have huge health benefits and increase efficiency. Here are a few reasons why your office should make the change:

1. Employee Health:
   Walking meetings allow employees to unplug, energise and introduce physical activity into their daily routine, reducing the health consequences of sitting all day. Studies suggest 30 minutes a day of walking can have a significant impact, so why not carry it out with ordinary meetings?

2. Increased Collaboration:
   Moving away from the more traditional setting of a conference room breaks down the organisational hierarchy of roles and promotes free thinking. Walking side by side or in a group reinforces teamwork, supporting cognitive engagement and focus.

3. Improves Creativity:
   Research suggests nature and changes of scenery promotes divergent thinking for employees. Different environments can inspire new ideas and problem solving, not only on the walk but also afterwards.  

The rise in a sedentary lifestyle has led to workers becoming conscious of their health.  By replacing time spent at their desk with more active exercises, physical and mental wellbeing will improve. While not all meetings are suitable to be taken outside, knowing your intention or goal for the outcome will help determine whether it is appropriate for you or not.

Alex Chairs - Streamlined Perfection

Enhance your workspace with Alex, a swivel chair that boasts sleek aesthetics and uncompromised attention to detail.

Characterised by a four star polished aluminium base, generously padded seat and a unique stitching detail, Alex is visually pleasing and comfortable too.

Available in charcoal fabric or black leather upholstery, Alex perfectly compliments any collaboration space.

View Alex in our Mascot HQ or buy it online here.