Ocean Bound Plastics, also known as “Abandoned Plastic Waste”, are uncontrolled plastics at risk of ending up in our oceans. These include microplastics, mezzo-plastics, and macro-plastics, mainly collected from coastal areas.
With an ambition centered on offering durable products through advanced and sustainable manufacturing, Krost is at the forefront of this initiative. Driving the movement towards cleaner oceans, we give new life to plastic waste at high risk of polluting the oceans, by integrating ocean-bound plastics (OBP) into our product designs.
Our OBP material is now recognised by a third-party audited OBP Certification Program, launched by Zero Plastics Oceans & Control Union. It ensures that every step, from collection to recycling process, meets the highest social and environmental standards.
We are proud to introduce our OBP certified product range with the Poppi chairs and stools as part of our dedication to the environment. All the entire shell of each Poppi, is crafted from certified OBP through mechanical recycling processes. We aim to help divert tons of plastic waste into functional and high-quality seating solutions that support both people and the planet.
Our OBP collection is strictly audited and compliant with the Global Recycled Standard (GRS 4.0), showcasing that our commitment to sustainability is measurable and continually improving year after year.
At Krost, we look towards a future where every product has a positive impact.
Discover our seating solutions here and be a part of the change.
Embracing Human-Centric Design: A Path to Enhanced Usability and Experience
Human-centric design is an approach to problem-solving that places the people we're designing for at the heart of the process.
At Krost, we prioritise user needs and behaviours when designing new products. This focus on the user creates spaces that enhance comfort, productivity, and emotional well-being.
We design furniture with adaptable layouts and features that accommodate various abilities and lifestyles. This ensures accessibility and inclusivity for all occupants.
From flexible workstations that seamlessly transform into meeting tables to ergonomic seating options that accommodate diverse activities, we provide value-driven solutions tailored to our clients' evolving needs.
Our goal is to keep users' wants, pain points, and preferences at the forefront of every phase of the process.
Human-centric design isn't just a feel-good philosophy, it's an effective business strategy. By creating spaces that empower people, businesses can foster a more productive and engaged workforce.
Ultimately, human-centric design is about more than just creating spaces; it's about empowering individuals. Recognising that when people feel valued and supported, they thrive.
Explore how we showcase human-centric design below and view our product range here.
Krost 2024 Catalogue Out Now!
Introducing our 2024 collection and 35th edition of our catalogue!
We are excited to announce the launch of our 2024 catalogue featuring a curated selection of furniture that reflects our commitment of human-centric design.
Discover our new product range including tables, seating, storage, and accessories. Each item embodies our philosophy of crafting spaces that prioritise the well-being and productivity of individuals.
Experience the future of workplace design by browsing our 2024 catalogue online or secure your copy today!
Krost's Sydney Office Update With 3D Tour: A Blueprint For Workplace Design
Our latest Sydney office renovation was more than just an aesthetic upgrade, it's a reflection of modern work culture —flexible, intuitive, and inherently human-centric. To achieve this, we set our goal to design a space that caters to diverse work styles, settings and needs.
Throughout the space, strategically placed meeting and breakout rooms foster collaboration and spontaneous interactions. Our Remi counter table serves as a hub for impromptu catch-ups, while the curve of our Sofi ottomans create a welcoming space for informal chats.
Each room is named and can be easily booked in our calendar system:
The Loft - A feature collaborative space in our Mascot office, carefully designed to offer a dynamic environment tailored for both brief stand-up huddles and teamwork-driven sessions.
The Arena - Embodies our commitment to being at the forefront of furniture design and innovation by integrating modern tech into specially designed, functional furniture.
The Hub - A quiet space that offers a refreshing change from the workstation zone, providing a focused work environment for teams looking for a change.
The Home Suite - A perfect blend of comfort and function, where private chats and casual catch-ups combine seamlessly with productivity, away from the buzz of the office.
The Booth - Intentionally designed to nurture a collaborative and undistracted environment, perfect for brief touchpoints or extensive brainstorming sessions.
The Nook - For hyper-focused task immersion, tailored for small offices, it cleverly maximises efficiency without compromising on style.
Highlighted in the centre of the office is our new Clic workstation, featuring a sleek black rounded profile and a Coastal Oak Woodmatt worktop from Polytec. To enhance privacy and infuse greenery into the workspace, we've incorporated custom joinery planter boxes that elegantly divide the workstations, as well as our Cubby planters at the foot of the desks.
Our open workstation area is equipped with Archi chairs, meticulously crafted for supreme ergonomic comfort and flexibility. Complementing this setup is a dynamic hot desking spine, flanked by planter box lockers. This not only introduces a touch of greenery but also provides personalised storage for our staff.
Experience our complete office transformation from beginning to end here and explore our Sydney showroom today through the immersive 3D tour below.
Browse through photos of our updated office below.
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A New Era Of Sophistication In The Studio Office
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
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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2023 Idea Gold Medalist Winner: Adam Goodrum
We recently had the pleasure of sponsoring the Gold Medal award, for the 6th time, at the 2023 Interior Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) at the Centennial Homestead in Sydney, an occasion that celebrates Australia's most talented designers and architects and showcases the nation's most exceptional studios, practices and projects of the year.
We extend our congratulations to Adam Goodrum from Adam Goodrum Studio for winning the Gold Medal award this year and applaud his incredible work in furniture, product and interior design.
The Gold Medal Award is renowned for its recognition of an individual designer who has made a lasting and transformative impact on Australian design culture throughout their career.
Members of the IDEA jury individually nominate candidates for this award and this year named industrial designer Adam Goodrum as the Gold Medallist.
View all of the 2023 IDEA winners here.
The Executive Suite: A Timeless Design for the Modern Professional
The Executive Suite is a classically designed office space, tailored to suit a range of professionals seeking both style and functionality.
Highlighted within the suite is our Oslo executive desk, featuring a return and return end pedestal, accompanied by a modesty panel for enhanced privacy and a sophisticated aesthetic.
Adjacent to the executive desking, a casual yet inviting breakout seating space, complete with our Ava lounges and Oslo coffee table. This area provides an ideal setting for meaningful conversations and the cultivation of valuable connections.
Boasting clean lines and intelligent storage solutions, including our Universal hinge door cupboard, filing cabinets, and floating shelves, our Executive Suite empowers users to organise their workflow seamlessly, without compromising on style.
The combination of classic design and contemporary comfort ensures that this executive workspace not only meets but exceeds the expectations of a modern professional.
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Exploring Dynamic Workspace Design In The Nook
The Nook is for hyper-focused task immersion, tailored for small offices, it cleverly maximises efficiency without compromising on style.
The Nook integrates our Universal storage system to maximise organisation and allows for personal storage that can be lockable, enabling easy desk sharing or private office use.
Our Swish Executive height adjustable desk offers a dynamic workspace, allowing the user to take a break from static working and choose how to activate while still completing tasks.
Our furniture plays a pivotal role in enhancing work environments, seamlessly combining functionality with aesthetics to create spaces that inspire productivity and innovation.
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The Booth: Where Ideas And Connections Grow
The Booth is intentionally designed to nurture a collaborative and focused environment, perfect for brief touchpoints or extensive brainstorming sessions.
Serene green hues, reminiscent of nature, instil a sense of calm and peace in The Booth, crucial for creating an oasis for secluded collaboration.
We have strategically incorporated sound-absorbing Autex acoustic panels to ensure undisturbed discussions and Laminex surround wall lining to add spatial layering and a touch of sophistication to the collaborative space.
The Booth's dynamic ambiance is further enhanced by our Sofi lounges, integrated with Konnexus power solutions, allowing participants to stay comfortable and connected throughout meetings.
Our sleek Halo bullet-shaped table blends functionality with aesthetics, while our Logic docking station seamlessly integrates technology into the collaborative workspace.
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Step Into The Home Suite: Your Sanctuary For Productivity and Comfort
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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The Hub: Adding Superpowered Collab Zones into the Workspace
The Hub is a multifaceted space that offers a refreshing change from the workstation zone, providing a focused work environment for teams looking for a change.
Designed as a sit-to-stand breakout space, the centrepiece of The Hub is our Swish desk, aimed for dual users to power through tasks together. With the inclusion of large monitors there is excellent virtual as well as physical space for tasks to be processed optimally.
One of the essential features of The Hub is our Idea whiteboard, essential for brainstorming and creative team building. Sleek and modern storage is provided by our Sash wall shelf and Universal coat cupboard, creating a neat and organised space for personal belongings.
To further enhance the user experience, we have incorporated our comfortable Taro armchair as breakout soft seating. This provides a welcoming spot for additional discussions and interactions, ensuring that The Hub is not just a space for work, but also for meaningful connections.
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