We hope you’ve enjoyed the snapshots of our history over last two weeks, here are the last ones. Enjoy!
Krost Archive Photos – Part 2
After such a great response to last week’s images, we’re excited to show you more! We love the history in every photo, from the steel desks and chairs to vintage decor, 70′s blow waves and flare pants!
Krost Archive Photos – Part 1
Check out the awesome pics that we found in our archives. It’s amazing to see how things have changed over the last 50 years. With all the retro office furniture, decor and fashion, you could be mistaken for thinking you’re on the set of a Mad Men episode.
Stay tuned for more cool images next week.
Create Engaging Meetings
Have you seen the info pages we included in our 2014 catalogue? There’s info on ergonomics, acoustics and choosing the right furniture. For those that haven’t received a copy here’s a look at of one of the articles with 6 surefire guidelines to ensure your meetings are a success!
1. Integrate technology with interactive presentations
2. Utilise whiteboards, glass boards and pinboards for brainstorming
3. Make sure acoustics are appropriate
4. Use furniture appropriate to the formality of the meeting
5. Warm colours are suitable to for creative areas and neutral tones create a peaceful atmosphere
6. Set a time duration for the meeting and stick to it
To get your copy of our 2014 Office Furniture catalogue, click here and we’ll mail you a copy or you can also view it online.
Add Lounges to Your Workspace
If you want to create a more relaxed workspace then you should consider incorporating lounges throughout your workspace.
They are a fantastic way to encourage collaboration, host informal meetings and give employees a place to unwind on their lunch break.
Traditionally lounges were used just in reception areas however these days the right lounge can be used effectively almost anywhere from breakout rooms, to open-planned spaces to executive offices.
Things to consider when choosing the ideal lounge include ensuring the look, colour and type of upholstery gels with your branding. Other things to consider include the comfort level, likely lifespan of the lounge and whether it includes warranty.
We offer traditional lounges but also more unique commercial solutions like our Hush (in 2 heights),Lani. You can check out all our lounges here.
JAM session
Our new Jam table was designed with the idea of encouraging people to gather around and share ideas, stories and host informal meetings.
Jam features 80mm thick construction on all sides and is available in 2 heights, seated (720mm) or standing (1050mm) and comes in a wide range of sizes. It is constructed in separate pieces so access into difficult spaces or highrise offices isn’t a problem.
It is the perfect companion to our Pac stools, Tang, Inc or Zorro chairs and is available in melamine or veneer finishes. The Jam is the ideal piece for your breakout space.
Case Study: East Sydney Private Hospital
When the directors of the soon to be opened East Sydney Private Hospital were faced with the task of furnishing their brand new Woolloomooloo premises they approached us to provide a solution.
Their objective was to find furniture that is adaptable, durable and aesthetically pleasing whilst also readily available for an easy and speedy installation.
Our Spyder chairs are the main attraction, being used right throughout the wards, waiting areas and patient rooms. Duo chairs, Tex lounges and Ice coffee tables were used in reception areas to create a comfy waiting space. Miro chairs were used behind all specialist and administration desks whilst Industrial Operators chairs were placed in the surgery rooms.
The colour palette perfectly complimented the hospital’s branding with all the upholstery chosen throughout being done in grey and burgundy tones in a fabric suitable for a healthcare environment.
Happy Easter!
Can you believe it’s that time of year already? We’d like to wish you and your families a safe and happy Easter break. We hope you fill your bellies with loads of delicious chocolate and enjoy a well deserved long weekend. Cheers!
Need New Furniture But Don’t Want To Exhaust Your Budget?
With our new rental option you’ll be able to fill your office with all the new furniture you need whilst still keeping your capital budget intact for other investments.
With no lump sum payment required, you can rent our furniture for a small monthly charge and at the end of the agreed term you can choose whether to upgrade to newer furniture or purchase the furniture outright for a fraction of the price.
Another great thing is that you’re eligible for 100% finance with no property or business security required and the payments are cost-effective and fully tax deductible.
Give us a call to discuss whether this flexible payment solution is suitable for your business.
Making a Bold Statement
This trendy new office overlooking St Mary’s Cathedral in Sydney has been transformed into a perfectly contemporary and sophisticated workspace using a simple yet effective colour palette.
Designed by The Bold Collective, the clever selection of predominantly black and white colours made a distinct impact on the space. The furniture included our Benchwork workstations, black Globe pedestals and our brand new Miro task chair.
Black Dart legs featured in other areas including the boardrooms and offices. The unique design of the leg perfectly complimented the style of the office with its glass partitions, black trims and beautiful light pine flooring throughout the reception.
Other products included Melamine Lockers, Universal Storage, Tambour Door units, Sonic chairs andBop ottomans, all carefully collaborating to create a bold and unique look.
Welcoming Dart Coffee Tables to our Dart Collection
The Dart Coffee Tables are another distinct addition to our 2014 collection. Inspired by our Dart Meeting Tables, the coffee tables exude a bold yet sophisticated aesthetic, making them ideal for a variety of applications.
Characterised by splayed tripod steel legs and powder coated in black or white, the unique industrial-chic tables are right on trend .
Available with either 500mm or 700mm diameter shark nose tops the Dart Coffee Tables sit comfortably at the centre of a lounge arrangement or perfectly as a side table.
With our Dart Meeting Tables becoming an instant success over the past year, we’re excited to see Dart Coffee Table follow in it’s footsteps!
6 Signs That it’s Time to Invest in New Office Furniture
1. Spike in Health Issues - You’ve started to receive more and more complaints from office staff about back and neck aches and pains. This often points to your chairs not offering a sufficient level of support. With OH&S regulations increasing, ergonomic chairs are essential, your task chairs should be equipped with intelligent mechanisms that can be adjusted to provide a tailored posture and lumbar support. Older chairs just can’t compare to modern chairs that are scientifically developed to suit the type of work in the tech-savvy 21st century workplace.
2. Your Furniture is Tatty, Dated or Malfunctioning – If you’ve got anything from a peeling leather lounge, bulky executive chair, broken filing cabinet or chairs that were on trend back in the 80’s then it’s time for an update. Keeping your office fully functional and contemporary is essential for a successful business. Employees will become frustrated with tired and tatty furniture.
3. Your Furniture Doesn’t Suit Your Brand– Your furniture speaks a lot about your company, if it’s old and outdated it leaves the door open for negative assumptions to be formed about the quality of your products and services. Have a read of our ‘first impressions count’ blog to learn some ways to influence positive impressions with your office furniture. The colour, quality and aesthetics of your furniture should be carefully selected to represent your branding.
4. The Office is A Mess –You’ve got paperwork lying around everywhere and need a good 15 minutes to find that important file you need for your next meeting! Many people find it hard to stay organised, mostly due to the lack of good storage methods available to them. Incorporate some filing cabinets, pedestals and paper trays into your office and you’ll automatically see a change. With a plethora of different storage units on the market you’ll have no trouble finding something to suit your requirements.
5. You’re Running Out of Space – Your company has grown and in turn your employees have multiplied. If that’s the case it’s certainly time to stop squeezing as many staff into the limited amount of desks you’ve had since 5 years ago. Consider getting recommendations from a furniture professional about how you can redesign your office layout to cater for your growing business.
6. Low employee morale – There can be an endless list of reasons for low morale, but don’t let yourfurniture be one. Consider giving your employees an upgraded breakout area, giving your employees a nice place to eat lunch and relax will encourage friendships and build a better vibe in the office. Providing a quality, clean, modern and ergonomic office to your employees will reinforce that you care for them and their wellbeing.