With 5 different earthy coloured covers, the pages of our latest annual catalogue feature a host of new products and workplace furniture ideas, exploring the latest trends in commercial spaces.
Our new ranges, spanning across desking and table ranges, screens, reception counter, storage and seating are curated to best suit a modern approach to office landscapes.
Designed around the evolving nature in which we work, our collection has been curated to fit into a wide range of commercial applications. Combine and customise our designs in new fabrics and finishes to create unique tailored solutions, transforming your office into a multi-functional space that caters to endless working styles.
And the IDEA Gold Medal Winner is...
Congratulations to Meryl Hare, founder of Hare + Klein Interior Design, for taking the Gold Medal at the 2020 Idea Awards last Friday.
It was with great honour that we joined Australian Design Review for the 3rd consecutive year to announce the Gold Medal Winner at the much anticipated party of the year.
This special award recognises a person who has made an influential and enduring contribution to Australian design culture over the course of their career.
The judges remarked on Meryl Hare’s more than three decades in the industry and incredible contribution, particularly to residential spaces, which bring joy to those who inhabit her creations.
We’d like to congratulate Meryl for her outstanding work and career, along with all the winners and participants and thank them for their patience in such uncertain times.
Click here to view the 2020 winners.
Swish Height Adjustable Workstations Receive An AFRDI Green Tick
We’re thrilled to share that our Swish height adjustable workstations have been awarded with a Level A Platinum Australian Furniture Research & Development Institute (AFRDI) Green tick certification, the highest level of AFRDI certification.
Swish was put forward for rigorous commercial testing and successfully met all of the requirements of the AFRDI Standard 150:2012 Sustainability Standard - Commercial Furniture. Green tick products are proudly recognised by the Green Building Council of Australia and are deemed compliant with the the Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) and Formaldehyde Minimisation credits in Green Star rating tools.
Our other AFDRI Green tick products include:
Keywork Workstations, Benchwork Workstations, Benchwork Desks, Miro S Chairs & Noma Chairs
Swish also boasts an AFRDI Blue tick certification, our other Blue tick products include:
Keywork Workstations, Benchwork Workstations, Benchwork Desks, Miro S Chairs, Noma Chairs, Vast Workstations, Space Chairs, Future ll Chairs, Ace Chairs, Koko Chairs, Alex Chairs, Sonic Task Chair, Hana Task Chair, Kobi Sled Base Chairs and Stools, Wing Chairs, Flow Chairs, & Logic Monitor arms
With an abundance of Blue and Green certified products, we are fully equipped with quality commercial products for every application.
Ted - An Effortless Addition
A striking chair nuanced with soft lines and curves, from a contoured back to a classic round leg profile, Ted offers aesthetic sensibility from every angle.
Combining a plywood seat with a solid ash timber frame and seamless details, Ted combines natural materials with smart engineering. Versatile in design, Ted is available in natural ash and walnut, black or white stained wood with an optional seat pad in matching colours.
Ted is a thoughtful balance of elements that creates an intricate and contemporary experience for an array of landscapes.
Find out more here or shop Ted today on our online store.
Carly Krost and IDEA Chat All Things Awards and Post-Covid Office Design Trends
As a Gold Medal Sponsor for the 3rd consecutive year and in anticipation of the 2020 IDEA Awards gala, Carly Krost, our A&D manager, was interviewed by Australian Design Review to chat about the upcoming awards and the office design trends in a post-Covid normal.
We’d like to take this opportunity to congratulate all participants for persevering through a particularly challenging year and presenting awe-inspiring entries that have without a doubt made it incredibly difficult for the judges to select the shortlisted candidates.
Each year, we continue to be amazed by the astonishing achievements of the design community around Australia, setting itself as a leader in the global field and cannot wait to reveal the 2020 Gold Medal winner.
Click here to read the full interview.
Our 2020 Catalogue is a Finalist in the Real Media Awards!
We are very excited to announce that our 2020 Catalogue has been nominated as a finalist in the Real Media Awards in two categories: Office Supplies and Direct Mail - Under 100,000 Units.
It's a great honour to have our work recognised by industry experts, this year marking our 6th consecutive year as finalists.
Winners will be announced in a virtual event on Thursday 10 December and we can’t wait to find out who the winners are!
Solutions for a Safe, Healthy and Productive Workplace
As we are all trying to navigate the current situation, offering employees a safe workplace to return to is at the top of employers’ priorities.
Essential measures such as physical distancing and increased cleaning and hand washing routines have now become the new norm.
While organisations such as Safe Work Australia and the World Health Organization recommend modifying office layouts to respect physical distance guidelines, they also acknowledge that spacial or task specific restraints mean that updating current furniture may not always be an option. In those instances, they suggest applying additional protective barriers such as screens or sneeze guards.
This is why we have developed a range of screen products that can be easily installed onto existing furniture, adding an extra layer of protection for employees and visitors.
From free standing solutions to clamp mechanisms and full screen systems, we can help you choose the right solutions for a safer workplace.
Tricentis: Epitome of Industrial Design
Located in the heart of Surry Hills, Sydney, Tricentis’ office is the epitome of industrial design. Ciara Tapia Design successfully emphasises the original architecture of the building by choosing a clean black and white colour palette that perfectly complements the industrial features.
The new office summarises the essence of a modern workspace. From our Swish electric height adjustable workstations in the open office to our Keywork counter tables in the meeting/training rooms, the space is designed to break sedentary behaviours.
Collaboration in all its forms is made possible through various formal and informal settings. Our Dart rectangle table brings the team together in the meeting room while its round sibling gathers people in the office kitchen for casual chats. Our Hush high back lounges are paired with a Dart coffee table, creating a private space for solo work or one-on-one meetings.
Haven for photographer Sebastian Mrugalski, Tricentis office has been carefully designed to create a functional and practical space for the team while paying homage to the heritage of the building.
Elki - The Synthesis of Success
Combining natural elements and superior visuals, the Elki range of workstations, tables and desks is designed to accentuate any workspace.
Characterised by beautiful tapered solid timber legs with a strong framework construction, Elki fuses material richness and structural rigidity to create a contemporary commercial design.
Available in a host of configurations from single desks and spine modules to large scale workbenches and all types of tables, Elki’s striking aesthetics can be carried throughout the entire office landscape.
The flexible system also incorporates height adjustable feet and a convenient cable management system, helping to keep workspaces organised.
With a choice between natural, white or black stained wooden legs and endless options for top finishes , Elki incorporates the subtle details that create a long-lasting impression.
Contact us to find out more about Elki today.
The Inc Family is Expanding with Recycled Wood Composite Shells
Our Inc chairs have had a makeover and are now available in 3 new trendy colours: pink, green and sand.
The new shell is a blend of recycled wood composite and polypropylene, giving it a textured, flecked look and an organic finish.
Available with the same chrome, natural or black painted wooden legs, these new additions will find their place into lunch rooms, waiting rooms and breakout areas alike.
Check out the full collection here or shop Inc today on our online store.
Cobbleworks: A Modern Oasis
Spread over two levels in the heart of Sydney, Cobbleworks’ recently fitted out offices are a penchant for light, tactility and materiality. Located in an industrial style building, the interiors feature a mixture of original and contemporary style finishes, creating the perfect juxtaposition of architecture and furniture.
Designed to elevate the furniture in the space, black accents mixed with natural stone like finishes are seen on our Keywork counter table, paired with Zorro stools welcoming you upon entry.
Cohesive in theme, the first office space features the same colourways as seen on our Uno table in the kitchen area, surrounded by Madi chairs. Additionally, in a little nook next to this our Halo counter table with Zorro stools tie in to create a comfortable breakout area for staff.
Similar in finishes but different in layout, the second office includes Uno counter tables on castors with Zorro stools allowing them to be moved around to facilitate a variety of settings from collaboration to relaxation.
With a focus on the evolving nature of the way we work and the relationship between the user and their environment in an open plan office, Cobbleworks office provides highly flexible and versatile solutions. Moving throughout this space, our Hugo lounges and Sofi hexagon ottomans in a trendy mustard upholstery come together to form soft seating areas. Our Sofi ottomans are mobile in design, allowing for staff to move and create their own work areas based on their needs and requirements.
Arched windows frame the building allowing natural light to flood the rooms. Situated underneath these are a variety of seating and coffee table settings, including our Madi chairs paired with the Maya coffee table, Jena chairs paired with the Drum coffee table and Sofi ottomans coupled with the Oscar coffee table, allowing staff and visitors to interact in a casual environment.
For more focused individual work, the offices feature a mixture of desks with black accents and florentine walnut tops including Benchwork and Swish workstations. Matched with Local acoustic screens, Sparki above desk power, Miro chairs, Balance stools, Globe pedestals and Globe sliding door cupboards for storage, a workspace which enhances productivity, dynamism and employee well being is established.
The meeting rooms do not stray from the theme used throughout the open plan office. Contrasted against exposed brick and natural timber flooring, our Dart table and Alex chairs combine to create a contemporary environment, perfect for more formal settings. For more informal and collaborative purposes, smaller meeting rooms feature our Halo table and Madi chairs.
Cobbleworks’ offices consider the different working environments for the modern employee. Providing various settings that focus on connection, collaboration and comfort by the curation of furniture, finishes and aesthetic.
And the winner is....Vada!
We are very excited and proud to announce that Vada is a Good Design Award winner!
The prestigious award is known internationally and has been recognising excellence in design and innovation for over 60 years.
Hundreds of products entered the awards and were put through rigorous testing and a comprehensive evaluation process over the last few months.
The Good Design Awards Jury praised Vada, commenting: “A simple and elegant design, this product creates a nice backdrop for storage in an office environment. It's a good way to bring the efficiencies of shop fixtures and trade-show management into the home.”
Designed in-house and released earlier this year, our new storage and display system is highly flexible and customisable. Storage units, including floating shelves, open and hinge door cupboards, are slotted into one or multiple wall units creating a clean and minimalist storage piece. Cleverly engineered using the material’s natural strength, Vada uses minimum componentry and features a removable kickboard allowing access and mounting of electrical devices to the wall modules.
The simple yet refined system offers a highly flexible, interchangeable product locally made and available in a range of finishes well suited for storage and displays in executive offices, boardrooms and other commercial applications.
For more information on Vada, visit our website or contact our team.
Click here to check out the Good Design Award Winners.
