Hot of the press and straight onto your coffee table, our latest ad in Indesign magazine is out now.
Featuring an aesthetically pleasing open office space with all your furniture needs and a bold headline SPEED. SOLUTIONS. SATISFACTION.
The campaign highlights our 30 year milestone and what it means to be a Krost customer.
The Globe range offers a practical storage solution for any environment. Providing tidy storage for files, tools and stationery, each piece features a durable powder coated steel construction.
The Globe under desk drawer, mobile pedestal and caddy fit flush under any workstation or desk and offer a variety of filing and stationery drawer solutions. The caddy includes an adjoining tambour cupboard for added storage.
If you’re after larger storage, our Globe Tambour & Globe Sliding Door Cupboards are available in various dimensions and can be adapted to fit any space. The articulated design allows for easy access without impeding on your floor space. Featuring adjustable shelves for various functions, they can be used within any setting.
Whether you’re creating a cool or distinct palette, the Globe range is available in a powder coated white or black finish.
Shop the full range on our store today.
Crafting the perfect entry or waiting area is important as it is an opportunity to make a lasting first impression for visitors. Recently, Georges River Council undertook a project for Kogarah Library, where each space was fitted out in an eclectic and diverse style.
Upon entry to Kogarah library, you are greeted by a large, light filled open space before moving into the main area. In one section, our Zorro chairs upholstered in two shades of blue fabric are paired with the Halo table, creating simple yet effective working areas.
Continuing on with the contrasting blue theme, our Cali chairs group together to form pods of soft seating for a more relaxed or informal meeting area. Georges River Council created a workspace with an open-ended environment by adding our Keywork Counter Table with Zorro Stools for individual or focused work. Each section can be modified or rearranged for visitors to create their own space based on their needs or requirements.
Thoughtful in design, Kogarah Library addresses the nuances of different seating arrangements based on their location. Situated across from the service desks are our Sofi ottomans in a mixture of curved and square shapes to form a continuous line of seating. Upholstered in the same blues as the Zorro and Cali chairs paired with our Byte Side Table, a bold and energetic pattern is created in contrast with the green carpeting.
Special consideration for visitors and their range of needs within the library is evident in the variety of settings provided. By allowing freedom and flexibility within the space, one is able to utilise it to its best ability whilst maintaining a level of comfortability.
The time has come to clear our warehouse to make room for all our exciting new 2019 products.
With hundreds of discounted products from office chairs to tables, reception counters, storage and accessories, now is the time to head over to our online clearance store to get your hands on a bargain. With up to 70% off original prices and limited stock only, there is no time to waste.
Visit our online store today!
*Delivery to Sydney areas only. Stock may not always be in as new condition
When it comes to crafting the ultimate office, staying ahead of the trends ensures that your space is designed with longevity and functionality in mind. To help you make sense of what’s to come in the commercial space our research has highlighted the following:
Softer Design - Residential influence is becoming even stronger, furniture and offices are taking on a homely style. Commercial furniture is quickly responding to the trend with the emergence of soft lines, luxe fabrics and cozy colours.
Demand for Experience driven spaces - The demand for social spaces will extend throughout 2019. Facilities that encourage staff to have fun such as table tennis tables, coffee bars, exercise zones and courtyards are highly sought after.
Colours - Coral takes the win for Pantone colour of the year and we expect to see it more along with tones such as blush, khaki, navy, softer blues, yellow and emerald green. Natural and earthy colours will also ring through 2019 with greys, beiges, whites, burnt oranges and tans.
Standing Desks - They’re here to stay, the industry recognises the importance of health and wellbeing, with the focus on ergonomics still remaining strong.
Advanced Task Chairs - They’re getting better and better, in terms of aesthetics and comfort. Chairs with supreme functionality such as automatic tension control, core equalisers and greater adjustment options will be at the forefront.
Working From Home Arrangements - Calling for employers to ensure that their staff have an adequate set up at home to be the most productive. Do they have the right chair? Desk? Monitor arms? Technology?
Wire Up - Nowadays employees have higher expectations when it comes to technology so avoid frustrations and ensure that your office is equipped with all the right power accessories. Consider USB charging, laptop holders and more GPO’s.
Pods & Zones - Pods and working zones were rampant at the lastest Orgatec. We expect to see this trickle through with more emphasis on quiet rooms with soft furniture, furniture with acoustic materials and the high back lounge trend to stick around.
The De-cluttering movement - Everyone’s talking about Marie Kondo - the organisational guru, her movement is taking the world by storm. Capture the trend by encouraging staff to be organised, offer sufficient storage, filing systems and online cloud storage.
Plants - From a small cactus on a desk to lush vertical gardens, integrating nature in the office will still be very much on trend in 2019. Studies have also shown that offices with plants are known to be more productive. Read more about office plants here.
The team at Krost would like to wish you a Happy New Year! We hope you had a wonderful holiday season and are ready to tackle 2019.
We have reopened and are ready to assist with all your office furniture needs. Come and visit our Mascot HQ or head onto our online store today for a quick purchase.
We have a huge year ahead, from the upcoming release of our 2019 catalogue to a host of exciting new products and a some exciting new projects we can’t wait to reveal.
We look forward to working closely with you through 2019 and beyond.
Thank you for your support throughout the year. We wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
We're looking forward to 2019, It's our 30th anniversary and we've got lots planned including a host of new products and the release of our 2019 catalogue.
We will be closed from December 24th and will reopen on January 7th. We hope you have a great break and look forward to hearing from you in the New Year. Until then, eat well and rest up.
As the end of the year draws near and you start to scratch your head about how quickly another year has passed, we’ve put together a bunch of ways to help you prepare yourself for the holidays and the new year:
1. Close Off Your 2018 Tasks: Now’s the time to drill down on your to do list, start on the bigger tasks first and so that you can slowly wind down to the smaller tasks in the final weeks of the year. There is no greater satisfaction that crossing things off your to do list and starting the new year with a fresh slate.
2. Organise Yourself: Clean your desk, remove clutter, sort through your computer files and desk drawers to set yourself up for an organised 2019
3. Take Some Time Out To Unwind: With all the christmas commotion and rush to close tasks don’t forget to take some time out for yourself, book in your end of year holiday, practice relaxation techniques and look after your well being.
4. Set Some Goals: Reflect on the year and its successes and challenges and start planning for 2019, set new goals and strategies to get you excited for the year ahead
5. Create An Exercise Plan - With summer holidays just around the corner, now’s a good time to get your new year's resolution to be fit in motion. A healthy self is a productive self, look after your body and reap the benefits in and out of work,
If you’re looking at investing in office furniture, why not speak to us about how we can help you start 2019 with a fresh new office look and make it your best year ever!
With office workers spending more time at their desk than anywhere else in the workplace it is important that the design and arrangement is suited to the user and the work they perform. By providing the right equipment that is easily adjustable, you reduce the risk of ergonomic-related injury and promote employee health and wellbeing.
Here are a few tips on setting up your workstation correctly:
An office chair should be chosen based on the ability for a user to interact comfortably with their work environment. Sitting with your knees at a 90 degree angle with your feet flat on the floor or supported by footrest, leaving a gap of 2cm between the back of your knees and the chair and raising or lowering the back of the chair so it provides maximum lower back support ensures the best ergonomic seat is created.
Your desk should allow room for all necessary equipment to be used comfortably without the need to continuously bend and twist your body. Many workplaces are integrating height adjustable desks to allow more flexibility in sit/standing positions to promote productivity and assist in a healthy ergonomic environment.
Your keyboard should approximately be at elbow level with your mouse close to maintain a straight, neutral wrist posture. Position both so your arms rest comfortably at your sides or elevating your chair to meet this angle relieves pressure on your wrists and fingers.
Position the keyboard and mouse directly in front of you and the monitor. The top of the screen should be just below eye level and titled to minimise the glare. Adding monitor arms allows for more flexibility in movement to ensure the correct ergonomic position is established.
We were honoured to present Sandy & Peter Geyer, the founders of Geyer Design with the prestigious Gold Medal Award at the 2018 Interior Design Excellence Awards on Friday.
Over the past 40 years Sandy & Peter have made their mark on the A&D industry. The couple noted that their legacy is helping people to realise that interior design isn't just superficial application but rather a a change in the way companies operate - “Design can and does enhance a persons experience. It's everything, it's how we live and how we should live.”
The gold medal is the most prestigious award at the IDEA Awards, and is given in recognition of those practitioners who have made an influential and enduring contribution to Australian design culture over the course of a career.
Congratulations to Sandy and Peter and all of the IDEA nominees. It was a for pleasure for Krost to be the Gold Medal Sponsor of the event.
It’s just a few more days until the highly anticipated Interior Design Excellence Awards 2018.
As the official Gold Medal sponsor we look forward to the awards presentation this Friday where we’ll announce who will take out the prestigious gold medal award!
We 're delighted to support this event and can't wait to find out who will collect the IDEA Gold Medal for 2018.
A reception area is the first thing a client sees when they walk into a business. On their first visit, it is an excellent opportunity to make a positive impression. With a shift in the traditional corporate environment, knowing your brand and message you want to convey to customers is important to determine which style of reception area is suitable for your workspace.
Here are 3 tips on how to design the perfect reception area:
Seating: Depending on the business, picking the right style of waiting chair is important to ensure clients are comfortable. For a more relaxed and welcoming environment, lounges like our Maya paired with a coffee table create a friendly and open atmosphere. For more formal reception areas like medical centers, factors to carefully consider include: quantity, dimensions, chairs for all types of people and materials to suit clients expectations.
Reception Desk: As the main focal point of your reception area, the counter should resonate with the culture and aesthetic of the business. Investing in a creative design with brand-specific artwork assists in shaping a company's identity. Knowing the practicality of your counter is important in determining what equipment you need to allow for. If using computers, it may need to be obscured with a raised counter, like our Central which has the option of full or partial sides for more privacy.
A Welcoming Atmosphere: A reception areas furniture is extremely important, but the guests experience should be seamless in every aspect. Small touches of comfort to incorporate into your waiting area include: offering coffee or refreshments, reading materials to keep clients entertained, granting wifi access or a mounted television if suitable. Small gestures like the above make clients feel welcome and important.
Carefully planning your reception area ensures clients indulge in the ultimate front of house experience. By making sure it is comfortable, spacious, welcoming and aligned to your brand, it will turn a one time visitor into a regular.
