We are inspired by the world around us. The sights, the sounds, the colors and shapes of our landscape move and astound us on a daily basis. Too often, it is forgotten that just as a person can be touched by natural beauty, so too can they be influenced by the beauty found in architectural…
Is your workspace sterile and uninspiring? Do you rack your brain to come up with original ideas? Recent psychological studies have shown that you can actually increase creativity and productivity by simply optimising a lacklustre workspace. Here are some effective ways you can boost your mental energy and get those brainwaves flowing. Kerry Phelan What…
The style of architecture known as ‘Bauhaus’ originated in 1919 in Weimar, Germany from an art school of the same name. Founded by architect Walter Gropius, the Bauhaus literally meant ‘The School of Building’ and this was where the movement of modern design in Germany took hold. The Bauhaus school gave students a chance to…
The Supreme Adjustable Glazing Frame is the ultimate office partitioning solution for any office space. This frame provides the perfect combination of elegant style coupled with quality and flexibility. Whether you are wanting to fitout a new shell scheme or rearrange your existing office space, the Supreme Adjustable Glazing Frame offers the perfect solution for…
The furniture industry is facing an insurmountable war against copycat manufacturers. The influx of cheaper – albeit lower quality – products is having a detrimental effect on the original world-renowned artists. The implementation of Intellectual Property laws for furniture design appears to be a somewhat vague and confusing concept. Furniture is regarded as a functional…
Trends in office layout and style are evolving. We take a look at some of the top trends from European architects to see how the office space is shifting into something far more contemporary and creative. What Science Says… When faced with the beauty of architecture, there could be many factors behind it. One, in…
The Supreme Adjustable Glazing Frame is the ultimate office partitioning solution for any office space. This frame provides the perfect combination of elegant style coupled with quality and flexibility. Whether you are wanting to fitout a new shell scheme or rearrange your existing office space, the Supreme Adjustable Glazing Frame offers the perfect solution for…
Vertical gardens can dramatically transform your office area. They add a feeling of natural style amidst all the metal frames and glass doors. A vertical garden enhances the design and promotes an overall sense of wellbeing. These stunning indoor designs provide more than just natural beauty; they also add many positive effects to your office:…
Equinox started 13 years ago as a simple way for architects, designers and specifiers to discuss new products and innovations. Today, Equinox is the premier event of its type in Australia. The name was derived from the bi-annual equinox that occurs in nature when the sun crosses the celestial equator, causing day and night to…
Famously known as Le Corbusier, Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris was a Swiss-French architect (1887-1965). His architectural excellence can be seen in buildings throughout Europe, India, and America. He was instrumental in the development of modern architecture and the Urbanism movement. Famously known as Le Corbusier, Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris was a Swiss-French architect (1887-1965). His architectural excellence can be…