Sustainable Forest Management: Balancing People, Planet, and Profit with Responsible Wood Certification
As the world becomes more conscious of environmental impact, sustainable forest management has emerged as a vital practice in ensuring the balance between economic growth and environmental preservation. Australian Furniture Association Partner, Responsible Wood,...Pioneering Sustainable Furniture Design in Australia
In a world increasingly aware of the environmental impact of production and manufacturing of goods, the Australian Furniture Association is thrilled it’s member, Koskela stands out as a leading force in sustainable furniture design. Founded in 2000 by husband-and-wife...Molmic Furniture Features in Major Design Projects
Molmic Furniture are immensely proud to have their products featured in a number of prestigious residences in recent times. Established in 1987, Molmic is driven by a deep passion for sofas. Molmic’s commitment lies in creating comfortable, durable lounge furniture...Immigration Law Update
Immigration Update – where to next from an Immigration Law perspective. In December 2023, former Ministers for Immigration and Home Affairs released the ‘Migration Strategy’, which outlined a new vision for Australia’s migration system. Whilst the Ministers have...choose Australia first campaign
The Australian Furniture Association’s choose Australia first campaign was initiated in 2020 as the shift in consumer sentiment – wanting, more than ever to confidently buy Australian, grew. Now, with the introduction of the Commonwealth government’s push to...In Oak We Trust
The AFA will be watching this closely over the coming months to as the Australian timber supply chain is preparing for life after native hardwoods, with manufacturers now importing boatloads of 40-foot containers of American hardwoods to keep up with record demand. ...Vapes. Cocaine. Crystal Meth. PFAS.
All of these products and substances are or will be subject to regulation and enforcement. The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) recently completed a significant piece of work investigating the role of chemicals in furniture and the importance of considering the...Viewa’s Strategy to increase AOV = 3D Product Visualisation & Augmented Reality (AR)
3D product visualisation and augmented reality (AR) are becoming vital to a product-based e-commerce customer journey to increase website dwell time and average order value. As market trends change and online shopping becomes more and more prevalent, it is essential...Why “fast fashion” runs rampant in the furniture sector
The Australian Furniture Association (AFA) was successful in securing a federally funded grant on product stewardship early in 2022. Design of Commercial Furniture for the Circular Economy – Furniture 360 – will unpack how the furniture industry will address the...Furniture 360 Briefing – September 2022
Furniture 360 Project Leader, Mark Thomson, speaks with the Australian Furniture Association (AFA) head of Partnerships and Marketing Jason Ross about the Furniture 360 project. Jason Ross – Mark thank you for your time. Earlier this year you were appointed Project...Venue operators face increased litigation due to furniture related injuries.
Venue operators face increased litigation due to furniture related injuries. The AFA continues to assist a number of furniture industry businesses to manage litigious situations. The increase in insurance claims is due to the lack of understanding by venue operators...NO. YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER.
But we’d love to have you. More and more, the AFA receives calls on a whole range of topics, but mostly from stakeholders seeking help or advice, usually related to a business crisis. Increasingly the caller has assumed they are an AFA Member, when they are not. What...Improving IP protections for Australian designers
In March 2022, several improvements to the design system will come into effect. Most significantly, a 12-month grace period has been introduced to ensure designers can register their designs after inadvertently disclosing them.
Protect Your Family From Toppling Furniture – A Best Practice Guide
Children like climbing on things, especially if there is something attractive up high. Household furniture like bookshelves, wardrobes, storage and entertainment units can be attractive to climb. So too is furniture such as tallboys or home office filing cabinets,...FEATHERSTON. PARKER. ARISTOC. RAMLER. HOWARD. EASDEN. DIDIER. AND ………
Watch this PREVIEW of the Modern ICONS of the Australian Furnishing industry documentary series.