In this first instalment, architect and designer, Jonathan Muller, shares his expertise on how to increase your turnover of locally designed and constructed furniture tenfold…..Or even more! You don’t do it by clinging to an outdated business model where powerful...
PART 1 In this first instalment, architect and designer, Jonathan Muller, shares his expertise on how to increase your turnover of locally designed and constructed furniture tenfold…..Or even more! You don’t do it by clinging to an outdated business model where...
In recent times the headlines have read ‘IKEA Re-announces recall of MALM and other models of chests and dressers due to serious tip-over hazard; 8th child fatality reported; consumers urged to choose between refund or repair. These headlines have been related to US...
The American Society of Furniture Designers has extended an invitation via the Australasian Furnishing Association to Australia’s furniture design community to enter the global Pinnacle Awards®. The Awards are intended to celebrate designs that are produced in large...
The Australasian Furnishing Association (AFA) has announced the appointment of Parveen Akther, as Chair of the newly established AFA Regulatory Committee (AFARC). The AFA Regulatory Committee brings together likeminded member representatives, with specialist technical...
BEWARE OF TRAPS IN TRADING TERMS There is a major industry issue faced by many furniture suppliers. Some larger furniture retailers have snuck some clauses into their trading terms which are disadvantageous to suppliers, particularly when it comes to protecting your...
Barcelona, 11 May, 2018 – Red Points, the smart solution to digital content piracy and online counterfeits, has secured a partnership with the Australasian Furniture Association (AFA) with the objective of educating its members about the problems of counterfeits...
The Australasian Furnishing Association (AFA) has announced a national alliance with Apprenticeship Support Australia (ASA) to assist its nationwide membership to build workplace capability using the Australian apprenticeships program. CEO of AFA Patrizia Torelli said...
In this two hour workshop we’ll work through how to identify new opportunities based on your business strengths and who your REAL customer is. Learn easy, actionable tips for learning more about your customers and where they are buying and what motivates them...
When you buy goods or services and they break too easily, don’t work or don’t perform as generally expected, you have rights under the law. The Australian Consumer Law (contained in a schedule to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010) creates a basic set of guarantees...
The Australasian Furnishing Association (AFA) has established the AFA Regulatory Committee (AFARC) to support the furnishing industry – and the outcomes required to meet furnishing industry quality assurance and regulatory needs. The AFA Regulatory Committee brings...
*Source REDPOINTS Every parent wants to keep their children safe, and falling victim to counterfeiters’ tricks can have heartbreaking repercussions for families. Babies like to explore the world by putting things in their mouth. So, while companies in the west who...
The Malaysia Timber Industry Board launched the third edition of the Profession Designer Programme (PDP) in October 2017 with a fresh new outlook and great expectations. The focus of the programme was to design for the Australian market specifically and the lift the...
The Good Design Awards are celebrating their 60th Anniversary this year and invite you to be a part of it. The AFA are delighted to support the Good Design Awards which are officially calling for entries across 10 main design disciplines. For the fist time ever, the...
By Nick Fletcher, Managing Director, Harmsen Tilney Shane Empowered workforces are the engine room of today’s knowledge economy businesses. To understand, engage and retain this new empowered workforce, businesses must make changes to the sociology of workplaces,...
*source Metis Advisory CIMIC Group company, CPB Contractors, has been selected by the City of Sydney to design and construct the Gunyama Park Aquatic and Recreation Centre, the largest pool complex to be built in the city since the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. The...
by Sharon Givoni, Sharon Givoni Consulting In early December, Amazon launched its full Australian offering on its online store. According to the company, this move was aimed at giving small businesses the opportunity to reach a global audience, and increase...
Legal protection for furniture designers in Australia is one of the most complex areas of intellectual property law. Have you ever wondered how some retailers can sell replica furniture and not get into trouble? Have you ever wondered if there is anything you can do...
By Carlinea Williamson Flicking through instagram, blogs, and even magazines, the rooms and homes that draw us in all seem to have a story. Inevitably, these rooms are layered collections of new and vintage, furniture and homewares, and often in amongst it, is a stand...
The inaugural International Furniture Show Australia at the International Convention Centre, Sydney from 12 to 14 July 2018. The International Furniture Show Australia presents a fantastic opportunity for Australian retailers and wholesalers to deal directly with...
