Benchmarking by John Clements from hranywhere
Many organisations, regardless of size and structure, will seek to benchmark themselves. Benchmarking helps with improving processes, approaches and technologies to reduce costs, increase profits and strengthen customer loyalty and satisfaction. Benchmarking is an...Professional Design Program 3
This week we are very happy to announce that we have launched the Professional Design Program 3 Last month CEO Patrizia Torelli travelled to Malaysia to work with four of Australia’s lead designer makers involved in the international Professional Design Program 3 in...Creating flexible spaces in the home
Furniture designers are helping in the trend towards more efficient storage options for living rooms and guest bedrooms, such as AFA Member King Living, an Australian furniture manufacturer that has specialised in innovation, quality and design, superior comfort and...Australia by Design Innovation – Television Premier
Good Design Australia is proud to announce their series partnership for a new television show currently airing on Channel TEN. Australia by Design Innovation aims to bring good design into the hearts and minds of all Australians. Reminiscent of popular shows such...How to choose the right sofa for your living room
A sofa is central to most living room schemes, but when it comes to choosing the right match for your space, lifestyle and personality, it can be a bit bamboozling. So put your feet up and relax, and let our friends at Houzz run through a few things it’s worth...International competition to design new Adelaide art gallery
The South Australian government has launched a two-stage international design competition for a new art gallery in centre of Adelaide. Known as Adelaide Contemporary, the proposed 15,000-square-metre gallery will be a new landmark for the city – a “unique art...Working from home?
We found this great article on furnishing your office at home, as more and more people are spending their time in flexible workspaces. If you read this list, how does your home office shape up? Visit our website for some great office furniture suppliers around...Heinrich Wolff to speak at 2017 Australian Urban Design Awards
Heinrich Wolff of Wolff Architects, South Africa will give a keynote lecture at this year’s Australian Urban Design Awards titled Network Systems. Led by Heinrich and Lize Wolff, Wolff Architects is an architectural practice interested in the nexus between design,...16 Ultra Chic Blush Pink Sofas and How to Style Them!
We all know blush pink, rose pink, millennial pink…or soft pink is in at the moment. We love the colour and thought this website might inspire you for furniture ideas for your home. Always good to be on trend! Read MoreAre you Spring Carnival Ready?
Former The Block winner, Chantelle Ford has turned her design eye to hats with her business, FORD MILLINERY who she said ” provokes desire in the bellies of women who once shied away from headwear.” Her headpieces are meticulously designed with one eye...How to style your home for Spring: The interior trends you’ll be loving
Spring is here and Furniture retailers are predicting that colour, texture and layering will all be key trends this season. Unique patterns will be at the forefront with the inherent variations and subtle imperfections that make hand-crafted fabrics and accessories so...10 amazing new buildings to view around the world
Everyone travels for different reasons, it could be the culture, it could be the food, but what about architecture?Here’s a list of 10 new buildings around the world for you to check out in your travels, be them real or virtual Believe it or not, Phillip Island...Disciplinary action
Generally, employees perform their duties well and there is no need to take corrective action. However, where an employee is not meeting either performance or behaviour expectations, it is critical to act. Coaching and retraining are often all that is required to...AFA Members – Have your say on Australia’s digital future
The Digital Economy Strategy will launch in 2018 and outline the benefits of Australia’s digital transformation. It will focus on how the government, the private sector and the community can work together to: build on our competitive strengths and develop new ones by:...Importing timber, wooden articles, bamboo and related products
All imported furniture that contains timber, wooden articles, bamboo and related products (whether for commercial or personal use) must comply with the import conditions as stated on the Department of Agriculture and Water resources’ Biosecurity Import Conditions system (BICON).