Today’s office transcends the traditional role of merely being a place to work; it has evolved into an environment that inspires creativity, nurtures collaboration, and embodies a company’s values and culture.

From open-concept designs that foster interaction to carefully curated details that enhance employee wellbeing, the way an office is designed can significantly influence both productivity and job satisfaction.

1. Reece’s ‘The Works’

Futurespace and Schiavello were tasked to create a remarkable office space for 8,000 Reece employees, weaving in the themes that resonate with the company’s core values and connections while showcasing their brand. The resulting design is an exceptional experience centre, which has been aptly named ‘The Works’.

The design intricately incorporates elements inspired by water and plumbing, including copper pipes and reflective surfaces that evoke the fluidity and essence of water. For this project, Havwoods Aspen Raw timber flooring was selected for its perfect tone and unique grain characteristics. These prefinished engineered boards provide numerous benefits that the design and construction team found appealing, including the advantage of eliminating both pre- and post-preparation requirements, resulting in significant time and cost savings during the installation process.

2. Central Element Office

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The Central Elements head office in Northern Sydney stands as a shining example of luxury and functionality, embodying an office design that truly reflects its purpose. Crafted by Frankly Interior Design and expertly executed by BCM Australia, this open-plan workspace radiates sophistication, with meticulous attention given to every detail to foster comfort and collaboration. Highlighting the elegance of the environment is the durable Havwoods Mosman Herringbone flooring from the V Collection, which enhances the space with its rich brunette hues and matte lacquer finish, seamlessly blending style and practicality.

3. Bridge 17

With their expansive awning-ed sliding doors, Bridge 17 by Smart Design Studio is the epitome of functional workplace design.

The impressive vaulted ceilings, finished in pristine white, serve as a striking contrast to the smoky grey timber accents. Collaborating closely with Havwoods, Smart Design Studio and Calida selected Taize from the PurePanel range for the timber joinery and panelling throughout the office. This choice elegantly complements the warm timber flooring, Fendi, from Havwoods’ Venture Plank range, resulting in a harmonious design that enhances both beauty and functionality.

4. Miles Advisory Office

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Location: Sydney, NSW

Product Used: HW6252 Salisbury Chevron

Product Certification: FloorScore® (SCS-FS-06231)

Designer: Siren Design

Fitout: Morphos Projects

Production: With Jelly

5. Boutique Office, Sydney

This former warehouse, beautifully transformed into a modern contemporary office in the heart of Sydney CBD, stands out as one of our absolute favourite spaces – and it’s not hard to see why.

One of the highlights of this remarkable office is the use of Cambria from our Henley Range. Each plank is meticulously crafted, showcasing a stunning combination of distressed and rustic finishes that imbue the space with a unique character and charm. This careful selection adds depth and texture, telling a rich narrative that resonates throughout the commercial area, all while maintaining the integrity of the state heritage building it resides in.

6. Daisho Head Office, QLD

Transforming the Daisho Brisbane head office’s existing lobby into a versatile common space for building tenants required blending together a variety of complementary elements throughout the entire space. Kate Abbett of WallaceBrice Architecture needed to make sure that every corner of this Brisbane commercial gem exudes warmth and invitation.

The team turned to the FSC® certified (C009500) PurePlank range, ultimately selecting Maison timber flooring for its gorgeous blonde tones, impeccable durability in high-traffic zones, and remarkable ability to be sanded if needed, ensuring a longer lifespan for the product.

7. Avant-garde Office Fitout, QLD

This Queensland office transformation showcases a blend of high-end materials and bespoke finishes, creating a luxurious environment. Archway selected Havwoods Pallido herringbone flooring, which enhances the space with elegance and sophistication while beautifully complementing the overall design. The addition of timber flooring brightens the otherwise dark space, introducing warmth to the moody palette. Custom-made office furniture in soft blue velvet accents further elevates the aesthetic, harmonising seamlessly with the warm tones of the herringbone flooring. The result is an inspiring office that delivers the desired wow factor, making it a standout in the commercial fitout market.

8. 555 Collins Street

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, 555 Collins Street exemplifies metropolitan elegance through its thoughtfully designed multi-office spaces. Studio 103 and Shape collaborated with Charter Hall to create an inviting lift lobby and unique offices across two expansive levels. Each space showcases its own distinct character while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic, primarily through the strategic use of timber elements in the design, including ceiling battening and Havwoods flooring. The selection of products, such as the smokey grey Bandol Midi and blonde-toned Wycombe, ensures durability and acoustic comfort, making each workspace inviting and functional. The result is a sophisticated environment that enhances both form and function.

9. QBE Office Sydney

Situated in the heart of Sydney, QBE's office features a spacious social area designed to enhance interaction between employees and customers. Group GSA undertook the challenge to create a multipurpose environment that embodies the sophistication and professionalism of the QBE brand while fostering a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Key to this design is the FSC® certified Clermont timber flooring from Havwoods’ PurePlank range, which integrates seamlessly throughout the space. The blonde-brown tones of Clermont not only add natural warmth but also ensure durability and practicality. Its brushed and matt lacquered finish meets the demands of a high-traffic commercial space, elevating QBE's welcoming appeal.

10. Pillow Talk Head Office

In the Pillow Talk Head Office, the open floor plan presented a challenge for traditional timber flooring due to the natural expansion and contraction of materials. The solution came in the form of Havwoods Blanco 13 from the Venture Plank collection, which features an engineered design perfect for this environment.

A standout feature of the complex is the soffit lining of the internal staircases, which required a spider crane for installation due to its intricate design. The underside of these staircases reveals the beautiful platinum tones of Blanco 13, selected for its sustainability certification and its ability to harmonise with other finishes in the space.

Main image: Central Element, Sydney Office; Photographer: Josh Hill Photography

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