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SFF24 Blå Station Newness

SFF24 Blå Station Newness

The past few years have seen Blå Station approaching design from a new sustainability perspective and questioning what defines sustainability in the modern context.

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In The Antipodes with Castledex

In The Antipodes with Castledex

In August, we dived into the world of Australian design and manufacturing with Castledex for their In The Antipodes event in Perth.

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A Polish Icon Joins P4's Collection

A Polish Icon Joins P4's Collection

The story of 366 Concept begins in the mid-20th century, Poland, when designer Józef Chierowski created a chair that would go on to become a symbol of mid-century design -...

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Furnished Forever: Australian Design at its Best

Furnished Forever: Australian Design at its Best

Characterised by clean lines, crisp geometry, and a restricted colour palette, Furnished Forever is Australian design at its best.

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True's Spring Collection 2023

True's Spring Collection 2023

Emphatically embracing the Salone's focus on environmental, economic and social responsibility, True transformed their 2023 exhibition space into a lush oasis filled with exciting new products.

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See You at the Salone del Mobile 2023!

See You at the Salone del Mobile 2023!

Returning to its traditional European spring-time dates, the 61st edition of the Salone del Mobile is set to breathe fresh innovation into its “established formulas”.

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Mute Goes to London

Mute Goes to London

Over 3000 interior enthusiasts attended the Workspace Design Show in London this year to explore the experience of tomorrow's workspaces.

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Blå Station Goes to Stockholm

Blå Station Goes to Stockholm

Blå Station's trademark playfulness and search for products that demonstrate a new attitude towards shape, function, material was on full display at the 2023 Stockholm Furniture Fair, with innovative designs...

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Introducing Sitland

Introducing Sitland

Functional, contemporary furniture with an aesthetic level to match - we’re delighted to partner with Sitland to bring their amazing collection to Australia.

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ORGATEC 2022 Catch up: Make Space for Mute

ORGATEC 2022 Catch up: Make Space for Mute

Our rapidly changing workplace environment calls for flexible spaces that adapt to the workers who use them and support a growing need for socialisation and creative ideation.

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ORGATEC 2022 Catch Up: True's New Abisko | Modular

ORGATEC 2022 Catch Up: True's New Abisko | Modular

White on White was True's theme for ORGATEC this year, showcasing the interplay of shades between the bright snow white, soft greys and warm timber tones, but despite the serene...

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Is Your Workplace Ready?

Is Your Workplace Ready?

The pandemic has drastically shifted expectations of a workplace’s purpose, and for most offices that means a re-evaluation on how the space can support the autonomy of their employees.

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Salone del Mobile 2022 Catch Up: Meet RUT

Salone del Mobile 2022 Catch Up: Meet RUT

RUT has been charming audiences all over since launching at the Salone del Mobile in June, continuing its glorious world tour through Denmark’s 3 Days of Design event and NeoCon...

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Salone del Mobile 2022 Catch Up: True's New Summer Sofas

Salone del Mobile 2022 Catch Up: True's New Summer Sofas

Last week saw P4's return to the annual Salone del Mobile 2022 - after two years away it was a true delight to reconnect in person with our brand partners...

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We're back! Salone del Mobile 2022

We're back! Salone del Mobile 2022

After a tumultuous two years we’re thrilled to be back in Milan for the 60th edition of the Salone del Mobile, running June 7–12!

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A New Beginning........

A New Beginning........

An industry stalwart takes a well earned rest as Stewart Brown settles in to retirement.

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RE MAX®: ZERO WASTE

RE MAX®: ZERO WASTE

RE MAX®’s circular production process aim's to reduce waste and blends recycled plastics and wood with perfect synergy.

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Stockholm Furniture Fair 2020: Celebrating Blå Station

Stockholm Furniture Fair 2020: Celebrating Blå Station

A highlight on the design calendar, the Stockholm Furniture Fair took place on February 4 – showcasing the best of Scandinavian creativity and craftsmanship on an international stage.

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Passion and Locality

Passion and Locality

In the last few decades, we’ve seen Australia’s history of design trends explore the influence and integration of overseas trends into our nation’s creative narrative.

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Your workplace deserves the best. Introducing: Humanscale®

Your workplace deserves the best. Introducing: Humanscale®

Function, simplicity, longevity and sustainability – four terms that shape the creative philosophy at Humanscale® Design Studio.

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Disrupting the Traditional Waiting Room

Disrupting the Traditional Waiting Room

The humble waiting area is now home to a multitude of activities ranging from social interaction, relaxation to work collabs. Read on to find out more about furniture that supports these evolving spaces.

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Specifying In The Education Sector

Specifying In The Education Sector

How has the increasingly lucrative design industry responded to the changing face of product specification in the education sector?

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A New Era In Table Design

A New Era In Table Design

Is it time for table design to catch up with the prevailing preference for multi-functionality?

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The Future of Design: Pushing The Material Boundaries

The Future of Design: Pushing The Material Boundaries

In the last century, many designers would have come across this common question during the creative process: how do we make a design sustainable and innovative in its aesthetics?

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A look at stackable and foldable tables

A look at stackable and foldable tables

Modern workplaces are no longer static. Employees today value flexibility and movement as well as the opportunity to work in more open, flexible and collaborative offices. 

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How Does Maxdesign’s Max Reflect New Values In Contemporary Design?

How Does Maxdesign’s Max Reflect New Values In Contemporary Design?

Italian furniture brand Maxdesign used the 2018 Salone del Mobile to put forward an entirely new direction for the company and its approach to design.

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Listen Up: Acoustic Accessories in the Workplace Matter

Listen Up: Acoustic Accessories in the Workplace Matter

With the evolving nature of the modern workplace, the transition to open-plan offices comes with a price.

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3 Reasons Why Modular Furniture is the Way Forward

3 Reasons Why Modular Furniture is the Way Forward

Offering plenty of flexibility and innumerable opportunities for reconfiguration, modular furniture answers ...

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Blå Station hits NeoCon

Blå Station hits NeoCon

Let’s face it – sitting at a desk all day can be difficult. Sometimes you need a change of space to get those creative juices flowing again.

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Colour coded: True's new colour palettes

Colour coded: True's new colour palettes

By adopting the Colour Material & Finish (CMF) methodology, True has come up with four new colour palettes, resulting in a more diversified product portfolio.

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A Peek At Blå Station’s Timeless Pieces From Salone del Mobile

A Peek At Blå Station’s Timeless Pieces From Salone del Mobile

Experts in contemporary, innovative and inspiring furniture design, Blå Station has released updated and new products at the world’s biggest furniture fair.

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What is RE MAX®? Maxdesign extends its material offering + new extensions from Salone

What is RE MAX®? Maxdesign extends its material offering + new extensions from Salone

Maxdesign has expanded its collections with the introduction of new materials, colours and finishes across many of its designs.

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Salone 2019 Catch Up: Here’s What True Launched This Year!

Salone 2019 Catch Up: Here’s What True Launched This Year!

At the recently concluded Salone del Mobile 2019, Italian design brand, True showcased a selection of new furniture from its collection titled Extraordinary. Everyday.

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A Sneak Peek of What’s to Come at Salone 2019

A Sneak Peek of What’s to Come at Salone 2019

It’s nearly that time of the year again! Christmas for the design community, the Salone del Mobile | Milan 2019 returns 9-14 April.

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What’s the Latest With Phone Pods? Here’s a Rundown

What’s the Latest With Phone Pods? Here’s a Rundown

Roughly 70 per cent of all employees in open work areas report that the biggest impact on productivity is their co-workers' conversations (according to Work Design Magazine).

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Introducing Mute Design

Introducing Mute Design

The art of silence might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking interior design, but as Poland-based acoustic furniture and product company, Mute Design attests, a...

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The Latest From Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair 2019

The Latest From Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair 2019

It’s no secret that Scandinavian design is among the best in the world. Seamlessly blending form with function and creating pieces that are not only aesthetically pleasing but will last...

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Blå Station’s New BOB Job Sofa System

Blå Station’s New BOB Job Sofa System

When Angela Ferguson of Futurespace heralded the “death of the boardroom” it really struck a note with us.

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Top 3 – P4’s pick of the projects in 2018

Top 3 – P4’s pick of the projects in 2018

There’s no doubt that Australia has some of the most talented architects and designers in the world – and we feel incredibly lucky to be able to work with them day-to-day.

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Transversal design for home and work – Sho by True Design

Transversal design for home and work – Sho by True Design

As the typologies of home, work and hospitality continue to blend into new paradigms for living, working and meeting, furniture brands like True Design are beginning to (quite literally) put...

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Mix & Max: Maxdesign at Orgatec 2018

Mix & Max: Maxdesign at Orgatec 2018

P4 made the journey to Cologne for Orgatec in October last year to take in an array of new products that directly address working behaviours today.

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All The Latest From Noti at Orgatec 2018

All The Latest From Noti at Orgatec 2018

Considering that we spend over two-thirds of our time at work, it is imperative that these spaces cater for creativity, efficiency and comfort.

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A Deep Dive into Orgatec 2018

A Deep Dive into Orgatec 2018

Orgatec is one of the biggest commercial furniture tradeshows on the calendar. As a biennial event, what has changed in the world of workplace furniture since 2016? That’s exactly what...

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The Appia Range In Focus

The Appia Range In Focus

There seems to be a constant juxtaposition of design and functionality when it comes to chairs.

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The Rise of Office Pods: How Are They Hitting The Mark in the Modern Workplace?

The Rise of Office Pods: How Are They Hitting The Mark in the Modern Workplace?

Open plan offices are noisy. We’ve all heard the gripes and read the studies. It’s a logical conclusion to come to when considering that walls help to dampen sound and...

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Introducing Soundroom by Noti

Introducing Soundroom by Noti

Soundroom by Polish brand Noti offers a unique and innovative approach to creating beautiful spaces with a focus on acoustic performance.

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A Case For The Lobby Space

A Case For The Lobby Space

First impressions often have a lasting impact. Take the case of the humble hotel or office lobby.

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Top 5 Chairs to Facilitate Working

Top 5 Chairs to Facilitate Working

Ergonomics is big business. Add into the mix the countless productivity hacking books, blogs and tips out there and it can feel like a minefield.

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P4 Does its Bit to Help our Drought Affected Farmers

P4 Does its Bit to Help our Drought Affected Farmers

P4 donates from every order to the 'Buy a BALE' campaign to help our struggling farmers.

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A Mammoth Year for Boss Design

A Mammoth Year for Boss Design

Boss Design is all about a quality, solutions-based approach to commercial furniture. Working to that mantra, the company has continued to go from strength to strength, with 2018 being a...

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FRONT UP! Catch us at FRONT 2018

FRONT UP! Catch us at FRONT 2018

You may have heard about the latest commercial design event to hit the market, but if not read on and make sure to register, because we can’t wait to see...

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Bringing Nuance and Balance to a Sydney Icon

Bringing Nuance and Balance to a Sydney Icon

The refurbishment of a commercial floor plate in Harry Seidler’s Australia Square reminds us that when it comes to workplace design, there’s no single ‘right way’. 

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Is It An Office Or A Café? A Look At The Crossover Furniture Trend

Is It An Office Or A Café? A Look At The Crossover Furniture Trend

Much has been said about the blurring of typologies. Our workplaces are starting to steer away from the classic cubicle, and even the more recent open-plan style offices are coming...

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Can We Win The War On Talent?

Can We Win The War On Talent?

As companies continue to struggle through the war on talent, we want to know whether the fight is even worth it.

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Are Desks Getting Smaller or Bigger with Agile Working?

Are Desks Getting Smaller or Bigger with Agile Working?

The beauty of agile working and an ever-growing amount of technology means that people can pretty much work from anywhere. So where does that leave traditional desks and workstations?

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Keep Quiet And Carry On With Boss Design's Aspect Range

Keep Quiet And Carry On With Boss Design's Aspect Range

The link between noise control and worker wellbeing and productivity has already been established. But how can designers use the former to influence the latter?

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What Happened at NeoCon 2018

What Happened at NeoCon 2018

Changing economies and cultures. An unprecedented growth and churn of technology. Over the last fifty years, one thing has remained the same – our lives and work have been in...

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4 Minutes With ... Parisotto+Formenton

4 Minutes With ... Parisotto+Formenton

In the bustling halls at the Salone, we found time to meet with Aldo Parisotto and Massimo Formenton, the architects and designers behind Parisotto+Formenton, to talk about the duo’s latest offerings for True.

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One Brand Wanted To Bring ‘TRUTH’ To Salone’s Design Conversations. Here’s How They Did It.

One Brand Wanted To Bring ‘TRUTH’ To Salone’s Design Conversations. Here’s How They Did It.

True to the company's design premise, ‘True’, a forward-thinking collective, again bucked conventional design at Salone del Mobile this year, with the new collection ‘True Goes Through’.

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A New Era at Maxdesign

A New Era at Maxdesign

The Italian manufacturer has launched an all-new range, and what feels like an all new philosophy along with it. 

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What we liked about Salone 2018

What we liked about Salone 2018

With so much to see and do at Salone for 2018, we've selected some of our top highlights that can't be missed! Read all about it below.

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4 Minutes With ... Francesco Favaretto!

4 Minutes With ... Francesco Favaretto!

Celebrating its 45th anniversary this year, Favaretto & Partners returns to Milan for #Salone2018 with new products for the True Design portfolio.

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4 Minutes With ... Chairs&More!

4 Minutes With ... Chairs&More!

At Salone for 2018, Chairs&More is on a mission of innovation and surprise. We caught up with the team to learn more about their unique perspective on contemporary design and all things Milano!

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4 Minutes With ... E-GGS!

4 Minutes With ... E-GGS!

Expect A LOT of surprises from the bold creative and design studio, E-GGS. In Milan this year with a massive 13 new products to exhibit, we caught up with the E-GGS team to hear more about the evolution of the studio.

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4 Minutes With ... Christoph Jenni!

4 Minutes With ... Christoph Jenni!

#Salone2018 is well underway, and to celebrate the beginning of the fair this year, we caught up with Christoph Jenni to find out what he's looking forward to in Milan this year.

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Join Us At Salone del Mobile 2018!

Join Us At Salone del Mobile 2018!

Here at P4 we’re getting ourselves prepared for the biggest event in the calendar – Salone del Mobile Milan!

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Taking Design to the Top of the Class

Taking Design to the Top of the Class

The way we teach and learn is rapidly changing – what does this mean for education space design? Let's look to Harmer Architecture's recent work with La Trobe University.

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4 Minutes With ... Philip Harmer at Harmer Architecture!

4 Minutes With ... Philip Harmer at Harmer Architecture!

Having just thrown open the doors on their brand new Student Hub for La Trobe University, we sit down with Philip Harmer to find out about the design story behind the project.

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4 Minutes With ... Tommaso Caldera!

4 Minutes With ... Tommaso Caldera!

Right before he heads over to Milan for the 2018 Salone del Mobile, we caught up with Tommaso Caldera to chat all things design and Italy.

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So What Happened When We Removed All Those Cubicles?

So What Happened When We Removed All Those Cubicles?

We threw them out for a good reason – a very good reason – but, are we just back where we started? Here's why you need to embrace ABW...

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Is The Modern Workplace A Home Away From Home?

Is The Modern Workplace A Home Away From Home?

It can often be difficult to find exactly what you’re looking for in a property. But search for a “high-end heritage warehouse with an urban flair and home-away-from-home atmosphere” and...

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Here's Why 'Acoustics' Was One Of This Year's Biggest Design Trends

Here's Why 'Acoustics' Was One Of This Year's Biggest Design Trends

Workplace collaboration is increasingly popular, and the open plan office is clearly here to stay. How can designers minimise noise in today’s bustling work environments?

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Why Hospitality Took Over Commercial Design In 2017

Why Hospitality Took Over Commercial Design In 2017

A laptop, some head-phones and ... a large flat white? As we all become 'out of office' what has the commercial sector learned from the hospitality world?

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Where One Size Really CAN Fit All

Where One Size Really CAN Fit All

Flexibility isn’t just for workspaces with a large floor plate – it's a necessity for us all. But how can one single design accommodate projects and workplaces of all shapes and sizes?

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Blå Station’s BOB Cleans Up World's Top Prizes!

Blå Station’s BOB Cleans Up World's Top Prizes!

Blå Station’s critically acclaimed BOB modular sofa wins at the Archiproducts Design Awards 2017.

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Learning Spaces - Developing Focus

Learning Spaces - Developing Focus

Boss Design understands that well-designed learning environments can help education establishments succeed and businesses grow. Universities are no longer just about teaching, learning and researching, but for living and working.

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What's New In Learning + Design?

What's New In Learning + Design?

As our education export value continues to rise, architects are revolutionising the face of universities across the country. 

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When Did Contract Furniture Become So Cool?

When Did Contract Furniture Become So Cool?

The dissolving of boundaries between workplace and residential design doesn’t mean the end for either sector - rather it opens up a whole new design language for both! 

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Do You Think It's Time To Take A Break?

Do You Think It's Time To Take A Break?

In the ‘old days’ bosses might have frowned on staff taking too many breaks but now some time away from the workstation is actively encouraged and an entire furniture market has evolved from this paradigm shift. 

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Maxdesign and P4 - A Lasting Partnership

Maxdesign and P4 - A Lasting Partnership

P4 continues its longstanding partnership with Italian furniture brand Maxdesign as their exclusive Australian distributor.

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The Rise Of The 'Happy' Workplace

The Rise Of The 'Happy' Workplace

Why is it important that we rethink office design for an 'out of office' end-user?

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'Stop! Collaborate and Listen'

'Stop! Collaborate and Listen'

'Collaboration’ isn’t just something we are helping our clients achieve. After all, WE need to collaborate ourselves to enable THEM to do so, too.

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Collaborating, Connecting and Getting Curious at NeoCon

Collaborating, Connecting and Getting Curious at NeoCon

What's so important about industry events? Well, NeoCon 2017 has the answer!

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OFFICEBRICKS = Office Privacy

OFFICEBRICKS = Office Privacy

At -45db this is the quietest Office POD system in the world. Modular and easy to assemble & dismantle.  

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5 Minutes with ... David Fox!

5 Minutes with ... David Fox!

We recently caught up with David Fox to find out more about his collaborations with Boss Design and their much-loved 'Kruze' collection.

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Andiamo Milano!

Andiamo Milano!

Now that we're back home, we can't stop thinking about Milan! There was simply too much inspiration, vision and creativity on show this year to do it all justice. 

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Trinetic Wins the 2017 Red Dot: Best of the Best!

Trinetic Wins the 2017 Red Dot: Best of the Best!

P4 congratulates Boss Design for taking home the much-coveted 'Red Dot: Best of the Best Product Design' award for 2017!

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Team P4 Out and About in Milan

Team P4 Out and About in Milan

Last week we hit the streets of Milan and got involved with all of the latest and most inspiring in design. Here's just a few of our favourites from Milan Design Week 2017!

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How To Love Your Project Manager

How To Love Your Project Manager

Come on guys! Where's the love? No other person in the A+D community has to co-ordinate such a massive group of stakeholders as our Project Managers. So, we want to help them. 

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The Task Chair... Redefined!

The Task Chair... Redefined!

According to the brains behind Trinetic, this design marks the next generation of task seating. 

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It’s a Win for Blå Station!

It’s a Win for Blå Station!

Congratulations to Blå Station on their recent win for Best Product at the 2017 Stockholm Furniture Fair. 

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Making Integrated Technology Work For You

Making Integrated Technology Work For You

Need the perfect blend of design and technology? We’ve got you covered! 

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How Does Agile = Wellness?

How Does Agile = Wellness?

How does the agile model actually improve our lives? 

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Top Ten Designs For Workplace Wellness

Top Ten Designs For Workplace Wellness

We curate our Top 10 feel-good products based on the WELL Building Standard™ key workplace wellbeing touch points. 

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Blå Station turns 30!

Blå Station turns 30!

Three decades of design excellence and colouring outside the lines.

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Changing the Limitations of a Workplace

Changing the Limitations of a Workplace

Ever wanted to challenge the expected? Designed by Cox Architecture, Tyro’s FinTech Hub dares to do workplace... 

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Why good design should be accessible

Why good design should be accessible

Good design should exist for people – and we are all about people.

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Which P4 Brand is right for my project?

Which P4 Brand is right for my project?

Join us in some ABW match-making to discover which products are right for your agile workplace! 

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