BDO, Melbourne

HOW Group delivered commercial furniture solutions for BDO’s Melbourne office fitout, supplying high performance ergonomic seating to support a flexible, hybrid workplace. Spanning 5000 square metres at Collins Place, the project brings together client areas, focused work zones and hospitality driven breakout spaces within a cohesive environment designed for long term use.

Lead Time
10 - 12 Weeks
Area
5000 m2
Designer
Bates Smart
Builder
FDC
Photographer
Black Tree Studios

The project required a workplace that balanced performance, flexibility and long term durability. With sustainability playing a growing role in workplace decision making, there was a clear focus on selecting products that would last, reduce waste over time and support evolving industry expectations around reuse and lifecycle management.

HOW Group supplied Liberty Task Chairs by Humanscale across the workstation areas. While a single product category, the selection plays an important role in the overall performance and longevity of the workspace.

Humanscale seating is designed for durability, with each chair backed by a 15-year warranty. This level of product quality supports long term use and reduces the frequency of replacement, moving away from short lifecycle furniture that contributes to unnecessary waste.

The Liberty Task Chair provides ergonomic support through a simple, intuitive design, aligning with the broader workplace focus on comfort and day to day usability. Its understated form integrates seamlessly into the architectural language of the space, supporting both staff work areas and the overall interior approach.

Beyond initial supply, Humanscale also offers a Refreshed programme, where chairs are assessed at the end of their lifecycle for refurbishment and reissue of warranty where possible. This supports a more circular approach to furniture, extending product life and reducing the need for new manufacturing.

As industry expectations shift, more organisations are looking to incorporate reused and refurbished furniture into their workplaces. Frameworks such as the Green Star Fitouts tool are placing greater emphasis on reuse assessments and long term material performance. The selection of high quality, serviceable products like the Liberty Task Chair supports these outcomes from the outset.

BDO’s Melbourne workplace reflects a broader shift in the industry towards durable, long life furniture. By investing in products designed to perform over time and support refurbishment, the project contributes to a more considered and sustainable approach to workplace design.

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