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Kynd Montessori

Kynd Montessori is an early education centre that celebrates the unique learning patterns of each child.  Kynd wanted to have their learning centre reflect their value of nature centric learning along with their rebrand. We loved creating their physically and mentally stimulating educational environment.


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  • 600 m2
  • 8 weeks
  • Wetherill Park

The Challenge

At Kynd Montessori Learning Centre, the main objective is fostering an exciting learning atmosphere for children. But with the challenges of limited outdoor spaces and a disconnection between areas, it was a difficult task to create a sense of congruency. Kynd needed a fit-out on a limited budget that focused on educational stimulation through structuring whilst maximising the layout of the available space.

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Designing Offices For 20+ Years

1

Design Consultation

Together with Kynd Montessori, we set design objectives that aligned with their educational purpose and branding.


2

Space Planning

We prioritised the combination of inside and outside space available and earthy palette to give Kynd a nature-centric, playful and inviting energy.


3

Construction

We completed Kynd’s fitout in just 5 weeks. We worked methodically to guarantee that we worked in a way that kept the venue accessible and safe for children in the day.

Design Highlights.

In our tailored solution for Kynd, we knew that the large amount of space we had to work with meant there was a plethora of possibilities for educational utilisation. However, we wanted to maxmise the creative energy of the space, so we made a few key decisions.

The venue embraces play by design: the space complements Montessori’s philosophies and experience. Using a combination of customised, premium finishes and furniture, we created a unique fitout. The playground is made of natural materials, making it both sustainable and prime for Montessori learning. Additionally, a high-quality and durable glass lift was installed alongside the finishes and equipment.

We maximised the available area by adding a mezzanine floor and expanded the outdoor area further by removing a portion of the roof. A large welcoming tree – that rises to the upper level – was placed in the outdoor area. Kynd Montessori’s dedication to being a nurturing environment’s natural flow had been refreshed by our fitout.

Welcoming Tree

The striking insertion of the tree in the middle of the room creates a pleasantly surprising entrance to new and current visitors alike.

Brand Decal

A celebration of the shapes motif that is the Kynd Montessori brand.

Mezzanine Floor

The addition of a mezzanine floor not only reimagined the space but increased it.

Modern Classroom

Natural wood furnishings to emphasise the connection between learning and nature.

Non-Toxic Play Area

Using a Low VOC paints to have a non-toxic environment for the children.

Atrium Lighting

The atrium addition to the room gives an opening and warm energy to the space.

Project Gallery.

Enjoy the soft, inviting learning centre from the atrium tree to the earthy colours and shape motif of the rebrand through decals and furnishings.

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Icon Co wanted to have a fitout that reflects their values of Building on diversity and experience to construct a quality future. We wanted to reflect this within their design, with their new purpose-built fitout, that combines modern and heritage features within the popular McGrath building at the gateway to the Eastern Suburbs.

600m2

8 weeks

Wetherill Park

The Challenge

One of the challenges Office Fitout Group encountered was combining the heritage of the building with the modern style.

We achieved this by ensuring the base of the fitout retains its homage to the heritage façade. The remainder consists of modern glass curtain walls and bright open workspaces while keeping the heritage features’ charm.

It was important to Icon Co that their employees have access to many amenities, including bright open workspaces and breakout areas for collaboration, a large custom-made kitchen and open plan stations.

Our Approach

We take care of your project, end-to-end.

Free Design, Measure & Quote

Delivered On Time

Designing Offices For 20+ Years

1

Design Consultation

During the design, we combined modern style, large open spaces and fostering areas of connection using premium materials to combine natural elements, wood and greenery, which helped optimize and revitalize the office. The inclusion of collaborative breakout areas and a beautifully modern large kitchen area created inviting and shared areas for their employees to come together and socialise.

2

Space Planning

The Icon Co office is a unique whole-floor tenancy located on the Second-Floor executive suite of the popular McGrath building on a 1650 sqm site of quality office accommodation. Its customised interior fit-out comprises perimeter offices, large reception rooms, fully self-contained private bathrooms and boardroom areas with two large exclusive terraces. Taking inspiration from the newest ergonomic office design trends, the flow and interconnection through the corridors and rooms was Office Fitout Group’s main priority during space planning. Each section was set in mind to embrace Icon Co’s vision.

3

Construction

The fitout of non-load bearing high partitions formed separate spaces, whilst the high-performance, glass curtain wall systems created bright open workspace to come together to make stunningly visual open corridors and rooms to harvest flow and interconnection.

Design Highlights

Our specialised, customised layout and design matched and echoed the appeal and lines of the existing space and worked beautifully to redefine the sleek curvature of the current configuration of the heritage McGrath building.

Integrating bespoke touches, and taking inspiration from the newest ergonomic office trends, resonates with the building’s appeal and charm. The bold detailing within the premium materials is complemented by smooth-flowing lines, which reflect flexibility and innovation and create stunning visual spaces.

Each of these aspects comes together to create a stunning visual piece of art that is befitting of our client’s outstanding reputation and is a perfect space for such a forward-thinking company that is focused on Building on diversity and experience to construct a quality future.

Partitions for connectivity and flow

High partitions to inspire connectivity and collaboration reimagines the space.

Modern glass curtain walls to create light, bright open workspaces.

Glass walls create a modern look whilst keeping the heritage features’ charm.

Warm and inviting light installations

Clever lighting installation and placement to create a warm glow.

Large Windows utilizing natural light.

Creating light and bright areas for employees to enjoy.

Natural elements combining timber & greenery

Premium materials combine natural elements, wood and greenery to help optimize and revitalize the office.

Large Board Room Areas

Large, open boardroom areas to inspire creativity and innovation.

Project Gallery.

Enjoy this beautifully designed modern Fit-out with large open spaces and fostering areas of connection that plays homage to its heritage exterior— perfectly combining a cohesive modern and traditional language and connecting new with tradition.

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Salim

Site Foreman

Anthony Eskief is Office Fitout Group’s Design and Project Manager. He co-founded Office Fitout Group in 2014 with his partner in work and life, Nicole Eskief. With eight years experience in commercial office fitouts, Anthony has designed and implemented a wide range of workspaces with a variety of budgets. He’s a big believer in the power of design to transform offices into workplaces that are functional,  creative and productive. Healthy and happy workplaces that make Mondays the best day of the week.

Nicole

Co-Founder

& General Manager

General Manager Nicole Eskief co-founded Office Fitout Group in 2014 with her partner in work and life, Anthony Eskief. Nicole originally worked in the banking and finance industry, and is now the general manager for Office Fitout Group, overseeing administration and finances for the business. Nicole is passionate about managing the business efficiently and effectively so that clients are delivered optimum results for their office fit outs.

Anthony Eskief

Co-Founder

Designer & Project Manager

Anthony Eskief is Office Fitout Group’s Design and Project Manager. He co-founded Office Fitout Group in 2014 with his partner in work and life, Nicole Eskief. With eight years experience in commercial office fitouts, Anthony has designed and implemented a wide range of workspaces with a variety of budgets. He’s a big believer in the power of design to transform offices into workplaces that are functional,  creative and productive. Healthy and happy workplaces that make Mondays the best day of the week.

Felipe

Project manager

Designer & Project Manager

Anthony Eskief is Office Fitout Group’s Design and Project Manager. He co-founded Office Fitout Group in 2014 with his partner in work and life, Nicole Eskief. With eight years experience in commercial office fitouts, Anthony has designed and implemented a wide range of workspaces with a variety of budgets. He’s a big believer in the power of design to transform offices into workplaces that are functional, creative and productive. Healthy and happy workplaces that make Mondays the best day of the week.