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This morning, we were honoured to host Claire Marshall, CEO of Emerge, for International Women’s Day. Claire shared her inspiring career journey, and the vital work Emerge does in supporting women and children experiencing family violence. Last year, FK was privileged to support Emerge with contributing our design expertise to convert a warehouse into a welcoming office and support hub for the organisation. We extend our sincere thanks to Claire for making the time to have a chat with us, for sharing her insights and empowering us to understand how, as a community and individually, we can accelerate action against family violence in the first place – towards a future in which Emerge services are no longer needed. #InternationalWomensDay #AccelerateAction

We're incredibly proud to see our work on the newly relaunched Sofitel Sydney Wentworth featured in The Australian's article on Australia's top hotel dining spots. Tilda and Bar Tilda, two of the four new House Made Hospitality F&B offerings within the hotel, are highlighted for their contemporary design and elevated dining experience. The article captures the unique atmosphere we aimed to create – the essence of the classic grille restaurant with a distinctive Australian twist. Tilda's design concept centres around its hyperlocal menu offering, deriving an earthy colour palette of burnt reds and terracotta, embodying the spirit of the Australian landscape. Simple, sustainable dishes celebrating local producers shine through, complemented by the impressive whisky list and curated wine selection. It's fantastic to see the team’s vision for this space recognised, and we're thrilled to have partnered with Sofitel and House Made Hospitality on this exciting refurbishment. #FK #SofitelSydneyWentworth #HotelDesign #RestaurantDesign #InteriorDesign #BarDesign #SydneyDining #HotelRestaurants

We are thrilled to announce that Nicky Drobis, FK's Head of Design and partner, has been appointed to the Property Council of Australia's Victorian Build-to-Rent Committee. Having recently led the design and delivery of Mirvac's Liv Aston, our studio's first completed BTR project, and with several more underway, Nicky will bring invaluable expertise to this important role. We look forward to seeing the contributions this committee will make to shaping the future of BTR developments and planning in Victoria. #PropoertyCouncilofAustralia #IndustryLeader #Leadership #BTR

The FK-designed tower for Lendlease’s Melbourne Quarter precinct, was recently featured in The Urban Developer’s latest article “Five of the biggest projects under way this year”. Scheduled for completion later in 2025, Melbourne Quarter R2 will be the final piece to this long-standing urban renewal project. The mixed-use precinct, to date, includes three commercial towers and a residential tower. R2 will deliver an additional 797 build-to-rent apartments, bringing a diversity of rental options to the emerging Northbank area. Upon completion, Melbourne Quarter precinct is expected to be home to 3,800 residents and 14,000 workers. Read full article here: https://lnkd.in/gruZS2bE #FK #MelbourneQuarter #UrbanRenewal #Precinct #Northbank #BuidToRent

We’re thrilled to announce that plans for Deicorp’s Zetland residential development were approved by the City of Sydney last month. This is major milestone for this site on Joynton Avenue, which will contribute to the 278-hectare Green Square precinct – one of Australia’s largest urban renewal areas located in Sydney’s inner city. Comprising five buildings, with three designed by FK with Besley Spresser and two designed by Candalepas Associates with Lachlan Seegers Architects, this development will deliver 571 apartments. These will be connected by a landscaped ground plane featuring commercial and retail tenancies, creating a vibrant and connected community. #FK #MissingMiddle #Residential #Precinct #UrbanRenewal #Placemaking #Sydney

Behind every great project is a great team. This year, the FK team has truly outdone themselves, bringing passion, dedication, and creativity to everything they do. We are also deeply grateful to our clients, partners, and collaborators for their unwavering support and commitment to design excellence. Thank you for making 2024 so memorable. Our studio will be closed from 21 December 2024, reopening on 6 January 2025, to allow our team to recharge. We look forward to returning refreshed and ready for an exciting 2025. From all of us at FK, we wish you a happy and restful holiday season.

We're excited to announce that our principals, Helen Kuo and Angela Biddle, have been appointed to the Property Council of Australia's NSW Residential and Hotel Committees, respectively. With Angela and Helen currently working on market-leading projects across both sectors, their expertise, insights and contributions will be invaluable. We look forward to seeing the positive impact these committees will make to the industry. #FK #Leadership #PropertyCouncilNSW #IndustryLeadership #PropertySector #NSW

500 Bourke Street was recently featured in an in-depth article by Australian Design Review, praising the team for its ‘masterclass in elemental interior design that embodies people and place’. Focused on the user experience, creating a sense of community within the reconfigured ground plane through agile ‘third spaces’ was central to our workplace design vision. As highlighted in the article by Jessica Agoston Cleary, “It is a building and a space people genuinely want to be in. Over the hour that ADR spent touring through the building with Nicky Drobis, every zone was in use. One group, huddled around laptops, coffee close at hand, appeared not to have moved. And why would you when your workspace has been so thoughtfully designed to be comfortable, inspiring and calming, with the convenience of integrated technology at your fingertips?” Continue reading here: https://lnkd.in/gaEiqmYN #FK #Retrofit #AdaptiveReuse #InteriorDesign #InteriorArchitecture #WorkplaceDesign #Reimagining #Placemaking

FK is thrilled to have played a pivotal role in the transformation of the iconic Sofitel Sydney Wentworth. Led by the Sydney studio, it's incredibly rewarding to see this landmark reimagined, recapturing the modern glamour of the 1960s jet set era with a distinctly Australian touch. As highlighted recently in The Australian Financial Review, the hotel's interior design has been meticulously crafted to evoke the spirit of a bygone era. We're honored to have contributed to this remarkable project and to share the positive experience from guests and locals. Read the full AFR review here: https://lnkd.in/gfeDUjhB #FK #SofitelSydneyWentworth #InteriorDesign #HotelDesign #LuxuryHotel #Hospitality #Precinct #Placemaking #HeritageRestoration #Refurbishment

Our very own Nicky Drobis recently sat down with BCI Central to discuss the future of Australia's construction from an architectural perspective. Their conversation delved into the key trends and challenges shaping the industry in 2025. As a leader in the field, Nicky shared valuable insights across various key hot topics, expressing overall optimism about what the year holds. Ready to learn more? Check out the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gFUdHAda #FK #IndustryContributor #IndustryLeader #Construction #Architecture #Design #Forecast #Insights