Top 10 Office Spaces to Inspire Your Elevated Workspace

6 Feb 2025

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 well-being, the way an office is designed can significantly influence both productivity and job satisfaction. 

1. Reece’s ‘The Works’ challenges traditional office design

Project:
Reece - The Works
Location:
Cremorne, VIC
Product Used:
HW3676 Aspen Raw
Designer:
Futurespace
Developer:
Schiavello
Contractor:
Turner Townsend
Installer:
Floorcraft
Photographer:
Nicole England
Instagram:
futurespacedesign
Reece the works featuring Havwoods Aspen Raw timber flooring

Futurespace and Schiavello was tasked create a remarkable office space for 8,000 Reece employees while being able to weave 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 pre-finished 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. 

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2.  Central Element Office

Project:
Central Element Sydney Office
Location:
North Sydney, NSW
Product Used:
HW3571 Mosman Herringbone
Designer:
Frankly Interior Design  
Builder:BCM Australia 
Photographer:Josh Hill Photography
Havwoods timber flooring in Central Office fit out Sydney

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. 

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3. Bridge 17 

Project:Bridge 17
Location:Sydney CBD, NSW
Product Used:
HW31022 Taize PurePanel & Fendi Flooring
Architect:
Smart Design Studio
Builder:
Calida
Photographer:Romello Pereira
Bridge 17 featuring PurePanel

With their expansive awninged 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 paneling 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. 

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4. Miles Advisory Office 

Project:
Miles Advisory Office
Location:
Sydney, NSW
Product Used:
HW6252 Salisbury Chevron
Product Certification:FloorScore® (SCS-FS-06231)
Designer:
Siren Design
Fit Out:Morphos Projects
Photographer:The May Studio
Production:With Jelly
Havwoods timber flooring installation

5. Boutique Office, Sydney 

Project:
Boutique Office
Location:
Sydney, NSW
Product Used:
HW9543 Cambria
Designer:
Giles Tribe Architects
Havwoods timber flooring installation

This former warehouse, beautifully transformed into a modern contemporary office in the heart of Sydney CBD, stands out as one of our absolute favorite 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. 

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6. Daisho Head Office, QLD 

Project:
Daisho Head Office
Location:
Brisbane, QLD
Product Used:
HW12342 Maison PurePlank
Product Certification:FSC® Certified Timber (FSC-C009500)
Designer:
Wallacebrice Architecture
Instagram:Wallacebrice Architecture
Daisho Head Office featuring Havwoods Maison PurePlank timber flooring

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 its remarkable ability to be sanded if needed, ensuring a longer lifespan for the product.  

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7. Avant-garde Office Fitout, QLD 

Project:
Avant-garde Office Fit Out
Location:
Brisbane, QLD
Product Used:
HW16002 Pallido Herringbone
Designer:
Archway Commercial Interiors
Photographer:
Sarah Kirkpatrick
Pallido Herringbone timber flooring in office fit out, Queensland

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, harmonizing 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. 

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8. 555 Collins Street 

Project:
555 Collins Street Workspace
Location:
Melbourne, VIC
Product Used:
HW2212 Bandol Midi and EP136 Edgewater
Designer:
Studio 103
Builder:Shape
Photographer:Tom Blachford
Office design featuring Havwoods timber flooring

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. 

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9. QBE Office Sydney 

Project:
QBE Office Sydney
Location:
Sydney NSW
Product Used
HW12335 Clermont
Designer
GroupGSA
ArchitectGroupGSA
Contractor
MPA
PhotographerLuc Remond
Instagram@groupgsa
Havwoods timber flooring installation

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. 

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10. Pillow Talk Head Office 

Project:
Pillow Talk Head Office
Location:
Brisbane, QLD
Product Used:
HW3674 Blanco 13
Designer:
Cottee Parker
Architect:Cottee Parker
Builder:Hutchinson Builders
Havwoods timber flooring installation

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 harmonize with other finishes in the space. 

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Why should I choose Havwoods as my office fit out timber flooring provider?

Choosing Havwoods as your office fit-out timber flooring supplier ensures a blend of quality, variety, and reliability tailored to your workspace needs. With decades of proven experience, we specialize in delivering unique, functional, durable, and aesthetically pleasing timber solutions for office interiors. Our extensive collection features over 300 timber options, providing a diverse range to suit various styles and budgets. To facilitate prompt project execution, we maintain a vast inventory of in-stock products ready for immediate delivery across Australia. Our knowledgeable team offers expert guidance from selection to installation, ensuring a seamless experience. Additionally, our commitment to sustainable sourcing means your flooring choice supports environmental responsibility.

Speak with our Commercial Office and Workspace team, order free samples online, or visit your local Havwoods showroom and discover why Havwoods is the experts choice for office and workplace fit outs.

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