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Our best assets are our people.

Whether our team is on the road, in the office or on the factory floor, our aim is united to deliver the best possible service to our customers.

 

our values


Design.
 Design matters, it is in everything we do. Design ensures our solutions are enjoyable, inclusive and lasting.

Caring. The care we put into what we produce, our processes and our people, all combine to ensure we bring lasting enjoyment to the spaces we help create and the relationships that make them possible.

Inclusive. We are inclusive in our work. We strive to make public spaces accessible and enriching for all.

Curiosity. Our curiosity drives a constructive discontent that constantly fuels our desire for positive change and improvement.

Dependable. We will always be there for our customers. Our integrity is seen in our approach to creating and supporting lasting solutions that lead our industry to new standards.

The design approach at Street Furniture Australia has been influenced by the Charles and Ray Eames Office, where Director Darrel Conybeare (shown), worked for a number of years.


recent news

Why choose the original Linea over reproductions?

Successful products are often followed by copycats. Over the past year we have become aware of an increase in reproductions of the Linea range attempting to create a similar aesthetic at a lower price. This can compromise the overall durability and environmental credentials of projects being delivered, affect ongoing maintenance requirements, and in some instances pose a risk of injury to the public. The design of Linea is deceptively simple while delivering exceptional attention to detail. Details matter not only for beauty, but also for providing durability, and safety, that will last decades. Linea strictly uses the highest quality and sustainable materials, has passed rigorous strength tests, and is designed for longevity, with easily replaceable parts. The product range is the result of hundreds of hours of research and development …

  • 26 apr 2024
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Trend Watch April 2024

Guerilla urbanism “asking forgiveness, not permission” A grassroots movement known as ‘guerilla urbanism’ is emerging in the US, where community groups bypass bureaucracy with innovative improvements to the urban spaces they care about. Their mantra is ‘ask forgiveness, not permission.’  The guerilla urbanism movement was the focus of a recent webinar hosted by the Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) – ‘On the Park Bench: Guerilla Urbanism.’ Robert Steuteville from the CNU writes, “From toilet plungers for bike lanes to community gardens on vacant lots to locally sourced incremental development, citizens are finding creative ways to make urban space.” During the webinar, small developer, Jason Hyman talks about a not for profit organisation in Houston D3tM, or Do the Things That Matter, guerilla urbanism that ‘disrupts’ existing systems to create …

  • 26 apr 2024
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Book a Studio Workshop for your office

Melissa Gerke, our Communications and Education Specialist, is bringing a fun, interactive and informative presentation about our carbon neutral journey and latest products to customers in cities around Australia and in the US. In 30 minutes (plus Q&A) we will explore materials and finishes, touch and feel samples, and bond with your colleagues over delicious treats. There will also be a mystery prize for a lucky winner (optional). 2024 cities and dates include: Select from three catering options (optional): To book, contact Melissa Gerke mgerke@streetfurniture.com

  • 19 apr 2024
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