Reflecting on the challenges from 2023 and anticipating a vibrant 2024 - New openings, innovative workplace designs, and 15 Years of design excellence.
It's safe to say, 2023 was not the post-covid-bounce-back year many of us were expecting, or even hoping for. But you know what they say – sow the seed of expectation, reap the harvest of disappointment. It was certainly a tough year in our industry and in fact, across most industries.
Despite the media’s consistent doom & gloom, we did what we could to brighten things up. Mid-year, we moved into our very own building, we even put our sign above the door making us feel all grown up. Our new space truly reflects who we are as a studio.
HOSPITALITY
Expectations aside, I don’t think anyone was holding out for a cracking year in hospitality – 2023 was all about consolidation and positioning with the cost-of-living crisis in the front of everyone's mind. Looking into the coming year, I am optimistic that between the lessons learned over the last 4 years and the prospect of a more positive economic environment, this year is the year to make some waves.
With that said, we have started 2024 with a bang with two openings already.
Nightcar; a subterranean lounge bar in the CBD and The Emerald; a fresh, bright local bar in the heart of Epsom. This followed on from a VERY busy end to 2023 at CTRL SPACE with 3 projects finishing up in the last few weeks.
WORKPLACE
For some time, we have been busy in the background, forging new paths in the rapidly changing workplace sector. Our passion for hospitality has been a driving force behind our workplace design approach. Blending social, engaging spaces with functional working environments - this has been a game-changer in the industry.
Working with the amazing team at Alberts on their next incarnation – Formery, we finally saw this dynamic come to life at 87 Albert St.
AUSTRALIA
As we enter our 6th year in Australia, we are continuing to expand our client network and have had the pleasure of working with some amazing clients, up and down the country. From Adelaide to Cairns, this is just the tip of the iceberg so keep an eye out for new and exciting things coming out of the Brisbane studio.
CTRL SPACE
2024 represents 15 years in business for CTRL Space and we have some exciting things on the horizon; Continued growth into the Australian market, bigger & bolder projects in the pipeline and a bit of a brand nip-n-tuck; I am genuinely optimistic that 2024 is going to be a great year.