Bank of New Zealand's new Ponsonby branch is 🔥🔥! Designed by WARREN AND MAHONEY, this fit out is setting a new standard in local, sustainable design. And we're thrilled to be a part of it.
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It's a celebration of local materials from Special Studio's beautiful 3D printed customer counter bases, to Flock's acoustic wall lining to soft furnishings covered in wool from Maxwell Rogers to using Cleanstone panels made from recycled soft plastics and blue fishing nets as the customer counter tops 🌊
And in today’s competitive environment, banks and businesses are not just competing on services but also on the sustainability of their spaces. And Bank of New Zealand helping to lead the way.
If you're a business that hasn't started thinking about sustainability, you might soon be left behind. With 11% of global carbon emissions from the embodied carbon in building materials, while 28% comes from operational energy, circular and local materials like Critical. Cleanstone can help significantly reduce your environmental impact - avoiding over 1000 times the carbon emissions if used in place of another material made with virgin plastics and minerals.
Like BNZ, here are 3 fresh ways you can embrace sustainable design in your next retail and commercial fit-out:
Design for Material Recovery: Think beyond the life of your space—opt for materials that can be easily disassembled and reused. By designing with material recovery in mind, you create spaces that evolve with your business while minimising environmental impact.
Implement Zero-Waste Systems: Consider adopting zero-waste strategies for your fit-outs. Whether it’s through waste reduction during installation or materials that can be fully recycled, this approach supports long-term sustainability and drives down operating costs.
Incorporate Biophilic Design: Studies show that natural elements in design increase productivity and well-being by up to 15%. Consider adding sustainable, nature-inspired materials that not only reduce your carbon footprint but also enhance the aesthetic and ambiance of your space.
If you want to create the next industry-leading, sustainable fit out start by partnering with values aligned and sustainability focused designers like WARREN AND MAHONEY so you can transform your commercial or retail space with innovative materials that tell a story of sustainability, just like BNZ's Ponsonby branch. 🌱
Ngā mihi nui Gareth Huston and your talented team for another beautiful project.
I run a green materials company called Critical. and we help designers, brands and founders create beautiful spaces using 100% recycled plastic panels called Cleanstone. If your looking for circular materials 👉 Visit criticaldesign.nz to see how Cleanstone panels can take your design to the next level.
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