Canopy Community | A Flexible Workplace Designed for Connection
Project: Canopy Community
Location: Coronation Drive, Milton, Brisbane
Sector: Commercial Interior Design | Office Fit-out
Interior Design: Edit Interiors
Builder: Uneek Solutions
Photography: Donegan Photography
A Workplace Designed for Business and Entertaining
Located on Level 11 at 301 Coronation Drive in Milton, Canopy Community's new office fit-out was designed to create a flexible, functional workplace that supports both everyday business operations and corporate entertaining.
With expansive views across the Brisbane River, the brief called for a considered balance between open entertaining areas, dedicated workspaces and private offices, while allowing room for future business growth.
The design needed to reflect Canopy Community's corporate identity, incorporating their brand colours throughout the finishes, furniture and architectural detailing to create a cohesive and welcoming environment.
Making the Most of the Brisbane River Views
One of the key priorities was creating a generous entertaining space that made the most of the office's elevated position and Brisbane River outlook.
As the client regularly hosts corporate functions and events, flexibility was essential to the overall layout.
The main entertaining area was positioned along the river-facing windows, incorporating an open breakout space, kitchen facilities and informal seating.
A large boardroom sits directly alongside this area, with double doors that can be opened to connect the two spaces. This allows the office to accommodate larger functions without compromising the boardroom's everyday use as a private meeting space.
The result is a versatile layout that can transition between everyday business operations and larger corporate gatherings.
Separating Work and Entertaining
A key consideration during the planning stage was ensuring the working environment remained separate from the entertaining areas.
The open-plan workstation zone was positioned away from the main breakout and function spaces, creating a dedicated area for staff to focus on daily operations.
The layout also provides capacity for additional workstations as the business grows, avoiding the need for significant alterations in the future.
An expansive CEO office was positioned towards the rear of the tenancy, providing a private workspace away from the more active communal areas.
This separation of spaces allows the office to accommodate different activities while maintaining a practical and efficient working environment.
Flexible Spaces for Different Ways of Working
Recognising that not every meeting requires a formal boardroom, the design incorporates alternative spaces for collaboration and informal discussions.
Custom banquette seating creates a relaxed setting for casual meetings, individual work or a change of scenery throughout the day.
These areas provide greater flexibility for staff while introducing softer, more comfortable elements into the commercial environment.
The combination of formal meeting rooms, open workstations and informal seating supports different working styles without compromising circulation or functionality.
Bringing the Corporate Identity into the Interior
Canopy Community's corporate colours formed the foundation of the interior finishes palette.
Soft green tones are incorporated throughout the joinery, furniture and architectural details, complemented by timber finishes, neutral flooring and carefully selected textures.
Curved flooring transitions introduce a subtle design feature, defining different zones without the need for additional partitions.
Timber-look battens and decorative screens add warmth and texture, while acoustic treatments support the practical requirements of a busy workplace.
The entrance was designed to create a welcoming first impression, with integrated company branding providing a clear connection between the business and its physical environment.
Rather than relying on signage alone, the corporate identity is carried throughout the fit-out to create a consistent experience from arrival through to the individual workspaces.
Balancing Design with Practicality
While the visual identity was an important consideration, the success of the fit-out came down to how well the space would function for the client.
The layout needed to accommodate private meetings, collaborative work, focused tasks and large corporate functions, often within the same working day.
Careful space planning, considered material selections and flexible furniture arrangements helped achieve this balance.
The completed workplace offers a combination of open and private spaces, allowing Canopy Community to operate efficiently while providing a comfortable environment for staff and visitors.
A Workplace with Room to Grow
The completed Canopy Community fit-out demonstrates how commercial interior design can respond directly to the operational needs of a business.
By prioritising flexible entertaining spaces, separating working and social areas, and incorporating capacity for future growth, the design provides a practical workplace that can adapt alongside the business.
Combined with a strong corporate identity and an enviable Brisbane River outlook, the result is a functional and welcoming office environment designed for the way Canopy Community works.
Project Collaborators
Interior Design: Edit Interiors
Builder: Uneek Solutions
Photography: Donegan Photography
Carpet: Interface
Vinyl Flooring: Polyflor
Tapware: Peppy Taps
Furniture: EOF
Laminates, Battens & Screens: Laminex
Acoustic Solutions: Autex
Planning a Commercial Office Fit-out?
At Edit Interiors, we specialise in creating commercial interiors that balance creative design with the practical requirements of your business.
From initial space planning and concept design through to detailed construction documentation, we work collaboratively with clients and builders to deliver functional, considered workplaces.
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