The designer furniture for work and after-hours

Architects and designers are reimagining how people work, meet and unwind; often within the same day and even the same space. Few Australian furniture specialists embody this shift as comprehensively as Bowermans, whose commercial and hospitality ranges are designed for productivity and play.

“Our collection is broad, so we have solutions for all environments: office, hospitality and education,” says Karl Mathis, Business Development Manager at Bowermans. 

Designing a commercial edge for productivity

Bowermans’ commercial furniture range sits at the intersection of ergonomics, style and brand expression. The company’s process, from consultation through to specification, delivery and installation, is a full-service model to ensure every desk, chair, and breakout space is purposeful and beautiful.

“Ergonomics is essential for employers to consider,” says Karl. “We make sure this is done well; adjustable desks, ergonomic chairs or furniture for lounging. These pieces can all still reflect the client’s brand, through colour, materials and configuration.”

Bowermans’ workplace solutions are driven by current design trends: hybrid working, agile environments and wellness-focused spaces. Tech-enabled furniture and versatile layouts are increasingly standard as well.

“We focus on creating purposeful, collaborative, and inspiring workspaces through expert consultation and a curated product range,” says Karl. “Our goal is to meet the brief and make our clients’ jobs easier through our expertise.”

Case study: Woolworths Corporate Head Offices

For Woolworths’ Sydney and Brisbane support offices, Bowermans delivered a holistic fit-out to balance corporate functionality with a strong human focus.

The project encompassed desking systems, collaborative spaces, and breakout zones that embody the brand’s culture of connection and innovation, while durability, ergonomics and sustainability were key. These values are reinforced through partnerships with global leaders such as Nowy Styl, one of Europe’s top office furniture manufacturers.

As Karl notes, “Nowy Styl invests heavily in understanding the changing office environment, from ergonomic research to environmental responsibility. Working with such partners allows us to offer products that are progressive and built to last.”

Furniture setting the scene for after-hours

Beyond the 9-to-5, Bowermans’ hospitality range is effortlessly stylish while enhancing the user experience. “Hospitality design is about creating a feeling,” says Karl. “Furniture is more than a backdrop. It anchors the atmosphere and orchestrates the guest experience. Chairs invite comfort across long meals, café tables set the stage for conversation, and modular seating gives operators the freedom to adapt to changing needs.”

Bowermans’ hospitality collection includes certified products and premium materials for longevity, even in high-traffic venues. The company’s membership with the Australasian Furnishing Research & Development Institute (AFRDI) guarantees that every piece meets rigorous standards for durability and ergonomics.

Blurring the lines as work meets leisure

As workplaces take cues from cafés and hotels, and hospitality venues introduce coworking zones, Bowermans’ dual expertise becomes its biggest advantage.

“This convergence is perfect for us,” says Karl. “Because we cater to both markets, we can pivot easily and fulfil a client’s brief with solutions drawn from both our commercial and hospitality experience.”

“We help clients identify where to invest in statement pieces that elevate the space, while sourcing cost-effective options for supporting elements. The result is cohesive, functional, and on-brand, without overspending.”

To support specifiers, Bowermans offers showrooms, sample libraries, and customisation capabilities, alongside close collaboration with supplier partners. “We can host clients in our space or travel to theirs, whatever suits the project best,” adds Karl.

Whether shaping a corporate office space or a wine bar, Bowermans proves great furniture design doesn’t clock off at five o’clock.

View the extensive range on Bowermans website, visit a showroom or contact them via ArchiPro.