Issue 59

The Life Outside Issue

Introducing the Life Outside issue of Habitus magazine. With life increasingly being absorbed into a digital space, there is never a more important moment to hold something tangible. In this context, the power of nature to have a physiological impact on our sense of wellbeing has never been more important. So how can we cultivate the benefits of the our natural environment in the most intimate of places – our homes? This was the question that helped to bring this issue of Habitus to life.

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A new home of Scandinavian design opens its doors in Brisbane

Great Dane has opened its doors on a new Brisbane outpost, bringing its quality, hand-crafted furniture to life at a welcoming soiree.

After searching high and low for the perfect location, Great Dane has found a new home for its Brisbane showroom, now open in Fortitude Valley.

The cavernous warehouse space has been transformed into a luxury setting, with a warm and minimalist backdrop to let the full range of Scandinavian furniture and lighting shine.

Photo by Cieran Murphy

Conceived as a space where customers are invited to linger and lounge, the new showroom is focused on encouraging visitors to really get to know each piece and its unique backstory.

“The showroom has been designed to feel like a home. Customers become a part of it and are treated like family, crafting their own journey, and learning about the makers who have selected the perfect Swedish leather or tree planks for their table,” shares Great Dane founder, Anton Assaad.

While undeniably a reflection of the Great Dane ethos, the Brisbane outpost is a lighter and brighter space than the Sydney and Melbourne counterparts. Sage green and white walls create a gentle ambience, which is more in line with the sub-tropical locale.

To honour the new space, an official opening was held where architects, designers and clientele were invited to the new showroom in true Great Dane hospitality.

Exquisite wines and canapes were served, with a grazing table featuring Nordic twists. Guests mingled long into the balmy night, spilling out into the street.

Salute to the perfect occasion for the perfect space.

Great Dane Brisbane
2 Prospect Street, Fortitude Valley
greatdanefurniture.com

Showroom photography – Cieran Murphy
Event photography – Claudia Baxter

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About the Author

Aleesha Callahan

Aleesha Callahan is the editor of Habitus. Based in Melbourne, Australia, Aleesha seeks out the unique people, projects and products that define the Indo Pacific region. Aleesha was previously the editor of Indesignlive.com and has written and contributed to various publications and brands in her 10 years in the architecture and design industry, bringing intimate insight to her stories having first trained and practised as an interior designer. Her passion for mid-century design and architecture began while living and working in Berlin.

A new home of Scandinavian design opens its doors in Brisbane

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