SOFT FIRM
"FIGHT FOR THE THINGS THAT YOU CARE ABOUT,
BUT DO IT IN A WAY
THAT WILL LEAD OTHERS TO
JOIN YOU"
- RUTH BADER GINSBURG
A FAMILY LAW PRACTICE DESIGNED WITH THE WARMTH OF HOME & THE ELEGANCE OF A WORKPLACE.
Our office fitout for family law firm, FARRAR, GESINI,DUNN reimagines the legal office as a place of safety, warmth & connection.
Drawing inspiration from the elegance of a Parisian apartment, Art Deco–inspired mouldings, wall trims & concealed doors bring refinement & continuity through the client-facing areas.
In contrast, the main workspace and central kitchen are defined by exposed service ceilings — a gentle nod to the inherent messiness of life & the philosophy of ‘laying it all bare’ that underpins family law
Herringbone parquetry, inset carpets & vintage furnishings layer tactility & history into the space, while antique reception pieces set a tone of timeless grace from the moment of arrival.
At the heart of the workspace, a generous kitchen island becomes the anchor for connection, acknowledging that many of life’s hardest conversations are softened over a cup of tea.
A soft Australian bush palette of warm whites, muted pinks & earthy greens establishes a sense of calm, while dark timber floors anchor the kitchen with quiet drama.
Together, these elements create an environment that is both grounding & uplifting, a considered backdrop for the delicate practice of family law.
COLLABORATORS
DESIGN TEAM: KIM KNEIPP, CLAUDIA BLOXSOME, PAIGE RHODES
LOCATION: ELIZABETH ST, MELBOURNE
YEAR OF COMPLETION: 2024
PHOTOGRAPHER: LISA COHEN