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Protected: Design our accent floor to win an eco getaway!
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Design our accent floor to win an eco getaway!

Enter our design competition 'Re-floor with Shaw' for your chance to win an eco getaway, and learn about human and environmental health through sustainable flooring products and design!... Read more
By COVRD on Oct 20 2020
Church Street brings the goods
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Church Street brings the goods

We've been in the COVRD studio for almost two years now, and thought we'd take a moment to reflect on how we've settled into the space and look back at how it came to be. ... Read more
By COVRD on Oct 14 2020
Building Immunity Naturally… post COVID
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Building Immunity Naturally... post COVID

As we ease out of COVID restrictions and into the colder months let's aim to find more balance, whilst nestling in. Surround yourself with the people you love, that lift you up and inspire you to be a better person, whilst choosing to do the activities that add more value to your life. Now more than ever is a time to reassess what brings you the greatest of joy, and let go of those things that are no longer of service to your higher self. It's not being selfish, it's simply a form of self care.... Read more
By Covrd on May 28 2020
Instyle – Local Textiles & Acoustics – AU Designed, Made & Stocked
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Instyle - Local Textiles & Acoustics - AU Designed, Made & Stocked

Australian made comes out in front.  Supporting our workers and economy. In these uncertain and unprecedented times we feel it’s even more important to recognise our Australian made products, industry and workers.  From its establishment, 30+ years ago, Instyle has been a long-standing supporter of local wool growers and the AU textile manufacturing industry. Instyle’s range contains over 80% Australian designed and manufactured commercial textiles and acoustic panels, sold into both local and international markets. ... Read more
By Covrd on Apr 21 2020
Church St Opening
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Church St Opening

It was a balmy Friday evening, early March 2020..the eski’s were brimming with ice and bottles, the DJ was spinning vinyl, the grazing table looked almost too good to eat, and we frocked up in our warehouse attire. The office and warehouse space of COVRD & Humanscale looked as schmick as it ever has.  ... Read more
By COVRD on Apr 21 2020
Ecoustic Sculpt collection of designer acoustic ceiling tiles by Instyle
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Ecoustic Sculpt collection of designer acoustic ceiling tiles by Instyle

Not only has Instyle launched Ecoustic® Sculpt collection – a highly-functional and intelligent acoustic ceiling system, their product also won the Best New Acoustic Panels and Solutions Gold Award at Neocon this year.... Read more
By COVRD on Nov 09 2018
How to choose the right leather
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How to choose the right leather

While leathers may seem similar on the surface, not all leathers are created equal. Leather can vary greatly in quality, how it looks, feels and how it performs.... Read more
By COVRD on Sep 11 2018
Acoustic FAQs
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Acoustic FAQs

Sound absorptive acoustic products are necessary to control reverberated noise in building interiors to allow occupants to communicate clearly and be comfortable in an interior environment. Poor acoustics can negatively affect productivity, mood, health and enjoyment of being in a space.... Read more
By COVRD on Sep 11 2018
Room acoustics for offices
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Room acoustics for offices

“I currently work in a cubicle – my neighbours are a man in the midst of a divorce, a woman with a problem child, another woman with an elderly parent who should be in a care facility. The only cure for my personal hell would be a quiet room with a door. Perhaps my employer would then get his money’s worth from my workday … Did I mention that I am across from the copier?” Sound Matters: How to Achieve Acoustic Comfort in the Contemporary Office... Read more
By COVRD on Sep 06 2018
Room acoustics for hospitality
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Room acoustics for hospitality

Bars and restaurants often incorporate open kitchens as well as hard, sound-reverberating surfaces such as glass, timber, polished concrete floors and hard seating. These trends have resulted in increased noise and disruption to patrons and more importantly to staff, often to the detriment of their health and wellbeing. These interior design trends are now driving the demand for sound absorptive and to a lesser degree sound diffusive materials.... Read more
By COVRD on Jun 10 2018