Forté’s new Christchurch studio is a space built to spark ideas and showcase what’s possible. Designed in collaboration with Wonder, the fit-out brings together craftsmanship, smart detailing, and the textures that define Forté’s range. More than a display, the studio functions as a space for making decisions, where architects, designers, and clients can explore Forté’s materials up close and see how they come to life in real settings.

From the moment you step inside, you're surrounded by the materials that define Forté’s signature style:

• A full interior fit-out featuring Muuro Wood panelling throughout the offices and consult room
• A bespoke kitchen and display cabinetry crafted from prefinished Alor veneer, topped with a sleek Florim porcelain benchtop
• Custom furniture pieces built in-house from Alor veneer
• A sculptural curved feature wall clad in Muuro Wood
• Hand-applied Rockote Otsumigaki polished plaster walls, adding depth and texture
• Autex-acoustic ceilings fitted with Targetti feature lighting to enhance ambiance
• Exterior cladding in Forté’s own Millboard, tying the inside out
• And custom blackened steel display tables, grounding the space with bold contrast

This studio is more than a showroom, it’s a physical expression of Forté’s ethos. Every element has been considered to showcase the versatility, beauty, and innovation of natural materials, letting the textures do the talking.

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