Date | Week commencing : 24 April 2023 |
Attendees | Alinta Lim dominic.harrison zara fong Tanya Rechberger Mina Bassilious (Unlicensed) Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed) Michele DiBlasio (Unlicensed) |
Mtg Pending |
Project Updates:
GREEN : No more changes
AMBER: Possibility for changes
RED: Will more than likely change
BLUE : New Project
DESIGNER | PROJECT | CATEGORY | Actioned | To do | CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED | CAMPAIGN DATE | FLOCK TARGET DATE | DEVELOPMENT STATUS | RELEASE STATUS | ||
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PALLINO PORTABLE | LIGHTING | ongoing | Tarmac will start prototyping new anodised colour options slowly. Colours driven by Michele. Stock will be late, should be confirmed how long the lead time before sale period starts. Tarmac will let Michele know all stock lead times prior to sale start in order for showroom communication. Spare parts- Mina will look into it and compare to other products ask Yoshi. Then enter spare part items into SAP. Entry for good design awards completed. No stock in GL, should be 35 days (original 45 day lead time) from manufacturing completion. Mina is trying to get confirmation on lead time for this production so that we can update Kitty on production lead time before start of new sale- Urgent. | FLOCK on the water, arrive by Post Autumn Purchase order split into 4 sections, next 3 orders can have colour changes based on market feedback. | POST AUTUMN | May 1st | Completed |
| GREEN | ||
AURA PENDANT | LIGHTING | ongoing | Final samples arrived in TU. Product development 100% complete. Package design completed. Deep etch 16th of May and start on Customer/showroom documentation. Product cards already completed. Instructions completed. Testing the operation mech, 5000 cycles usability. Put this information in product info sheets. Whole product warranty Mina check that it fits in with current warranty pendant system in King range. Mina will contact Coffey about whether they can commit to 2 years warranty for Aura as they do for Lume light. Costings received, awaiting Damien’s feedback. Will push him again. Will need to speak to Michele re lighting introduction process. Could consider holding release back. Name update! Mina send an email to Sarah Joyce and Michele asking them to help come up with a new name. Will airfreight stock for Winter sale release, should place purchase order this week. Mina will ask Michele to work out how many stock pieces and to work together with Yoshi for purchase order. | WINTER- air freight for flock would be required- and stock for immediate release? | Jun 15 | Production week 26th March |
| GREEN | |||
LUNA TIMBER | BARSTOOL | In store. Some damage to packaging. Sam Vergas handling it- Tarmac will followed up- Sam is managing it. Counter stool height on the way, lead time confirmation before entering into flock. Mina will update Michele of the situation. | AUTUMN | Mar 23 | ETA Mar 25 |
| GREEN | ||||
ELEVATE | HOME-OFF | ongoing | Sample completed in GL (missing under desk storage components). Sample was great, but need to speak to mech supplier on the height minimisation (critical). Cecco top sample and costing underway, expected this week. Awaiting rest of product costing from GL. Xiangu sample also completed, awaiting costings from Xiangyu and JiaShun. Investigate how to have a timber ellipse sleeve on the raising mechanism. | SUMMER- delayed by DK | Sept 14 | early July |
| RED | |||
SOLAIR ALU POCKET Accessory (with shade/turn dial shape) | ACCESSORY | ongoing | Samples received from supplier for review - review sent and feedback received, they will implement updates, new sample underway. Still no lead time info. Only black only is suitable for deep etch as silver is unlikely to be ready in time. Deep etch team can manage with this as long as they have a silver swatch to use for photoshop. Package design done- in sampling with supplier. 1 weeks. Not suitable to add light colour update at this late stage. Looking to see if the supplier has an option to change from ‘cool to warm’ light and can’t implement possibly integrate with Home Automation Systems (speak with Tony on DNC on Cloud). We would need to develop the lighting PCB separately in order to have cool to warm lighting available. In terms of production readiness for flock is very much PO dependent. Mina will push Yoshi to send purchase order once design is finalised. | WINTER- even with airfreight will be late due to production lead time. Product sample not completed yet. | - | - |
| RED | |||
HELIO PENDANT | LIGHTING | ongoing | Decided to move to electrical up down down mech due to costs and risks associated with converting manual to multi point system. Tarmac keep conversation moving with Coffey on the electrical up down system. Also Tarmac contact Dylan re App release schedule to decide whether we release with App or with remote functionality instead. Dylan has confirmed can be done by Ingenuity (end of year lead time, however business will need to commit to costs). Not shooting until a direction has been decided. Tarmac to set meeting with TR regarding the modular details conversation before discussion with DK. Talk to DK post Euroluce to confirm that he hasn’t changed his mind based off any previous discussions. Current thought is up down mech (fixed lights only?) and modular system option. Need to ask DK if he’s okay with a round on it’s own or only in modular format. | DELAYED | N/A |
| RED | ||||
ETO DESK V2.0 | HOME-OFF | ongoing | Timber accessories all samples complete. Handful of adjustments with the team, Mina managing in a document. Earliest discussion point with TF is Weds 10th and Friday 12th May. At least some lights for TF to see in person. Mina will air freight a charger unit over to see if the aluminium part can be cut down as per TF request. | paused | June 15 | early April |
| RED | |||
ETO TBL LAMP | HOME-OFF | ongoing | Sample arrived, 95% sample, assessment by Tom required and Tanya talk to DK. Oak colour is wrong. Review with Tom with May. | paused- see above | June 15 | early April |
| RED | |||
ETO TASK LIGHT | HOME-OFF | ongoing | Sample arrived, 95% sample, assessment by Tom required and Tanya talk to DK.- battery missing. Need to make it a non-tipping product after Tom assesses it. Oak colour is wrong. Review with Tom with May. Coffey suggesting Veneered Aluminium base for weight, need TF approval. | paused- see above | June 15 | early April |
| RED | |||
want to move designer | ARC FLOOR (Adjust) | LIGHTING | ongoing | DK feedback was very positive and greatly appreciated. 2nd prototype starting this week for DK request to eclipse from the base. Tooling will be costly but will prototype anyway. DK approved but let’s have the conversation with DK again on form. Pricing of tapered component if worthwhile Michele will look into and get back to us 21st Feb. Double illumination for up/down + dimming + app integration | UNASSIGNED |
| RED | ||||
LUNA MESH BARSTOOL & COUNTER STOOL | OUTDOOR | BAR STOOL: Sample reviewed by CW. The tooling done on the stool is incorrect, this needs to be addressed with GL & fabricator. A whole new seat form has been developed with updates- prototyping request with soft tool (limited use). Find out info on pricing and timing of soft tool- Mina. Making progress with no lead time yet. Mina follow up Shiyang and explain the lead time for sale. COUNTER STOOL: Shorter frame approved and will be incorporated into Timber stool, same base concept used for mesh stool. | POST WINTER | Aug 3 | 16th May |
| GREEN | ||||
LUNA UPH | BARSTOOL & COUNTER STOOL | ongoing | BARSTOOL & COUNTER STOOL: Tooling due 20th March. Have to shift to post winter- want to have photography sample by mid May- Air freight an extra preproduction flock sample for this. Dome consideration to add to seat top. GL did a test- Mina to assess results and discuss with Tanya if tooling change go ahead. Make D40 sample here in TU to assess as well. Flock production week approaching. COUNTER STOOL: Good to go once top is approved. | POST WINTER | Aug 3 | 16th May |
| GREEN | |||
ELEMENT EXTENSION TBL | OUTDOOR | Ongoing | New concept. DK to approve concept/range plan. Waiting on Tanya looking over the brief. (Need to discuss with DK.) Note: design direction from DK is with a D end. Extension mech spec sheet needed by the supplier. Mina do concepts by next week to review. Set meeting to go through it Wednesday 26th April. | Not assigned- paused. Need proper brief. |
| NEW | |||||
DESK CHAIR | HOME-OFF | ongoing | Initial prototype with timber back has been reviewed by DK - feedback was works well with ETO desk. | Not assigned- paused until time allocation completed. |
| NEW | |||||
LIGHTING GALLERY | VM | stopped | Michele spoke to Jackie/Vickie/Emily on requirements Michele feels that in store over product display is a better solution and feasible post Michael discussion. Michele will discuss with DK if he’s in agreement. Design of gallery on pause until DK conversation as may not be required. Not a project as company agreed to install into ceiling. | Not Assigned | - | - |
| RED | |||
DIRECTORS CHAIR | OUTDOOR | Prototype had issues and it wasn’t great. Mina will make new steel prototype to verify the comfort and folding mechanism. Verifying strength in aluminium will be very tricky. After prototype of steel, will ask engineering to verify alu strength in solidworks. Cover test with press studs on steel sample. | Unassigned as yet | Aug 3 | Early May |
| RED | ||||
FIREFLY- outdoor lantern | OUTDOOR | Brief - portable, charging, ip rated, fabric integration for softer feel. Concept stage- conversation with Tanya once prototypes are completed. Jordan to look into mozzie repellant incorporation. Rendering today, will have email for DK ready by Weds 26th April at latest. | Post spring | Aug 3 | Early May |
| RED | ||||
BAR CABINET | CASED GOODS | Commercialisation stage of this product to be considered with Michele first. It has been started, Priorities need to be defined. | Deprioritised | ||||||||
CASED GOODS | CASED GOODS | Commercialisation stage of this product to be considered with Michele first. | Deprioritised | ||||||||
HIGH-LOW floor light | LIGHTING | Commercialisation stage of this product to be considered with Michele first. | DePrioritised | ||||||||
DESIGNER | PROJECT | CATEGORY | Actioned | To do | CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED | CAMPAIGN DATE | FLOCK TARGET DATE | STATUS | |||
ADELAIDE | BEDROOM | Injection moulding completed. Veneering pricing underway. Veneering samples fading too fast compared to GL samples, Dylan finding out if issues. Alinta will follow up Dylan again for standards. Pricing is too high for veneering, Will price product (DK decision) assuming 50% cost reduction from TH. Bed instructions are critical. Dom will do a back up video but possibly CS can handle the video. Packaging sent over. Ji is started- Alinta will follow up. Working on extending sizing rollout after flock. California King- not for US flock, but will be offered- GL for mattress, and other beds. Alinta has sent BOM costing from GL to Jason on 24/03, Jason takes it from here. DK decided must stay in TH. SAP preparation underway. On hold for time being. DK’s test sample underway. Expecting to see TH corner piece sample on Monday afternoon. CNC of the corner parts misquoted and has gone from approx. $18 up to $30 per set. Possibly negotiate down $3 or $4 but no lower. Expect mosquito net sample Monday Afternoon. Everything slower than in China. | WINTER | June 15 | Early April. Qty: 15 pieces |
| AMBER | ||||
DUNE | CASE | DK approved current leg design and low style (not in line with mattress height), Alinta will expand the range as necessary and work with JiaShun on further updates. (Draw mech etc) Attachment method redesign. Ask Dylan about testing criteria. | WINTER | June 15 | Early April. Qty: 15 pieces |
| RED | ||||
CABANA | OUTDOOR | Working with Dylan on these samples. Changes to Adelaide bed impact this project. Corner caps shade system- update CAD and send off 27/03- assess lead time requirements, sun lounge headrest covering system- underway with Allan. Most finished this week. Might be redundant if changing the corner joiner. Aluminium cover Having issues with Frank on Reticulated foam pricing- Dom will ask Frank to order despite high price. Powder coat samples not yet received from Thailand- Alinta will follow up Nan. Knock-ins will be tooled in China, Jason approved. Extra design considerations, not looking at yet:
| POST WINTER | Aug 3 | Early May Qty: TBA |
| RED | ||||
GAZEBO | OUTDOOR | Scope stage, new project suggestion by DK | Not assigned | - | - |
| NEW | ||||
GARDEN CHAIR + OLIVE TABLE | OUTDOOR | In limbo, awaiting update from Alinta during Thailand trip. | POST WINTER | Aug 3 | Early May Qty: TBA |
| RED | ||||
PLATELETT TABLE | OUTDOOR | Adjustable height with manual turning mech. Material selection to be discussed with DK.
| POST WINTER | Aug 3 | Early May |
| RED | ||||
KATO | OUTDOOR |
| POST WINTER | Aug 3 | Early May |
| NEW | ||||
FLOATING 1977 | OUTDOOR | No progress, progress on hold | SPRING | Sept 14 | Early June |
| RED | ||||
ISSHO MARBLE OCC. TBL | CASE | Gloss or honed finished to be sampled with supplier when GL is back. Honed finish is DKs preference. Consider thinner finish on carrara than marquina. Legs in marble? | Not assigned | - | - |
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ISSHO ASYMETRICAL DNG TBL | DINING | Redesign top shape, DK not happy with current form yet. DK suggested prototype using the builder from his house, Alinta has asked Michael, awaiting a response from builder. | Not assigned | - | - |
| NEW | ||||
New organic 2.0 OCC. TBL | CASE | New base option to suit Organic Sofa by Zara Need to follow up Dom on updating. Make marble version. | WINTER | June 15 | Early April |
| RED | ||||
POS FABRIC SAMPLE RACK | N/A | Timeline is ASAP, currently fabric samples stored in cupboards. Alinta is on this and it seems a waste of her time consider design intern on this. | Not assigned | ASAP | ASAP |
| NEW | ||||
DESIGNER | PROJECT | CATEGORY | Actioned | To do | CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED | CAMPAIGN DATE | FLOCK TARGET DATE | DEVELOPMENT STATUS | RELEASE STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1977 | SOFAS | Photoshoot samples to be made in Thailand and TU. Some Leura and white tempest in TU- Sebastian managing with Paul. (Relying on Thailand pattern updates before this can be completed, expected 19/04.) FLOCK + Production from KFT as well as some Tempest and Leura covers for photoshoot. Flock- 60 seats white frames completed which all need updates for magic joiners. Single seat is completed. All white frames of corner/seat/chaise are signed off apart from magic joiner. The covers are not yet signed off. Magic joiner solution for flock is angle nailing on, still to test before confirmation. This Thursday we expect an update on when flock can be produced. We will update Michele after that point. Photoshoot is mid may- photoshoot covers completed by start of May could be 3 weeks late for flock at this stage (with one week Songkran) need update from Frank who is not responding to Seb. Expecting an update on Thursday 20/04 Working on product range expansion. White frame of chaise with arm due 3rd May.
Design registration disclosure - sebastian this week. | WINTER | June 15 | Early April |
| AMBER | ||
MYCO | CASE | Pearson Bulmer (Unlicensed) to share renders, drawing, BOM. To be released with 1977. Timelines will be forwarded to Tanya/Michele today. | POST WINTER | 5th August | Mid May |
| AMBER | ||
OUTDOOR C TABLE | OUTDOOR | Vague brief given to Sebastian by DK. | Unassigned | ||||||
1977 OUTDOOR SOFA | OUTDOOR | Drain through fabric outdoor version of sofa | AMBER | ||||||
DESIGNER | PROJECT | CATEGORY | Actioned | To do | CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED | CAMPAIGN DATE | FLOCK TARGET DATE | DEVELOPMENT STATUS | RELEASE STATUS | ||
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AURA | SOFA | Sofa concept flock underway. Tanya Rechberger working on patent disclosure form for backrest. | WINTER | June 15 | Early April |
| GREEN | ||||
QUAY CHAIR | DINING | Scanning completed? this was to be the guide to CAD for foam molding and steel. Video or the process shared with the team? | Not assigned | - | - |
| RED | ||||
CURVE | SOFA | DK confirmed the design direction. Will transfer to Zara when she has time after Aura and Aura outdoor. | SUMMER? | 26/12 | 24th September |
| AMBER | ||||
JASPER 20th | SOFA | FLOCK on the water. Deep Etch/CGI to be scheduled. AI, Product Cards to be done. VM/Brand to confirm how many packages | AUTUMN | Mar 23 | Jan |
| GREEN | ||||
KATO BED | BEDROOM | Concept to get started | Not assigned | - | - |
| RED | ||||
KATO V2.0 | SOFA | Firmer seat option. Drawing done, Phil to get started, Allan to help with sewing. | Not assigned | - | - |
| RED | ||||
QUAY | BAR STOOL | Sample received by GL. Next steps? | Not assigned | - | - |
| RED | ||||
ARC TASK | LIGHTING | ongoing | Zara working on in between Aura sofa | Unassigned | June 15 | early April |
| RED | |||
AMARA CHAIR SOFT | DINING | DK completed in GL, need to follow through production
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LUNA OCCASIONAL INDOOR CHAIR UPDATE | OCCASIONAL | Charles wants to update the comfort of the inside of the occasional chair, DK has approved the process start. Trying to get Charles to manage the prototyping process. | |||||||||
Super soft foam exploration | SOFA GENERAL | DK wants to explore using a super soft foam which is high density to replace dacron in some circumstances. Seen it at Cassina. The team found a foam to replace LT48, rejected because they didn’t understand the purpose of the foam, as a back up supplier. It wasn’t as good as LT48 so they rejected it. Perhaps they misunderstood the brief. Tanya to ask DK for more details. | |||||||||
DESIGNER | PROJECT | CATEGORY | Actioned | To do | CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED | CAMPAIGN DATE | FLOCK TARGET DATE | DEVELOPMENT STATUS | RELEASE STATUS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HEIRLOOM CHR | DINING | Flock had major issues, outlined in spreadsheet in discussions with Thailand. If 8 more chairs are made for OP, use as this as the QC update guideline. R & P will follow up with Thailand. Need to get up to date CAD out of Thailand- with new June. Leg veneering exploring China and set up QC for GL team to check before shipping. Plastic injection moulding for legs underway- due Upholstery foam improvements, R & P will work through foam cut relief ideas with Thailand. | AUTUMN | Mar 23 | Feb Qty: 26 |
| GREEN | |||
HERITAGE FIX TBL | DINING | Second and final Sample from UZ home underway, expected to be completed | POST SPRING | 4th November | 13th August |
| GREEN | |||
HERITAGE EXT. TBL | DINING | GL Making sample now. Working on multiple avenues at the moment, custom supplier parts and in house version. Working to tight timeline as updated by Team Ponti here 2023 PROJECT CALANDER Ryan&Pearson.xlsx | POST SPRING | 4th November | 13th August |
| AMBER | |||
TASMAN CHR | DINING | Colour samples not accepted. Frank managing the colour match process with Parrawood (new supplier) | POST AUTUMN | May 4 | Mar |
| GREEN | |||
MAGNOLIA TBL | DINING | design stage TBA | POST AUTUMN | May 4 | Mar |
| RED | |||
MAX 2 | SOFA | Project on pause. DK mentioned on Monday Jan 23 what the status was on this project. | Not assigned | - | - |
| RED | |||
LIGHT TIMBER COLOUR OPTION | Pearson has ideas on using Ash instead of Red Oak across the board, it’s cheaper and more durable. Pearson will speak to GL team to get some sampling moving along. | |||||||||
ALAN’s Task List
Completed | To do | Priority Order | Start Date | End Date | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Alinta | Adelaide TALL Headboard | Status TBA. Need to work on finer details for production | MED | |||
Tanya | Sculptural Sofa | Curved back rest, seat, new version with steel frame | HIGH | Ready next week | ||
Pearson | CNC machine | Magnolia Table | HIGH | |||
Jordan | Welders (John’s) | Bench (post electricians) | MED | |||
Sebastian | 1977 | John starting RHC. Allen to make the cover after Tanya’s backrest. | HIGH | This week after Organic backrest |