Week commencing : running list

DOMINIC

DESIGNER

@dominic.harrison

@dominic.harrison

@dominic.harrison

Plateau SOFA Outdoor

Open

OUTDOOR

• New occasional tables started production, flock started and not finished Jun 18, 2024 Dom ask Nok to send order numbers

  • ceramic option ready once the rubber bumpers come in from GL order. (Live for sale Jun 25, 2024 )

    • Organise for rubber bumpers to be shipped out to showrooms with instructions as frames were sent without.

• Sourcing FRP and other options through KFT Purchasing team May 20, 2024 - purchasing needs a push. In hiatus.

  • also investigating with GL wire mesh from fencing (5mm wire so 10mm total) welded around the top edge with sling cover over the top. (Have to run past DK after sample completed.)

• Nok trialing DK’s new idea- testing in KFT, also investigating non- suspension methods which are more production friendly than current.- Awaiting Ao’s time May 20, 2024 in hiatus

• Soften the seat cushion and Backrests (foam supplier update has contributed to firmness) -. Assessed the current construction - seat dome went missing, so increase the layer to match initial design preference Jul 12, 2024 Made one sample which was softer but not soft enough. @dominic.harrison discuss with Shiyang if it can be softer still, also discuss with Michele/Therese if there’s room in margin for getting more expensive to be softer. Consider back rest softer too.

• UK add in non-drain through with UK indoor foam for OD- IF confirmed (likely not needed)- Update collateral NPI (product info sheet- wiki etc)- follow up Chantelle for whether orders were if not- can push to later. IF orders need to have customer aware of the change in fabric options. May 20, 2024 Removed from sale.

ON HOLD

@dominic.harrison

DIGITAL POS STANDS

Showroom VM only

Meeting with Marian, Kirsty, Jason, Alinta Wednesday (16/08) to discuss timelines, requirements for Digital POS, GL production. Still working on this, Dom to speak to Jack regarding the iPad ordering and testing process. Nov 8, 2023 Speak to Shiyang about concepts and locking mechanism for ipad.

Prototype the concept here Mar 4, 2024 Adam Brief in, later.

Reach out to Rodney for further guidance Aug 27, 2024

ON HOLD

IN PRODUCTION

@dominic.harrison

Malabar Ceramic on King Cove

Implementing Malabar onto the KingCove product.

Sep 17, 2024 Part numbers have arrived, confirm with pricing team if they are happy with this price as an extra finish, add with Kitty, and reach out for production start week to GL. Sep 24, 2024 Don’t wait on pricing, just go ahead.

Update product info sheets with new finishes and new style.

ALINTA

FOLLOW UP WHILE ALINTA AWAY (BACK JAN 10)

• PAPERBARK
  By 6th December - get VM flock quantities of Monument tables to replace Driftwood with Paperbark. Send quantities to GL, flock needs to leave by 2452 (week starting 23 December) for Autumn sale.
  Shiyang to request Showroom sample tile artwork for labels. Artwork done. Chantelle place orders for showrooms. (Can’t release before March due to stock)

• MALABAR
  Going live from Summer sale on King Cove shelves and coffee tables. Hussain to add to campaign kit.

• CABANA
  GL to do Weatherguards when a little quiet

• OLIVE FRAME STRENGTHENING
  GL to try welding the middle assembly, feasibility for production.

PROJECT

PROJECT HISTORY (TANYA)

ACTIVE TASKS (ALINTA)

RELEASE CAMPAIGN + DATE

FLOCK PRODUCTION TARGET

HORIZON BED RANGE EXTENSIONS - GRAND AND STORAGE BED

• need a new SKU for headboard as it looks bad raised up yet the storage tub and tube attachments are different to floating bed. Need time for GL to get it right (squeezed right now), so put on list for post spring and reconsider time line Oct 1, 2024 Welding bottleneck, consider timeline after it’s passed.

• Verizon - vertical lines on the bed (make a sample wing when Allan has time for DK’s assessment.) No time promises until 1977 pattern stress is passed.

• GL to be production ready on agreed list by PW2453.

• Dec 2, 2024 Can’t release in Summer sale due to Cylindo not being ready (and no flock or photoshoot assets).

• Check if ready when Alinta gets back on 10 January

Post Spring Sale (no flock) at earliest.

SPEAKER BRACKET UNIVERSAL

Adam working on clamp design resolution. No next milestone, Adam will let Alinta know when ready to discuss next.

Aug 6, 2024 Improve scoping documentation to better sell to the business.

Work on reducing the tooling costs without reducing scope. Aug 6, 2024

Estimate tooling around 45,000 rmb.

• Adam to redefine small-end cut off point. Decided not to include Vizio speakers.

• Check for improved aesthetic options and approx costs then ensure DK’s still on board.

• Revisiting the design for above new info.

• Tanya Alinta catch up arvo Dec 3, 2024

Trundle/Horizon Sofa bed

Feb 19, 2024 Had briefing chat with DK and Michele- target BOM $400 and 550 AUD. - currently within BOM targets

V1 Prototype costings received - $489 AUD

1. Raw material (Metal+Plywood+foam+pocket spring)= 700RMB

2. Powder coating (estimated)=200RMB

3. Legs (Jasper) =70RMB

4. Mattress lining material = 200RMB

5. Back (no change as before)=314RMB (without cost of fabric)

6. Covers = 500RMB??? Maybe

Dom put together 3 options for DK, including trundle concept (with market disruptor upgrades), cheap finger slat option and Oscar upgrade (maybe not fall to Dom)- just for strategy conversation.

Start with 800 x 2000 size first (EU KING when open) for first prototype. (Maybe smaller AU Queen (1520 x 2030) as an option too). Start CAD tomorrow. Aug 6, 2024 Order steel tomorrow.

DK mentioned thinner mattresses might look neater. He also thinks that the Horizon bed style is the more saleable. Aug 27, 2024

Duplex = 170 euro vs Oscar mech = 114.85 euro. (DK doesn’t like anymore and too pricey).

Sedac BQ EZ mech from local china supplier = 350 rmb or 650 rmb for mech + frame.

Assessed mech in person in GL, sending to TU now in container.

Dec 2, 2024 Shiyang wants to have Li Shu as a resource only if Sedac can’t offer to our requirements. We don’t have high confidence on this.

DK confirmed deep seat to make a Queen from a one step slide forward, rather than a 2step slide out. Preference to develop own mechanism 2050mm for sleeping normally rather than sideways.

UNDER BED LIGHTING KIT

• Under bed light option- functionality sample to arrive Monday Jul 15, 2024 new dates after that.

• Kirsty is aware of it not being ready to sell for Spring.

  • Not ready for Spring release, but will be transferrable to other products.

  • (hard to quantify timeline) - wait for return of quote from supplier before committing to timeline. Aug 6, 2024

• Project team is set together Dylan, Shiyang and Alinta. Dylan/Shiyang taking current lead for now, sending parts to suppliers.

• Cost price estimate set by Dylan at $38 AUD, a little high for now, but something to start and assess as we go. Aug 6, 2024 -

• Guangzhou supplier can’t work with us direct. Need to figure out alternative plan.

  • Will use existing GL supplier, pushing out review until at least (GL capability dependent) Jan 13, 2025

low priority

CABANA

Change to threaded part OR button/live hinge for the elastic end caps on the Shade cloth poles. (Commercial had a customer where they keep coming loose.)

• Consider Pergola and swing

• Kahn and Sebastian ordering in curtain fabric to test new shade method. Unknown on delivery time just yet. Shift to new year.

• Teak look ceramic for shelf. Sample pieces en route to TU

• More CS issues- look at in KFT- ran out of time. Clean up production area in KFT and see if it’s improving things, also analyse CS data on return to office.

• Shiyang measured frame, to make Weatherguard in GL when quiet.

• DK 4/12/24 agreed to adding vents in shade cloth

DUNE BEDSIDE TABLE/Case Goods

• Plan to

  • Then Ask Jiashun for updated quotes based on the 2 drawer and single drawer option.

  • Analyse cost down opportunities on this product through JiaShun including

    • Melamine timber painted panel on rear

    • Cheapest (with longevity option) on the underside hidden under screwed on top finish Ask jiashun to advise here (no marble requirement for top)

    • create a timeline for possible release (relying on Arsalan for transport components)

    • Range extension development - be guided by Aspen and Dainelli range currently on offer plus a tall boy Sep 17, 2024

    • Costing targets received from Michele, check if current costs meet this. Landed Cost target: maximum $305-$350

    • Consider a stowaway product in this range (bar/dresser/desk chameleon)- new year

• Hold off registration (need cost comparisons for different construction methods) but ensure prior to cut off date.

• Alinta to review Jiashun quotes. by Dec 3, 2024 Direction comes from this.

• DK approved quote to proceed with flock 3/12/24.

DELTA AND JASPER COAST TRANSFER TO KFT

Ben decided to let KFT start making Delta and Jasper Coast 24/10/24

• Which product takes priority- Delta Coast first.

• Source components in KFT and buy from China any unavailable.

• Order golden sample for KFT (after skirt decision)

• DK agreed to heavy rope+zip+velcro skirt. 3/12/24

• style guide for logo placement on injected products (work with Harry for this) - NEW YEAR

MALABAR CERAMIC

• Need to rollout to King Cove and Quay Console to help use up offcut stock, otherwise supplier will increase prices on Quay dining tables.

• GL to let Alinta know on timings.

• Add to powder coat options in Quay for now. Consider having timber veneer solution in the future. (NEW YEAR)

CERAMIC - ‘PAPERBARK’ NEW TRAVERTINE

• Shunhui travertine monument, issho, samples arriving GL15/11/24.
  plus one sheet for Rodney and Ryan’s VM tables.

• Need flock ordered prior to Christmas for Autumn sale.

• Add to Issho range in new year - figure out timings.

CERAMIC - TEAK TIMBER

• Potential use - Plateau sofa and dining, King Cove, Morpheus,

• Must have a frame around the edges, should not look directly at body edge.

• Prototyping but DK keen

CERAMIC -WHITE MARBLE + RED MARBLE

• Potential use - Quay,

• small pieces in container on way to TU

• Prototyping on Olive for large pieces (although looks nicer with timber)

OLIVE RANGE EXTENSIONS

• DK signed off on olive occasion range extensions drawings 04/09/24.

• need to fix stability before proceeding.- with GL.

• Dec 2, 2024 Follow up with GL (Alinta provided plan to Shiyang and Pan)

Non-Storage Storage Beds

DK wants to offer cheaper non-storage option on all our storage beds.

• Does Serenade need it as we offer sleep plus?

• Cheaper for slats- so continue with Delta method. Sep 30, 2024

• Green light from Shiyang, since no new items and most of the work will be on Pricing team.

• Park until Marian confirms sizes. - Wait until Delta scope is rolled out.

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CASSIA BED

To Do:

• CAD work to hand over to welders. Speak to Phil today first to confirm good foam techniques.

• Cassia bed, has wrapping headboard around the mattress, CAD for headboard complete- add smart pocket locations and weld up when break in Cassia schedule.

• Using Reo leg for front of Cassia bed (new name). Figure out height.

• No time yet! Next year list? @Tanya Rechberger

< ON HOLD >

GARDEN CHAIR

Low priority in 2024, develop with GL?

Spoke to Shiyang, work with an outside supplier perhaps to get it moving? On lowdown for now.

Alinta to review Chinese quote.

< ON HOLD >

ADELAIDE BED CHINA

• Adelaide bed leather meterage for Kitty.- Waiting for Ao to have time. Nov 13, 2024

Whether we make improvements to the product, depends on urgency.

Can push away for 6 months (agreed by DK) Jun 18, 2024

< ON HOLD >

SEBASTIAN

DESIGNER

@Sebastian

1977

SOFAS

CORNER 1977

Re-design and revision. CAD ongoing and will make sample from CAD estimate completed CAD: Sep 16, 2024 , afterward tooling and off tool sample Sep 20, 2024 KFT Busy for now, no updates until GL completes their part and passes back. Still awaiting the GL updates, needed to reach out to Sebastian to understand updates.

• GL samples not approved yet, Sebastian hopes to approve Chair, Sq corner and items before Christmas, but need full range produce-able in China before release. (need arms etc)

• Work with Shiyang to get full low back range into GL first and then high back range ( later after the release. Shying to confirm the sourcing quality teams readiness

• Outdoor not yet due to aluminium issues in China.

• Awaiting approval of other items following chair approval (pending that it works with the rest of range pieces.) Dec 18, 2024 Chat with Shiyang about comparing the Thailand versions to the GL versions.

LEATHER-

• Ao did a chair and corner in leather, but as a cohesive unit DK’s not happy yet. Need to talk to DK to see where his head’s at. Not doing anything until DK brings it up again, as DK not happy with them not fitting side by side. No update, awaiting time and prioritising.

• Assess GL white frames after update to see if they can used shared bases as DK suggested doing multiple versions, such as bottom edges being rounded (add plywood pieces etc).

CONTOUR

• sample of curve underway, 1 str is 15 degree contour completed in foam.

• 2 str and 1 str in container on way to Australia estimate due Nov 20, 2024 Delayed by container damage and return to KFT.

• Don’t commence jig until we are ready to produce.

• DK wants to trial a smaller circle format as the current angle version is quite large. Prototype in TU and have further discussions. Try cardboard cut on floor for conversation.

Dec 5, 2024 1977 indoor outdoor leg- start manufacture in China now with multi cavity. Check for outdoor friendliness of China materials.

Cost optimisation project, saving foam, metal, springs, fabric/pattern usage variation, magic joiner capability.

WINTER

June 15

Early April

Current top priority

@Sebastian

1977 OUTDOOR SOFA

OUTDOOR

• Contoured curve piece- in future.

ONGOING

@Sebastian

1978 HIGH BACK- range ex

SOFA

Tilt and rocking mechs - ON HOLD - BUT STILL ON TABLE, mech seems flimsy, Seb to contact GL for an improved mechanism. (Contacted but awaiting reply from Shiyang so reaching out to Leo Xia instead and cc Shiyang). Oct 23, 2024 Add a veneered vacuum formed cover to make it look more beautiful later.

Remaking mech in KFT- Ball working on reverse engineering the mech. Pick up in February with KFT Nov 28, 2024 Understand what was done in Thailand on it- set a meeting if Kae doesn’t know.- Cover the base with Leather (DK idea).

Leather High Back- with or without pinch seam trialing underway. - DK thinks Allan is only person who can do this. ON HOLD. Does DK still want it?

HB square corner in CAD underway. Lower the priority on this. Try to do today Oct 30, 2024

• Not quite a tall low back corner, it has a 200mm front section to make it a bit larger. Use radius on internal and external back.

Concern about fly seams not lining up horizontally on 1978. Check steel location first then add checking jig for QC to check before they go out.

ONGOING

@Sebastian

Cast base1 x 1 metre COFFEE table and side table

OCCASIONAL

Cast concrete base- sample with supplier, also investigating

Form study of base in Marble in GL will send to TU on air freight, ask for photos with a top. Then if good make with a heavy base for stability test- ask supplier for stability info on the base.

New shape for table top in marble, do timber version as well. CNC a top sample.

Still need further exploration of the base colour, not happy yet.

Dec 5, 2024 Sebastian has done a design for a mechanism, 3D print a sample to see if it works, and if it does explore costs and if it’s worthwhile compared to nothing.

Review samples and keep it moving (assessing aggregate).

ONGOING

Current top priority

@Sebastian

LEATHER TOP DESK

Indoor case goods

Bankers desk with leather inlay. Concept in development- but later.

Yes - in presentation files. Not top priority (lower cost desk).

@Sebastian

Book shelf

Working through a presentation of ideas. Seb set a meeting to go through it.

Modular book shelf concept for business would be valuable over the break

ON HOLD.

Priority

@Sebastian

Table lamp base

Lighting

Prototype arrived here, tipping issue investigated.

Make 3 samples to reduce tipping.

Worked out the base size with required weights- hope to be ready to produce in Feb. Organise the photography once we complete sample. No Cylindo yet as the smart lights don’t appear to be in Cylindo so base would be redundant.

Still to add to Asana board in future.

@Sebastian

Myco Stone collection

Occasional side tables

Marble for indoor is the preference. Too pricey for now.

When ready we’ll slowly inform the business.

Green marble table top looks good.

Marble variation information for customers.

Marble top needs extra steel for support.

Sampling 2 new reds from approved green marble supplier.

Still to add to Asana board in future (once we’re sure on red sourcing.)

Review drawings and then prepare for release.

Current top priority

@Sebastian

1977 Pool floats

Bean bag version - using fancy tricot. Emma making sample of inner liner, Sebastian will assess the bead options available for outdoor and if they are crushable for transport. Aug 15, 2024 Put beans in.

Sep 4, 2024 bag lining for beads sample still in progress, unsure of completion date.

Frame stand base option- DK wants to explore.

Add toggle details to Production in China and assembly instructions (on Adam's list).

Finished- Anastasia working on it.

NPI for the pool floats. Anastasia has it under control.

Register the corner.

@Sebastian

1977 Commercial

Khans request for contract specific 1977 modules.

• firmer foams and higher leg options (tell Khan that other feet will be available). Confirmed with Khan the plans prior to starting. (Can arm be permanently attached.)

• Offer the existing plastic joiner.

• Priced up mostly no12 foam - price is $10 better so far- so looking promising. (Essentially outdoor foam shapes in NO12 on indoor steel frame, with arm updates that Ball needs to create for production friendly.) Oct 16, 2024

• Need new covers.

• Design stage completed (arm and foam types)- with KFT on their long list, not sure on timeline yet. Oct 16, 2024

• Follow up with Kae to get back on list.

@Sebastian

Dog Bed

DK asked for one, Seb to update Tanya with mini brief when available.

NOT WORKING ON YET_ Maybe transfer to Kim.

ON HOLD

@Sebastian

Compression version of 1977/1978

• Flat pack 1977 projects

• order samples from the chinese supplier (Chair and arm rest)

• Bed involved in this too (compression bed)

HIGH PRIORITY

PROJECT

Haven Sofa

SOFA

• Note: James thinks Supersoft foam is an MDI foam not a TDI foam.

KFT SAMPLING

• GL making cover updates, and then return to KFT. Dec 9, 2024

DEC KFT

ETA 2413

High

AURA MODULAR

SOFA

• Brief has been started, need to chat with DK and get more feedback on:

  • comfort requirements- Medium level?

  • modularity - DK clear that it’s not LH/RH requirements.

  • Expect it will be popular with trade clients if it doesn’t have typical King features. Ensure DK is across this.

• Zara plan- no back cushion use Neo comfort as a guide (avoid feather if possible). Compact form.

• DK said he wants to release for Autumn sale, flock would have to leave before Christmas, so unlikely to have flock in time.

• Zara working through curved corner drawings and long chaise arm (wedge piece and 90 degree curve) Dec 9, 2024. Both only for after flock.

• Solve the naming issues.

Higher PRIORITY (DK request)

MED

AURA CHAIR 2 SEATER / 3 STR

Profile matches to Aura Modular.

• GL is in CAD modelling completed. Awaiting Chen time ON HOLD UNTIL MODULAR VERSION COMPLETED.

MED

Oasis launch Phase 2

• Low dining

• Dining

OUTDOOR

• DK confirmed he would prefer the snatched waist option to the cylinder base on the long tables.

• consideration is currently 1300 diameter for 3-4 Quay armchairs and 4-5 regular dining chairs. Consider this as only round for now, then longer D-end forms will be more useful in standard dining height than low.

• Target price needed- Michele unable to provide target BOM as yet- awaiting NPI

• Round table- New sample with supplier Dec 3, 2024 Jane knows what to do if sample is good.

POST WINTER 2024

MED

Oasis launch Phase 2

• Square table

• curve one maybe

OUTDOOR

• Powder coating completed (why?) - weaving this week sample due Nov 4, 2024 - Awaiting GL conversation to describe issues.

  • DK not loving the form but okay with it, see them with ceramic and nesting tables.

• lower priority, but actually really easy.

• Jan 10, 2025 DK asked to prototype for the curve.

• GL sampling a high and low square coffee table now.

LOW

Oasis bench

OUTDOOR

• Sample in GL with weave and storage base - in weaving in GL. Dec 9, 2024 low priority.

LOW

Aura less deep

• Will transfer all these changes to Aura standard products. (just update the 2 normal curved backs for Aura Deep, don’t add a third back for that one.)

• DK agreed to 3 small arms for this product. Dec 3, 2024 And then changed his mind.

  • try a full foam long arm with weights in the front at some point.

MED

Haven bed

Bed

• Start drawing it up next week. Jul 1, 2024

  • initial thoughts-

    • chunky soft sides (a bit smaller than Jasper)

    • up down mech, consider keeping

    • premium product

    • sunken storage mech (raise sides perhaps)

    • soft and marshmallow like

    • consider having different height settings for the different mattress heights.
      
      New DK note to Tan,

• Maintain flex mech

  • No need to include up down

  • Don’t have back horizontal back bar, use back as the horizontal

  • Sunken bed - that can raise and lower to different heights as desired to designer- possibly too difficult need to assess the mechanism

  • Can motorised bed sheets go on the bed when upright? i.e. can we use that for bedmaking position in a sunken bed? Go to showroom if they have one

  • Add other headboard options the base - Horizon and Verizon first solution. Aug 13, 2024

• Mech sample to get to GL - arrived. Making sample in GL and can then assess the frame. Nov 8, 2024

• When sample is complete, check if lower legs motion bed mech can have sheets replaced in this product when upright. (Overall check all features for compatibility.)

• Issue with leg, potential of making frame in house. Frame leg interfere with tub. but make in house could cost more initially as we don’t have tooling and volume per supplier does. - Consider if a leg could be custom made to fit into the existing tubs.

HIGH

KingKube

SOFA

• Prototyping next sample with 30S foam on the bottom and around pocket springs.

• Considering offering 2 options, one premium with frame and pocket springs and a crushing springs. Dec 9, 2024

Q2 next year

LOW

Firefly

Lantern

• Redoing it in thinner wires and rounder shape (weave and frame is higher priority).

• Frame awaiting weaving Dec 9, 2024

POST WINTER

LOW

New WeatherWeave Quay chair outdoor

OUTDOOR

• Sand colour- send out SAP news and campaign kit. (work with Hussain.)

• Cylindo new colour- Check with Hussain.

SPRING LAUNCH - FLOCK ARM DINING CHAIR AND ONLINE ONLY FOR COUNTER STOOL AND BAR WITH NEW WEAVE

2420/2424

IN GL

Riven

CASE GOODS

Briefed from Chantelle to happen.

• Adjust size of bedside overall (2 sizes, a medium and a large) in CAD with drawer size adjustment on large one - End of this week Sep 20, 2024

• legs removed to sit directly on floor

• ensure it looks novel.

Try to finish Design CAD concepts by Oct 10, 2024

• Maybe colour glass - source

• Riven bed side updated to DK’s comment

  • Smaller drawers

  • Plinth base - try something less similar to competitors- we like the little legs for now.

  • Tall boy, low boy - range

  • Maybe modular?

• Plan whole range

• Consider stowaway product

• Ordered Bedside table prototypes - one with ledge for side of drawer opening and one with push to open. Dec 9, 2024

Motorised bed

BED

• Consider wall panel/headboard for the no sides bed. On hold Jun 11, 2024

• King twin bed - email DK for his opinion on long single 2x (preference) vs 2x king single (change/ add to all bed). Put forth the factories concerns about volume of SKU’s to DK. DK confirmed he’s happy to pause on twin bed.

• Okin supplier is on the table, but we would have to make frames in house- still in consideration mode.

• Spare parts - entering into sap (Hussain) (order MOQ from supplier). High spec Spare parts doc is on Adam’s plate for now. Cross referencing through Hussain Jul 30, 2024

• Great idea of using smaller existing bed sizes for safety purposes in larger frame - run through this theory before committing ie- queen size frame in king size bed. Zara talk to Shiyang. Oct 15, 2024 - price diff about 10-20% issues with SG queen size.

  • doing some final cross checking Oct 24, 2024

• Propose using long singles x two for split mattress. Dec 3, 2024

Winter sale - jasper online

Spring - promenade and serenade

Flock Spring

TBD

Haven chair

Feature chair

• Research and design feature chair for Haven.

• Rendered one design

  • try a wrap around and smaller footprint size (don’t be constrained by existing base size)

PAUSE UNTIL FUTURE

AURA

SOFA

• Larger ottoman - maybe storage- pause

• light bracket- pause

• Get GL to trial stretchy fabric - add gusset to tempest sample, do base for it too. - To ask DK - it’s done but we don’t think it looks that great.

• New backrest foam shape - Discussed with DK, he wants to push it forward, but there is no room left. Possibly heighten backrest as well Jan 23, 2024 - no update since Delta Coast work on when Zara is in GL. Awaiting yuan time

• Quality issues have come through from team- going through a sample product at each production stage to try to locate possible issues. Our high dimensional accuracy requirements are causing issues for the tube bending supplier, and we are searching for a new supplier. Sep 3, 2024

  • Consider adding more QC checkpoints along the production process, after finding the problem areas

    • Checked on the line, have some improvement ideas, sampling new frame idea. Sep 20, 2024

  • Assessed and evaluated entire production process, will test a new sample with minor changes to try to rectify above issues. Sample before committing, but Win is keeping Quality engineers informed. Sep 12, 2024 Actively worked on now.

  • Yuan made a timber border sample for storage. Unsure- get cover on and assess in GL. Also assess price as it is quite a lot of overkill. Oct 29, 2024

WINTER 23

Early April

COMPLETED

Quay Armless Chair- Foam moulding for upholstered

DINING CHAIR

• Supplier confirmed that we can’t make envelope style. Did hook version.

• Seat to modify frame for comfort - too firm frame digging into leg. Yuan investigated, no easy solution- pick up after Delta Coast again. Mar 5, 2024 Yuan is super busy.

• ON HOLD- When Yuan’s available. 40% along development process- with R&D now

NOT ASSIGNED

GL PROTOTPYE STAGE

KFT ZAZA

SOFA

DK approved the Zaza in leather

• GL underway with new version, needs a new sample. Dec 3, 2024

• Jig checks in KFT underway for extra SKU’s.

• Small enough change to be seen as a product improvement without flock alignment. (Only area of concern to be a small gap between arm/backs.) But we should create an update guide for internal business.- needs a V4. Need to solve this internal question.

Removable of charge shelf

Product improvement

• let showroom and vm knows that the flat shelf end is removed from light charge shelf.

• Update assembly - awaiting layout from GL.

Dainelli Tall boy?

sourcing

• do GL purchasing have record of the tall boy - on to do list.

MOTORISED BED IN NEO/ENCORE

Should we review sales first?

DK confirmed he’s happy to pause on this and on twin bed.

ON HOLD

Adelaide motorised bed

• Need to check Adelaide bed sales - is it selling well enough to make in China? To advise later.

• On hold

PAUSE TILL NOTICE

Frameless Motion Bed

BED

Checked with Michele, it would be a commercially viable project.

• Zara will check if it’s best with the smaller safety sides we have to stop crushing, or if we should have wider frames. Oct 8, 2024

ELLA

DESIGNER

PROJECT

CATEGORY

CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED

CAMPAIGN DATE

FLOCK TARGET DATE

RELEASE STATUS

@Ella

KING Sofa Bed

Sofa/Sofa Bed

• New Knock-in status- underway

• Still to solve:

  • SAP items for future colours and packages. - still not worked out

  • Cardboard Boxes- need to confirm with Carol future box size Dec 17, 2024

• Velcro added to backrest internals, Foam Co glues it in. First batch, Ella gives to Tim, but speak to Jack Lam about future methods. Nov 28, 2024 When raise next order send some velcro too (in new year).

Future tasks:

• Pins for joining steel, DK wants to explore non stainless, we might start with stainless anyway. (Test with stainless but explore mild steel.)- only if transferring across to KFT in future Oct 3, 2024 ON HOLD

• Glass bead for front of arms. Further conversation with Leo X for most cost effective solution. Follow up for timeframe- we know we need to use expensive batch for first round, also ask Leo to keep sourcing a cheaper supply though. Oct 16, 2024

  • Chase up Leo on glass beads- we’d like recyclable but decent price and right size. Add alibaba search.Oct 24, 2024 Pebbles are off the table, awaiting feedback on ball bearings. Ella chase up Dec 12, 2024

• Ella to make list of product improvements for next round.

  • consider harder foam on front panel for recovery. (Chase up Carol.) and see if we can test here or with Tim somehow.

• Cutting down glad wrap bag is a preference as so much plastic right now.- Chase up Carol Dec 12, 2024

• China production:

  • glue drying concerns (mould in container plus tackiness)

  • long term compression tests (hard foam at front)

  • colour of foam

  • foam hardness tests for comfort

  • fabric pattern updates

  • compression style tests

  • packaging

  • logistics in other countries (this feeds back into packaging)

  • SAP

  • Wheels for box- start exploration now.

  • Glass beads

  • gluing velcro (cut during use)

  • US production (testing requirements) UK foam and fabric requirements

Ella Sugo

US produced sofa bed mattress for US market- For Oscar/ReoG Sofa Bed

Sofa Bed Mattress

Put into production in Australia our existing Sofa bed mattress for the US market (huge tariff on Asian production.)

• This means sew covers in China and send to AU in bulk. (see below for labels)

• Quote for comparable foam Dunlop/Joyce/foam co suppliers to produce the batches in Australia,

  • Cut foam only

  • Cut and glued

  • Cut, glued and covered with our supplied covers plus packaged into plastic

• Ask Paul if he is capable of gluing and covering here in TU and can he put together a cost for how much it would cost to glue together and cover here in TU, compare this against supplier cost.

• 100 pieces for first order, with possibility to reorder again in future based on US demand. (Maybe every 3-6 months)

• Confirm with James the specs for passing prop 65 tests and any other tests (US market only) Plan by Sep 6, 2024

  • Labelling on the Mattress cover- def. need new label, need to implement new item for US market and organise new label with James/Grant and R&D. Underway Sep 5, 2024

  • There will also be a requirement to put special labels on US cover only using AU foam, label can only be made after testing complete. New SAP spare parts item though, further down the line.

  • work out time and quantity requirements for these tests/label Sep 5, 2024

• Get a quote from Future Foam in US , preference California location for now.

• Size expansion

Ella Sugo

Issho Lazy Susan - update to sit Above table

Dining

• DK approved sample with some small gluing revisions, Ella to manage NPI process on this product.

• Speak to GL about considering joining timber part to ceramic in Gold Lion to reduce stock of various colours esp if we add more ceramic options in future. Awaiting Shiyang’s response Nov 14, 2024

• Cylindo sent off already Nov 14, 2024

• Chase up Shiyang and work out names- with Sarah Joyce.

• Check with commercial team if they want to keep old inset table beyond running out any stock.

RYAN

DESIGNER

@Ryan McGoldrick

HERITAGE AUTO EXTENSION TABLE (V2)

DINING

• On Hold

@Ryan McGoldrick

TASMAN CHR V2

DINING

Nov 28, 2024 Ryan has finished everything, product launches Autumn Sale with Magnolia Extension.

• Assembly instructions for seat recover on list.

• Spare parts guide- talk to Hussain. (Highlight difference between V1 and V2 on the guide.

• Dec 12, 2024 Have e-mailed marketing asking them if they wish to order chairs for shoot too and if should be airfreight or seafreight as launching with magnolia extension dining table.

@Ryan McGoldrick

MAGNOLIA EXTENSION TABLE

DINING

Extension table-

• Dec 12, 2024 Awaiting Sarah/Kirsty to advise in e-mail chain if should airfreight or seafreight. airfrieght is $1800

Moved to Autumn Sale

@Ryan McGoldrick

Natural Fitness Mattress (SleepFit?)

• Ryan has been clear in emails. Awaiting Kirsty feedback.

@Ryan McGoldrick

DELTA COAST BED

Dec 12, 2024Priorities for further sizes

• Twin XL- US range, (this will need mattress eventually for Canada but lower priority,) and then work through rest of beds, Singapore SS, and all available sizes except for Double/full range. CC Tanya and Chantelle to answer any questions while RYan away.

@Ryan McGoldrick

Plug in Storage Side table

Aug 27, 2024 Team has not worked on the prototypes at all.

Nov 28, 2024 I still think this is a valid project that should be worked on and would like to continue work on it.

@Ryan McGoldrick

Heirloom Dining Chair V2

Dining Chair

• Get a briefing from DK for the updates. Jun 21, 2024 @Tanya Rechberger

A slight update to the rear back of backrest form- 3D scan the form in KFT with and without covers- reach out to Frank Aug 8, 2024

Aug 27, 2024 Sebastian provided “3D Scans” from his phone which are unusable. Need to request KFT to arrange proper 3D scanning. Maybe when DK leaves (next week).- Protospace at UTS can help.

Dec 12, 2024 Ryan to consider in new year the time towards modelling a backrest and how different it will look to current production. Speak with DK once we have something to show him.

@Ryan McGoldrick

DELTA COAST OUTDOOR

Outdoor

• Dec 12, 2024 Everything done, except no confirmation from GL on Weatherguards and no response from Lucy on BOM data etc to get it into SAP. Asked Chantelle to follow up in my absence.

SUMMER, not flocked- reasonable goal

@Ryan McGoldrick

JASPER COAST OUTDOOR

Outdoor

• Dec 12, 2024 Everything done, except no confirmation from GL on weatherguards and no response from Lucy on BOM data etc to get into SAP, Asked Chantelle to follow up in my absence to ensure available at campaign start date.

SPRING- reasonable

@Ryan McGoldrick

ETO DESK V2.0

HOME-OFFICE

• Awaiting GL to ship out, Infinitelux provided spec of USBC panel mount.

• Dec 12, 2024 on hold from Ben/Tanya in regards to Qi2 approval.

@Ryan McGoldrick

ETO TABLE LAMP

LIGHTING

Dec 12, 2024 Latest samples due to arrive to turrella next week.

@Ryan McGoldrick

ELEVATE DESK

HOME-OFFICE

Nov 21, 2024 Reviewed in China with Kim, lots to do still, made a list in asana potentially worth tag teaming project with kim.

Dec 5, 2024 no time to work on this maybe january/february

@Ryan McGoldrick

Removing Butcher block construction

Nov 28, 2024 Reviewed latest proposed glue by Cecco but what they claim in messages and when talking face to face does not align with the datasheet of the glue. Have asked them to expand on this and prove what the are claiming.

Dec 5, 2024 no update from cecco

Dec 12, 2024 Have instructed Cecco to proceed with producing golden samples for review of each product with the latest glue and construction method.

@Ryan McGoldrick

VM Heritage fabric table

Nov 28, 2024 Waiting on GL to airfreight the sample. (Rodney approved). GL making walnut sample first.

Dec 5, 2024 awaiting GL to ship out but Rodney is accross it.

Dec 12, 2024 Table in Design area, Adam to assemble after lunch.

@Ryan McGoldrick

Recycled Plastic Project

• Nov 28, 2024 GL not following my instruction and want to only do 6 parts in recycled ABS, have been pushing back on this and want to discuss further with Ben.

@Ryan McGoldrick

Qi2 Charger

Nov 21, 2024 Still waiting on R&D to do work on this, should be made priority for R&D. Still awaiting quote from Infintelux, and for another sample with improved wiring/cable jacketing. Need to send CAD again with king logo for laser etch not in tool.

Nov 28, 2024 Shiyang still not done any work on this it seems. Please push him to get my requests completed.

Dec 5, 2024 Discussed with Ben, his call. He has asked for more details on how many products we have sold over the last 6 months vs replacements in last 6 months.

Dec 12, 2024 ON HOLD - Cost to business of existing product line failures is >$275KAUD per year. Awaiting tanya/ben to approve proceeding with production and infinitelux.

@Ryan McGoldrick

Heritage Side Table

Nov 21, 2024 DK approved to put into production and test market, Tanya uncertain and requested some renders of other options. Ryan will explore in blender.

Dec 5, 2024 no update will work on this early next year

@Ryan McGoldrick

HERITAGE

Dec 5, 2024 have briefed Adam/Hussain

Dec 12, 2024 Cad updates have been completed, Adam knows next steps.

Aug 9, 2024

@someone

KIM

DESIGNER

PROJECT/Priority

CATEGORY

CAMPAIGN ASSIGNED

CAMPAIGN DATE

FLOCK TARGET DATE

RELEASE STATUS

Kim Stanek

NEW curved Arm Sofa Bed (Orlando)- HIGH

SOFA BED

• ON HOLD UNTIL BACKREST CONFIRMED first prototype assessed by DK, he likes form. 2nd prototype of lumbar concept due for completion Nov 8, 2024

  • add some extra dacron on arm outside and front border.

  • fix steel problem on arm top. Weld over the break. Consider balancing the complexity with the details.

  • Can we improve the catching cushions on front border? Investigate.

  • Also try to add more comfort in the back cushion area. (Move frame backwards on the lumbar unit.)

  • Luidice Mechanisms- ordered a wide mechanism- Aug 27, 2024

  • Target landed cost from Michele received - super low. Consider if Sedac mech is high enough quality and strong enough savings for us.

    • Rebecca sent the analysis of Oscar BOM, Kim to see what he’s learnt from it Nov 5, 2024 (Compare with BOM analysis of new frame)

SAMPLE ASAP: Next step would be to design new back rest part to be welded, foamed and covered by the team to asses this as a ‘final’ of the first prototype. Then revised prototype would be made to test all modifications before handing over to GL

Sedac mechanism reviewed and currently at GL - Due to shortage of L mech no production was happening of Oscar frame, so review in situ is on pause until Shiyang can prioritise this. Nov 29, 2024 Still awaiting Oscar in production at GL.

Still to do in future:

Direction 1 - thicker more vertical bolster, lower

Direction 2 - oscar style knock-in lumbar support, with shape from current frame. (TO REIVEIW)

need to resolve bottom cushion becoming stuck on open / close

Back rest in place, not great prototype, arms still knocking mech. Should give idea of form if it is good to pursue.

Kim Stanek

Amara as Bar/Counter stool/

DINING

Nov 5, 2024 Using existing size with extended legs works brilliantly, explore bracing requirements while hopefully not reducing stackability for shipping

Trade team want Bar height too, stackability not important for them

Send a drawing package to prototype to Cecco Dec 3, 2024

• to resolve foot rest, there is the ability to use the same mech as in cassia - with in leg to take the circlip - however need to consider installation and preventing damage by customer

  • trial soft end of pin on Cassia (confirm elasticity is similar to Amara)

  • Also explore timber aesthetic (and solving install solutions) vs pin aesthetic.

Samples are completed by Cecco, being delivered to GL this week. They will trial the metal frame knock in as a first step, if this poses issue we will explore non stacking timber version
Prototype of this ready to review - Expect to complete Dec 31, 2024

Lower priority than Orlando.

Kim Stanek

Dining Table- round base/3- Medium

DINING

Tulip style signing table

• Engineering advice received, Stacked steel significantly denser than glass so likely most suitable.

• Oval tables, not sure yet. If Pill shape- then two legs is best, but explore when we get to it.

Nov 29, 2024 Base concept confirmed and continue with. (Plate on the bottom)

NDA sent to spinning company for quote, step file to follow

New ideation methods as well as 450mm base prototype.

After- How to most effectively prototype? Ryan raised a good question of doubling up on tooling and production here, is this ready to send to GL and have frank / tommy engage/research suppliers based on the current design - knowing the construction method will change.

Asana https://app.asana.com/0/1208970282221447/1208970770450988

Prioritise rendering and learning from spinning supplier.

Lower priority than Orlando.

Kim Stanek

Arc Light for over 1977 HB/5

LIGHT

Kim Stanek

Smaller Outdoor Umbrella

Outdoor

Process taken over from Michelle, (v briefly via tanya)
Largely project managing

• Delegated assem instructions to Harry, assisted by Adam. Shiyang has provided exisiting dwgs to update so he has all information needed

• QC powdercoat. This seems to have been damaged in transit, though doesn't inspire confidence in the coating adhesion. Shiyang to further investigate

• Dirty-ness is just a GL repack issue, not a real problem

• Hardware and plastic bushing colours to be updated for Earth and Rock - black hardware black bushings.

• Text has been confirmed to be removed from the pull tag as per DK request

• Packaging confirmation

Kim Stanek

Venus Table reintroduction/2

CASED GOODS

Shiyang completed files with data, he will send back to Kim by Sep 27, 2024 for assessment before releasing to business.

Kim find out leg construction. MDF is good for fumigation issues but is inherently weaker. Can the screws solve the issues for you?

Work with Shiyang to advise when the product would ready for the business and we will let them know to expect and start NPI process. Nov 5, 2024

Old stock to be resolved before re-introduction- don't wait on resolve.

Oak too yellow. Others may be usable, though will need rework to frame and leg, is this cost effective? - give to charity’s via People and Culture team.

Other than that they are pretty much good to go.

Tick off all NPI processes. Find a release date and go ahead.

Awaiting Arsalan response.

Aug 9, 2024

@someone

@Mina Bassilious (Unlicensed) @Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

FIREFLY - OUTDOOR LANTERN

OUTDOOR

MILESTONES:

Brief - portable, charging, ip rated, fabric integration for softer feel. DK confirmed wants plug in charging.

Tested base light vs column light- preference for base light but need to prove that taller 750mm range expansion will be possible down the track, using 3D print and higher lumens.

Jul 31, 2023 Worked through construction solutions for assemblability - will model awaiting Coffey’s responses and quotation estimates.

May 31, 2023 date DK meeting confirm charging near house rather than in garden space. Plug in charger.

Wifi compatibility decided due lower cost, as well as fixed on/off switch with Pallino operation capabilities.

Jul 18, 2023 Mina made a document with the pros and cons of KING App v white label app. Will show DK and get his opinion on whether to push forward.

Aug 10, 2023 Received costs and tooling timelines for current design from INFINITELUX

Aug 14, 2023 Meeting with DK and Michele today to review tooling costs, BOMs and lead times

Aug 21, 2023 Review sample parts received from INFINITELUX. Complete any production documentation to confirm our specifications. LED chips update to try to use the existing lenses from InfiniteLux range to save on tooling times and costs.

Sep 11, 2023 Awaiting responses to questions from Coffey who has been unwell in hospital.

Sep 18, 2023 Coffey has returned from hospital, suggesting 5 hours for use before recharging, we still feel 10 hours, with 8 at a minimum. The app if we have Flos quality with Casambi is $30 which is not feasible investigating the $2 option with Tuya.

Sep 25, 2023 Coffey understands 10 hour battery brief- likely pushing ahead with Tuya App.

Oct 16, 2023 Casambi and Tuya analysis by Coffey (Tuya tested by Mina on another light). Result- Use Tuya- cheaper and suitable.

Oct 16, 2023 Ask Coffey what’s required to start process with Tuya- they manage whole thing. InfiniteLux also manages updates and communication on our behalf. 10K initial set up cost, $2k per year. $2 US per module.

TO DO:

Test new LED batch ideas when sent from Coffey- 2 different light options. Tall stem version would need to be prototyped first- but not preferred option. Preference is no tooling just use the lens they have in stock (after looking at the options)- only available for single size

Meeting with Michele/DK, they have asked following:

• Tuya app- has universal compatibility with Siri and Alexa- Coffey confirmed yes.

• MOQ- can it be combined into all three (2000 of all pieces together rather than each) Confirmed yes it’s possible but price saving won’t be much. Coffey sent through confirmation email Dec 15, 2023

Then come back together and meet with Michele who will be searching for competitor products in new year.

Jan 15, 2024 Michele, sourced a suitable purchased light and Jordan thinks it might be InfiniteLuxe, has reached out to him to ask, Coffey responded, responding again to Michele with info collated from previous emails/meetings in response. sendMar 11, 2024

SUMMER

Delayed- looking at mid Summer Sale currently

Delayed- looking at mid Summer Sale currently

AMBER

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

DIRECTORS CHAIR

OUTDOOR

MILESTONES:

Jun 13, 2023 Production documentation shared with Shiyang

Jul 23, 2023 Received complete BOM. Need to reduce cost to meet target. Also have BOM with stainless steel cross brace for strength if required.

Jul 21, 2023 Extrusion tools complete

Jul 14, 2023 Mina completed lounge chair, foot stool, counter stool and barstool CAD; to be sampled at later stages.

Jul 19, 2023 Strength tested sling at TU. 150KG for 1 month with no damaged seams. Fabric stretched in some places.

Aug 4, 2023 Engaged Richard at GL to help with sourcing comparable mesh for sling.

Aug 14, 2023 Injection moulded parts received

Testing bending parts with external supplier before investing in new machine- better bend from latest supplier received.

Aug 21, 2023 Sample covers made in basic KS fabric and texteline mesh- multiple have been made now.

Aug 28, 2023 Mina at GL this week. Send DK update and questions for him to review.

Sep 25, 2023 Received costings for mild steel cross (and SS) brace version and 5000 pc version. - Will show DK to confirm the Mild steel is still the directive then pass on to retail team and start conversation regarding how to manage supply and pricing.

Oct 3, 2023 DK responded unexpectedly to the pricing for SS vs mild steel (no firm decision), we are still preparing for both solutions to be an option. Has provided some guidance re titanium option for premium chair.

Sep 25, 2023 DK has clearly defined the differences between the 2 chair options. Standard and Pro version. King badge instead of large is universal, looking at large silk screen king for gifting purposes only.

Oct 16, 2023 Sourced titanium parts.

Oct 16, 2023after new bag sample DK wants a tighter fit- will resample this week and ensure it’s very easy to put chair into bag. Completed and easy to install.

Oct 23, 2023 SS chair sample arrives in TU this week Mina to trial other knock-in solutions from DK.

Nov 7, 2023 New middle cross bar knock-in pivoted to considering mild steel Zaza tube- need to make a new size centre pin if we use this tube. Consider metal pin solution with beautiful tolerancing.- Bushing solution to explore- no room for bushing.

Assess the metal on metal powder coat chipping concerns and address. Oct 30, 2023 Foot knock-in updates included in this and cross sleeve knock-in solution, discuss with DK today Oct 30, 2023

Assess the chair with DK to go through the items.

Nov 7, 2023 sample assembled, Mina to discuss bushing with GL team- so far not possible, rattling occurring but only when folded up. Decision still open for this depending on SS or MS. (DK leaning towards mild steel.) - Bushing not required.

Mina machined teak arm inserts for DK’s Maianbar chairs in time for shoot Dec 4, 2023

Tool updates all completed, some changes after assembly line production were put through by Mina. Flock air freight orders made and sent to stores.

TO DO:

1. Check the latest tool changes for tension rod knock-in. Testing different cut outs before modifying tool.

2. (Fabric arm wrap method in production now.) Jan 24, 2024 Sent CAD model for quotation, received the quotation, not started yet. (Shiyang sense checking with Yuan)

3. Quality document (based on flock review) for the existing chairs, completed by Mina. Outdoor glue and tape options are already in production available, will test the best option for adhering fabric to plastic before introduction. Shared with all relevant parties.

4. Underside leg addressing gap between knock-in and tube due to inaccurate cutting - trialing a new knock-in high.

5. Prototype the changes DK requested on current chair in TU. Will need to modify an existing chair to trial. Currently don’t have a chair available unless marketing team confirms that they don’t need it this week. Might have to wait until shoot is complete (7th Feb) Jan 15, 2024 Upright moved to extreme outside edge of backrest (mina concerned about welding and cover protruding), and rounded front of seat, and trapezoid angle of the uprights.

6. Spare parts which requirements (covers and work out which components), and document for CS and techs. Jan 15, 2024 Chat to Adam about how to update Mina’s document to the newer version.

7. Moving onto new outdoor chair (Pro option with Titanium is currently canned.)

   1. Feb 13, 2024 GL made weatherguard fabric bag sample as per DK’s request- sample completed, looks a bit weak- DK trialing making the chair lighter by incorporating lots of Aluminium. Can’t assess strength yet (initial DK sit was strong) but need further testing after CNY.

   2. Jan 29, 2024 Checked the big weatherguard for Quay table- didn’t work make a new one for Quay table products. Consider a top over one for heavier folded chairs. Not for Plateau dining table currently. (Can fold chairs and put under table on benches for now.)

   3. Teak arm cover design sent to KFT timber supplier (providing we send them the teak), confirmed suitability for factory. Mina pushed Frank, he responded over Christmas break with 500 pcs. So we have a reasonable supplier. Order the samples- Frank received with issue Jan 28, 2024 asked to send but still haven't received. ON HOLD while solving the chair updates (as arm shape might change).

   4. Titanium off the table for now. DK’s idea changed to reducing arm extrusion by 3 mm, altering cross braces to aluminium on their sides, (too weak), reduce the cross rail at the bottom to 20mm from 25mm. Also raise the stainless steel rod to touch the seat side rail when open (for extra support.) - First sample worked, but has issues to resolve. How to join neatly and consistently, checking with weights if it is actually strong enough, can lower inner front to back tube fit inside the outer one because of deforming from welding? Check BOM price as this will increase from mild steel. Feb 19, 2024 Need advice from the current Aluminium supplier.

      1. Feb 26, 2024 Semi update on BOM pricing, but no labour and difficult to understand- ask Zoe to clarify the current increase/decrease in costs for better clarity.

      2. Still awaiting return of supplier from holiday before we can have further update on strength and labour costs.

Apr 2, 2024 Chasing Shiyang (Zoe left), awaiting answers on the stainless steel test, still no update on when it’s being received. No update until this test completed as all other tests (including higher grade Aluminium failed. Awaiting response from Shiyang.

POST SPRING - AU STORES ONLY

Nov 4, 2023

Aug 14, 2023

AMBER

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

SWIVEL DINING CHAIR

DINING

MILESTONES:

Target RRP $499

Target BOM $100

Jul 17, 2023 Received Seymour roto moulded shell tooling and part costs for reference.

Aug 7, 2023 Mina completed seat hard foam prototype. DK sat in and approved.

Aug 10, 2023 Confirmed backrest form with DK based on iterations Mina modelled.

Sep 18, 2023 Jordan completed sample of backrest foam structure this week, pouring foam will happen this week. Give steel frame to welders- completed.

Oct 16, 2023 Make soft shape from expanded foam (not sitting friendly but good for cover assessment and aesthetic check.) - Glue to steel week of Oct 9, 2023

Oct 16, 2023 no longer looking into vac forming or roto moulding, we will pivot to foam moulding with internal steel frame. CAD work on the steel frame completed- updates to 3mm thickness on the cross rails.

Oct 23, 2023 Contact Shiyang to show current CAD model of chair in order to add pressure to him re tube bender in GL. Pressure has been applied, Shiyang is adding this chair to machine capability requirements. And reminded GL team to work on machine sourcing.

TO DO:

Nov 27, 2023

1. Prototyping in TU, cut a blank out of Luna plastic occasional shell, attach it to an office chair stem to experience the height adjustment concept DK is interested in for office chair. - Sample seems strong and suitable (even without steel frame internally so far. Doesn’t show the form of bending back around human form, perhaps add hard form to represent this. (Heat gun didn’t work, will have to do 3d printed or similar or hard foam wedges.) Feb 19, 2024

2. figuring out backrest covering issues, to make it work well with all fabric and leather thicknesses.

Advice from DK was rotomoulding for now- start on CAD and get quotations (do this later) and prototype the plastic. Do a rough BOM from Seymour chair BOM. Mar 19, 2024 Delay until after return.

WINTER

TBD

TBD

NEW

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

TBD

N/A

N/A

HOLD

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

SOLAIR LIGHT - POCKET ACCESSORY WITH DIAL

LIGHTING

MILESTONES:

Jul 24, 2023 Seen video of new off tool sample. Awaiting complete sample in each colour for final review and to use for photography. Need to see physical sample before placing order- Coffey sent one in black only.

Jun 19, 2023 BOMs sent to pricing team. awaiting feedback. No confirmation on it being a viable product.- Reminder to Michele and pricing team sent Oct 9, 2023

Sep 25, 2023 After approval from TU of physical samples Infinite Luxe ready for PO.- This was delayed due to issues with the sample joint hinge at bottom of light (hinge issue not a problem anymore- Coffey confirmed).

Oct 3, 2023 Received the sample in black, everything approved apart from critical hinge at bottom which wasn’t strong enough- feedback provided to InfiniteLux was that it was a prototype issue using non machined parts and production is guaranteed. All other items of design completed.

Jan 8, 2024 hinge functionality fixed and proven by supplier.

TO DO:

Feb 19, 2024 Confirm colours. Prototype Myco Bronze and White/salt colour coat with Coffey. Nov 13, 2023 First round failed, have sent physical swatch samples to help InfiniteLuxe match more closely. Still trying to colour match with powder coat at infinite lux- Air freighting to TU.

Dec 18, 2023 NPI into SAP underway

Once purchase order is placed (have invoice ready to pay), inform the business of production readiness PLANNED dates (InfinuteLux is often delayed).

Oct 30, 2023 Pass on invoice to Jack and Michele to allow them to peruse the MOQ and go ahead with invoice (colour split variation decision can be later). Send over the white light and (bad version) of bronze powder coat version to Australia for our perusal. Check with Michele if Earth needs to be pursued further Feb 13, 2024 Colour conversation with Michele then pass on to Coffey. Feb 26, 2024 Awaiting Michele response.

Check how they are on matching Earth colour. (Send Myco Bronze colour sample and chip if they don’t have yet.)

TBD

N/A

N/A

AMBER

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

HELIO PENDANT

LIGHTING

MILESTONES:

DK meeting happened to review supplier complete samples. Would like Team Tarmac to develop modular version of this product.

Mina and Jordan explored range plan of all modular components.

Mina developed straight universal connector to be used across modules. DK happy with solution.

DK only concern is there are too many suspension cables. When we handover the production documents with the supplier we will ask if the suspension cables can be removable if not in use.

Aug 18, 2023 Mina completed production documentation of modular components

Aug 25, 2023 Mina completed electrical specification for modular components

Concerns for this project:

1. Weight of large configurations may be too much for some ceilings?

2. Will we need to design and develop a configurator website?

3. How can an electrician position all of the mounting points on the ceiling for a custom configuration?

4. Installation on slanted ceilings?

5. Installation around other utilities in a ceiling?

TO DO:

Share production documentation for modular components with INFINITELUX. Maybe wait until Firefly development is complete? Assess where Firefly is up to next week and consider sending.

Find out if DK is okay with releasing non-modular before modular. Awaiting Coffey availability.

Oct 16, 2023 Awaiting Coffey on costs breakdown so we talk to DK about options (none preferred yet) on weight reduction in order to push the fixed light project ahead. Oct 30, 2023 Straight costs are received, costs are high, but product is quality. Costs for material of extrusion, price is reasonable now we might save approx $1.30 if we reduce weight which wont reduce the whole cost dramatically. Plastic would introduce other issues and not save dramatically. (Aluminium tooling has already been completed.) Nov 6, 2023 Rounded light costs due next week, will pass on to Michele after receipt of these.

Height adjustability: to confirm if adjustable height on this model. InfiniteLux has tested the 2x simple hand adjustable version, it is very smooth to operate and lines up just fine. We didn’t want to spend the money on the electric up down with multi points ($17k). So now do we utilise the hand operating up down or push ahead with single point and electric? Nov 27, 2023 Speak to Coffey about why one side kept catching and not working, and can we improve the ceiling box in any way?

Nov 20, 2023 Sent the round light BOM costings (and operating video) to pricing, response came through. They thought it was doable. Received costs, pricing team has responded saying preference to reduce costs 15-20% on round forms. Mina will pressure Coffey for price reduction.

Check with Coffey that the leveling issue from the sample is not due to our design, but rather a quality issue. - He confirmed it was due to our design and will continue to occur which rules out manual up -down mech for multiple join points, leaving only round with a single cable point. Price up the auto mech with single point for round only. - Jan 8, 2024 and have a conversation with DK and Michele about the viability of the product in the range and whether to continue. (Not for modular.) Up - down manual feature was a fail. Round light could have a motorised feature (up to single point), but we’re not sure on pricing- scour emails to try and find one.

If we want to go ahead with Helio order as is, MOQ from supplier has been dropped to 200 pcs per size.

Ask Michele, if we want to go ahead with fixed light version. (The manual mech was as good as it’s going to get.) including 17K for up down electrical version without guarantee it will function. Feb 26, 2024 -Need to have chat with DK about project validity without up-down feature.

TBD

N/A

N/A

HOLD

TBD

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N/A

HOLD

TBD - see above

N/A

N/A

HOLD

@Mina Bassilious (Unlicensed)

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

INDOOR DIRECTORS CHAIR

DINING

TO DO:

Brief discussion was had, not beginning immediately until the outdoor is solved.

ON HOLD

TBD

TBD

AMBER

@Jordan Ruchalski (Unlicensed)

LUNA OCCASIONAL INDOOR CHAIR UPDATE

OCCASIONAL

MILESTONES:
Charles prototyped and happy with new foam and cover solution.

Oct 16, 2023 Mina sent to GL R&D team - SAMPLE complete.

TO DO:

Jan 15, 2024 GL sample sent to TU, Charles not quite happy Phil making some small changes and then need further approval. Apr 2, 2024 In queue with Phil still, Jordan will check in with him.

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VERSA BED

Bedroom

To Do:

Jan 29, 2024 Work with Hussain and Chantelle to get a mattress.

• Current hinges do not work- need to look into how to alter the storage hinges with bedmaking to open it.

• sketch the details of the product to ensure we’re on the page.

• On hold.

• Start conversation with Shiyang about lowered bed opening mech (height) and adjustable weight for mattresses mech. Assess the CAD of existing beds Feb 5, 2024 NOTHING UNTIL END FEB.

• Feb 19, 2024 Timeline for sales to start (without flock) in Winter.- THIS IS INCREDIBLY UNLIKELY AT THIS POINT! (Due to other projects taking priority)

DELAYED

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AUTUMN GOAL

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HANDOVER TASKS

all

• work with Design admins to log detail tasks, and also filing systems for both you and Mina. Mar 25, 2024

Alinta

Tanya

Pearson

Jordan

Sebastian