We, as the Designer Interviews ("DI") had the distinct pleasure and opportunity to interview award-winning, most creative and innovative Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd ("PRFC(PL").
Commercial Upholstery Solutions specialises in all aspects of commercial furniture applications. Our focus is to not only meet but exceed the Client's expectations and we achieve this by exceptional design, seamless manufacture and hands on Project Management from the initial prototype to final installation. This commitment to the commercial market place has seen us manufacture and supply joinery and seating to a wide range of Clients, including major Hotels, Resorts, Casino, Educational and Office fit-outs.
Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd Designs
We are pleased to share with you original and innovative design work by Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd.
Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd Design - RMIT Capitol Theatre Banquette Seating
Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd Design - RMIT Bldg 88 Upholstered Joinery
Designer Interview of Peter Rattle for CUS (Vic) Pty Ltd:
DI: Could you please tell us more about your art and design background? What made you become an artist/designer? Have you always wanted to be a designer?
PRFC(PL : Originally I started out as a Civil Engineer in the Mining and Manufacturing sector but I have always been interested in the symmetry of both natural and man-made items. From there I progressed into the fabrication of custom furniture whereby these symmetries blend together.
DI: Can you tell us more about your company / design studio?
PRFC(PL : Commercial Upholstery Solutions (Vic) Pty Ltd is a manufacturer of custom designed furniture for the commercial market place. We can combine upholstery, joinery, metalwork with polishing capabilities to bring any project design to reality.
DI: What is "design" for you?
PRFC(PL : Design to me is an idea that something needs to not only fit the purpose required, but also push the boundary.
DI: What kinds of works do you like designing most?
PRFC(PL : I like to work with all types of products that can have an impact.
DI: What is your most favorite design, could you please tell more about it?
PRFC(PL : Some time ago we completed a project for the University of Melbourne that involved not only the manufacture of hundreds of Acoustic panels, but also a new installation method over 6 floors and a large Atrium. That was ground breaking for us and eventually won a Golden A 'Design Award.
DI: What was the first thing you designed for a company?
PRFC(PL : My first design was furniture for a Hotel Lobby fitout.
DI: What is your favorite material / platform / technology?
PRFC(PL : We currently use a variety of fabrics, timber species as well as metal.
DI: When do you feel the most creative?
PRFC(PL : At the initial briefing with the Clients on a new project.
DI: Which aspects of a design do you focus more during designing?
PRFC(PL : How best to manufacture the product and keep it under budget.
DI: What makes a design successful?
PRFC(PL : A tricky question but simply one that meets the budget, meets the Builders/Architects requirements and leaves the Client with the wow factor.
DI: Who are some of your clients?
PRFC(PL : Our Clients, range from high end Hotels, Resorts, Restaurants, Casino's, Educational facilities to Office fitouts.
DI: How can people contact you?
PRFC(PL : Via our web site: www.cusvic.com.au