From Paper to Prototype Vol. 2

Volume 2 delves into the in depth and intricate process Prototype’s committed team carries out in order to create a customised modular lounge.

BY Lorenzo Logi

August 29th, 2014

From that first inspiring moment where concept drawings are being sketched to the finished product now standing proudly inside a client’s venue, Prototype is dedicated to providing quality Australian manufactured commercial furniture.

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