I design with Corian to celebrate the versatility and benefits of this lesser-known, dynamic material.

I have been such a strong supporter of the material since early on in my design career and see Corian®  as a staple in Australian homes. Whether indoors or outdoors, the material’s features converge to create a no-fuss, high-powered surfacing solution for everything from dining room tables to coffee and side tables. 

My first introduction to Corian® solid surface many years ago left a lasting impression. Because I have always maintained a design practice that prioritises the end-user, I never design for design’s sake. I put tremendous thought and effort into designing for real life, factoring in not only how often a piece of high-end furniture will be used, but in what ways it will be used, too.

The photography you’ll find throughout is from the homes of happy clients. In these images, you’ll see how seamlessly each design fits within each client’s home. However, what’s not captured is how seamlessly each piece fits within their family. To me, this is just as, if not more, important than accommodating a design. I always give considered thought to how a piece will hold up across seasons and generations.   

I apply the same level of intention and attention to my client’s lifestyle and living space as I do the materials that form the piece they will enjoy. From my experience, the more you work with a material, the more you build a relationship with it. With Corian®, I’ve come to appreciate its almost limitless ability for me as a designer alongside its longevity, usability, and aesthetic for residential and commercial use.

In these cases, our clients wanted high end furniture that would add warmth and depth to their home. We often choose a warm undertone Corian® colour for tabletops in both the home’s interior and exterior dining spaces to create a cohesive aesthetic and seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.

Because of its appearance, Corian is often mistaken for quartz and other hard stones when in fact the material is quartz and silica-free. This means that you, the end-user, still receive a high-end piece of furniture with visual appeal but doesn’t require nearly the same attention or investment to maintain.

Ease of maintenance was another major consideration. Our client’s appreciation for practicality is frequently made clear by their home’s finishes: terrazzo or timber flooring, a stone island, and plenty of hard, natural stone touches give it a robustness that supports everyday use. We often soften a home’s indoor dining space with the Mila table and Mila chairs, balancing a Cameo White Corian® tabletop with a warm 1st-grade solid wood frame. Together they create a dining set humble enough for a simple Sunday dinner but grand enough for hosting over the holidays. 

The same attention to detail applied indoors is also found outdoors. We complement a home’s carefully landscaped exterior with the corian Piana outdoor coffee and side tables, an industrious yet approachable outdoor option.

Our clients are always extremely pleased with the final result. Not only do the pieces elevate the home, but they’ve held up beautifully through rain and shine. Knowing each piece of high-end furniture will be well-used and well-loved is one of the most satisfying parts of my work.

Because Corian is both durable and robust, it can withstand Australia’s variable climate and endure heavy day-to-day use. It’s an optimal solution for families because the product is aesthetically commanding and at the same time stain-resistant, easily repairable, environmentally friendly, and hygienic. Truly the best of both worlds.

As many of us know, the realities of life at home with children are often equal parts joyful and chaotic. A household of busy, growing children gives parents enough to concern themselves with; they don’t need to spend their days fussing over a kitchen table or spending their hard-earned money on costly repairs.

Growing up, my family took pride in keeping their possessions in mint condition. Unfortunately, many of the materials families, including my own, select for residential furniture are chosen solely based on appearance, not functionality. In my view, having to drape a sofa in plastic wrap to keep it from falling into a state of disrepair does a massive disservice to that piece of furniture. Its materiality and story are eclipsed by worry.

Having seen this too many times firsthand, I was inspired to design using materials that wouldn’t require extra layers of protection or become the source of an unnecessary fret. With Corian, I can confidently assure my clients that their minimalist dining table comes with minimal stress.

All my furniture is designed to be loved not only for the way it looks but for the way it lasts. Part of why we recommend Corian for many of our client’s homes is that it cannot delaminate, meaning it retains its structure and aesthetic across inclement weather and run-ins with rambunctious grandchildren.

To give added peace of mind, all Corian solid surfaces come with a 10-year warranty.

Corian‘s clean, seamless, and impenetrable design means bacteria and mould have nowhere to take root. Most spills are easily removed without effort; a microfibre cloth and some warm, soapy water will do the trick. Corian is also non-toxic and cannot delaminate, so no matter how many times you wipe it, it will keep its original condition. 

One of Corian’s most celebrated qualities is that its seamless joins and non-porousness make it a hygienic option for heavy usage pieces like a kitchen or dining table. Liquids, including stubborn liquids like red wine, can not penetrate its surface, which means you will never be left with a permanent, unsightly stain. That said, as an added precaution, we do advise you to address spills as soon as possible after they occur.

One of Corian’s many benefits is that because it’s well made, it’s a high-performance alternative to conventional surfacing materials. What sets Corian apart from its stone or timber counterparts is that it’s completely renewable: in the event that your Corian tabletop sustains a small chip, break, or unbecoming scratch, these can be easily repaired in-home in a matter of hours (unlike stone or timber, whose repairs tend to be costly and involved).

Corian is a hardy blend of natural minerals and acrylic. Its construction means it can endure far more than laminate or fibreboard.  

A recurring comment I hear from my clients once they’ve had the opportunity to interact with Corian® solid surface is the unique tactile experience it provides. Unlike a painted surface, Corian has a special kind of translucency many find quite captivating. It reflects light in a way that draws you in and fills the room with warmth. 

Another often-celebrated tactile feature is Corian’s seamless joins. It is virtually impossible to tell where one piece of Corian® begins and another ends, meaning that kitchen benchtops and outdoor dining tables appear sleek and smooth to the touch. 

Corian is one of the most versatile materials on the market, suitable for all types of indoor and outdoor applications. 

For parents, the safety of their children and guests is paramount. Many are encouraged when they learn Corian’s germ- and virus-resistant design has made it a popular choice for benchtops, walls, and other surfaces in healthcare environments. The material has undergone rigorous mechanical, thermal, electrical, and other surface property testing to ensure it remains a hygienic material choice even under extreme conditions. 

One quality I’m especially excited to share with clients considering Corian is that it’s an environmentally-friendly material. It is my responsibility as a luxury furniture designer to not only produce beautiful and functional pieces but also to consider the impacts of the choices I make on the people and places around me. Reducing the environmental impact of furniture manufacturing is a multi-faceted process that includes, among others, better resource management and more efficient manufacturing. Clients are pleased when they learn Corian is manufactured in a way that minimises waste and energy consumption, and that both the material and the adhesives used for installation are GREEN GUARD indoor air quality certified. They feel good knowing they are incorporating an environmentally responsible material like Corian® into their piece of heirloom furniture, a legacy that will live on in the family for generations.