‘There are rare moments in the design continuum when the inspiration of a single artisan transcends that of their contemporaries and translates into a legacy destined to extend beyond the here and now’. Fink

Such is the work of Robert Foster and his studio/workshop, F!NK + Co. We at the Greenhouse think that this is the ultimate in sleek serving and dining.  Each object created by Fink is individually hand finished which results in an object embedded with its own unique charecteristics—more like a piece of art.

‘Founded in 1993 to manufacture beautifully-designed and innovative household objects, F!NK is not just a showcase for Foster’s internationally-renowned exhibition pieces, but a production house for the work of an increasing pool of young designers, and a name synonymous with spirited and distinctive Australian design’.

‘Lauded as works of exemplary contemporary design in the world’s major arts institutions including the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York and the National Gallery of Australia (NGA) in Canberra, F!NK objects offer more than just striking visual appeal and design innovation. The functional performance and quality of production and finishing are palpably important to the artists and the studio. It comes as no surprise that Foster was originally trained more than two decades ago as a metalsmith and has worked overseas with some of the world’s leading design houses: Alessi (design and prototyping of teapots in 1996 and 2000) and Ingo Maurer (lighting prototypes in 2000)’.

In store at the moment is the  iconic F!NK Water Jug, in a range of colours including polished silver, electric blue and deep purple- they are a pleasure to use and a piece of Australia art history to collect.

“It is crucial to educate the Australian and international public about the value of outstanding design and high quality products.” Robert Foster Fink Designs.

Enjoy!