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In a thriving industry like construction it’s important to acknowledge our loyal customers, who continue to support us and value the longstanding and trusted relationship.

Q. What made you decide to become a Master Builders ACT member twenty years ago?

G. We wanted to align our brand with a key industry body that represented and supported our business partners. Our market leading brand and values closely aligned, and still does with that of the MBA and its members.

Q. What role have you had in Master Builders ACT events?

G. Many and varied, from social days, BBQ’s, awards nights and dinners both as attendees and sponsors. Also, Sarah Flanagan has been a judge for many years in the building awards and Women in Construction group.

Q. What furnishing trends are companies opting for?

G. We are seeing a lot more freestanding baths and progressive mixers being sold into the market, along with coloured tapware for the bathroom. We also see Black as being the new Stainless Steel in the kitchen, with nearly all of our appliance manufacturers now with a black range of ovens available. Induction cooking is also becoming one of the most popular cooking methods, with the ACT leading the way with sustainable living.

Q. What are the key company priorities for Harvey Norman Commercial in the Canberra region?

G. Harvey Norman Commercial ACT wishes to support locals, now employing 85 ACT based staff and their families. We are heavily focused on sustainable products and market leading brands. We are also extremely passionate about diversity and equality for all with a strong focus on supporting Women in Construction as well as a large number of local charity organisations.

HARVEY NORMAN COMMERCIAL – BOWERMANS OFFICE FURNITURE

MEMBER MILESTONE 20 YEARS

Q. How have furnishing trends changed over your 20 years of membership?

G. 20 years ago I remember selling coloured basins and toilets, then everything went to one colour…white. Now colours are on trend again.

Integrating appliances seamlessly into the kitchen is now the norm, with a large range of fully integrated fridges, rangehoods and dishwashers available from more affordable suppliers.

We see Home Automation as the next big thing in the next few years with the advancement in Smart Homes at a more economical and obtainable price point.

Q. Are there any exciting developments planned for Harvey Norman Commercial in the future?

G. We are currently building a second showroom in Mitchell, traditionally our business has been electrical whitegoods and plumbing. But we’ve expanded to solar PV, solar installation, commercial furniture and commercial cooking, whitegoods and air conditioning. Supplying to a big industry like hospitality is a big focus for us over the next few years. The showroom will be 3000 square metres which is the same as our existing showroom in Mitchell.

Q. Why do you choose to sponsor MBA events?

G. It gives us an opportunity to engage and socialise with our partners and industry colleagues as well as supporting the MBA and its members.

Q. Have their been any winning projects that you have supplied furnishings for:

G. Yes, many of our customers and businesses have chosen us and our brands to support and supply their nominated and winning projects over the years.

Gavin sees Harvey Norman Commercial’s history, present and future deeply rooted in respect and admiration for the Nation’s capital saying, “We’re all very proud long term local Canberrans at Harvey Norman Commercial. There are 85 staff employed and living locally who enjoy being part of the Canberra community.” The MBA looks forward to another 20 years of Harvey Norman Commercial membership and partnership.