Curated by Tom‘s (CBT) new showroom was recently launched in the inner-city suburb of Kent Town, welcoming over 150 architects, interior designers, builders, clients, business partners and industry leaders from across South Australia into the space.

The event marked a milestone in the SA design community, celebrating not only the opening of the showroom, but also the launch of the state’s first dedicated showroom bringing together the premium collections of Tongue & Groove timber flooring and Oblica Fireplaces under one roof. The new space offers architects, interior designers, builders and clients the opportunity to experience both of these premium brands first-hand.

Tom Anderson, founder of CBT, says the showroom represents the next chapter for both the business and the SA design community.

“From the very beginning, Curated by Tom has been about creating genuine relationships and helping people make thoughtful, lasting decisions for their projects with high-quality products. This showroom brings that philosophy to life,” says Anderson. “Bringing Tongue & Groove and Oblica Fireplaces together in one dedicated showroom is something we’ve been working towards for a long time. These are two brands that share the same commitment to craftsmanship, longevity and considered design, and creating South Australia’s first showroom where they can be experienced together was an intense but deeply rewarding experience for us.”

Richard Karsay, CEO and founder of Tongue & Groove, says the new showroom reflects Anderson’s long-standing commitment to quality and authentic client relationships.

“Tom has represented Tongue & Groove with integrity, passion and an unwavering commitment to excellence for many years,” says Karsay. “Watching him establish Curated by Tom and now open this exceptional showroom is something we’re incredibly proud to support.”

Guillaume Roux, founder and director of Oblica Fireplaces, says the showroom provides an outstanding home for the Oblica collection in South Australia.

“When we partnered with Tom to introduce Oblica Fireplaces to South Australia, we knew he shared in our passion and belief that exceptional products deserve an exceptional customer experience. Tom and this showroom deliver exactly that.”

Anderson says the showroom is just the start of CBT’s next chapter.

“Building this business collaboratively project-by-project with our clients and going from hauling samples in the back of my car, to now having a dedicated space where our clients can experience these beautiful products in-person and immerse themselves, is an amazing feeling,” he says. “This was an incredible first step, but only the beginning. In the years ahead, we aim to immerse ourselves further in the design community and deepen our ties to South Australia’s dynamic creative landscape.”

The new showroom is run by Anderson and his wife, Melanie Lee, who is also CBT’s finance director.

Open Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm, the showroom welcomes those in the design industries seeking expert guidance, premium materials and a collaborative design experience.

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