Press kit no. 7918-01
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Press Kit | no. 7918-01
Press release only in English
Harry the Hirer Headquarters
RCA Studio
Harry the Hirer engaged RCA Studio as lead design consultants to fit out four levels of a century-old cotton mill in Abbotsford. As the company’s new headquarters, the project was realised from concept to construction. As a company running some of the country's largest events, the intervention needed to reflect a high operational pace with an engaged culture.
The heritage building had sat largely neglected for years. The deep floorplate provided an opportunity to introduce natural light via a new central void. Cut through the height of the building, the intervention connects all four levels visually, acoustically and physically. A powder-coated perforated steel lift anchors the void.
Existing imperfections were highlighted instead of concealed. Epoxy floor finishes patched existing concrete and timber intersections, and plywood flooring marks where factory machinery once sat. While the existing structure was retained, movement was encouraged throughout the intervention. Robots mapped the tube light installation, undulating LED panels were installed to millimeter tolerance, and a custom carpet finish reflects activity throughout the workspaces.
RCA Studio worked closely with contractors and subcontractors to balance design intent with the inevitable challenges posed by the existing fabric. The result reflects the nature of the company, supporting client involvement in showrooms and accommodating employee collaboration in the same building.
Techincal sheet
Scale - 4,800 m²
Location - Abbotsford, Victoria, Australia
Type - Commercial
Client - Harry the Hirer
Materials - Steel, Concrete, Timber, LED Lighting, Epoxy, Stone
Year - 2025
Photography - Veeral Patel
Builder - Amicus
Structural - O’Neill Group
About RCA Studio
Founded in 2017 by Tom Carroll and Nelson Riofrío, RCA Studio (also known as Riofrío—Carroll Architects) is a Melbourne-based architecture and interior design practice. Our work balances craft, clarity and function, designed to endure daily use and deepen over time.
RCA Studio grew out of a desire to reconnect with the essence of design: direct client relationships, thoughtful details and shared authorship. Our team formed organically through personal networks and shared values, creating a collaborative, culturally diverse studio where every voice contributes.
We work as one practice where directors stay involved, and designers take ownership. Collaboration extends across architecture, interiors and landscape, managing the complexities of development: timelines, coordination and cost, while maintaining design integrity.
We value clarity and communication as much as design itself, guiding clients through each stage with transparency, care and attention to detail. Together, these relationships define us: a studio working with integrity, collaboration and care.
For more information
Media contact
- RCA Studio
- Nelson Riofrio, Director
- neriofrio@rca.studio
- +61406637019
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