When Russel Koskela and Sasha Titchkosky established their homewares brand in 2000, they made a commitment to design and manufacture furniture, lighting and textiles in Australia. They also wanted to work closely with Indigenous artists.

Eighteen years later, from their warehouse showroom in Sydney's western suburbs, Koskela is shipping to big-brand clients including Google and Pinterest in San Francisco and über-chic eatery Noma in Copenhagen.