The Reading Room

Photography by Christian Kimber, words by Ren Kimber

March 25th 2021


In the spirit of learning and reflection, we recently caught-up with our good friend and eco-scientist Sam Wines, at the Victorian State Library. Sam shared an update on his latest social venture, and took the latest Christian Kimber collection for a test-drive.

Sam works at the intersection of a range of disciplines including business, biology, philosophy and art, with the vision of inspiring and enabling society to more deeply connect with the natural world. Currently developing an international hub for Biotechnology startups and SMEs, Sam is working to democratise access to science and in turn drive innovation in the space.

The heritage-listed and recently refurbished, Latrobe Reading Room was the perfect setting to trade views on natural resources, sustainable supply chains and consumption - priorities at the heart of the Christian Kimber brand.

'Being more conscious of what we consume and the impact of production methods on our environment is critical to progress,' he says. 'As menswear is a personal passion of mine, it's great to see Christian developing these beautifully-crafted garments responsibly to slow-fashion principles.'

The Victorian State Library is a regular reading haunt for Sam, who's Co-Labs are located not far up the road in Carlton. Built in 1913, the magnificent octagonal reading room was once the largest reinforced concrete structure in the world.

It now houses almost 32,000 books to keep the most curious minds in the city entertained, with seats for 320 readers (although we had it all to ourselves on this occasion). Boasting radiating reading desks, trademark green glass light shades and original silky oak chairs, it provided the perfect backdrop for our new season look-book.

We hope you enjoy.









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