The Estate Lawyers Brisbane – Sophisticated Legal Office Interior Fitout by Leithal Designs

A thoughtfully detailed corporate office fitout in Brisbane, blending functional workplace design with soft, beach-inspired interiors. Featuring bespoke joinery, acoustic treatments, and integrated technology, the space supports productivity, comfort, and brand expression.

The Estate Lawyers is a Brisbane-based law firm specialising in wills and estate law across Queensland. Their services include contesting and defending wills, estate administration, and estate planning. They offer fixed fees and, in approved cases, defer payment until clients receive their inheritance. Recognised by Doyle’s Guide for Wills and Estates Litigation from 2019 to 2024, they provide free initial consultations to discuss clients’ rights and options.

Occupying 272m² on Level 22 at 69 Ann Street, this corporate office fitout was designed to reflect The Estate Lawyers’ commitment to professionalism, discretion, and client care. The relocation into a larger tenancy allowed the firm to expand its operations and better accommodate both staff and clientele. The new layout includes ten private offices, a formal boardroom, a meeting room, a welcoming reception space, two utility areas, twelve open-plan workstations, a breakout kitchen, and a dedicated server room.

Leithal’s scope of work involved refining the existing layout to enhance functionality and visual cohesion, focusing on materiality, lighting, and palette selection. A soft, beach-inspired scheme of warm whites, sandy timber tones, and gentle blues was layered throughout the space, evoking tranquillity and composure—qualities especially important for a firm supporting clients navigating the loss of a loved one. Ambient lighting was strategically integrated, with recessed LED strip lighting and spotlighting used to accentuate feature joinery, artwork, and signage, ensuring a refined and welcoming environment.

The reception area was designed as a calm and understated entry experience, with feature panelling, curved walls, and high-spec illuminated signage creating an elegant yet approachable presence. A potted olive tree was incorporated to add warmth and life, softening the tone of the space and introducing a biophilic element. Glazed partitions with sheer treatments offer transparency and filtered privacy, reinforcing the open yet composed character of the tenancy.

The boardroom is equipped with ergonomic seating, integrated AV technology, and acoustic wall treatments, ensuring a high level of functionality without compromising the space’s calming aesthetic. The kitchen breakout area, with sweeping views across Brisbane, includes seamless joinery, a large fridge, concealed appliances, and built-in LED lighting—designed not only for practical staff use but also as a quiet, inviting retreat.

Additional details such as a dedicated executive storage nook with robe and mirror, and tailored signage upon arrival, ensure both operational needs and branding are cohesively addressed. The outcome is a considered, professional environment that enhances the client journey, supports staff comfort, and communicates trust, stability, and care throughout.

Key Benefits:

• Warm, welcoming entry experience: The softly curved reception area features a textured backdrop, subtle lighting, and elegant signage, creating an immediate sense of calm for clients upon arrival.
• Biophilic design integration: The inclusion of a potted olive tree softens the space and introduces a natural, grounding element—enhancing emotional comfort for visitors dealing with sensitive legal matters.
• Serene and sophisticated palette: A refined coastal-inspired colour scheme of whites, sandy tones, and warm timbers delivers a professional yet tranquil aesthetic throughout the fitout.
• Thoughtful spatial flow: Glazed partitions provide clear sightlines and transparency while maintaining privacy, giving the space an open and structured feel.
• High-functioning boardroom design: The boardroom includes ergonomic seating, integrated AV solutions, acoustic treatments, and sheer curtaining, balancing professionalism with privacy.
• Contemporary kitchen breakout zone: The breakout area offers generous bench space, integrated appliances, subtle task lighting, and ocean views, providing staff with a practical and peaceful retreat.
• Brand presence with impact: Subtle yet high-spec illuminated signage reinforces brand identity while maintaining an understated, elegant tone in key client-facing zones.
• Layered lighting for atmosphere: A combination of ambient, task, and accent lighting across the tenancy enhances functionality while supporting the overall warmth and softness of the environment.