FANULI has always been defined by the people behind it. Over 50 years, our team has grown to reflect a depth of experience, perspective, and design thinking, united by a shared commitment to quality, longevity, and meaningful design.
Each designer brings their own voice, approach, and sensibility, shaping spaces that are not only considered and refined, but deeply connected to the lives of those who inhabit them.
Interior Designer
Lara Fanuli is an Interior Designer at FANULI, carrying forward a family legacy that has shaped Australian interiors for over five decades. As the granddaughter of the brand’s founder, her connection to design is both personal and generational, grounded in a lifelong exposure to craftsmanship, furniture, and timeless living.
Working across high-end private residential projects, Lara creates interiors defined by clarity, refinement, and longevity. Her approach begins with understanding how clients want to live, shaping homes that balance beauty, functionality, and atmosphere in a way that feels both elevated and enduring.
Lara is known for her intuitive approach and clear direction, guiding clients from concept through to completion with care and precision. Within the showroom, she is drawn to pieces with subtle presence, such as the Mami floor-to-ceiling light by Penta.
Beyond FANULI, Lara’s creative pursuits extend across fashion, media, and wellness. She is the founder of her own swimwear label, hosts a podcast, and teaches Pilates — reflecting her commitment to continual growth and refinement.
For Lara, good design is a visual expression of identity — where mood, materiality, and thoughtful detail come together to elevate how people live.
FANULI Sydney Contract Division
Joseph Fanuli brings a strong appreciation for craftsmanship, longevity, and timeless design to his role within the FANULI Sydney Contract Division. Growing up within the family business, furniture and interiors have always been part of his everyday life, shaping his understanding of design from an early age.
Through visiting many of FANULI’s international suppliers and factories, Joseph has developed a deeper appreciation for manufacturing, materials, and the detail behind high-quality furniture production. This experience continues to influence his approach today.
Joseph believes great design should feel timeless, functional, and comfortable to live with every day. He prioritises listening closely to clients, understanding how they live and what matters most to them before guiding decisions in a collaborative and considered way.
In the showroom, Joseph is particularly drawn to the Flexform ABC armchair by Antonio Citterio, admired for its understated elegance and enduring relevance.
Outside of work, Joseph enjoys an active lifestyle centred around sport, outdoor activities, and time in nature. He also draws inspiration from architecture and experiencing different cultures.
For Joseph, good design is timeless, functional, and thoughtfully considered.
Showroom Manager & Interior Designer
With over 25 years at FANULI, Jason Woodland-Nash has grown alongside the brand, shaping both its design ethos and the way clients experience the showroom.
Jason’s approach to design is organic and intuitive, guided not by trends, but by the individual needs and personality of each client. He believes the most successful spaces are those where form follows function, and where every decision has purpose — from finishes and fabrics to colour and flow.
Listening is central to Jason’s process. He takes the time to understand how clients live and what matters to them, often incorporating sentimental or meaningful pieces into the final scheme. For Jason, a home should always feel personal, comfortable, and reflective of the people living within it.
What Jason finds most rewarding is building long-standing relationships with clients and seeing spaces evolve over time. Outside the showroom, he finds inspiration in different cultures, music, and food — alongside a newly embarked-upon fitness journey.
For Jason, good design is timeless. It should evoke emotion and, above all, reflect the client.
Interior Stylist
With over 25 years in the furniture industry and 14 years at FANULI, Bernard Radcliffe brings exceptional product knowledge and a deep understanding of contemporary interiors to every project he works on.
Bernard believes people buy emotionally. He enjoys sharing the history behind a piece — why it was designed, how it was made, and what makes it beautiful — helping clients connect with furniture on a deeper level. For him, a space is finished when it feels cohesive, complete, and comfortable.
Architectural merit sits at the core of Bernard’s approach. He values interiors that respect structure, proportion, and intention, using furniture to complement and elevate the home around it.
What Bernard enjoys most is building genuine relationships with clients, creating homes that feel personal, meaningful, and lasting.
For Bernard, good design is everlasting — grounded in history, shaped by emotion, and refined through experience.
Interior Designer
Arthur Papadopoulos is an Interior Designer at FANULI, bringing a warm, relaxed, and pragmatic approach to residential interiors. With a background in design and visual merchandising, he has always been passionate about shaping beautiful, liveable spaces that feel personal and easy to live in.
Arthur is drawn to interiors that feel effortless yet thoughtfully curated, where every element has purpose and reflects the client’s personality. He takes the time to understand how people live, helping clients feel comfortable, confident, and inspired throughout the design process.
He especially enjoys residential projects that involve blending existing furniture with new pieces to create spaces that feel layered, welcoming, and genuinely lived in.
In the showroom, Arthur gravitates towards pieces that balance comfort with quiet confidence, such as the Ozzy range by Flexform — relaxed, welcoming, and beautifully crafted.
Outside of work, Arthur finds inspiration through travel, fashion, music, and nature, alongside time spent outdoors and with family and friends.
For Arthur, good design should feel thoughtful, personal, and easy to live with.
Interior Designer
Brendon King is an Interior Designer at FANULI with a calm, considered approach grounded in clarity and restraint. In his second year with the brand, he enjoys working on residential projects where strong collaboration and thoughtful decision-making lead to well-resolved interiors.
Brendon’s interest in design began early, with a fascination for architecture, floor plans, and historic homes long before interiors became a profession. Today, he is drawn to spaces that feel tailored rather than styled — understated, expressive, and designed to last.
When working with clients, Brendon prioritises confidence and clarity, helping translate ideas into a clear direction so the process feels intuitive and well managed. He is particularly drawn to interiors that balance strong proportions with comfort and ease, qualities he admires in the MAX Sofa by Flexform.
Outside of work, Brendon finds inspiration in architecture, art, travel, and food, spending time exploring galleries, the city, and good restaurants with family and friends.
For Brendon, good design is restraint with conviction — disciplined and expressive in equal measure.
Interior Decorator
Barry Baldwin is an Interior Decorator at FANULI whose work is shaped by a long-standing appreciation for craftsmanship, colour, and the way interiors evolve through life. With more than 30 years across fashion and furniture retail, he brings warmth, experience, and a deeply personal approach to residential interiors.
Barry believes good design begins with understanding how people truly live. He is drawn to refined, comfortable spaces layered with thoughtful fabrics, texture, and colour — interiors that feel elegant without losing a sense of ease.
In the showroom, Barry is particularly drawn to the 1085 Armchair, admiring both its craftsmanship and the way the leather records the life it has lived over time. It reflects his belief that the best interiors should feel personal, enduring, and genuinely lived in.
What Barry values most about his role at FANULI is building relationships with clients and creating homes that feel elevated yet individual.
Outside of work, he draws inspiration from travel, photography, food, and different cultures.
For Barry, good design is simple, liveable, and timeless.
State Manager
Rens Tuit brings more than 16 years of experience across premium furniture, design, and lifestyle brands to his role as State Manager at FANULI. Drawn to the business for its strong family culture and genuine passion for design, he values the heart and connection behind the way FANULI works.
Originally starting his career in fashion retail with premium European brands, Rens later transitioned into high-end furniture, where an early mentor helped shape his passion for contemporary design. His career has since spanned showroom management, architectural sales, and leadership roles across the Australian design industry.
Rens believes good design should be timeless, purposeful, and built to last. His approach centres on understanding how people live and move through spaces, creating interiors that feel functional and considered without unnecessary clutter.
In the showroom, he is particularly drawn to Kristalia’s Tonbo chair, admired for its craftsmanship and enduring design language.
Outside of work, Rens enjoys good food shared with family and friends, alongside Pilates, cycling, and time at the beach with his dog.
For Rens, good design is timeless and never destined for landfill.
Residential Trade Account Manager, Melbourne
With 10 years at FANULI, Shannon Batson brings a deeply personal and design-led approach to residential interiors. Drawn to design, art, and fashion from an early age, he has always been passionate about creating spaces that elevate everyday living and strengthen the connection people have with their homes.
Shannon believes good interior design should balance beauty and function while feeling authentic to the people living within it. Rather than following trends, he focuses on interiors that feel personal and easy to live in.
What Shannon enjoys most is seeing the emotional connection clients form with their homes over time, particularly when they return years later to share how much comfort and joy their furniture has brought them.
In the showroom, Shannon is drawn to expressive yet comfortable pieces such as the Ginger Chaise by Antonio Citterio, admired for its sculptural form and craftsmanship.
Outside of work, Shannon finds inspiration through art, music, fashion, pop culture, and the strong connections he shares with family and friends.
For Shannon, good design is the perfect balance of style, sophistication, and ease.
Retail Sales Consultant
With more than 30 years of experience across interior design and furniture, Balli Yusuf brings a thoughtful and client-focused approach to residential interiors at FANULI. Having worked across Melbourne and Auckland, as well as within her own design business, Balli combines extensive industry knowledge with a passion for creating homes that feel personal and beautifully resolved.
Balli believes good design should reflect the individuality of the client. Her approach considers lifestyle, colour, comfort, and practicality together, helping create interiors that feel cohesive and easy to live in. Listening closely is central to her process, allowing her to understand each client’s needs before guiding them towards thoughtful design solutions.
She especially enjoys working on complete residential schemes, particularly for clients transitioning into smaller luxury homes.
In the showroom, Balli is drawn to bold pieces such as the Zoey Armchair and Footstool, admired for their strong character, comfort, and versatility.
Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, spending time with family and friends, and drawing inspiration from art, architecture, music, film, and fashion.
For Balli, good design is uncomplicated, useful, long-lasting, and aesthetically exciting.
Retail Interiors Consultant
Jesse Oliver brings a creative and considered approach to residential interiors at FANULI, shaped by an early background in fashion and textiles. After studying fashion at university and running his own label, Jesse eventually found his way into interiors, discovering a passion for creating spaces that balance functionality with strong visual identity.
For Jesse, every project begins with the client’s lifestyle and brief. He believes interior design sits at the intersection of practicality and aesthetics, where thoughtful design can shape how people experience and enjoy their home.
Jesse particularly enjoys collaborating with clients who value creativity and are open to exploring new ideas. He is drawn to interiors that feel refined yet individual, helping clients create spaces that reflect personality and purpose.
In the showroom, Jesse is especially drawn to the versatility of the 1085 dining chair, admired for its ability to shift effortlessly between contemporary and classic environments.
Outside of work, Jesse finds inspiration through architecture, fashion, film, art, and time spent outdoors. He enjoys gallery visits, hiking, beach days, and spending time with friends.
For Jesse, good design is harmonious materiality, unexpected choices, and attention to even the smallest details.
Retail Sales
With five years at FANULI, Ljubinka Bosancic brings a thoughtful and personal approach to residential interiors, shaped by a long-standing passion for design, travel, and timeless living. Drawn to FANULI’s strong family culture and appreciation for Italian and Australian craftsmanship, she values the warmth behind the business.
Ljubinka believes good design should feel timeless, functional, and personal. Her approach begins with understanding how clients want to live, helping guide furniture selections that balance beauty, comfort, and practicality.
She especially enjoys working on complete residential interiors, where coordinating finishes, materials, and furniture can transform the atmosphere of a home. For Ljubinka, a home should always feel calm, welcoming, and uplifting.
In the showroom, she is drawn to the Ozzy Armchair by Patrick Norguet for Flexform, admired for its elegant detailing and exceptional comfort.
Outside of work, Ljubinka enjoys travelling, long walks along the beach, cooking wholesome food, and making time to recharge.
For Ljubinka, good design is where function, artisanal quality, and beauty come together.
