As a globally awarded, published and recognised environmentally-aware designer Kent Gration's furniture and lighting range 'Wambamboo' has enabled and provided an important platform to create a discourse within the global design community and general consumer market regarding sustainability in the furniture and lighting design sectors. Kent pioneered the use of bamboo in high-end furniture and lighting design at the Salone Satellite in 2007, promoting its environmentally-aware benefits with national and international awards and recognition in many leading awards programs and publications. Kent has been highly regarded within academic settings, as a sessional lecturer and design facilitator.