Meet the Team
Our story
FACTORY ONE
14 Alfred Street, Warragul
Factory One was opened in July 2013 by April Pyle a professional photographer of over 20 years while living in the Northern Territory.
Shortly after making the move to West Gippsland, April brought her dream concept store to life- creating a hybrid and contemporary gallery-style space selling plants, furniture and homewares, art and more.
Factory One thrived until 2020 when the building was sold.
April had one choice: go bigger or go home…
VIOLET AND IVVY
137 Queen Street, Warragul
When the Alfred Street building was sold, April saw it not as an ending but as the beginning of something deeply personal. From that moment, Violet and Ivvy was created.
The move to Queen Street allowed the vision to expand beyond what was created at Factory One.
With double the floor space, Violet & Ivvy blends curated retail and furniture with a welcoming café, corporate meeting space and intimate wine bar all under one thoughtfully designed roof.
Every detail has been carefully considered; USB ports are tucked into bench seating for those who wish to work, meet or linger a little longer. Lush greenery softens the space, creating a calming sanctuary in the center of Warragul- somewhere to meet, connect and recharge.
The name also carries special meaning. When April first discovered she was expecting twins, she imagined two girls named Violet and Ivy. Life had its own plans, blessing her with both a boy and a girl however she never could quite forget the name combination.
“VI” also represents the Roman numeral for six, symbolizing the members of her family at the heart of it all.
Whether you’re here for coffee, conversation, shopping or celebration, Violet and Ivvy is lovingly designed to feel like home.
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April offers her industry knowledge and expertise with a custom consultation service. From small personal projects to large scale corporate work, contact April to discuss your needs.
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As an award winning photographer with over 25 years experience, April knows her way around the perfect shot.
Consultation
Founder April Pyle offers her industry knowledge and expertise with custom consultation services: