The 21 finalists in the 2010 Launch Pad program have been announced.
July 6th, 2010
Now in its 6th year, Launch Pad continues to support emerging design in Australia by connecting people, ideas and products in design.
This year’s finalist selection encompasses innovative seating designs, illuminating lighting designs and a range of creative products for the home.
The judges were particularly impressed by the originality of this year’s designs and their potential to enter production.
The 2010 finalists are:
Emily Tea Set
Frederick Glassware
Lady Elizabeth Standard Lamp
Right Way Up
Inflorescence
Cement Candelabra
Filament Table
TURN Table
PORCUPINE Lamp Series
Dinosaur Chair
Moire024
Legless
illumini decanter
Perch Stool
loopie
TRESTLE TL
designer.line
Lights for the Blind
Grandson clock
Spli Stool
The Launch Pad program includes a mentoring evening where the finalist designers are given exclusive access to a range of manufacturers and industry professionals to help make their prototypes a reality.
To view the 20 prototype designs, register for Saturday in Design and visit the Living Edge studio on 6 – 7 August 2010.
Visit launch-pad.com.au for more information.
Perch Stool by Lisa Formaggin
Loopie by Louisa Kwan
Grandson Clock by Rowen Wagner
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