Written by
Nicky Lobo

Ideas
“We just need to make the revolution irresistible”: A story about hemp
In the second of a two-part exploration of hemp in today’s built environment, we consider risk and reward.

Events
The age of hemp? Aesthetics, legalities and the promise of carbon-neutrality
In the first of a two-part exploration of hemp in today’s built environment, we consider aesthetics and why the material hasn’t been used more widely.

Events
In review: Spectra widens the lens on Queensland furniture design
‘Spectra – Contemporary Queensland Furniture’ recently opened at Artisan in Brisbane, greeted by a community of cross-industry creatives hungry for Queensland furniture design content, writes Nicky Lobo.

Ideas
How do we combat ageism through design?
At a recent panel discussion, entitled Designing To Defy Ageism, panellists looked to dissolve the myths around age brackets and what we may assume people need and want at a certain age. What came out of the event was a much wider discussion around understanding the needs and desires of an end-user.

Events
Reconciliation through architecture: a discussion
Indigenous-settler reconciliation is not just an intention, or even an outcome, writes Nicky Lobo. It’s an ongoing creative process that will challenge, reveal and ultimately transform relationships.

News
Dance For Life 2018 announced!
After a 4-year hiatus, Dance For Life returned to the design community in March this year. Next year, it’s back again at the Overseas Passenger Terminal in Sydney’s Circular Quay — promising to be bigger and better than ever.