Who is shaping the Australian design industry in 2015? Each year, we consider this question and nominate the most cutting-edge emerging creatives in Australia for this year.

It should come as no surprise to any of you that the meaning of the word “design” is changing. No longer a strict term with neat little categories, the boundaries of what design can and should be, has shifted greatly with waves and changes in what the market wants. Experience was a defining factor in selecting our best and brightest this year, where those pushing the boundaries are having a remarkable impact on human behavior, creating lasting and meaningful experiences for the world around them in every sector.

I am truly excited about this years list. Each and every top tenner here represents where the future of design should be looking to, and I cannot wait to see where they are taking the industry next.

Grab a copy of DQ #57 to read more why we selected the below best and brightest!

Adele Winterage, designer + founder, Foolscap Studio Melbourne

Rachel Fry and Amon Carson, owners and founders of Criteria Melbourne

Danielah Martinez, textile + graphic designer and senior textile designer at Tappeti

Anna Ross, owner and founder of Kester Black Cosmetic Design

Juliet Moore and Ben Edwards, Edwards Moore Multi Disciplinary Design Melbourne

Emma Coulter, visual artist

Chris Hardy, industrial designer

David Flack, interior architect and founder of Flack Studio, Melbourne

Peter Harding and Asa Jonasson, lighting designers and founders of Phoebe Lamps

Bei Na Wei, fashion engineer