AIDA launches the official 2009 Yearbook
September 22nd, 2009
A YEAR IN DESIGN, the official 2009 Australian International Design Awards Yearbook has been launched. With a foreword from the Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, this acclaimed industry sourcebook comprises 76 pages of mouth-watering images showcasing the winners of the 2009 Australian International Design Awards, together with articles, directories and highlights from one of the most successful years in the program’s history.
With its fresh new layout and slimline design by Indesign Publishing, A YEAR IN DESIGN is now an exclusive supplement to their world-renowned titles Indesign and DQ magazines, representing a total readership of more than 33,000 designers, product manufacturers and design enthusiasts.
In a bid to reduce environmental impact, A YEAR IN DESIGN has been printed on wood-free stock and is widely available as an eBook at indesignlive.com/aida
For a copy of the Yearbook send your request to mail@designawards.com.au
2010 CALL FOR ENTRIES
Be in the running for Australia’s top product design award and benefit from high profile publicity and competitive advantage.
Enter online at designawards.com.au
Entry closes 1 Dec 2009
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