Here’s a line-up of the Design Conversations happening on 15 and 16 March at Singapore Indesign Intimate 2023. Start filling your calendar because they are all free!
February 17th, 2023
With a focus on solving problems through design, the Design Conversations series at the upcoming Singapore Indesign Intimate 2023 is not to be missed. We’ve assembled three panels of the most progressive designers, architects and thought leaders from Singapore.
If you want to tap into the latest thinking about new ways of working, sustainability issues and circular economy, you need get yourself to our exhibitors’ showrooms on 15 and 16 March. Listen, watch and join the conversation – there’ll be opportunities for you to ask questions at the end of each session.
So don’t wait! Online registrations are now open for you to reserve your spot. It’s completely FREE and there are limited tickets available.

What does digital transformation have to do with workplace design? With organisations evolving how they operate, the modern workplace will need to be able to support new ways of working together. We investigate how smart office buildings, activity-based design, AI technology and more can help future-proof the office of tomorrow.
Speakers:
Ben Hamley, Data-Driven Design and Innovation Leader, APAC, JLL
Larissa Murphy, Vision Creator, Dare Design (previously known as Contrast)
Matilda Sung, Partner, Graphite Studio
Ryan Anderson, VP of Global Research & Insights, MillerKnoll
Moderator:
Vanitha Pavapathi, Editor, CUBES and IndesignliveAsia
Hosted by Herman Miller and XTRA
Date: 15 March
Time: 6pm
Location: XTRA Office, 6 Raffles Boulevard, #02-239 Marina Square, Singapore 039594

What are the impacts that the built environment has on the environment and what can be done to mitigate them and possibly heal the Earth? In this session, we discuss innovative solutions and strategies with those who want to revolutionise the built industry.
Speakers:
Emir Nurov, Co-Founder & CEO, Resync
Farizan d’Avezac De Moran, Senior Partner, GreenA Consultants
Kevin Lim, Principal, Studio SKLIM
Yann Follain, Managing Director & Head of Design, WY-TO Group
Moderator:
Vanitha Pavapathi, Editor, CUBES and IndesignliveAsia
Hosted by Louis Poulsen
Date: 16 March
Time: 11.30am
Location: Louis Poulsen, 5 Purvis Street, #01-02, Singapore 188584

Material waste is a prevalent problem in the manufacturing industry. But what if it can be thought of as a precious commodity? This talk spotlights creators who tackle this issue through design and discusses sustainable business practices.
Speakers:
Cherin Tan, Founder, LAANK & LAAT
Esli Ee, Co-Founder, Offcut Factory
Morgan Yeo, Director, Roger&Sons
Moderator:
Vanitha Pavapathi, Editor, CUBES and IndesignliveAsia
Hosted by Stylecraft and Tappeti
Date: 16 March
Time: 6pm
Location: Stylecraft Singapore, #01-01 Genting Centre, 3 Lim Teck Kim Road, Singapore 088934

There’ll be other activities happening throughout Singapore Indesign Intimate 2023. Do check back on our website for updates as the program expands in the lead up to 15 March!
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