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Tilt’s Tim Phillips on technology and the essence of industrial design

Tilt’s Tim Phillips on technology and the essence of industrial design

We spoke with Tilt’s Managing and Creative Director about industrial design, innovative technology and wellbeing within education spaces.

Buildings Breakthrough at COP28: Q&A with David Ness

Buildings Breakthrough at COP28: Q&A with David Ness

UniSA Professor David Ness played a key role in a UN report on CO2 emissions relating to buildings, construction and urban growth which underpins the Buildings Breakthrough official launch at COP28 in Dubai.

What does empowerment and inclusivity look like in the design industry?

What does empowerment and inclusivity look like in the design industry?

Last month, MillerKnoll and Queers in Property (QIP) came together to showcase queer designers in a LGBTQI+ speaker series which explored the journeys and work of leading queer designers. We give you the rundown.

Studio Prineas’ Sheeth Headquarters receives a Workplace Design Commendation

Studio Prineas’ Sheeth Headquarters receives a Workplace Design Commendation

Sheeth Headquarters has just received a Workplace Design Commendation at the 2023 Australian Interior Design Awards. Read our INDESIGN Magazine exclusive on the Marrickville warehouse refurb that redefines the term ‘industrial-luxe’.

British-Australian free-trading kicks off in 2023

British-Australian free-trading kicks off in 2023

The recent signing of free-trade deals in the UK and Australia signals major shakeups for design, architecture, engineering and construction in two hemispheres. Is this a positive sign for local creative sectors or global reputations?

Vale Boris Tosic: A life lived to the fullest

Vale Boris Tosic: A life lived to the fullest

It is with immense sadness that we report on the passing of Boris Tosic, founder of Élan. Boris was renowned for his irrepressible spirit, his drive and his big heart.

Who is leading the charge? This year’s NAWIC winners give us the answers

Who is leading the charge? This year’s NAWIC winners give us the answers

NAWIC – otherwise known as the National Association of Women in Construction – held its Awards for Excellence in February, heralding the leaders of cultural change in construction and design.

Construction hours extended to support industry during COVID-19

Construction hours extended to support industry during COVID-19

Construction sites can now operate on weekends and public holidays under new rules introduced today by the NSW Government to support the industry during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Adhesive solutions from tesa are BornToBuild

Adhesive solutions from tesa are BornToBuild

For some people, design is more than a job, it’s a calling. A desire that requires the best knowledge and the finest in products, from top to bottom. With this in mind, tesa asks, were you BornToBuild?

Introducing SiteSupervisor

Introducing SiteSupervisor

Finally, there’s a true collaboration platform, which is purpose-built for the construction industry, and architects as an integral component.

Suppose Design Office’s uncharted territory

Suppose Design Office’s uncharted territory

Finding a way to integrate multiple facets of the built environment, Japanese architecture firm Suppose Design Office not only creates contemporary projects but has opened a real estate agency and construction company all under one roof.

What design can learn from Dubai’s compulsory BIM mandate

What design can learn from Dubai’s compulsory BIM mandate

Are we moving fast enough for the times? Dubai’s Municipality Circular #207 mandate for BIM reveals a shocking skills shortage within Australia’s AECO industries. And little interest in bridging the gap.