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The moment is NAU, in Copenhagen

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The moment is NAU, in Copenhagen

Founded by Richard Munao in 2017, NAU’s presentation at 3daysofdesign builds on decades of groundwork by Cult and marks a confident moment for Australian design overseas.

Powerhouse Parramatta announces a smorgasbord of Australian design

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Powerhouse Parramatta announces a smorgasbord of Australian design

Powerhouse Parramatta has commissioned more than 50 leading designers from across Australia to shape the spaces and experiences of the new museum, including public, exhibition, restaurant and retail spaces.

Melbourne Art Fair 2026 expands its vision

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Melbourne Art Fair 2026 expands its vision

Returning to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre this February, Melbourne Art Fair 2026 introduces FUTUREOBJEKT and its first-ever Design Commission, signalling a growing focus on collectible design, crafted objects and cross-disciplinary practice.

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From Sydney to Scandinavia: Inside NAU’s immersive exhibition at Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign

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From Sydney to Scandinavia: Inside NAU’s immersive exhibition at Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign

A curated exhibition in Frederiksstaden captures the spirit of Australian design

Highlights from across Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign 2025

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Highlights from across Copenhagen’s 3daysofdesign 2025

Take a whirlwind tour of some of the standout appearances at 3daysofdesign 2025.

Tom Fereday and Zenith Design Studio’s latest collaboration is an ode to natural materials and contemporary design

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Tom Fereday and Zenith Design Studio’s latest collaboration is an ode to natural materials and contemporary design

The latest in this long standing collaboration is a lounge collection that is a fresh interpretation on some of design’s most loved movements.

Renewing a place of knowledge: TZG at the Art Gallery of NSW

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Renewing a place of knowledge: TZG at the Art Gallery of NSW

Providing increased amenity and a place to linger for every visitor, Tonkin Zulaikha Greer (TZG) has created a magnificent interior for the relocated and enlarged Art Gallery of New South Wales Library.

Beautiful surprises at every turn at Matters, Villa Alba

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Beautiful surprises at every turn at Matters, Villa Alba

Villa Alba is undoubtedly a highlight of Melbourne Design Week, with designers established and emerging putting their best feet forward within the beautiful rooms of the Villa.

Map out your Melbourne Design Week with these 12 highlights

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Map out your Melbourne Design Week with these 12 highlights

Melbourne’s epic Design Week is almost upon us. I put it out to my friends and colleagues, asking what they can’t wait to see, and have collated a top 12 program highlights list for you here.

The life and career of Cult founder Richard Munao

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The life and career of Cult founder Richard Munao

A self-professed “thinker”, Cult founder Richard Munao has perfected the art of the ‘surprise’, never letting himself or his 25-year-strong business become complacent. Munao shares some of the secrets to his success.

It’s all in the process: Tom Fereday’s ‘External Review’

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It’s all in the process: Tom Fereday’s ‘External Review’

The American Hardwood Export Council and Tom Fereday recently launched External Review – a reflection of the Cove Lounge’s design process, from start to finish.

Richard Munao brings Cult to Singapore and shares his secrets to success

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Richard Munao brings Cult to Singapore and shares his secrets to success

Experts in furniture for work and life, Cult is opening its first showroom in Singapore. Editor Alice Blackwood speaks with founder Richard Munao on the brand’s journey over 25 years as well as his own as the leader and founder of the business

The who’s who of product design, right here right now

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The who’s who of product design, right here right now

Scroll through the who’s who of product design in 2022. We’ve rounded up the 12 top-ranking designer products from The Object category of INDE.Awards.

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Nami: Flat-pack, reimagined

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Nami: Flat-pack, reimagined

Tom Fereday’s latest collection for nau design celebrates the visual fluidity of solid timber, while redefining the idea of a flat-pack as multidimensional, timeless – and Australian made.

Celebrating local with nau 2021

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Celebrating local with nau 2021

Cult Design’s in-house brand, nau shines a light on the beauty of locally-made design with their new 2021 collection featuring inspiring products from some of the country’s most prolific designers.

Cocktail Hour! Four Pillars Gin x Cult

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Cocktail Hour! Four Pillars Gin x Cult

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Revamp the WFH routine with your very own ‘Ready-To-Ship Home Office’

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Revamp the WFH routine with your very own ‘Ready-To-Ship Home Office’

Change up the daily routine! CULT’s new ‘Ready-To-Ship Home Office’ offers three dream setups to take your work from home experience to the next level.

A few of our favourite things from Cult

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A few of our favourite things from Cult

From the subtlety of timeless design to iconic pieces that have created household names out of their designers, here are ten pieces from Cult Design Asia that should be on your radar.

5 Minutes With… SP01’s Matt Lorrain

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5 Minutes With… SP01’s Matt Lorrain

Co-founder and Creative Director of SP01 Matt Lorrain talks us through the furniture brand’s latest collections, its evolving creative process, and future collabs.

5 minutes with Tom Fereday on OMNI

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5 minutes with Tom Fereday on OMNI

Developed in collaboration with Earp Bros, OMNI is an entirely new design direction for designer Tom Fereday. We get the insights about the winner of The Object category from the 2019 INDE.Awards.

5 Minutes With… Tom Fereday On OMNI

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5 Minutes With… Tom Fereday On OMNI

Developed in collaboration with Earp Bros, OMNI is an entirely new design direction for designer Tom Fereday. We get the insights about the winner of The Object category from the 2019 INDE.Awards.

David Jones and Country Road Group, by Gray Puksand

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David Jones and Country Road Group, by Gray Puksand

Six major Australian labels, two buildings, one unified workplace. Graydelviered David Jones and Country Road Group a stylish new Melbourne headquarters.

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Would you like to sit indoors or out?

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Would you like to sit indoors or out?

Ten new pieces from designers Tim Rundle and Tom Fereday for SP01 expand on previous, one-off designs to form two new collections for the indoors and out.

And Here Are Your 2019 INDE.Awards Winners!

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And Here Are Your 2019 INDE.Awards Winners!

Selected by our esteemed jury from over 430 entries from 14 countries, the Winners and Honourable Mentions of the INDE.Awards 2019 represent the most progressive architecture and design in all its diversity and dynamism within the Indo-Pacific region.

Proudly Presenting Your 2019 INDE.Awards Winners!

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Proudly Presenting Your 2019 INDE.Awards Winners!

In 2019 we received not only a record-breaking number of entries, but saw some of the most exciting and progressive work that exists within our vast region. We have been energised by the raw talent of our regional design community, and humbled by the Jury’s commitment and devotion to meticulously reviewing this year’s submissions. This […]

“Innovative and awe-inducing” – Announcing INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist

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“Innovative and awe-inducing” – Announcing INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist

The results are out! We’re excited to introduce you to your INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist. Read on to find out which entries made the final cut.

Announcing INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist

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Announcing INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist

The results are out! We’re excited to introduce you to your INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist. Read on to find out which entries made the final cut.

The Official Shortlist Of INDE.Awards 2019

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The Official Shortlist Of INDE.Awards 2019

“Innovative and awe-inducing” – We’re excited to introduce you to your INDE.Awards 2019 Official Shortlist. Read on to find out which entries made the final cut.

The Cologne Convo: Australians take over Orgatec 2018

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The Cologne Convo: Australians take over Orgatec 2018

We came out in droves for Orgatec 2018 – the year that Australians dominated the German commercial furniture fair quite unlike ever before.

Chin Chin

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Chin Chin

“We connect with the Chin Chin customer through materiality. You would expect to see the chipboard substrate cladding in a twenty-something’s apartment. It’s raw and youthful and in that sense makes a relationship with the Chin Chin majority diner” says George Livissianis.

5 minutes with Ben Edwards ahead of Plasticity

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5 minutes with Ben Edwards ahead of Plasticity

Not afraid to break the traditional boundaries of a designer, Ben Edwards of Studio Edwards is in the midst of organising a new design program – alt. material – we chat with him ahead of the first exhibition, Plasticity.

What makes Good Design?

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What makes Good Design?

Last week saw hundreds of products across a wide range of categories awarded in the annual Good Design Awards. Here we highlight the projects and products that remain close to our heart – architecture, interiors and furniture.

Tom Fereday’s Bespoke Furniture for a Bespoke Brand

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Tom Fereday’s Bespoke Furniture for a Bespoke Brand

Each piece of free-standing furniture at Louis Vuitton’s Westfield Bondi Junction store has been created specifically for the French brand by Australian designer Tom Fereday.

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Home Away From Home

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Home Away From Home

Domestication in the workplace continues to take the Australian corporate community by storm. Joining the revolution, the Wes Lounge from Zenith Interiors is bringing comfort and personality back to the workplace.

Eccentric and anachronistic – the Wes Lounge

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Eccentric and anachronistic – the Wes Lounge

Named in homage to iconic director Wes Anderson, the Wes Lounge recalls the director’s striking visual style and represents an exploration into traditional upholstery and minimalist design.

Eccentric and Whimsical: Introducing the Wes Lounge

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Eccentric and Whimsical: Introducing the Wes Lounge

Named in homage to iconic director Wes Anderson, the Wes Lounge recalls the director’s striking aesthetic appearance and represents an exploration into traditional upholstery and minimal design.