Women in design

Ideas
BLP’s Bettina Bartos on science, technology and healthcare design
To mark International Women’s Day 2024, we hear directly from the BLP Principal who has forged an impressive career designing in and around healthcare, science and technology.

Furniture
Sophie Solomon finds beauty in gentle tensions
Sophie Solomon of SSD Studio designs living spaces that evoke emotion and connection. She was drawn to the Luna Chair by King for its fine blend of contrasts and the power of this to touch the individual.

News
Good Design Awards announces new Women in Design Award
“This award seeks to recognise and celebrate women who have made significant contributions to the industry.” Launching its new award, the Good Design Awards’ new Women in Design Award is aiming to address gender imbalances in the industry.

People
5 minutes with Seada Linardi, founder of SLAB
We asked Seada Linardi, the founder of boutique design practice SLAB, some questions about process, running a successful practice and balancing it all as a parent.

Products
Femme Atelier takes inspiration from the everyday
Bangkok-based design studio Femme Atelier has designed and produced a collection of tables and chairs that draw inspiration from everyday doors and windows.

Ideas
Game changers: Five women setting their own design course
In honour of International Women’s Day, Indesign takes a look at just a small handful of women who can easily be described as game changers.

People
Deconstructing the Boys Club
Indesign Luminary Sue Carr was recently named one of Australia’s most influential women. We chat to the entrepreneur, industry influencer and inspired architect about breaking down barriers in A+D.

Ideas
Architect Barbie
Earlier this month in New York City toy brand Mattel launched Barbie’s latest incarnation – an architect!