DQ ONTERA COVER SHOOT – BEHIND THE SCENES

Focusing on Ontera’s ‘Design Freedom’ concept, the photo shoot for the DQ#53 cover was a creative exploration of custom carpet tiles, resulting in a dynamic, imaginative image. We go behind the scenes to speak with Art Director Frances Yeoland about the process of conceptualising and executing the shoot.

Design Discovery Finalists Announced

The top ten finalists in the 2009 Bombay Sapphire Design Discovery Award have been announced.

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Seidler Invitation

Rose Seidler House will open its doors to the public for a free weekend in March.

Studio Nicholas: Redefining Australia’s Interior Design Identity

With experience across fashion, styling and interiors, Nicholas Gilbert launches Studio Nicholas with a mission to elevate Australian design on the world stage — and to champion a more rigorous, professional future for the industry.

Plus Studio and ICD Property unveil plans for major West End riverside precinct

Plus Studio and ICD Property have submitted a proposal for a development on Brisbane’s Donkin Street, using a 1.68-hectare former industrial site as a new riverside residential and community destination.

Fletcher Arts October group show returns to Toorak

Held in a private Melbourne residence, Fletcher Arts’ annual exhibition unites over 30 Australian artists and designers in a setting where art meets architecture.

The changing workplace and why it demands good design

With Steelcase having reopened its refreshed WorkLife Showroom in Singapore this year, we spoke to Navedita Shergill about some key workplace macro shifts identified in their research.