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Wasted Waste

22 Apr, 2026

20–26 April 2026 Milano Design Week 2026, Alcova, Baggio Military Hospital, LAVANDERIA – L5, Milan, Italy. The contemporary world is drowning in textile waste, and the pace of mass production is unsustainable. What happens to the places we live in when we produce more than we can consume?  Wasted Waste,…

Warm Up this Winter – Walk Robin Boyd’s Neighbourhood!

20 Apr, 2026

South Yarra’s layered architectural heritage, streetscape and social history character make it one of Melbourne’s most iconic suburbs. It’s the neighbourhood where Australian modernist architect, author, critic, and public educator Robin Boyd designed his family Boyd House II, or ‘Walsh Street’, as locals fondly refer to it, in 1957. The…

Hardworking Hands of Design

18 Apr, 2026

Aesop Reveals the Stories Behind its Stores for Melbourne Design Week This Melbourne Design Week, Aesop spotlights the many ‘hardworking hands’ behind some of the brand’s most enduring store designs—through a limited-edition publication and in-conversation event. On Wednesday 20 May, friends and customers can join in a discussion with the…

NGV Triennial Returns to Melbourne this December

17 Apr, 2026

The 2026 NGV Triennial, opening 13 December, offers a dynamic and diverse snapshot of contemporary culture today through the work of nearly 100 artists and collectives from 35 countries. Traversing all levels of NGV International, this blockbuster exhibition features more than 80 projects, including 25 world-premiere commissions and 70+ entering…

Dulux Colour Awards 2026: Finalists Announced

15 Apr, 2026

2026 marks the 40th anniversary of the prestigious Dulux Colour Awards, the premier awards program recognising innovative, original and ambitious use of colour in the built environment. Widely regarded as an industry vanguard, the Dulux Colour Awards have elevated this intrinsic element of design and increased the appreciation of colour…

Welcome to The Living Room

9 Apr, 2026

To celebrate Design Tasmania turning 50, we’re hosting a year-long activation of our galleries as “The Living Room”, a shared space for inquiry, making, connection and inspiration, aligning with our founder Gary Cleveland’s original (50-year) vision.  The Living Room will act as a hub for reflection, reconnection, and reimagining of…

GAME ON! JamFactory Celebrates Gather Round 2026

6 Apr, 2026

Coinciding with AFL Gather Round 2026, Game On celebrates the passion, energy, and culture of Australian Rules Football in all its colourful glory! This dynamic exhibition brings together First Nations artists from across the country to explore the essence of the great Aussie game. From the roar of the crowd to the…

1KOMMA5° introduces energy optimisation platform Heartbeat AI in Australia

2 Apr, 2026

The global 1KOMMA5° group provides home solar battery solutions and has now launched the Heartbeat AI platform to enable homeowners to optimise their energy consumption and accelerate the battery payback timeframe. 1KOMMA5° designed battery hardware uses Lithium Iron Phosphate technology and is controlled by its proprietary circuit board technology. With…

YHA Australia Sets New Benchmark for Sustainable Accommodation with Multiple Global Certifications

31 Mar, 2026

YHA’s long-standing commitment to supporting communities and reducing environmental impact is independently validated by achieving B Corp status and 100% of its national network now certified by Ecotourism Australia. YHA Australia has become Australia’s first owned and operated accommodation network to achieve Certified B Corporation status, meeting rising traveller expectations…

2026 Australian Urban Design Awards Winners Revealed 

25 Mar, 2026

The winners of the Australian Urban Design Awards have been revealed, showcasing the very best of urban design projects, leaders and initiatives that are improving the performance of our cities and the quality of life for communities. The 12 winners from across the country set a new standard for intelligent…