Woods Bagot will have six speakers in this year’s program of Design Show Australia, talking on a range of subjects from closed-loop materials sourcing to the future of hospitality design.
Running from 15–17 June, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Design Show is the nation’s largest and most influential exhibition for interior design solutions and a trusted meeting place for industry experts.
See the lineup of stimulating discussions by our expert architecture and design leaders below.
Speaker: Bronwyn McColl, Principal
Date & time: June 15, 10:30am – 11:15am AEST
Stage: Design Talks
The panel led by First Nations architects, designers and consultants gather with non-indigenous collaborators to share their approach to design and sustainability which can positively impact all types of residential and commercial projects. A great insight into how designers of all backgrounds can feel more at ease in recognising where we are in the world and help their clients strive towards achieving their sustainability goals and reconciliation plans.
Bronwyn McColl, Jasmine Kerdel and Tahlia Landrigan with Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative’s Simon Flagg and Rose De Jong.
Speaker: Phoebe Settle, Associate
Date & time: June 16, 10:30am – 11:15am AEST
The panel will share their experience of best practice in finding and evaluating locally made and resourced products and materials from first nations and non indigenous suppliers, designers and makers.
University of Tasmania Forestry Building
Speaker: Amanda Stanaway, Principal, Global Leader – Workplace Interiors
Date & time: June 16, 1:00pm – 1:45pm AEST
After a period of paralysis are we about to see bold decisions as corporates accept that the way we work has changed for good? Could the desk-less office be a part of the new generation of workplace? A kit of parts become the norm? What else is on the horizon? Our panel share their thoughts.
NAB Parramatta Square
Speaker: Sarah Alessi, Associate Principal
Date & time: June 16, 2:15pm – 3:00pm AEST
The expert panel shares their take on the positive leave behinds from the COVID experience and the new highlights that can be incorporated into future designs to enhance experience.
Hotel Continental Sorrento
Speaker: Ana Sa, Associate Principal
Date & time: June 16, 3:30pm – 4:15pm AEST
How are designers and developers tackling ongoing escalating costs and supply timeframes to continue to deliver outstanding apartments that support owners lifestyles efficiently? Our panel share their experience and thoughts.
Elwood House
Speaker: Marcia Ascencio, Associate
Date & time: June 17, 1:00pm – 1:45pm AEST
Embrace the possibilities as colour induces positive moods and environments. What should we consider when it comes to colour?
Gilbert + Tobin Melbourne
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