Saturday Indesign (SID), now in its 20^th year, really encapsulates that spirit of connectivity that makes the design community so unique and, well, fun. It’s an event that brings people together, invites them into the ‘homes’ of Australia’s leading purveyors of design, to experience showrooms as activated brand environments. Through interactive installations, dynamic design discussions, product launches and sublime hospitality, 34 exhibitors across 26 locations brought Saturday Indesign to vibrant life, this year in Melbourne.

Defined by three major design precincts of the city CBD, Richmond and Collingwood, the 2023 edition of Saturday Indesign enticed 2000 architects, designers and design lovers out from behind the desk to grab a classic ‘SID’ tote (this year created with bag partners Living Edge), and catch jaunty SID-branded buses (made possible thanks to transport partner Neolith), to sleuth out the best products and meet with friends and future contacts in some of Melbourne’s finest design showrooms.

Here we’ll take you on a whirlwind tour through each precinct, calling out the highlights along the way.

Welcome to Richmond

This year Richmond was flagged as Saturday Indesign’s largest Melbourne precinct, offering event-goers a dense and appealing group of exhibitors to visit – all within an easy walk.

Filling visitors with excitement was the official launch of Australia’s Molteni & C flagship store, unveiling creative director Vincent Van Duysen’s ‘Living Concept – A Warm and Fluid Home’.

Across the road, Jardan revealed its latest collection, seamlessly integrating this into its pop-up Café Jardan. Close by was Mobilia, which toured its visitors through its flagship store, and rewarded one lucky person with a trip to the Milan Furniture Fair – what an excellent door prize!

Reece and Neolith invited guests into Reece’s Richmond headquarters, known as The Works, staged The Project with Fraser and Partners, inviting guests to step into a mesmerising VR adventure where they could be whisked away to a breathtaking utopian bathroom scape.

Didier was a major product highlight, presenting two new furniture collections, entitled TanGuor and Etiquette, as well as an expanded selection of pieces for its established Gunzel Range. At Design Precinct could take part in special workshops and fuel themselves on tasty morsels from Supercheese and Olinda Specialist Cellars Gin and Wine Tasting.

Attracting a block-buster crowd for its Darren Palmer talk was Camerich, while Cosh Living and Cantilever hosted an ‘Australian Designed and Made’ discussion with collaborators Travis Dean and Katie Forbs (Cantilever Interiors) and Justin Hutchinson (Kett) on the panel.

Living Edge never disappoints and this year was no exception, with its carpark transformed into a live garden party. People grouped around the Extremis-designed Panigiri table and live musicians entertaining people with Greek tunes. Tucked next door was Thinking Works which rewarded one lucky visitor with a trip to Clerkenwell Design Week in London. And Winnings programmed a day of delicious cooking demonstrations, masterclasses and a barbecue feast.

Can’t get enough of Collingwood

Teaming up with Santa & Cole, AJAR staged The Project with a series of land and air scapes sculpted by the warm light of Santa & Cole’s Tekiò pendant lamp. Also filling their showroom with creative inspiration was AXOR with Plus Architecture who staged an ‘fluid’ water-projecting experience that immersed visitors in a multi-sensory wonderland.

ecf HFA put the focus on product innovation, presenting latest offerings from renowned brands Jonas Ihreborn, Luxxbox, Framery, Sedus and +Halle.

In an expansive warehouse space above its usual quarters, Great Dane brought its unique style with long, blue snaking modular sofas, where visitors photographed themselves to go in the running for a delicately designed Verpan lamp.

Across the road at HAY, a colourful cubby house – indeed the Colour Crate House – constructed by the team from numerous multi-hued crates (constructed from recycled content) created quite the buzz among visitors.

The ultimate hosts, K5 Furniture was home to multiple in-depth conversations – including Masanao Hamaguchi speaking with K5’s Suzette Jackson on the values and design thinking of craft furniture from the Hida Takayama region in the Gifu prefecture of Japan.

At ownworld crowds arrived early for the packed-out Publish Me! Panel discussion, and finished the day with music and dancing with DJ Dowel Jones on the decks. Just around the corner, Tait turned on its outdoor hospitality, staging a ‘how to create a natural Australian garden’ workshop with Phillip Withers.

With plenty to touch and look at, Surface Gallery and Style Timber Floors teamed up with design studio Hot Black delving into dreams and fears to present a Utopia x Dystopia installation.

At the centre of Melbourne’s CBD design scene

At Winya Indigenous Furniture presented the Woolee Woolee Keetwanta – An Indigenous Art Projection, and dazzled guests with a performance by Meriam drag artist and reigning champion of Miss First Nation, Cerulean.

Always a popular CBD destination, SZW with Omvivo and e&s hosted a champagne and oyster hour with David Hicks and showed off pop-y pink bathroom concepts, as well as the latest kitchen and bathroom concepts.

At Signature Floors, guests observed artists wielding tufting guns to highly creative effect. Meanwhile, at Aspect Furniture, the company teamed up with Dunlop Foam, Camira Fabrics, Autex, Wise Wool, and Critical to put the focus on sustainable products and manufacturing processes.

HOW. teamed up with Autex Acoustics for this edition of Saturday Indesign, working with RMIT to stage The Project and in-depth discussions for attentive audiences.

At Brickworks, an exhibition of work by architectural photographer Derek Swalwell was on show, and a rich conversation around Growing Graduates Into Leaders proved to be highly relevant and engaging.

This year’s Saturday Indesign is a wrap – but the journey continues!

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Explore the Saturday Indesign Afterparty – an event to remember!

Get ready for next year’s Saturday Indesign, returning to Sydney for 2024.

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The Afterparty was hosted this year at Richmond’s newly opened 5 Star Green Star workplace campus, Industry Lanes, thanks to Salta Properties and Abacus. Welcoming over 350 guests, party-goers started streaming in at 7pm, off the back of numerous wrap-up parties in exhibiting showrooms, ready to kick on and enjoy the beautiful Melbourne evening.

The central open-skied courtyard at Industry Lanes was lit up in hues of blues, purples and more. A dedicated dancefloor with DJ provided ample space for people to dance out the day. 

Meanwhile long tables stretched the length of the event space supplying thirsty crowds with delicious drinks provided by beverage partners Handpicked Wines and Sopra Seltzer.

Crowds milled in groups and circulated, spotting old friends and meeting new faces, debriefing on their days, sharing in stories and toasting to the serendipity of excellent spring weather and a day well spent.

Held on Saturday 2 September in Melbourne, Saturday Indesign brought the city alive with a curated selection of 34 exhibitors across 26 locations, and 2000 architects, designers and design lovers hopping between showrooms spread across major precincts of Richmond, Collingwood and the CBD.

Exhibitors included –

• AJAR
• Arthur G
• Aspect Furniture
• Autex 
• AXOR 
• Brickworks
• Camerich
• Cantilever 
• Cosh Living 
• Design Precinct 
• Didier
• e&s
• ecf HFA
• Great Dane Furniture
• HAY
• HOW.
• Jardan
• K5 
• Living Edge
• Mobilia 
• Molteni&C
• Neolith
• Omvivo
• ownworld
• Reece
• Signature Floors
• Style Timber Floors
• Sub-Zero Wolf
• Surface Gallery 
• Tait
• Thinking Works
• V-ZUG
• Winning Appliances
• Winya

This year’s Saturday Indesign is a wrap – but the journey continues!

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That’s right, not only does Saturday Indesign bring you an unparalleled design experience completely free of charge, we’re also giving you the chance to walk away with prizes that will bring the best of Australian design’s scene to your home or office, amazing artwork and not one, but two international trips! 

So how can you win? All you need to do is register for Saturday Indesign, come along and join in the event on Saturday September 2nd, in Melbourne. On-day, visit and check-in to the showrooms that are giving the prizes away. If you’ve got a certain prize in mind, note that you’ll have to visit that specific showroom to be in their draw to win, visit them all and be in the draw to win them all! 

Saturday Indesign Prize List:

WIN A TRIP TO MILANO
Mobilia
Richmond Precinct
Mobilia is offering a chance to win an exciting getaway to the design mecca of Milan, where you can explore their exclusive collection of world-renowned designer furniture brands, including Cassina, Moroso, Poltrona Frau, and CC-Tapis. This coveted prize unlocks an all-access pass to an exclusive, behind-the-scenes visit at both the Cassina and CC-Tapis factories and showrooms, as well as a personalised and detailed tour through the showrooms of Moroso and Poltrona Frau, nestled in Milan’s beating design heart.

Eager to take the plunge? Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 2nd, and make your way to Mobilia’s Richmond showroom. Here is how to enter on the day: 1.Follow @mobilia_ on Instagram (if you don’t already) 2. Take a photo of Mobilia’s flagship Melbourne showroom 3. Share your photo and tag @mobilia_ in one of your Instagram Stories. 4. Enter the giveaway via the link in our bio. For more information on how to enter and the Terms and Conditions of the competition please visit Mobilia’s website.

Trip to London
Thinking Works
Richmond Precinct

If you’re feeling like the only person not having a Europe summer at the moment, fear not, Thinking Works have got just what you need! They’re giving away a trip to Clerkenwell Design Week in London, in May 2024 to see the latest in Sustainable Product Design, for one lucky visitor of their showroom. The prize includes return economy airfares and 7 nights of accommodation for one person.

Join the Thinking Works team at the Shaw Contract showroom in Richmond throughout the day and complete an entry form for your chance to win. Be there between 4-6pm to hear the winner announced!

Vue de Monde $1000 experience
Didier
Richmond Precinct

Didier will be launching some wonderous new collections on the day, and we’d love to see you there. In celebration of our design journey and story, we’re offering one lucky winner and partner an indulgent night’s experience at Vue de Monde restaurant when it reopens – refurbished and refreshed.

To win this amazing experience, simply visit Didier at Saturday Indesign and photograph yourself with one of our brand-new furniture creations, then follow and tag @rossdidier on Instagram. The winner will be announced after the show.

Missoni Home Prize Pack
Winning Appliances
Richmond Precinct 

RRP Approx $1,500

Winnings will be giving away a Missoni Home prize pack valued at over $1500. This phenomenal prize includes a Missoni Brooke 100 Throw 130×190 cm (valued at $925), two Missoni Jazz 165 Bath Towels (valued at $125), two Missoni Giacomo 165 Hand Towels (valued at $55) and a Missoni Giacomo 165 Bath Sheet (valued at $290).

To enter, all you need to do is attend the Winnings design discussion and leave your details, entry forms will be provided for you to fill out for your chance to win!

Derek Swalwell’s artwork
Brickworks
CBD Precinct 

Here is your lucky chance to win one of Derek Swalwell’s captivating works. Renowned for his distinctive portrayal of architectural landscapes across the globe, Derek’s photography captures iconic built environments in a truly unparalleled manner. With a prolific career spanning over twenty years, his photographic collection showcases a profound grasp of the multifaceted realm of photography, reflecting both his passion and expertise.

5 x Colour Crate prize packs
Hay
Collingwood Precinct 

HAY Colour Crate is a series of colourful storage boxes with a distinctive, perforated design. Now made from 100% recycled post-consumer plastic waste, the range has been extended with a variety of new colours and sizes.

This is your chance to win 1 of 5 Colour Crate prize packs – with 5 x crates per pack, by simply:

1. Take a picture of this exhibition
2. Share to Instagram stories
3. Tag @haydesign_au / @cultdesignau

The winners will be selected randomly and announced on September 18th via Instagram. Good luck!

1 of 10 luxury PuraVida hand showers
Axor

RRP Approx $503 each 

Add some indulgence to your daily shower routine with Hansgrohe/AXOR. The PuraVida EcoSmart hand shower combines the superior shower experience hansgrohe/AXOR is known for with an avantgarde design of sweeping lines and sensual curves created by Phoenix Design.

Whether you are looking to unwind after a long day or be energised after your morning workout you can tailor your shower experience to suit.

With a choice of three spray types; RainAir a soft shower spray that produces gentle beads of water that are enriched with air, CaresseAir that invigorates with five intensive rotating massages jets or Mix which offers you the combination of both, experience water like never before.

5 x Office Furniture
ecf HFA

Get ready for the chance to win not just one, not three, but five incredible office must-have prizes that you want and need:

• Luxxbox Cono Pendant Lamp (https://www.ecf.com.au/product/cono-acoustic-light/)
• Halle Low Nest Chair (https://www.ecf.com.au/product/low-nest-chair-2/)
• Sedus Se:Air – Hybrid Swivel Chair (https://www.ecf.com.au/product/seair/)
• Hot Box – Hotbox 4 (https://www.behotbox.com/products/hotbox-4)
• Framery Gift Pack – featuring assorted merchandise.

LAUFEN basin SONAR by Patricia Urquiola
Reece
Richmond Precinct

RRP Approx $1,387

The Sonar Collection from LAUFEN brings together cutting-edge material technology with a stunning design, sure to be the showpiece of any modern bathroom. Pushing the boundaries of what is possible in bathroom design, Patricia Urquiola has designed a truly unique range that features thin edges and geometric texture. The Sonar Counter Basin showcases a stunning textured exterior only possible through the use of LAUFEN’s SaphirKeramik material.

To enter the giveaway, all you need to do is attend the Reece and Neolith Saturday Indesign event and capture an incredible moment. Snap a photo during the event and make sure to tag both @Reecebathrooms and @NeolithOfficial when you share it on Instagram.

Bespoke Stone Plinth
Neolith
Richmond Precinct

RRP Approx $900

As part of the Saturday Indesign experience, Neolith are creating custom one-off plinths crafted from the inimitable material collection. One lucky winner will take home one of these creations, capturing a truly unique product that encapsulates the best of design.

To enter this giveaway, all you need to do is attend the Reece and Neolith Saturday Indesign event and capture an incredible moment. Snap a photo during the event and make sure to tag both @Reecebathrooms and @NeolithOfficial when you share it on Instagram.

Work from home package
Aspect Furniture
CBD Precinct

RRP Approx $3500

With the prevailing norm of hybrid working, seize the opportunity to win the ultimate work-from-home station furnished by Aspect Furniture with sustainable materials from our esteemed partners.

This includes:

Move chair with arms, upholstered by Camira.

Sit 2 stand Desk, your choice from our sit 2 stand range, specified by the winner.

With monitor arm and soft wiring kit, and Autex/Camira Upholstered screen if desired.

To enter, simply tour their showroom and pop your business card in the drawer. The prize will be drawn on Tuesday the 5th of September.

Zanat Touch Bowl or Platter
K5
Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

RRP Approx $250

The Touch range by Zanat and Studioilse have been crafted as an antidote to the digitalisation of the world. They are rich and evocative pieces that can add warmth and tactility to the experience of cooking and eating at home. The platters and bowls in walnut are finished only with bee’s wax, which is a natural food proof wood finish that can be refreshed from time to time at home.

The lucky winner can select one bowl of their choice from the selection in the showroom.

Sylvestrina (Light)
Ajar
Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

RRP Approx $805

The Sylvestrina lamp is a portable lamp that playfully reimagines lamps of centuries past. Freed from the moorings of electric wires, Sylvestrina’s discreet circular base needs little surface area to house a rechargeable battery. Simply press the outer tube down to activate the switch, adjusting accordingly, to full or medium strength. 

$1000 Camerich Gift Voucher
Camerich
Richmond

RRP Approx $1000

Ever dreamed of having a piece of the Camerich furniture collection in your house? With their timeless and contemporary modern designs, including a variety of modular designer sofas in U Shape, L Shape, Armless, Armed, Chaise, and Daybed styles… Well now’s your chance!

To win this amazing voucher, simply take a photo by the media wall, follow, and tag @camerichau on social media. The winner will be announced after the show.

Little World, art by Maricor Maricar
Signature Floors
CBD

RRP Approx $240

Get your hands on this exquisite hand-painted and embroidered artwork, created by the talented artists at Maricor Maricar. This one-off piece is truly magical and a beautiful work of art.
Once you set your eyes on the work of Maricor Maricar, they will be your new favourite for all things embroidery, stop motion animation, hand crafted props and custom lettering.

$1000 Jackalope Hotel Mornington Peninsula Gift Voucher
How. & Autex Acoustics
CBD / Southbank

RRP Approx $1000

Set on a pristine vineyard amid the world-renowned Mornington Peninsula wine region, intoxicating rural acreage frames a luxury hotel, unique in both destination and design. If you are lucky enough to win this fantastic prize, make sure you check out the incredible AV systems that were fitted by HOW.’s partner ProAV.

Voom Side Table by Adam Goodrum
TAIT
Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

RRP Approx $957

Soft curves and a hint of Australian nostalgia emerge as subtle considerations in Tait’s latest design collaboration with Industrial Designer, Adam Goodrum. Unique in design, the Voom Collection, is a fusion of soft form, versatility and modularity, with the highest quality manufacturing processes considered from end to end to create sustainable pieces, designed to last a lifetime both indoors and out.

1 of 3 “Icons” by Natalie Rosin
Jardan
Richmond

RRP Approx $220 – $330

You, your friend, and even your mother could each win one of three iconic Australian sculptures, inspired by the Byron Bay Lighthouse and the Devils Marbles in the Northern Territory, crafted by ceramicist Natalie Rosin, who has beautifully captured the essence of Australia’s iconic landscapes and buildings.

All you have to do is be in the showroom when the prize is announced on the night, between 4:00 – 6:00pm!

Getting around on the day

Thanks to our transport partners, Neolith, each exhibitor location is connected by our free all-day hop-on hop-off bus loop. Event handbooks and interactive maps will be available on the day.

Register today for your chance to go in the running for our prize pool of over $33,000. See you there, 2 September.

We can’t wait to see you at #saturdayindesign 

Find out what’s happening in our Saturday Indesign precincts: Collingwood, CBD, Richmond. End your day with a bang, secure your tickets to the Official Saturday Indesign After Party here.

Key event details:

Saturday Indesign
2 September, 2023
9am-5pm
Key design locations across Melbourne
Free to attend! Register now!

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This year, Saturday Indesign is uniting 34 exceptional local, regional and international design brands, all of which opening their showroom doors in Melbourne to excite and delight attending design professionals and design lovers alike. Connected by a choose-your-own-adventure style of bus loops, thanks to transport partner Neolith (as well as walking trails and Melbourne public transport links), we invite you to come along and immerse yourself in all that the design industry has to offer on Saturday September 2 from 9am-5pm. 

With a jam packed program of timed events including design discussions, workshops, collaborations and more, there’s a lot to take in across the day. For those who are looking to be ahead of the game on their specifying journey, we’ve compiled the best product launches to help whet your appetite.

From sustainability innovations to the latest hybrid working solutions, we’ve got launches galore happening right across the three precincts. You’ll be the one of the first to see these new releases and will have the chance to get up close and personal to see how they can work in situ. 

So read on to start planning your Saturday Indesign adventure and get ready to launch your design practice to new heights. 

Saturday Indesign 2023 Product Launches

The Habitat
Hosted at: Aspect Furniture
Precinct: CBD
All Day

The latest in hybrid working solutions will be on show at Aspect Furniture. Made specifically to cater for the changing face of workplace design, Habitat is a light, flexible, modular system that can be expanded and quickly adapted to suit personal needs. Designed to help delineate between spaces and zones within both home and office, Habitat is all about agility, flexibility and designed boundaries.  

Combining the expertise of Aspect Furniture, Autex Acoustics and Blender, Habitat micro-environments are made from a simple kit of parts that deliver high-performing acoustics and can be set up in under 30 minutes. Habitat is a light-footprint solution, with each panel made from 53 x 600ml recycled plastic bottles.

Thanks to Aspect Furniture, this isn’t just a product to view but one to potentially win, with Habitat one of the amazing prizes on offer across Saturday Indesign.

Adapt workstation and Shelf+ system launch and more!
Hosted at: HowGroup + Autex
Precinct: CBD

HOW will be featuring exclusive furniture from the HOW collection. The Adapt workstation and Shelf+ system perfectly blend the two world of interior and industrial design. HOW will also feature new furniture from Local and Overseas Designers that we’re sure will be perfect for your next commercial project. Drop into the showroom to see items from Pedrali, Nightworks, Mara, Mogg by Cober Studio, Acustico Lighting and many more.

Autex Acoustics’ latest products!
Hosted at: HowGroup + Autex
Precinct: CBD
All Day

Autex Acoustics will be showcasing a selection of their innovative and sustainable acoustic treatments and solutions. On show and in action will be their latest product launch, Lanes, a modular, 3D acoustic panel system designed for disassembly and with circularity in mind. Also available to view will be their range of customisable, locally manufactured workstation desk screens alongside their industry-first First Nations collaboration with Willie Weston.

11 Objects 11 Years
Hosted at: Ownworld
Precinct: Collingwood
All Day

Presenting a journey through ownworld’s eleven years.
Eleven objects, so pivotal, they shaped our formative years and continue to inspire what we do so proudly today.

More than just a celebration, the curation stands to recognise the designers and our longstanding brands who originally commissioned them.

“About A Chair Eco” range
Hosted at: Hay
Precinct: Collingwood
All Day

Introducing the all-new “About A Chair Eco” range from Hay, a groundbreaking product launch that combines sustainable design with unparalleled comfort, revolutionising how we experience seating solutions.

Jonas Ihreborn / Luxxbox / Framery / Sedus
Hosted at: ecf HFA
Precinct: Collingwood
All Day

Check out the cutting-edge products firsthand as ecf HFA proudly presents an exclusive showcase of the latest offerings from renowned brands like Jonas Ihreborn, Luxxbox, Framery and Sedus.

Launch it!
Hosted at: K5
Precinct: Collingwood
All Day

Be prepared to be amazed by a series of captivating furniture product launches, including the Boyd 2 Furniture Launch, Zanat, David Design, Nola, and a curated selection of artisan pieces, all converging to showcase innovation, craftsmanship, and design excellence.

Magis Launch & Aperitivo hour
Hosted at: Living Edge
Precinct: Richmond
3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Living Edge is excited to welcome Magis to their furniture portfolio. The introduction of Magis to Living Edge is not merely a celebration but a testament to their mutual commitment towards craftsmanship, innovation, and enduring design. Magis, an esteemed beacon of contemporary design, stands as a testament to timeless innovation and artistic ingenuity. Melding visionary creativity with impeccable craftsmanship, Magis curates a collection that captivates design enthusiasts worldwide. Each piece resonates with a distinct character, reflecting the collaborative efforts of renowned designers and skilled artisans. Embracing sustainability and progressive techniques, Magis seamlessly blends aesthetics with purpose, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of modern living. 

Opening of the first Australian Molteni&C Flagship store
Hosted at: Molteni&C + V-ZUG
Precinct: Richmond 
All Day

Be among the first to experience the new Molteni&C Melbourne Flagship Store, unveiling Creative Director Vincent Van Duysen’s Living Concept – A Warm and Fluid Home.

Derlot x BYBORRE.
Hosted at: Living Edge
Precinct: Richmond
All Day

Inspired by the bold, free-spirited designs of the space age era, Derlot’s Pipeline features a distinct, cylindrical backrest capable of contouring to almost any setting. Pipeline has now been released in a series of textiles by BYBORRE.

BYBORRE is a revolutionary textile design company founded in 2010, dedicated to transforming the textile industry through responsible creation and transparent sourcing. Merging physical and digital worlds, by questioning industry norms, BYBORRE invites others to think differently and become part of something bigger—a movement that redefines the possibilities of textiles.

15M Extremis Panigiri table
Hosted at: Living Edge
Precinct: Richmond
All Day

With a unique blend of classic wood and innovative seating options, Panigiri is a table designed to foster togetherness and celebrate life.

Explore the beauty of the incredible 15m table as Living Edge welcomes you to join their Greek Extremis’ Panigiri Festival for Saturday Indesign. In a celebration of comradery and togetherness, enjoy Greek cuisine, immerse yourself in rich traditions, and explore the latest outdoor furniture pieces from Extremis.

TanGuor and Etiquette Launch
Hosted at: Didier
Precinct: Richmond
All Day

Join Didier at Saturday Indesign for the exclusive launch of two new furniture collections by Didier – TanGuor and Etiquette. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience these collections first hand.

Gunzel Range Expansion
Hosted at: Didier
Precinct: Richmond
All Day

Your introduction to new tables and colour options for the Gunzel range by Didier. Beyond the expansion of this collection, enjoy other established Didier collections on display including Puffalo lounging, Apparel seating, Feline low tables, Spinney side table and Elfin Oak stools.

Getting around on the day

Thanks to our transport partners, Neolith, each exhibitor location is connected by our free all-day hop-on hop-off bus loop. Event handbooks and interactive maps will be available on the day.

Register today for your chance to go in the running for our prize pool of over $20,000. See you there, 2 September.

We can’t wait to see you at #saturdayindesign 

Find out what’s happening in our Saturday Indesign precincts: Collingwood, CBD, Richmond. End your day with a bang, secure your tickets to the Official Saturday Indesign After Party here.

Key event details:
Saturday Indesign
2 September, 2023
9am-5pm
Key design locations across Melbourne
Free to attend! Register now!

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Collingwood is all about new product and exclusive launches

If you’re on the hunt for innovation, Collingwood is the precinct for you. Be the first to see the newest products that will be shaking up the design space and dive into some showcases that will take you on a retrospective journey. 

On the launches front, HAY are debuting their About A Chair Eco Range, which combines sustainable design with unparalleled comfort to revolutionise how we experience seating solutions. K5 are upping the ante with Launch it! – a series of captivating furniture product launches all converging to showcase innovation, craftsmanship, and design excellence. Wrap things up at  ecf HFA, where Johnas Ihreborn, Luxxbox, Framery and Sedus will present their latest cutting-edge products.

Then, head down memory lane at ownworld with their 11 Objects 11 Years exhibition. You’ll experience a journey through ownworld’s eleven years through eleven objects so pivotal, they shaped ownworld’s formative years and continue to influence us today. The curation stands to recognise the designers and longstanding brands who originally commissioned them. The launch includes design from — Pierre Paulin (2013) Mario Ferrarini (2014) Marc Krusin (2015) Niels Bendtsen (2016) Dowel Jones (2017) Jonathan Prestwich (2018) Guglielmo Poletti (2019) Roberto Paoli (2020) Adam Cornish (2021) Simon Pengelly (2022) Garcia Cumini (2023). 

Get all the latest knowledge in Collingwood 

Collingwood precinct is hosting a full schedule of design discussions, workshops and talks to keep your mind sharp and your design inspiration fueled! 

Kick off at 9:00am at ecf HFA and top up your CPD points with a session on acoustics. At 10:00, head to Tait for a Design Discussion that explores the biophilic design tools and strategies, and cool product innovations, that ensure a healthy connection to nature and our future wellbeing. Ownworld will host the talk Publish me! At 11:00am for an inside look on how Australia’s media landscape is looking and how you can take advantage of publication opportunities. K5 will explore their artistic side at 11:30am with “For the love of art” to take a closer look at how art can inform spatial design, while Tait will dive back into the education pool and keep the green thumbs happy with a 1:00pm session on creating a natural Australian Garden with Phillip Withers.

If you’re after some afternoon learning, AJAR will light things up at 2:00pm with a thought-provoking discussion on creating ambiance, enhancing functionality, and promoting sustainability with lighting, while from 2:00-5:00pm, K5 will welcome attendees back for a talk on Circles of Materiality and Design. 

WIN BIG when you visit Collingwood

Visiting the Collingwood precinct means you could go home with some incredible prizes including five Colour Crate prize packs from HAY, a Zanat Touch Bowl or Platter courtesy of K5, your very own Voom Side Table by Adam Goodrum courtesy of Tait, one of five incredible must-have office prizes from ecf HFA,  and a Sylvestrina Light from AJAR! To find out how to go into the running to win these fabulous prizes, check out our WIN page.

Get Creative at Collingwood

Installations and The Project are key elements of Saturday Indesign, and the Collingwood precinct is all about a fully immersive design experience. Throughout the day, they’ll be bringing you exclusive and collaborative installations from the likes of Surface Gallery + Style Timber Floors in collaboration with Hot Black, Verpan x Great Dane, Santa & Cole x AJAR, Plus Architecture x Axor, as well as an eco adventure from HAY – all must see interactive experiences not to be missed at Saturday Indesign! 

And it doesn’t end there, with countless other experiences including tours and hospitality offerings, check out the Saturday Indesign What’s On page to get the full rundown and plan your Collingwood experience at Saturday Indesign. 

Getting around on the day

Thanks to our transport partners, Neolith, each exhibitor location is connected by our free all-day hop-on hop-off bus loop. Event handbooks and interactive maps will be available on the day.

Register today for your chance to go in the running for our prize pool of over $20,000. See you there, 2 September.

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Key event details:

Saturday Indesign
2 September, 2023
9am-5pm
Key design locations across Melbourne
Free to attend! Register now!

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That’s right – the Project is back this year and participating exhibitors have been hard at work collaborating with design’s most innovative minds to create work drawn from a theme of “utopias”. The Project is one of Saturday Indesign’s most enduring elements and is a fan favourite year after year. It enables participating brands to flex their creative muscles and add to their showroom experience by installing a temporary, bespoke experience that speaks to their brand identity and vision. 

More than just a physical creation, The Project is a testament to the power of collaboration, with brands working with architects, designers, artists and more to create something memorable, sustainable and evocative.

For 2023, Utopias has us counting down until September 2nd, with event day promising a series of Project submissions that will give us all a glimpse into a dream world that might just be the future of design. We’re thinking fields of flowers or installations with water, experimental design models or blueprints into sustainable futures – the possibilities are endless!

Ready to plan your Saturday Indesign experience around The Project? Read on and discover this year’s collaborations and get a sneak peek into just what they have planned or see examples from past Projects. 

Ajar x Santa & Cole

“The ancestral meets the avant-garde”

A series of highly technical structures dressed in handmade paper. Alone or in repetition, its luminous power can vary from a whisper to an exclamation. Tekiò, “adaptation” in Japanese, fuses ancient techniques with Dim to Warm LED technology, which allows the light to be regulated in intensity and colour temperature. Created by Anthony Dickens, this unique contemporary lamp is a contrast between the ancestral and the avant-garde.

Image courtesy of Ajar x Santa & Cole

Aspect Furniture

“Tomorrow’s Materials”

Venture on an innovative journey as Aspect Furniture joins forces with their internal design teams to pioneer the future of materials. Explore the uncharted realms of ‘tomorrow’s materials,’ pushing boundaries and redefining possibilities to craft a sustainable and visionary tomorrow.

Axor x Plus Architecture

“Moving Underwater”

Dive into an extraordinary water projecting experience that immerses you in a multisensory wonderland, where sight, sound, and touch unite to transport you to the depths of aquatic marvels, leaving you awestruck and refreshed.

Great Dane x Verpan

“Cloveleaf Giant Jigsaw”

“Get ready to embark on a creative experience with Verpan and Great Dane, as they invite designers to unleash their artistic prowess and reimagine the legendary Cloverleaf sofa by Verne Panton. 

Inspired by the concept of utopian togetherness, designers will have the opportunity to sculpt their own interpretations of the iconic Cloverleaf, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and exploring uncharted creative territory. Expect the unexpected as the collaborative spirit ignites a symphony of interpretations and witness the magic unfold as your peers come together to reimage this timeless masterpiece, crafting an immersive and captivating experience for all.”

HAY

“Build a World”

“Experience the ultimate eco-adventure as you unleash your creativity and build your sustainable haven using vibrant, coloured crates. In this immersive experience, you become the architect of change, transforming recycled materials into unique and inspiring structures that redefine eco-friendly living.”

HOW.Group & Autex x RMIT

“Framing Conversations”

Join the procces of 20 students as they enrich on an 8-week guided project, an integral part of the course assessment, where year three and honours students will immerse themselves in hands-on learning, fostering valuable skills and knowledge that will shape their academic and professional journeys.

Reece & Neolith x Fraser and Partners

“A “Virtual” World”

Step into a mesmerizing VR adventure where you don the goggles and find yourself whisked away to a breathtaking utopian Bathroom scape, where imagination knows no bounds and dreams become reality.

Signature Floors

“The Big Weave”

Unleash your creativity as everyone contributes their unique touch to the art of weaving, culminating in a magnificent collective masterpiece that showcases the beauty of collaboration and the power of individual expression coming together as one.

Winya x Indigenous Creators from Naarm and Nationally

“Decolonised Space”

“Winya’s utopia is a decolonised space and is designed in collaboration with Indigenous artists across Naarm and nationally. Decolonisation seeks to reverse the negative impacts colonisation has had on Indigenous people and the land, particularly through direct and active listening to First Nation’s Voices. Winya’s space centres and celebrates Indigenous voices in the forms of space making, cultural sharing, and artist activations throughout the duration of the day. This space celebrates art and culture in many forms with community coming together to create a space almost entirely developed by First Nations people. We invite visitors on a journey starting at the intersection of Flinders Lane and Queen Street, travelling down Queen Street and through our showroom located at 15 Queen Street. Non-Indigenous visitors are encouraged to learn from and celebrate our cultural educators and performers through “paying the rent”. 

Why do we “pay the rent”?

Read more https://paytherent.net.au/whypay/

Art produced by ENOKI

ENOKi (They/Them) is a proud Dja Dja Wurrung and Yorta Yorta Blak Fulla based in Wurundjeri Country (Melbourne), they’re a multimedia artist with a main focus on digital media. ENOKi explores Blakness and Queer Identity themes in their practice and is heavily inspired by the ’80s, ’90s, and early ‘2000s artists, rap and hip-hop, and pop culture.”

PLUS more to be announced from Surface Gallery & Style Timber Floors x Hot Black!

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Saturday Indesign will be held in Melbourne, Australia on Saturday 2nd September. Registrations are free and provide access to the full daytime event including all participating showrooms, hospitality, talks, activations and free event transport.

Image courtesy of Winya x Indigenous Creators from Naarm and Nationally

To see all of these installations, and enjoy the full day of Saturday Indesign activations, Register now  for free. 

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For those in the know, Saturday Indesign is a stalwart of the Australian design industry, a wholly unique event that’s been drawing crowds since 2002. If you’re not familiar with the concept, think of a trade show and then invert it. Saturday Indesign brings you all the best design brands but showcases them from their own showrooms, meaning you get the density of a show with all the personality, hospitality and fun of a design festival. 

You’ll spend the event moving around Melbourne (walk, uber, lime bike or take advantage of our dedicated hop-on/hop-off bus service), visiting the country’s best showrooms to see the latest products, tune into design talks, engage with activations and connect with your design peers from across the state, the country and beyond.

To start planning your adventure, we’ve got the first drop of exhibitors here just for you. Dive into the line-up and register for free now to confirm your Saturday Indesign attendance. Now is your chance to lock in your place at the must-visit event of 2023!

Saturday Indesign 2023 Exhibitor Line-Up First Drop

Ajar – Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct 

Ajar are a Melbourne based team of architects, interior and industrial designers curating a selection of the finest furniture and lighting design from Spain. Their ethos centers around bringing the Mediterranean lifestyle to Australia through the high quality and experienced craftsmanship of the best Spanish manufacturers. They believe design is a tool to get the best of what surrounds us and their product selection hints at a life of relaxation, warmth and connection.

ajar.com.au

Aspect Furniture – CBD Precinct

Aspect have been designing and manufacturing workplace furniture solutions in Australia and New Zealand for the past 40 years. During this time they have accumulated extensive experience working across a diverse range of projects throughout the corporate, government, tertiary and co-working sectors. Driven by a passion for craft and beautiful engineering, they make collections at the leading edge of international product design, technology and workplace best practice. Above all else, they place comfort and ease-of-use at the heart of every product and system we create, resulting in furniture that inspires and supports people in their work every day.

aspectfurniture.com

Brickworks – CBD Precinct

Industry professionals, style conscious home builders and passionate renovators can immerse themselves in the total Brickworks experience with the Brickworks Design Studio in Melbourne.

The Melbourne Design Studio is a functional space, providing a sophisticated showroom for architects, designers and developers as well as retail customers to make new products selections. Housing the most extensive selection of building materials available anywhere, creating an impressive building product library boasting everything from brick, block, paving and cladding to concrete and clay roof tiles.

brickworks.com.au

Cantilever – Richmond Precinct

Cantilever is a design-focused kitchen manufacturing company committed to building for longevity. Their quality Kitchen Systems are designed and made to order, hand-built in their Brunswick East workshop. They believe in making locally, acting mindfully, minimising waste and designing products that will stand the test of time.

Good design is about living well and what better place to start than the heart of the home — the humble kitchen.

cantileverinteriors.com

Cosh Living – Richmond Precinct

Cosh Living presents designer furniture for indoors and out. Since 2008, they have partnered with leading Australian and European brands to deliver timeless, exceptional furniture with a focus on quality and comfort.

Celebrating a quintessentially Australian way of life, Cosh Living’s collections ensure a stylish and seamless transition from interior to exterior. Designed by some of the world’s most distinguished names, their furniture collections are contemporary and innovative, utilising the best materials on offer.

coshliving.com.au

e&s – CBD Precinct

e&s has helped countless Australians create their dream home with exciting and innovative kitchen, bathroom and laundry appliances since 1962.

Whether purchasing new appliances to complete the ultimate kitchen renovation, designing the perfect bathroom for a new build or to replace a broken washing machine, their curated selection of leading brands makes performance, reliability and stylish design accessible to everyone. Their handpicked products are available to explore online and enjoy in person at our inspiring showrooms across Victoria.

eands.com.au

HAY – Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

HAY was founded in 2002 with the ambition to create contemporary furniture with an eye for modern living and sophisticated industrial manufacturing. 

They are inspired by the stable structures of architecture and the dynamics of fashion, which they seek to combine in durable quality products that provide added value for the user. HAY’s continued vision is to create straightforward, functional and aesthetic design in cooperation with some of the world’s most talented, curious and courageous designers.

hayshop.com.au

K5 – Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

K5 Furniture believes that living in harmony with nature is essential to who we are and what we do. They practice a circular economy approach with products from regenerative and recycled resources, designed for longevity and reuse. 

‘K5 for Life’ outlines their three core programs, K5 Circularity, K5 Renew and K5 Restore, that drives their product development, curation innovation and collaborations.

Their furniture collections are designed and crafted in Australia and globally by their partners. K5 Furniture is a leader in providing exceptional designer furniture – for life.

kfive.com.au

Living Edge – Richmond Precinct

Living Edge is the foremost design destination for architects, interior designers, design enthusiasts and those who share discerning taste. They’re committed to authentic, sustainable design and providing their clients with the most distinguished and desirable products available.

livingedge.com.au

Neolith – Richmond Precinct

Neolith is the world’s leading brand in Sintered Stone: a revolutionary architectural surface with premium technical features.

Neolith is perpetually evolving, researching and developing new technologies to achieve their central goals of: inspiring and creating bright and bold spaces that are enjoyed to the fullest; making sustainable environments a reality; working responsibly with society and build a future we can all look forward to.

neolith.com

ownworld – Collingwood/Fitzroy Precinct

ownworld exists to support the design community with inspiring and practical solutions for the challenges faced in creating functional, well-resolved, sustainable, beautiful and original spaces. Application, technology and environmental sensibility are key considerations for inclusion in the ownworld portfolio. Timeless appeal and forward-thinking resolutions are significant measures. 

ownworld.com.au

Reece – Richmond Precinct

The Reece business began in 1919 when Harold Joseph Reece commenced selling hardware products from the back of his truck. Today, they operate Australia’s largest plumbing and bathroom supplies business, as well as eight others in allied industries. Their plumbing and bathroom products are sourced both locally and internationally which you can find in over 600 locations across Australia.

reece.com.au

Signature Floors – CBD Precinct

Signature Floors is an Australian flooring business with a reputation for delivering innovative floor coverings in carpets, carpet tile collections, vinyl floor tiles, hybrid plank flooring, laminate floors, sheet vinyl flooring and custom carpets courtesy of Signature Studio.

They help architects, designers, building contractors, facility managers and homeowners design sustainable and fit-for-purpose floor coverings with streamlined efficiency using their colour-rich, on-trend and flexible flooring products.

signaturefloors.com.au

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Saturday Indesign will be held in Melbourne, Australia on Saturday 2nd September. Registrations are free and provide access to the full daytime event including all participating showrooms, hospitality, talks, activations and free event transport.

Register now to confirm your attendance or find out more about the event here. 

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