Explore brand new design from Aotearoa New Zealand
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Auckland Zinefest Month – By Auckland Zinefest
Fall in love with zines, print and indie publishing this August. A month dedicated to the beauty and fun of self-published booklets known as zines. Start by visiting our Market Weekend at Auckland Art Gallery Toi o Tāmaki, where you can browse the works of 120 zinemakers and enjoy free activities amongst the gallery artworks.…
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From the Edges — Southern Faces: an Introduction to rock climbing in Ōtepoti Dunedin – By Riley Smith
In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new where it exists at the edges of our practice in the world of academia. Free from the constraints of commercial outcomes and clients, designers explore…
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Design & Business: Why You’re Probably Undercharging (And What To Do About It) – By Rosie Holt
A few weeks ago I hosted a masterclass called How to Raise Your Prices. I expected questions about pricing strategy, retainers, proposals and profit margins. But what I got was an audience of creatives and consultants who were full of fear. Fear of charging too much. Fear of being perceived as too expensive.Fear of hearing…
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From the Edges — Creative Practices of Cosmaking: How cosplayers experience costume creation in Aotearoa New Zealand and Australia – By Cathryn Pudner
In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new where it exists at the edges of our practice in the world of academia. Free from the constraints of commercial outcomes and clients, designers explore…
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Fresh From The Field: Telegraph Hill – By Onfire Design
Proof that first impressions matter, especially when they’re drizzled in great design. Onfire Design serves up a fresh new identity for Telegraph Hill. The brief Founded in Hawke’s Bay in 2001, Telegraph Hill began with a bold idea – growing olives in New Zealand when the industry was virtually non-existent. Through perseverance, founder Geoff Crawford…
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Expression of Interest – Design Assembly Tāmaki Makaurau Community Host
Over the last year, one of my favourite parts of Design Assembly has been hosting our Tāmaki Makaurau Coffee Club. Every month, I’ve watched friendships begin over coffee, collaborations spark between strangers, and careers grow through conversations that may never have happened otherwise. It’s become a place where our creative community comes together to connect,…
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From the Edges — Sensing Soil: Encouraging caring relationships with soil through more-than-human design – By Hanna van Heugten Breurkes
In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new where it exists at the edges of our practice in the world of academia. Free from the constraints of commercial outcomes and clients, designers explore…
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Fresh From The Field: Cycle Wayfinding – By Maynard
Designed to make cycling simpler, safer, and more intuitive, Maynard’s latest wayfinding system for Auckland Transport helps connect people with the city. The brief As transport priorities evolve to meet climate challenges, all while promoting the development of healthy cities and lifestyles, Auckland Transport intends to steer more people around Tāmaki Makaurau on two wheels.…
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | September | Pōneke
EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Aug 07
Design Assembly Coffee Club | August | Whanganui | Free For All
DA Coffee Club is a relaxed in-person gathering for designers, creatives, and curious minds to connect over coffee, conversation, and community. As we begin trialling Coffee Clubs in Whanganui, […]
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Sep 02
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | September | Pōneke
DA Coffee Club is a regular in-person gathering for DA Friend Members to catch up over coffee, share ideas, and connect with other designers and creatives. It’s a relaxed space to build your network, find inspiration, and maybe even meet your next collaborator or friend.
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Sep 03
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | September | Ōtautahi
DA Coffee Club is a regular in-person gathering for DA Friend Members to catch up over coffee, share ideas, and connect with other designers and creatives. It’s a relaxed space to build your network, find inspiration, and maybe even meet your next collaborator or friend.
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Sep 03
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | September | Tāmaki Makaurau
DA Coffee Club is a regular in-person gathering for DA Friend Members to catch up over coffee, share ideas, and connect with other designers and creatives. It’s a relaxed space to build your network, find inspiration, and maybe even meet your next collaborator or friend.
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