Explore brand new design from Aotearoa New Zealand
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Through the Lens
Each month, we explore a new theme through imagery in partnership with Truestock, looking at how stock can support storytelling in ways that feel authentic, grounded, and relevant to life […]
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Fresh From The Field: Hamilton Hotel – By Daymark
Daymark breathes new life into the Hamilton Hotel, balancing heritage, humour, and contemporary hospitality in a brand built for a new generation. The brief We were tasked with repositioning one […]
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Five Minutes with Chris Brunner
Members of Design Assembly make up a network of Friends working together to build a thriving design scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our ‘Five Minutes’ series profiles the breadth and […]
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Last Chance to Enter the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards
The final extended deadline for the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards will close this Friday 8 May. Discover why recognition matters and how to put your best work forward. With […]
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Fresh From The Field: Knead, Hot Cross Bun Packaging – By PERKS
Fresh from the oven and ready to carry home, PERKS creates a characteristic, and butter smooth packaging moment for Knead’s hot cross buns. The brief Knead is a much-loved neighbourhood […]
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Fresh From The Field: Donovans Refresh – By Dow Goodfolk
Unwrap a little joy with this refresh for Donovans, where Dow Goodfolk brings a colourful new look to a much-loved finger licking treat. The brief Donovans began its life selling […]
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NZ Designer AI Survey
Design Assembly is taking a moment to pause and ask a simple question, where are designers in Aotearoa really at with AI? We would like to hear your honest thougts […]
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Why Designers Enter: Inside the Australian Good Design Awards as Entries Close Soon
With entries for the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards closing soon, past winners share why entering matters – and how to put your best work forward. With less than a […]
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EVENTS & WORKSHOPS
Jun 03
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | June | 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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Jun 03
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | June | 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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Jun 03
Design Assembly Coffee Club | June | Coatesville | Free For All
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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Jun 04
Design Assembly Members Only Coffee Club | June | 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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