Powerhouse Museum Giveaway

Ball Clock, 1948. Photo: Vitra Design Museum Archive

George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher
3 August 2013 – 10 January 2014

www.powerhousemuseum.com

A comprehensive retrospective of the work of George Nelson, one of the most influential figures in American design during the second half of the twentieth century, will open at the Powerhouse Museum on August 3 as part of Sydney Design 2013. George Nelson: Architect, Writer, Designer, Teacher explores the visionary work of Nelson (1908-1986) who was not only a leading designer and notable architect, but also a prominent author, editor, lecturer, exhibition designer, and a passionate photographer. Trained as an architect with a degree from Yale, Nelson was one of the defining figures of American design in the latter half of the twentieth century. As design director of Herman Miller, Nelson created classics of modern furniture and interior design such as the Coconut Chair (1956), the Marshmallow Sofa (1956), the Ball Clock (1947), Bubble Lamps (starting in 1952) and Action Office (1964). 

Marshmallow Sofa, 1956. Photo: Vitra Design Museum Archive

For your chance to win a double pass to this exhibition please email Promotions@pacificmags.com.au  and tell us in 25 words or less what your favourite George Nelson design is and why?

The competition commences on 14/06/13 at 09:00 AEST and closes on 15/07/13 at 17:00 AEST

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Clipsal’s eDLT provides sophisticated and user friendly control of a C-Bus Control System and features a contemporary design that will complement any modern interior. Its clean architectural lines and glass or metallic fascia create a visually stunning wall switch. And with the ability to have up to 16 function commands, you can eliminate the “clutter” associated with multiple wall switches, controlling an entire space from one stylish and colourful unit. Put simply, the eDLT is Australia’s most advanced wall switch. For more information, visit www.clipsal,com/edlt

Ottawa Collection by BoConcept

The Ottawa collection of dining furniture by Karim Rashid for BoConcept is a collection where functional design embraces urban living and the desire for a unique, contemporary look. Now, the Ottawa collection is awarded an 'honourable mention' by the 37-member red dot jury for its particularly well-executed detail solution.

The Ottawa collection includes a complete dining room set with table, chairs, sideboard and cabinet. All pieces can of course be customised in choice of colours and materials as is the case with most BoConcept furniture.  Karim Rashid’s Ottawa collection pays homage to his 30 years in design.

http://www.boconcept.com.au

Subs club

Monument is pleased to announce the winner of our April/May 2013 Subs Club offer, Donald O'Rorke of Brisbane. Donald wins a Sonos PLAY:3 wireless, all-in-one multiroom speaker; a Sonos BRIDGE to connect the system to your home; and a 12-month subscription to MOG, the premium on-demand music service for web and mobile.

Northern Territory Architecture Awards entries

16 projects spanning from Darwin to Alice Springs are in the running for the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2013 Northern Territory Architecture Awards.

"This year’s award entries span the length and breadth of the Northern Territory. The architects have responded sensitively to the climate, location and culture of each place,” said Simon Scally, NT Chapter President. "The high quality of these projects highlights the significant contribution architects make to our cities and towns.”

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NSW Architecture Awards shortlist

72 residential, commercial, interior, public, heritage and urban design projects have been shortlisted for the Australian Institute of Architects’ NSW Architecture Awards.

In addition to the category prizes, further awards for Sustainable Architecture and the COLORBOND® Award for Steel Architecture will be selected from across the entire field of entries, along with the Blacket Prize for regional architecture, the President’s Prize, the Premier’s Prize, the City of Sydney Lord Mayor’s Prize, and awards for individual contributions.

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New range by Billi

Billi has launched three new tap styles a corresponding font after collaborating with architects, designers, consumers and staff. Clean and sophisticated, the new range offers design options and alternative finishes with a minimalist style, and complies with access and mobility standards, demonstrating Billi’s position as the leader in boiling and chilled water systems.

• The streamlined and elegant Levered tap is the foundation of the range and is operated with position-sensitive levers.
• The Touch tap is innovative and contemporary, with a clean and sophisticated style. It has a touch operation panel on the top of the tap.
• The Remote tap option has its operation panel located remotely. This can be installed in your desired position allowing for those with restricted dexterity, and ensures easy operation whilst still enjoying the benefits of Billi’s instant boiling and chilled systems.
• The all new integrated Flush-mount Font is the perfect addition to the new taps, creating the ultimate in modern, clean styling.

Details at billi.com.au

Cell Tables by Keith Melbourne

Inspired by microscopic plant cell structures, the Cell table collection by Keith Melbourne comprises unique side and coffee table forms. Table top finishes include a range of laminate and veneer with the mild steel legs finished in satin black or satin white powdercoat.

Details at stylecraft.com.au

OBJECT FUTURE exhibition

Emerging designers from Melbourne, Tasmania and Germany showcase their work in OBJECT FUTURE, a new exhibition independently organised and curated by Melbourne designer Dale Hardiman and emerging curator Suzannah Henty. On display at Fitzroy’s Brunswick Street Art Gallery from 3-16 May, OBJECT FUTURE brings together some of the best fresh new faces in furniture design, typography, graphic design, lighting and more, creating a unique space for emerging designers to present their  work to a diverse audience.

“OBJECT FUTURE proposes that the conceptual and aesthetic components of design permit an exhibition entirely exploring this practice,” co-curators Hardiman and Henty explained in a statement. “Here the exhibition endeavours to reclaim the gallery environment for design, as a place of criticism and a place for creative and constructive dialogue around design and its practice – while simultaneously providing a platform for emerging designers to present their work to a wider audience outside academic critique.”

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