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Story-Telling Design (SD10)

The theme for Sydney Design 2010 was ‘Tell Us a Story’. In this article by the Powerhouse Museum’s Contemporary Programs Manager, Lily Katakouzinos, we learn more about the origins of this theme, its success and how it translated throughout the full breadth of exhibitions, programs, speakers and activities offered throughout the 16-day long festival. Continue reading

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2010 Design NSW: Travelling Scholarship winner

The 2010 winner of the Design NSW: Travelling Scholarship is Tasman Munro, who is the perfect mix of humanitarian worker and roving urban street artist. By day, he works for industrial designer Christian Tietz at Designlab Oceania, solving indigenous housing and health problems. By night, he roams rooftops and warehouses with musicians and artist friends to create live community performances. Continue reading