Designex 2011

Yesterday we attended the opening day of the new and slightly slimmed down version of DesignEx the Australian Trade Fair for Architects and Designers and Interior Designers.  We discovered some new directions and new ranges of finishes and fittings which we were impressed by.  The Porter Paint Stand was very colourful and the overall impression was that Bold Colours and Chunky prints on Fabrics and Wall Finishes are the winners.  I noticed Kitchen Fittings seem to be heading back towards a chunky commercial feel and that everyday furniture has a multipurpose use.

The show managed some live crosses to Milan and here are the updates courtesy of Artichoke and Architecture Media

Artichoke Cross - Fresh from Milan from Diversified Exhibitions on Vimeo.

Artichoke Cross - Fresh from Milan from Diversified Exhibitions on Vimeo.

Artichoke Cross - Fresh from Milan from Diversified Exhibitions on Vimeo.

Its OK to fake it sometimes!

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