- SEMINARS
- CHAMPAGNE & OYSTER BAR
- DESIGN THROUGH TIME
- THE OUTDOOR ROOM
- LATITUDE
- SUSTAINABILITY
- FORM & FUNCTION
- INTERIOR TRENDS
designEX IS THE PREMIER NATIONAL FORUM FROM WHICH TO LAUNCH THE LATEST DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURAL PRODUCTS INTO THE INDUSTRY. EXHIBITORS TO designEX 2008 WERE INVITED TO ENTER THE HIGHLY COVETED AND RESPECTED NEW PRODUCT AWARDS. THE NEW PRODUCT AWARDS ARE THE FIRST STEP IN CREATING AWARENESS FOR YOUR PRODUCT WITHIN THE MEDIA AND INDUSTRY AT THE SHOW.
The new Product Awards are judged on the following criteria;
- Excellence in Design
- Innovative Features
- Manufacturing Innovations
- Ergonomic Design
- Functionality
- Aethetics
- Durability
- Versatility
- Safety Features
- Commercial Viability
- Environmental Sensitivity
Thank you to the judges of the 2008 Awards:
- Sharon Campbell - Architect
- Sally Dominguez – ABC New Inventors
- Oliver Kratzer – Ideal Industrial
- Terri Wilson – Indigo Design
- Angelique Hutchison – Powerhouse Museum
- Veena Sahajwalla – ABC New Inventor
Congratulations to the 2008 New Product Award Winners
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Furniture |
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Winner:
'Tandem Sunloungeri' Company: Classique Leisure Products www.classique.net.au Judges Comments: “Well designed, functional and practical Sunlounger with amazing attention to detail. It has a ‘body-friendly’ aesthetic – the only thing missing is a daiquiri!” Angelique Hutchison, Terri Wilson, Oliver Kratzer
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2nd Place: Slimline Profile Handle Web: www.solu.com.au |
Fabric |
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Winner: Stevie English Range Company: Afficionados of the Nod Web: www.afficionadosofthenod.com.au Judges Comments: “A funky. Thoughtful design followed through with an intelligent manufacturing process – a refreshing combination!” Angelique Hutchison, Terri Wilson, Oliver Kratzer |
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2nd Place: Jan Kath Boro 10 Rug Web: www.cadrys.com.au |
Appliances |
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Winner: Ellica Collection Star Cookerhood Web: www.elica.com Judges Comments: “A playful interpretation of a very well – engineered, technical product. The girls will love it (or boys).” Angelique Hutchison, Terri Wilson, Oliver Kratzer |
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2nd Place: Electrolux Integrated BBQ |
Bathroomware |
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Winner: Dyson Airblade Web: www.dyson.com/airblade/au/ Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: Amalfi |
Lighting |
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Winner: Linear Dimmerable GU10 Reflector 11W Lamp Web: www.megaman.cc Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: CeeLite LEC Technology (LEC panels and Inverters) Web: www.flexalite.com.au |
Surface Finishes |
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Winner: Link Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: Screenwood Ceiling Panels |
Flooring |
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Winner: Liquid Floor Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: DalEquipe Office Web: www.dalsouple.com |
Doors / Windows |
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Winner: OVERLAP Web: www.dbablinds.com.au Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: Ballet™ Performance Drapery Sheers Web: www.turnils.com.au |
Form & Function |
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Winner: High Performance Bushfire WEEPA Judges Comments: “Innovative, functional and meets all criteria, and excels in most of the criteria. The clear winner.” Sally Dominguez, Sharon Campbell, Veena Sahajwalla |
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2nd Place: Cupolex Company: Cupolex Web: www.cupolex.co.nz |
The designEX Best Stand Awards were judged on visual impact and design innovation, lighting, flooring and wall finishes, signage, stand layout and product/space ratio, visitor enticement (competitions, special offers, attention gatherers, hospitality on stand) and staff presentation (enthusiasm, available to visitors, identifiable).
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designEX Best Stand Under 30sqm |
designEX Best Stand 31sqm-70sqm Axolotl Group - Stand 1720 |
designEX Best Stand over 70sqm |
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Interior Trends Best Pre-built Stand |
Interior Trends Best Custom Stand |
Form & Function Best Pre-built Stand Xanita - Stand S120 |
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Form & Function Best Custom Stand |
SIDA Foundation Best Dressed Stand |
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