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Enjoy the highlights from the 2022 Australian Good Design Awards Ceremony and watch the acceptance speeches from some of the Australian Good Design Awards Best in Class Award Winners and Special Accolade recipients.

Hosted by media personality, Deborah Knight, the 2022 Australian Good Design Awards Ceremony celebrated this year’s Award-winning projects in front of more than 1000 guests in the Grand Ballroom at Sydney’s International Convention Centre.

2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD OF THE YEAR – ADVANCELL ISOTOPES ²¹²PB GENERATOR

Designed by Design + Industry (D+I) and AdvanCell Isotopes and Commissioned by AdvanCell Isotopes

“AdvanCell’s Generator is a revolutionary product that is going to have a remarkable impact on the lives of many people.

The attention to detail in the design of the device is exemplary, particularly the use of recycled materials to create the isotopes.

It’s outstanding to see how a product of this size can replace a half-room-sized machine, while also negating the need to source radioactive elements from Russia. Truly inspirational.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 AUSTRALIAN DESIGN PRIZE – ROBERT PATAKI OAM

For a lifetime of ingenuity and commitment to innovative design, the 2022 Australian Design Prize was awarded to Robert Pataki OAM.

Accepting the Award on behalf of Robert were his daughters Nikki Rosen and Michelle (Pataki) Hyams and his wife, Jacqueline Pataki.

2022 GOOD DESIGN TEAM OF THE YEAR – MELD STUDIOS

The 2022 Good Design Team of the Year was awarded to Meld Studios – an award-winning design company with studios in Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra and Perth.

Recipients of multiple Australian Good Design Awards including Best in Class Awards and the coveted Good Design Award of the Year in 2018, Meld Studios is at the forefront of embedding design as a strategy in all the clients they work with.

2022 MICHAEL BRYCE PATRON’S AWARD – GROOTE ARCHIPELAGO HOUSING PROGRAMME

Designed by TheFulcrum.Agency and Anindilyakwa Community and Commissioned by Anindilyakwa Land Council and the Anindilyakwa Housing Aboriginal Corporation

“This was an inspiring example of human centered-design in practice. The evidence of the engagement of people from the community, and the persistence of the team should be an example for future projects of this type.

The design-led approach led to a deep understanding of the complexities of creating culturally sensitive housing in remote Australia, and as a result, an extraordinary outcome of which both the team and the community can be proud.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 WOMEN IN DESIGN AWARD – DR. LEAH HEISS

“Dr Heiss is a true visionary, whose work has gone on to positively impact the lives of so many people,
including many who are faced with challenging health circumstances.

It’s an honour to have her as a leader in the design community and to recognise her with this very special accolade”. 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

2022 INDIGENOUS DESIGN AWARD – YALINGUTH : YOU CAN HEAR THE LAND

Designed by the Yalinguth Design Team and Commissioned by Storyscape, Yarnin’ Pictures, Melbourne Community Indigenous Film Collective, Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation

“Where design is typically a feast for the eyes, Yalinguth: Can you Hear The Land, is a feast for the ears. This project utilises technology to forge and deepen a connection between the area’s indigenous history and the app’s listeners, in an innovative and charming way.

I hope this project inspires more collaboration and connection with Indigenous designers, innovators and educators.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 POWERHOUSE DESIGN AWARD – PARRAMATTA ESCARPMENT BOARDWALK

Designed by Hill Thalis Architecture + Urban Projects, Jane Irwin Landscape Architecture, and McGregor Westlake Architecture and Commissioned by the City of Parramatta Council

The Parramatta Escarpment Boardwalk is a city-shaping piece of infrastructure for Parramatta.

The boardwalk resolves one of several missing links to create continuous foreshore access along the Parramatta River for pedestrians and cyclists from Western Sydney University at Rydalmere to Parramatta Park.

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD FOR SUSTAINABILITY – VAULTA SIMPLY SUPERIOR BATTERY CASING TECHNOLOGY

Designed and Commissioned by Vaulta, Dominic Spooner and Jerome Douven

“With its easily disassembled design, Vaulta’s battery modules work to eliminate battery waste by simplifying their recycling and reuse.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN (COMMERCIAL ARCHITECTURE)

BROOKFIELD PLACE SYDNEY

Designed by Make Architects and Architectus (Executive Architects) and Commissioned by Brookfield Properties

“Creative solutions to a multifaceted problem highlight the rigour of the design process with the final result, a world-class transit station with proud stewardship and a clear celebration of the site’s significant heritage elements.

The full design team should be congratulated on an excellent outcome.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN (RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE)

COOPWORTH

Designed by Fiona Dunin, Jayme Collins, Alice Edwards, and Robert Kolak and Commissioned by Client

“The designers have meticulously sited the home to capture breath-taking views of the bay and celebrate the beauty of daily farm life through rigorous and thoughtful detailing.

Overall, this is a wonderful example of design excellence that has resulted in a warm, welcoming, and adaptable home that sustainably celebrates the magnificence of its remote location.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – INSTALLATION DESIGN

MADE+MYCELIUM

Designed by MADE+MYCELIUM Design Team and Commissioned by Seed & Sprout

“If we are to pursue regenerative design, to leave a place in better shape than we found it, we need to challenge existing aesthetic norms.

This project is working with microorganisms that cooperate. We have a lot to learn from this project. Congratulations on pushing the envelope.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – INTERIOR DESIGN

ANZ BREATHE

Designed by Jeremy McLeod, Jacqueline Nguyen, Shannon Furness, Patricia Bozyk and Han Wu and Commissioned by ANZ

“Cleverly designed using a highly flexible, repeatable kit of parts solution, this system can be adapted to all ANZ branch locations.

It embraces the opportunity for highly sustainable outcomes to be visibly different from the status quo, while also heightening the customer experience through beautiful spaces – an exemplar for the retail interiors industry to follow.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN – PLACE DESIGN

GRAMPIANS PEAKS TRAIL (GARIWERD)

Designed by McGregor Coxall with Noxon GiffenOPS Engineers and Commissioned by Parks Victoria

“The Grampians Peaks Trail makes a gentle and respectful mark on the Gariwerd Aboriginal cultural landscape, with a series of considered and interconnecting elements that thread together to encourage people to dwell and appreciate being on Country.

It demonstrates a timely expectation of a well-designed public amenity within our National Parks and plays a critical role in demonstrating the care needed for the environment through its gentle and considered response.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, COMMUNICATION DESIGN – BRANDING AND IDENTITY

FUTURE SUPER

Designed by Universal Favourite, Future Super, Alex Barnet and Oli Bussell and Commissioned by Future Super

“Carefully considered, designed to move, and fluid with a strong design ethos. But it is so much more meaningful than that – this solution changes the conversation in a conservative category.

Rather than fluffy promises, the brand now leads with easy-to-access facts. But more importantly, the use of activism language and messaging, to shift the idea of superannuation from being a financial decision to a form of environmental activism is very compelling.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, COMMUNICATION DESIGN – PRINT

CONVERSĀTĪO — IN THE COMPANY OF BEES

Designed by Anna Brown, Anne Noble and Zara Stanhope and Commissioned by Massey University Press

“This is such an amazingly executed piece of communication – full of depth, complexity, and consideration. A real masterpiece of design. Big congratulations to everyone involved.”

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DESIGN RESEARCH

DESIGN LEADERSHIP IGNITED

Designed by and Commissioned by Gerda Gemser, Giulia Calabretta and Eric Quint

“Design leadership is an emerging area of leadership that is already having a significant impact on the corporate world and beyond.

This research provides much-needed insights for current and prospective design leaders on how to manage design at scale and establish design excellence.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DESIGN STRATEGY

AURECON HE RAUTAKI MĀORI: A STRATEGY OWNED BY THE PEOPLE

Designed by and Commissioned by Aurecon

“Design Strategy starts by putting your customer at the core of your business model and aligning all business activities to this.

This project is an exemplar of how this can be achieved and the impact that can be delivered. The impact of this work will be felt by many – congratulations!” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DIGITAL DESIGN – APPS AND SOFTWARE

ABC LISTEN APP

Designed by ABC LIsten App Design Team and Commissioned by ABC

“By providing a mix of curatorial and personalised content through an intuitive and well-designed platform, the ABCListen App ensures listeners won’t become trapped in a”filter bubble.”

The design team should be proud of their work and hold their efforts in high regard.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DIGITAL DESIGN – GAME DESIGN AND ANIMATION

SEEING OUTSIDE BOXES

Designed by Play Design Lab and Commissioned by the National Science and Technology Museum, Taiwan

“Great thought using the ‘Rube Goldberg Machine’ trope and attention to detail in the physics of the animations has paid off. This is a clever solution to keeping viewers’ attention and rewarding their curiosity. Well done.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DIGITAL DESIGN – INTERFACE

DESIGN AND RIDE

Designed by DOTDOT and Commissioned by Kapiti District Council

“Great imagination and canny knowledge of how to combine existing pieces of tech in innovative and accessible ways.

What really impressed the Jury was how this system elevates the co-design process – an exemplar that every design team needs to see, especially in regards to the insertion of new tools for community stakeholders to use and then receive immediate feedback. Chef’s kiss.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DIGITAL DESIGN – INTERFACE

LIFELINE – CRISIS SUPPORTERS SERVICE TOOL

Designed by Nightjar and Commissioned by Lifeline Australia

“The designers have hidden the complexity and volume of information in the Lifeline Crisis Supporters Service Tool, to make it as easy as possible for the crisis supporters to serve people calling up and seeking help.

Applause also for adopting technology to match crisis supporters’ mental models, as well as the clean, elegant interface. Two grateful thumbs-up.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, DIGITAL DESIGN – INTERFACE

MORE THAN A PRAWN

Designed by ROMEO Digital and Commissioned by the Australian Council of Prawn Fisheries

“Full disclosure: the ‘More than a prawn’ website’s appeal really snuck up on us. The fresh visual look and feel and the layered content hierarchies do a great job of drawing the audience into the individual’s video stories, which is where the real richness of this website lies.

Extra points for the attention to detail in how the website adapts to mobile devices. Well done.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ENGINEERING DESIGN

HAMMERHEAD CRUSHER BUCKET

Designed by Sam Turnbull and Sujesh Thottumkara and Commissioned by Flip Screen Australia

“The on-site crushing of materials, such as building demolition waste, to various sizes is a solution to one of the construction industry’s greatest environmental challenges.

A wider variety of output sizes and crucially smaller sizes should see the Hammerhead Crusher Bucket find many customers and deliver a positive impact both commercially and environmentally.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, ENGINEERING DESIGN

SPACE BIOENGINEERING: SIMULATED MICROGRAVITYPLATFORM TO ADVANCE HUMANS IN SPACE

Designed by Dr. Joshua Chou and Anthony Kirollos and Commissioned by EXPLOR Space Technologies

“The team is to be congratulated for producing a device of such simplicity, ease of use, and at a fraction of the cost of existing solutions.

The Simulated Microgravity Platform is a very clever platform, combining hardware and software with a promise to widen access to simulated microgravity technology for research and development. Well done. Truly impressive.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, NEXT GEN STUDENT DESIGN

NEURAL TOURNIQUET

Designed by Kathy Ky from the University of New South Wales

“Exquisitely designed, modelled, and presented, this concept is well-researched and underpinned by working technology in the medical field.

It is more accessible and deployable in trauma situations outside hospitals to a band-aid level. This is an impressive example of design for impact and a standout project ticking every box for good design in this category. Congratulations, and well done!” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD, AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN AWARD – INTERIOR DESIGN

GENESIS GV60

Designed by SangYup Lee, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Global Design Center and Commissioned by Genesis Motor

The interior fit and finish is noteworthy, with lovely surprise and delight features such as the center console’s ‘Crystal Sphere’ which glows different colours to alert the driver to the readiness of the vehicle; rather helpful with the absence of conventional engine sounds combined with active cabin noise canceling.

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD, AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN AWARD – EXTERIOR DESIGN

HYUNDAI I30 SEDAN N

Designed by SangYup Lee, Senior Vice President and Head of Hyundai Global Design Center and Commissioned by Hyundai Motor Company

The design brief for the i30 Sedan N called for a style-focused, compact, and high-performance four-door that gave customers more space and practicality than the hatch, without losing any of its focus on fun and racetrack-ready capability.

The striking coupe-like body sits on a longer wheelbase and boasts a generous boot, while its classy interior cabin features tactile leather and brushed aluminium finishes.

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – AUTOMOTIVE AND TRANSPORT

FORCITE MK1S

Designed by Alfred Boyadgis and Julian Chow and Commissioned by Forcite

“The single-piece front-mounted camera/dual mic integration is a real innovation. Sustainability cred is upped with a program to replace and recycle tech (for free) and the shell after an accident. Its community-based trials demonstrate social and financial sustainability.

From form and function to sustainability, to innovation and progression, the Forcite MK1S ticked every box for this panel. If Tony Stark made a lid for riders, this would be it.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

EXOSPHERE BY FLEET – PASSIVEMINERAL EXPLORATION AT THE SPEED OF LIGHT

Designed by and Commissioned by Fleet Space Technologies

“With ExoSphere’s innovative, targeted, fast, low impact and cost-effective digital solution to mineral exploration, the Jury were unanimous in recognising ExoSphere at the highest level in these Awards.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

SLITE – THE WORLD’S MOST PORTABLE LIGHT FOR CREATORS

Designed by Nila Rezaei and Andrew Simpson and Commissioned by Slite

“This is an innovative product responding to a clear need. Slite is an impressive design solution that gives rise to new and emergent use cases.

This is a refreshing and relevant product for the modern content creator in an image-driven world. Well done.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

AN ABORIGINAL CULINARY JOURNEY

Designed by Yukultji (Nolia) Napangati, Yalti Napangati, Warlimpirrnga Tjapaltjarri, Lucy Simpson and Commissioned by Breville | Sage Global Product Team

“There is a magical quality to this product range that transcends its utilitarian and decorative elements, making the whole greater than the sum of its parts.

This project embodies an incredible sensitivity, breadth, and depth, spanning cultural, technological, and commercial chasms. It brings home the story of a 60-thousand-year-old food culture in a subtle and beautiful way.

They remind us that the world’s oldest living culture is alive all around us, waiting to be (re)discovered and embraced.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – FURNITURE AND LIGHTING

PLUSMINUS BY VIBIA

Designed by Diez Office and Commissioned by Vibia

“Pure delight from the product design, to application, right through to unboxing. The capacity for truly flexible design solutions from a limited number of power sources opens up unlimited creative potential for interior designers without being constrained by arduous pre-planning.

A superb solution for awkward or difficult-to-light places like pop-up venues and events.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – HARDWARE AND BUILDING

PIVYT ARCHITECTURAL HARDWARE BY LANE

Designed by bangdesign in collaboration with ITW and Commissioned by ITW-Australia 

“The judges were unanimous, the PIVYT range transforms a detail in our homes that is usually taken from granted into an elegant, well-considered, beautiful product.

The design team should be extremely proud of the final silhouette and attention to detail which sits below the surface.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – HOUSEWARES AND OBJECTS

ETHIQUE – HOME-COMPOSTABLELIPSTICKS

Designed by Ethique, Brianne West and Jenn Loh and Commissioned by Ethique

“Not only an impressive concept to compost the lipstick, but all the judges were impressed with the integrity and consideration prevalent from product creation right through to packaging.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – MEDICAL AND SCIENTIFIC

ADVANCELL ISOTOPES ²¹²PB GENERATOR

Designed by Design + Industry (D+I) and AdvanCell Isotopes and Commissioned by AdvanCell Isotopes

The Isotope Generator is a platform technology that enables the scaled production of isotopes, enabling clinical trials, treatments and the development of a number of TargetedAlpha Therapies for different cancers that had previously been restricted.

A focus on quality, reliability, traceability and a goal of a GMP product will provide clinicians with access to mission-critical medicines when needed, and not only when or if available. 

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, PRODUCT DESIGN – SPORT AND LIFESTYLE

SUPERSPACE

Designed by 4DESIGN and Commissioned by Everplay Ltd

“Superspace is a clear winner of this category. This premium example of thoughtful design seems simple but can make a huge impact on family lives. In addition to fostering creativity and imagination for kids, it is a chic and stylish item for the family home. Beautifully designed and executed.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, SERVICE DESIGN – COMMERCIAL SERVICES

CURBYIT

Designed and Commissioned by CurbCycle

“Early and successful engagement of key stakeholders and a solution that’s simple, holistic, and highly effective. This project had all the jurors talking and keen to find out more.

The potential for positive design impact is significant- well done.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, SERVICE DESIGN – PUBLIC SECTOR SERVICES

DIGITAL SKILLS PROGRAM – BUILDING THE DEPARTMENT OF REGIONAL NSW’S FUTURE -READYWORKFORCE

Designed Department of Regional NSW (DRNSW), UNSW Horizons and McKinsey Digital and Commissioned by the Department of Regional NSW (DRNSW)

“The designers have used a very clear design-led methodology for user research and problem exploration.

This allowed for rigorous prototyping and the validation of assumptions about required digital skills. A standout example of good design in this growing design discipline.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, SERVICE DESIGN – EDUCATION SERVICES

SUPPORTING EXCELLENCE IN INDIGENOUS CULTURAL DESIGN COMPETENCY

Designed by Greenshoot Consulting (Lead Consultant) and Learning Hook (Delivery Partner) and Commissioned by Melbourne School of Design, University of Melbourne

“Thank you for sustainably training and empowering trainers to lead the way in building cultural intelligence.

A simply beautiful and inspirational project. Well done.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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2022 GOOD DESIGN AWARD BEST IN CLASS, SOCIAL IMPACT

GROOTE ARCHIPELAGO HOUSING PROGRAMME

Designed by TheFulcrum.Agency and Anindilyakwa Community and Commissioned by Anindilyakwa Land Council and the Anindilyakwa Housing Aboriginal Corporation

“This was an inspiring example of human-centred design in practice. The evidence of the engagement of people from the community, and the persistence of the team should be an example for future projects of this type.

The design-led approach led to a deep understanding of the complexities of creating culturally sensitive housing in remote Australia, and as a result, an extraordinary outcome of which both the team and the community can be proud.” 2022 Good Design Awards Jury

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