Showcasing Geelong’s design excellence

Geelong Design Week returns with its biggest program yet, featuring more than 70 exhibitions, workshops, talks, tours and unique experiences.

Kicking off yesterday (Thursday, November 21) and running until November 30, the week will celebrate homegrown design excellence, innovation and creativity across the region.

The event will showcase why Geelong is the only UNESCO Creative City of Design in Australia, bringing together Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, local designers, industry leaders and more to collaborate, network and inspire.

City of Great Geelong chief executive officer Ali Wastie said they’re thrilled to unveil a program truly reflecting Geelong’s design excellence and innovative spirit.

“Our program has a diverse range of events that will interest community members of all ages and backgrounds, including families.

“Design is broader than we often think and impacts us on a day-to-day basis, from housing and buildings, product creation, fashion, video games and networks, to gardens, art, graphic design, advertising and sustainability.

“Good design is accessible and inclusive of all in the community, regardless of age or ability. ”

The program will feature events both in-person and online, with a range of free and ticketed events.

Some of the program highlights include:

The ‘Designing Djilang’ walk, delving into how Wadawurrung Traditional Owners have informed design outcomes around central Geelong

‘Motel’ live show with Tim Ross and musical Kit Warhurst, looking at the nostalgia of Aussie holidays

Tour the homes of architects and their clients around the regions with “Architect’s Homes – Building Tours” on the Bellarine and Surf Coast

“Speed Date with an architect” offering homeowners, renovators and design enthusiasts advice with an architect, and

Create a giant reproduction fatburg, highlighting non-flushable items blocking sewage systems with the “Do you want to build a fatburg” event.

Last years week of events attracted more than 17,000 people, with visitors outside the region contributing more than $1.6 million into the local economy.

“Geelong harnesses design to address a wide range of challenges from social and environmental issues to enhancing communication and creating innovative products, fostering solutions that are both creative and impactful,” Ms Wastie said.

“This is a chance to learn more about our environment, discover unique cultural insights and Geelong’s notable design heritage, and look at the future of technology, inventions and innovations.

“We can’t wait to show off our design chops, celebrate homegrown solutions and support our growing design community.”

For the full program, tickets and more information on Geelong Design Week 2024, head to geelongdesignweek.com.au

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