14 Design Award™ Accolades DESIGN AWARDS YEARBOOK 2011
BEST IN CATEGORY HEAVY MACHINERY 14 Work Area Monitor (WAM™) GroundProbe CMD Product Design and Innovation Designed in Australia
A workplace monitor that solves the problem of mine walls suddenly shifting without warning, bringing down tonnes of rock and dirt. “This puts design for occupational health and safety on the map. Good problem resolution at every turn has resulted in some very useful inclusions.” 15 Dyson City Dyson Designed in United Kingdom
A vacuum cleaner that is small and ultra-lightweight but performs like a large vacuum cleaner, weighing just 5.3kg and fitting on a sheet of A4 paper without compromising on performance. “Filled with character and the proportions are just perfect, this compact yet powerful device deserves congratulations.”
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“ The design is [just] one part of the quality of the product...” – harald leschke
16 Wiltshire Staysharp McPherson’s Consumer Products D3 Design Designed in Australia
A unique knife that sharpens itself, housed and stored in a scabbard that sharpens and hones the knife as it is removed. “A design classic beautifully re-designed and finished. This took restraint and sophistication.” 17 Kia Optima Kia Motors Designed in Germany and USA
A modern interpretation of the medium-sized family sedan. The rich coupe-like styling belies the practical application of a family car suitable for five adults. “Its sculptured forms and contrasting elements are fascinating. Premium cues and very successful styling make this a lot of car for the money.” 18 Dyson A03 Airblade™ Hand Dryer Dyson
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A hand dryer with patented digital motor technology to create unheated, HEPA filtered, high speed air sheets which gently sheer water from hands in just 10 seconds, leaving them completely dry. “A terrific advancement for the Australian market and nice evolution for Dyson. It works really well.” 19 Flexi Bath by A Real Cool World A Real Cool World The Product Store Designed in Denmark
A hard plastic foldable bathtub for babies and toddlers that does not contain any harmful materials. “This is one of those inspired, understated and thoughtful designs that make it an instant classic!” 17
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design award – best in category ARCHITECTURAL and INTERIOR PRODUCTS
AUTOmotive and TRANSPORT
CONSUMER
heavy machinery