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15,000 architects, designers and specifiers. 250+ vetted exhibitors. 1,000+ products to see, touch and experience in person.

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This is the first time in many years that a trade show in Australia has felt like attending the furniture fair in Milan.

REASONS TO ATTEND

Discover 1,000 brands & products

Network with 15,000 design & build pros

Meet with 250+ brand owners

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One ticket. Two shows.

The only event that gives you the whole design world in one place. Discover new products, new ideas and new inspiration.

Discover what’s next in architecture & design

From architects and interior designers to specifiers and developers, it’s where industry professionals come to stay ahead of trends, find new solutions and connect with leading brands.

Where kitchen & bathroom design comes to life

From cutting-edge appliances and fittings to surfaces, fixtures and smart solutions, it’s where the industry comes to explore what’s new, specify products and stay ahead of evolving design trends.

Event Highlights

TEXTILE & FURNISHINGS VILLAGE

LIGHTING GALLERY

Explore a high-spec showcase of architectural and decorative lighting solutions designed to transform commercial and residential spaces.

A curated tactile experience featuring the latest high-end fabrics, wallcoverings, and rugs from leading international and local brands. AUSTRALIA’S NEXT TOP DESIGNERS

Witness the future of design as emerging makers showcase breakthrough product concepts in this prestigious

DISCOVER INDUSTRY DEFINING PRODUCTS

Meet the specialists behind the appliances, tapware, furniture, textiles, lighting and storage solutions your clients haven’t seen yet - and get first access before they hit the mainstream. No catalogues. No samples. No guessing. Just every decision made faster, with more confidence, in person.

This is your specifying shortcut for the year.

DISCOVERY LANE

Uncover “design’s best-kept secrets” in this curated zone dedicated to emerging studios and niche, under-the-radar brands.

FREE INDUSTRY LEADING SEMINERS

Don’t pay hundreds or even thousands of dollars, access industry-leading experts with over 60+ free sessions focused on A&D businesses.

CO-LOCATED WITH FUTUREBUILD AUSTRALIA

Design Show Australia & Kitchen+Bath Show are co-located with Futurebuild Australia, the main event for building innovation.

Industry-defining speakers

90+ world-class speakers - only HERE. Complimentary with your trade pass.

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Greg Natale, founder and director of the eponymous design firm is a multi-award-winning Australian designer celebrated for his innovative and meticulously curated interiors. His designs have featured in local and international publications including Architectural Digest, Elle Decoration, Vanity Fair, Vogue Living and Belle. His awards include Belle Interior Designer of the Year for both 2011 and 2014, and the 2021 Australian House & Garden Room of the Year. He’s been named one of The World’s Most Influential Designers by AD Mexico and a Design Visionary by Harper’s Bazaar Interiors Middle East.

Hans J. Galutera is widely renowned for his experience and expertise in the art and science of enhancing interiors, and at times including the exterior of a space, building or a cruise liner, to achieve a safer, healthier and more aesthetically pleasing sustainable environment.

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Darren Palmer is one of Australia’s most prominent interior designers, making timeless, stylish design accessible to everyone. Starting with bespoke home designs, he’s shaped Australia’s design culture, bringing everyday luxury into homes across the country. As a judge on TV show The Block, Darren has helped millions navigate interior design with confidence. Via Darren Palmer Home, he brings thoughtfully curated rugs, cushions, artwork, and home fragrances to Australians. And with Darren Palmer Masterseries, an accredited online interior design course with The Interior Design Institute, he empowers the next generation of designers.

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Jamie Ford

Senior Director of Strategy, Eight Inc.

Jamie is an electric experience-design leader with 15 years of expertise in customer strategy, innovation, transformation, and service design. She is driven by a belief that meaningful progress happens when organisations design for humans, with humans. In a world increasingly shaped by AI, Jamie champions the qualities that machines cannot replicate—empathy, emotional intelligence, intuition, and the ability to connect deeply with people and their lived experiences. Her work blends creative problem-solving with behavioural insight, ensuring that technology and innovation enhance, rather than erode, what makes us human.

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Stylist, Author and Founder of ‘The Interior Styling School’

Lucy is an Interior Stylist, Founder of the Interior Styling School and author of The Home Style Handbook. Based in Australia and working between Sydney and London, she has spent over 15 years shaping interiors through thoughtful imagery and storytelling. Until recently, Lucy was Head Stylist at Australian Home Beautiful magazine, where she created beautiful editorial features, and she has also contributed to leading publications including Livingetc, Homes & Gardens, and The Sunday Times Style in the UK. Alongside this, she has worked as a freelance creative director with well-known brands.

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Principal + Design Director, Hare + Klein

Principal Meryl Hare started Hare + Klein in 1989. She is a Fellow of the Design Institute of Australia, has received a citation for services to the design industry, was inducted to the DIA Hall of Fame in 2011, the Australian House & Garden Hall of Fame in 2018, and the Belle Fanuli Interior Design Awards Hall of Fame in 2021. Meryl was also awarded the Gold Medal at the IDEA Awards in 2020. She has published two books with Thames & Hudson – Hare + Klein ‘Texture Colour Comfort’ (2014 + 2018 compact edition) and Hare + Klein ‘Interior’ (2020) and won a Gold Award for Product Design in Australia’s International Good Design Awards for her design of ‘The Bridge Table’.

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Owner & Creative Director, CHADA

Juliet is an award-winning interiors expert who has been designing world-class luxury hotels and resorts for over twenty years. Juliet is Partner and Creative Director for internationally renowned CHADA, an interior architecture practice specialising in luxury hotels and resorts. With 110 major projects CHADA has one of the largest portfolios in the industry. A highly-respected design and interiors leader in her field, Juliet has always been intent on raising the design benchmark, both in Australia and around the world. In addition to her role at Chada, and Series Judge on Channel 7’s Instant Hotel, she is also a respected thought leader, trend forecaster and writer.

Lynne Bradley is a highly commended member of the Australian design community whose work is regularly published in design and lifestyle journals, publications and blogs. Lynne brings a lifetime of passion and creativity to her design practice, which she founded in 2000. With a background in music and performance, Lynne has a history of crossdisciplinary collaborations, including the creative direction of staged events and bespoke product partnerships with design houses like Royal Doulton.

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Design Director, Clandestine Design Group

Sara’s Scandinavian upbringing fostered her love for design. Everything in our environment ought to be functional, beautiful, and sustainable. For her, good design is “omtenksom”. Drawing from a passion for future tech, sustainability, and emotional design, she strives to balance user, market and business needs to turn ideas into purposeful products and experiences. Many of her projects have received accolades and she has participated in the judging panel for competitions like the Australian Good Design Awards. She has been a judge / TV presenter on “Australia By Design: Innovations” and mentor in the youth and design communities.

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Lee Hopkinson is a highly experienced interior, brand environment, and customer experience designer with over 25 years in the industry. As Studio Manager and Interior Design Director at The Great Indoors, Lee has led award-winning projects for major brands across retail, hospitality, and workplace design. Known for his unique hand-drawing style, he communicates clearly with clients and collaborators. He has worked internationally with top firms and lectures in interior design lecturer and creative thinking.

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Alexandra French Founder, Nadu

Alexandra is dedicated to leaving the world more dynamic and engaging than she found it. Alexandra collaborates with innovators, researchers, and industry experts to transform insights and challenges into measurable impacts. She is the founder of two pioneering ventures, Nadu and The Breathery, which aim to revolutionise respiratory healthcare through innovative, data-driven solutions. At Nadu, she leads a multidisciplinary team to develop cutting-edge respiratory healthcare technology. At The Breathery, Alexandra focuses on designing sustainable, portable nasal care devices that are both effective and aesthetically pleasing.

Ania Mikina is co-founder and owner of Zephyr and Stone, a global home design hub and renovation resource platform, renowned for a neutral, timeless design aesthetic with a strong focus on functionality. Ania has over 20 years real-world renovation, interior design and building experience, and is a trusted thought leader in home design and renovation. Ania frequently shares her expertise and insights through media and podcasts, empowering others to transform their spaces and lives with exceptional design.

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The only event that puts new products directly into your hands. Visit 250+ showrooms in one trip.

Italian modernism reimagined

Drawing from the proportions of Italian Modernism, T. Black Atelier presents Collection 01. Featured in Dezeen and The Local Project, these pieces are less like furniture and more like a spatial language—defined by material restraint and a distinct architectural silhouette.

T. Black Atelier Stand 1721

Four decades of rug artistry

Celebrating 40 years at the intersection of art and flooring, Designer Rugs continues to prove why they are the first choice for iconic global venues. Discover the limitless possibilities of bespoke luxury, where every carpet is treated as a unique commission.

Designer Rugs Stand 2138

Translating

fine art into immersive

wallcoverings

After two decades as the industry’s premier art studio, Designer Boys unveils its debut wallpaper collection, designed to provide a cohesive, architectural backdrop to their renowned textural artworks.

Sculputural Illumination: Handcrafted Sydney lighting

Sydney-based D.Bianco brings the warmth of bespoke metalwork to the show. Hand-finished brass and timber pendants featureg sculptural braided LEDs, representing the pinnacle of local manufacturing and high-spec lighting.

D.Bianco Stand 1743

Elevated Alfresco: Resort-scale luxury for the Australian climate

With a strong focus on customisation, Belle Vie presents furniture designed for the Australian outdoors. Crafted for durability, comfort and longevity, each piece is made to withstand the elements while maintaining a refined, timeless look.

Belle Vie Stand 1620

Altro Mondo: Greg Natale’s brutalist disco revival

Renowned designer Greg Natale debuts ALTRO MONDO, a daring collection of hide rugs inspired by the avant-garde spirit of Italy’s legendary discotheques. It is a fusion of Brutalist, Postmodernist and Space-Age aesthetics.

Murano mastery

At the heart of Venini lies a storied history of collaboration with the world’s most visionary designers. Meticulously hand-finished in Italy, every piece embodies the skill of Murano’s master artisans, offering a timeless aesthetic that bridges the gap between historical craft and modern luxury.

Venini Stand 1705

Contained atmosphere: Two decades of sustainable warmth

Celebrating 20+ years of fire-feature innovation, EcoSmart leads the way in carbon-neutral heating. Its latest collection focuses on the “campfire effect”, mesmerising focal points that anchor a room and invite connection.

EcoSmart Fire Stand 2110

Designer Boys Stand 2131
Art Hide Stand 2248

Discover industry-defining products in kitchen, bath and storage solutions.

Surface Depth: Australia’s leading palette for integrated design

As the vanguard of Australian-made decorative surfaces, Polytec offers a system-driven approach to the modern interior. By unifying horizontal and vertical applications, they provide the essential building blocks for seamless, project-wide design.

Polytec Stand 1130

Refined fluidity

Nero Tapware has carved a niche through a dedication to contemporary aesthetics and diverse finishes. With American Standard, they offer tapware and accessories that elevate the daily ritual, blending high-performance functionality with a designer edge.

Nero Tapware

American Standard Stand 1112

Excellence in architectural

With a century of German engineering, Häfele provides the “invisible architecture” that defines highperformance kitchens and bathrooms.

As a global leader in intelligent furniture fittings, electronic access, and integrated lighting, its products optimise space and improve usability.

Häfele Stand 1120

Crafting the Sanctuary: Bespoke cabinetry for the modern bath

Timberline brings a localised, artisan perspective to bathroom furniture. By focusing on high-quality materials and customisable configurations, it allow designers to create personalised retreats that balance Australian durability with a sophisticated, contemporary aesthetic.

Timberline Stand 1312

Precision in practice

A global leader in cabinetry hardware, Hettich brings German-engineered precision to the heart of the home. Its advanced drawer systems and interior fittings are designed for durability and flexibility, providing intelligent storage solutions for modern residential architecture.

Hettich Stand 1446

The Mechanics of Motion:

Engineering the seamless interior Blum remains the benchmark for high-performance furniture fittings. Renowned for its precision hinge, lift, and runner systems, Blum products transform the utilitarian aspects of a home into a frictionless experience.

The Scandanavian intersection of performance and sustainability

For over 75 years, ASKO has set the benchmark for premium Scandinavian kitchen and laundry appliances. Expertly crafted and sleekly minimalist, their range is built on the enduring Nordic values of form, function, and environmental responsibility.

ASKO Stand 904

Material Synergy: A collaboration in stone and structure

C+ House showcases the collaborative power of A2 Stone and RARA. This exhibit explores the tactile beauty of stone as it integrates with structural design, offering a preview of the future of high-end residential materiality.

C+ House (A2 Stone + RARA) Stand 1440

Blum Stand 1002

COMPANIES & BRANDS

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A2 Stone 1440

Abode Living 2032

ACFA x KBDi 1246

Acrilam 1030

Adora Designs 1154

American Standard 1402

Amorfa 1058

Anderson Group Australia 1439

Annie Selke 1904

Annuello Bespoke 2040

Archant 1642

Art Hide 2248

Art Plumbing & Bathroomware International 1249

ASKO 904

Aulic & Lafeme 1102

Avenir Design 1406

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Balliu Export 1906

Bathnology Industrial 1044

Bedsahead 1720

Bella Decor 1950

Belle Vie Australia 1620

Bendy Bois 1334

Bespoke Bathware 1511

Billi 1244

Bisazza Australia 1710

Blum Australia 1002

BORA APAC 1462

British Fires 1723

Bromic Group 1714

Brooklyn Copper Co 2236

Buster + Punch 1640

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C+ HOUSE 1440

Cane-Line Australia 1814 & 1820

Cork imports Australia 1740

Craftmark 1146

Cyncly 1342

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D.Bianco 1743

Dalray 2220

DECISION (NINGBO) SANITARY 1846

Designer Boys 2131

Designer Chandelier 1630

Designer Rugs 2138

Devon 1906

Dune Outdoor Luxuries 1906

Company Stand E

EcoSmart Fire 2110

EGR Decor 940

Everstone 1152 F Figment Landscapes 1644

FRANCA Studio 1707 G

Gibbon Rugs 1940

Guangdong Zhongtao Technology 1530

Guangzhou Sunspir Metal Products 1304 H Haatz 1502

HAFELE 1120

Hangzhou Homekemp Building Materials 1530

Hangzhou Jinghu Glass 1530

Hangzhou Youjiete Industry 1530

Haven® Outdoor Synthetic Wool 2137

Hettich Australia 1546

Hideaway Bins 1324

HOMAG Australia 1330

Hongxinchengda Wood Industry 1745

Horizon Fireplaces Australia 1912

House of Bariki 1752

House of Bohi 2034

IN THE SAC LINEN 2136

Inkolor 1435

Inspire NLiR33 1649

Intrim Mouldings 1732 J

jean claude duboys 2206

Just Add Plants 2050 K

KABOOM Print 2231

KATSUKURA CORPORATION 1850

Kave Home 1812

Kesanitär 1562

Kesseböhmer 1320

King Living 1802

Klikwood Australia 1951

Koala Commercial 2112

Kohler 1402

KUN DESIGN 1626

Priya Art 1658 Marquis 1424

Mecal Australia 1420 N

Naaya Studio 1807 Natural Floorcovering Centre 1604

Natuzzi Italia 1841

Nero Tapware | American Standard 1112

Niche Surfaces 1046 Nidus by Carbine 1747 Ningbo Runner

1430

Decor by Urban Republic 1140

Rachel Pedrana 2230 Rachel Theodorakis 2036

Renee Kamaretsos Art 1727

Renson 1820

Robert Gordon Interiors 1302 S

Sabiha Tiles 2228

SANNORA SANITARY WARE 1521

Sarabi's Fine Rugs 1862

SCM Australia 1418

SPACEZR 1540

Stoke Fireplace Studio 1825

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