Events from Artichoke 38

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1 Mar 2012

Milan International Furniture Fair, 2011.

Image: Saverio Lombardi Vallauri, courtesy of Salone Internazionale del Mobile.

Contemporary Australia: Women

21 April – 22 July 2012

The innovation of Australian women artists and their contribution to contemporary art is explored in this exhibition, which includes the work of more than twenty-five women, including Kirsty Bruce.

Gallery of Modern Art, Brisbane
qag.qld.gov.au

William Kentridge

8 March – 27 May 2012

The work of one of the world’s leading contemporary artists, William Kentridge, will be presented through five themes in this exhibition, exploring issues such as colonial oppression and reconciliation.

ACMI, Melbourne
acmi.net.au

Korban/Flaubert

21 March – 28 April 2012

The sculpture and design work of Sydney duo Janos Korban and Stefanie Flaubert is presented in this exhibition that explores their fascination with metal and their creative influences, including concepts of motion, fluidity and pattern in nature.

Gallery of Australian Design, Canberra
gad.org.au

Houses Awards

Entries close 30 March 2012

Presented by Houses magazine, this annual program celebrates Australia’s best residential projects. There are eight categories, with the best house receiving the premier award of Australian House of the Year. There is an overall prize pool of $13,000 and an awards presentation will be held at the Art Gallery of NSW on 26 July 2012.

housesawards.com.au

Fly Forbo Awards

Entries close 13 April 2012

Examples of outstanding use of Forbo flooring and surface products are being sought for this year’s Fly Forbo Awards. Winners from Australia and New Zealand will receive an international design trip.

forbo-flooring.com.au

Australian Interior Design Awards

27 April 2012

Tickets to the gala presentation of the 2012 Australian Interior Design Awards are now available online. The event celebrates excellence and achievement across fifteen categories. The awards are an initiative of Artichoke magazine, the Design Institute of Australia and Designex.

Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Pyrmont Point, Sydney
australianinteriordesignawards.com

Hotel Hospitality + Design

14–16 May 2012

This design and refurbishment expo brings together the best in the hospitality industry. Whether for resorts, spas, luxury hotels or the pub sector, the latest in industry products and designs will be on display.

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Sydney
hhdexpo.com.au

Milan Furniture Fair

17–22 April 2012

A global benchmark for the home furnishing sector, the Milan International Furniture Fair will feature a line-up of creative young talent and unique furnishings. Sections include upholstered furniture, garden furniture and children’s bedrooms.

Milan Fairgrounds, Rho, Italy
cosmit.it

Designex

14–16 May 2012

Be inspired by the best at Australia’s leading design and architecture event. Designex will present the latest products and trends from around the world and will also hold seminars, demonstrations and awards.

Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Sydney
designex.info