Some 94 entries have been shortilsted for the 2019 Eat Drink Design Awards, which will be presented in Melbourne on 12 November.

The awards celebrate the best of hospitality design across Australia and New Zealand, and acknowledges the importance of the relationship between the designer and client when creating successful social venues.

The jury noted the 2019 entries are characterized by use of textured materials, and a shift towards brighter spaces flooded with natural light.

“We saw a lot of 1970s Italian-style design this year – arches, circles and terrazzo,” said the jury. “It has influences of mid-century design but also of the elegant luxury of Italian villas.”

The 2019 awards will be announced during a celebration attended by architects, interior designers and their hospitality clients.

To see the shortlist, head here.

For further information, visit the Eat Drink Design Awards website.

The 2019 Eat Drink Design Awards and Talks are supported by major partner Chandon and supporting partners Harbour 1976, Latitude, Ownworld, Roca and Tasmanian Timber.