PDW 2024. EVENTS
PDW 2024. EVENTS
AGDA WA: Fresh Mints
Get Fresh with Perth's design community. Hosted by AGDA WA, Fresh Mints will give you an introduction to the design practice and creative journeys of four professionals, who will share their learnings from their studies and from their entry into the industry.
SOLD OUT / DESIGNING CARBON – OUT (PART TWO)
With cities and construction accounting for 39% of the carbon challenge, architect and climate advocate Ross Donaldson and a panel of experts continue the sustainability conversation we started at PDW 2023, and discuss what we must do.
SOLD OUT / Interweaving Threads: Designing sustainable, culturally enriched and tech-savvy spaces
Join Design Matters for a panel discussion at The Mark focusing on key themes relevant to West Australian interior designers, exploring innovative ideas and addressing local challenges. A morning of engaging discussions, industry insights, and networking opportunities.
The Gay* Agenda in The Built Environment
This event looks at translating queer theory through a practical architectural lens and establishes several key frameworks that can be applied to various aspects of architectural design.
SOLD OUT / Designing Carbon – OUT (Part One)
With cities and construction accounting for 39% of the carbon challenge, architect and climate advocate Ross Donaldson and a panel of experts continue the sustainability conversation we started at PDW 2023, and discuss what we must do.
SOLD OUT / Young Perthian Designers Unmasked
Organised by EmAGN WA (Emerging Architects and Graduates Network) this event aims to uncover diverse young and emerging designers that have been bubbling and working behind the scene in Perth to share their work and experiences and a discussion of future directions.
Led by Culture: Collaborative Design at Subi East
The Subi East Six Seasons Bidi is a collaborative process reaping widespread rewards, commissioned by DevelopmentWA, with Aboriginal Development Coordination by Karrda, Landscape Design by UDLA, Art Coordination by Apparatus, and the professional development of six Noongar artists.
20 years of the WA Government Architect
Presented by Perth Design Week in collaboration with Warren Kerr AM. With 2024 marking the 20th anniversary of the appointment of a Government Architect in WA, we look back on the past 20 years in a conversation with people who have served in the role. The conversation will be led by award winning journalist Victoria Laurie
SOLD OUT / Gender Sensitive Urban Design
Presented by the Women in Planning Network WA (WAPN), enjoy a lunchbox and learn about Gender-Sensitive Urban Design (GSUD). GSUD recognises that people experience public spaces differently based on gender.
Climate Positive Perth
Join Dr Brad Pettitt MLC for a conversation on metro Perth’s future and what is possible. Perth’s population is small by global standards, but our physical footprint is larger than mega-cities like Tokyo or Los Angeles and our emissions per capita are among the highest in the world. So how do we address climate change while accommodating 3.5 million people in Perth by 2050?
Home Inspiration Marathon - part five
Join us on Sunday 17 March to hear from Perth’s award winning architects on the topic of sustainable home design, in a whole day marathon of presentations of their work. Part five - Adrian Iredale and Caroline Di Costa, Caroline Di Costa Architect; Marco Vittino and Katherine Ashe, Directors at vittinoAshe; Drew Penhale and Shane Winter, Penhale & Winter.
Home Inspiration Marathon - part four
Join us on Sunday 17 March to hear from Perth’s award winning architects on the topic of sustainable home design, in a whole day marathon of presentations of their work. Part four - Andrew Boyne, Director Western Architecture Studio; Matt Delroy-Carr, Director MDC Architects; Orielle Pearce, Architect Orielle Pearce Design.
Home Inspiration Marathon - part three
Join us on Sunday 17 March to hear from Perth’s award winning architects on the topic of sustainable home design, in a whole day marathon of presentations of their work. Part three - Simon Pendal, Architect Simon Pendal Architect; Justin Carrier and Steven Postmus, Directors CAPA Studio; Emily Van Eyk, Architect Mt Eyk Architects.
Home Inspiration Marathon - Part two
Join us on Sunday 17 March to hear from Perth’s award winning architects on the topic of sustainable home design, in a whole day marathon of presentations of their work. Part two - Dimmity Walker, Architect Space Agency; Jimmy Thompson, Creative Director MJA Studio; Philip Stejskal, Director Philip Stejskal Architecture.
Home Inspiration Marathon - Part one
Join us on Sunday 17 March to hear from Perth’s award winning architects on the topic of sustainable home design, in a whole day marathon of presentations of their work. Part one - Monique Woodward, Director WOWOWA; Nic Brunsdon, Director Nic Brunsdon; Kate Fitzgerald, Director Whispering Smith.
SOLD OUT / “Speed Date” an architect
Book your date with an architect! Bring your ideas and your notebook for a free one on one consultation with an architect of your choice.
Sold Out / AI: Designing the Future
In this discussion, coordinated by Apparatus and hosted by James Purtill, a panel of experts will discuss the intersection between Artificial Intelligence (AI) and creative industries, how AI is revolutionising the creative design process, and navigating ethics in a rapidly changing world of AI.
“My Home”
There is an urgent need for permanent, low-cost housing to enable homeless people to get back on their feet and establish a decent quality of life. Join us to hear from architect and “My Home” founder Michelle Blakeley on how she is creating homes for people who are homeless.
SOLD OUT / Medium Density
Much of the discussion to date on the new Medium Density Code has been about improving the quality of design. And that’s important. But it’s only half the story. The other side of the conversation, and something not widely understood, is the diversity of housing – and choice - the new Code enables.
IN BETWEEN EVENTS
Immerse yourself every day in the cultural centre of Perth - the State Buildings. Begin your day with a satisfying breakfast at Petition, indulge in a long leisurely lunch at Post Osteria, pause in the midday calm amongst the clouds at Wildflower, or connect with your social best over quenching pours at Wine Merchant or Beer Corner.