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Media Release
23 February 2009

Form & Function raises the bar in 2009

MakMax Australia and LAVA join forces to show the future of ‘textile architecture’

The Australian architectural and building industry will have a dynamic new place in which to be seen at the new Australian Institute of Architects Bar at this year’s Form & Function.

dmg world media, event producers of Form & Function and designEX, are pleased to announce that for the first time, it has engaged a creative director from the industry and a design manufacturing specialist to collaborate on this central meeting hub for exhibitors and visitors.

Form & Function has commissioned tensile membrane specialists MakMax Australia who will work with Chris Bosse, director of LAVA Asia Pacific to create an example of the future of textile architecture.

 “LAVA is at the forefront of an inventive new generation in architecture, with Chris leading the way in Australia with his groundbreaking concepts,” said Edward Owens from dmg.

“Our partners MakMax will draw on their unique tensile membrane expertise, to bring Chris’s design to life, creating a drinking experience not to be missed.”

It is not the first time the two companies have worked together, having created textile icons with two previous collaborations: Green Void, currently inhabiting the central space of Sydney’s Custom’s House; and the award winning Moet & Chandon marquee at the 2005 Melbourne Cup. Their latest collaboration will show the latest innovations in textile facades.

Form & Function will be held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from Thursday 30 April to Saturday 2 May 2009, and is co-located with designEX.
 
To pre-register online for free entry to Form & Function, go to: www.formandfunction.com.au.

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Form & Function: 30 April – 2 May, Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre
Showcasing architectural and building solutions in every way shape and form, Form & Function is Australia’s premier event for the architectural, building and construction industries. Form & Function returns to Melbourne for its 5th year and is held in collaboration with Parallax, the Australian Institute of Architects’ 2009 National Conference. Form & Function promises to present the latest developments in the external building world and in 2009 also features a bookshop and D4S, an interactive showcase of the latest in design for sustainability. Co-located with designEX, Australia’s #1 exhibition for the latest trends and innovations in contemporary interior architecture and design. Form and Function and designEX are trade-only events. For registrations and further information, visit: www.formandfunction.com.au.

About dmg world media
An international exhibition and publishing company, dmg world media produces over 250 market-leading trade exhibitions, consumer shows and fairs each year and publishes more than 40 related magazines, newspapers, directories and market reports. dmg world media employs 700 people and maintains a worldwide presence through more than 30 offices in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, the United Arab Emirates, China, Australia and New Zealand. dmg world media is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT), one of the largest and most successful media companies in the United Kingdom. Additional information on dmg world media can be found at www.dmgworldmedia.com

Media contact:
Selena O’Hare or Mel Derepas at Whispr Communications

T 03 9534 8600, M 0425 224 159 or sohare@whispr.com.au

 

Media Release                                                 
February 2009

D4S finds design to sustain the future

 

As the quest to shrink our footprint intensifies, new ideas galore will be launching at the 2009 Form & Function and designEX exhibitions – each designed to take the heat out of our energy-sapping human habitats.

D4S (“design for sustainability”), is a show feature in its third year that seeks out cutting edge products where responsible design elements, such as minimal consumption and waste, are integrated without compromising on aesthetics and functionality.

“For a sustainable future, we need to redesign the way we use the world, and this concept is at the heart of the D4S showcase,” said Edward Owens from dmg world media, which stages the event.

“Let’s face it, sustainability issues are big opportunities for clever design.

“This rethinking is uncovering a diverse range of D4S innovators in 2009,” said Edward. “From transforming food care with the optimum refrigeration options of the Izona CoolDrawer from Fisher & Paykel to advances in integrated renewable energy, with SCHOTT solar’s multifunctional glass panels – and everything in between.”

In 2009 D4S welcomes Design Victoria as a principal partner, along with Sustainability Victoria, which each year ensures that all participants embrace the following criteria:

1. Efficient design – keep the material and resource inputs to a minimum;
2. Cyclic design – ensure materials can be cycled through natural or industrial systems;
3. Safe design – avoid toxic and hazardous substances and processes;
4. Communication – keep it honest and encourage responsible behaviour.

In keeping with its eco-design fundamentals, all display plinths at D4S are made from D4S participant Xanita’s revolutionary new X-Board, which combines recycled cardboard with sugar cane bagasse.

D4S will showcase sustainable design at its finest and also includes a bookshop with daily book signings from industry recognised authors, and the Zip café.

Sustainability Victoria and Design Victoria will host the D4S Tool Box of online resources to help influence design priorities and achieve sustainable outcomes.

To pre-register online for free entry to Form & Function, go to: www.formandfunction.com.au.

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About dmg world media
dmg world media is an international exhibition and publishing company, producing more than 250 market-leading business to business exhibitions, consumer shows and fairs. In addition, the company also produces 45 related trade and consumer magazines, newspapers, directories and market reports. dmg world media maintains a worldwide presence through more than 30 offices around the world in countries such as the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, the United Arab Emirates, China, Australia and New Zealand. www.dmgworldmedia.com.au

 

Media contact:
Selena O’Hare or Mel Derepas at Whispr Communications
T 03 9534 8600, M 0425 224 159 or sohare@whispr.com.au