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The NGA’s Cressida Campbell Exhibition Celebrates Her Glorious 40-Year Career
The NGA’s Cressida Campbell Exhibition Celebrates Her Glorious 40-Year Career
Art

The NGA’s Cressida Campbell Exhibition Celebrates Her Glorious 40-Year Career

A studio visit with Cressida Campbell, ahead of her exciting survey exhibition at the National Gallery Of Australia.
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IT'S BACK... Entries Are Open For The 2022 TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!
IT'S BACK... Entries Are Open For The 2022 TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!
TDF Kids Art Awards

IT'S BACK... Entries Are Open For The 2022 TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!

The Design Files Kids Art Awards is back! All entry fees go to Children's Ground - and there's a prize of $1,000 each for five lucky winners! Enter now.
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A Perfect Day In Melbourne, With Melissa Leong
A Perfect Day In Melbourne, With Melissa Leong
Travel

A Perfect Day In Melbourne, With Melissa Leong

Food writer + TV presenter Melissa Leong shares some of her absolute favourite spots in Melbourne CBD.
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A Perfect Day in Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges, With Paul Bangay
A Perfect Day in Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges, With Paul Bangay
Travel

A Perfect Day in Daylesford & The Macedon Ranges, With Paul Bangay

Join legendary landscape designer Paul Bangay for a dreamy day trip in Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges.
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A Perfect Day in South Gippsland, With Andrea Moore
A Perfect Day in South Gippsland, With Andrea Moore
Travel

A Perfect Day in South Gippsland, With Andrea Moore

A guided tour of the best spots to eat, shop, stay and see in beautiful South Gippsland.
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2:13
INTRODUCING... The TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!
INTRODUCING... The TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!
TDF Kids Art Awards

INTRODUCING... The TDF Kids Art Awards, With Honan!

We're so excited to launch the very first TDF Kids Art Awards to raise money for Children's Ground – and there's a prize of $2,000 each for five lucky winners!
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Introducing Nik And Harry Robinson - Two Good Citizens And The Winners Of The 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Sustainable Design Category!
Introducing Nik And Harry Robinson - Two Good Citizens And The Winners Of The 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Sustainable Design Category!
TDF Design Awards

Introducing Nik And Harry Robinson - Two Good Citizens And The Winners Of The 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Sustainable Design Category!

The father-and-son duo on a mission to transform discarded plastic bottles into 100% recycled sunglasses.
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Meet Yasmine Ghoniem of YSG Studio – the 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Interior Design Award Winner!
Meet Yasmine Ghoniem of YSG Studio – the 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Interior Design Award Winner!
TDF Design Awards

Meet Yasmine Ghoniem of YSG Studio – the 2020 TDF + Laminex Design Awards Interior Design Award Winner!

Yasmine Ghoniem of YSG Studio shares her award winning interior project, Budge Over Dover, and her design philosophy.
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Sophie & Dale Vine Share Their Home Renovation In Geelong
Sophie & Dale Vine Share Their Home Renovation In Geelong
TDF Films

Sophie & Dale Vine Share Their Home Renovation In Geelong

Sophie and Dale Vine talk us through their DIY home renovation, in partnership with Bendigo Bank.
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Sheridan + Grandiflora, Australian Botanicals And Bedding!
Sheridan + Grandiflora, Australian Botanicals And Bedding!
TDF Films

Sheridan + Grandiflora, Australian Botanicals And Bedding!

Sheridan meets Grandiflora, with a very special new creative collaboration.
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Jackalope Unveils The Rain Room In St Kilda
Jackalope Unveils The Rain Room In St Kilda
Art

Jackalope Unveils The Rain Room In St Kilda

Random International’s immersive rain installation makes its Southern Hemisphere debut.
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2:22
From Fashion To Art Startup, With Kitty Clark Of Saint Cloche
From Fashion To Art Startup, With Kitty Clark Of Saint Cloche
We, The Brave

From Fashion To Art Startup, With Kitty Clark Of Saint Cloche

From high-flying fashion buyer to starting her own art gallery, Kitty Clark shares her story of taking the leap! In partnership with MYOB.
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Turning A Passion For Photography Into A Career, With Eve Wilson
Turning A Passion For Photography Into A Career, With Eve Wilson
We, The Brave

Turning A Passion For Photography Into A Career, With Eve Wilson

Eve Wilson shares her courageous career journey, from photographer’s assistant, to leading lifestyle photographer. In partnership with MYOB.
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Building A Business From The Ground Up, With Phillip Withers
Building A Business From The Ground Up, With Phillip Withers
We, The Brave

Building A Business From The Ground Up, With Phillip Withers

Award-winning landscape designer Phillip Withers shares his story, in partnership with MYOB.
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'Monet: Impression Sunrise' Comes To The National Gallery Of Australia
'Monet: Impression Sunrise' Comes To The National Gallery Of Australia
Inside Look

'Monet: Impression Sunrise' Comes To The National Gallery Of Australia

An exclusive look at the National Gallery of Australia's new exhibition 'Monet: Impression Sunrise'.
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Mirka For Melbourne!
Mirka For Melbourne!
Fundraiser

Mirka For Melbourne!

Our urgent fundraiser to keep Mirka Mora's magic alive in Melbourne. Join us!
Sheridan + Sydney Opera House, A Creative Collaboration
Sheridan + Sydney Opera House, A Creative Collaboration
Soft Furnishings

Sheridan + Sydney Opera House, A Creative Collaboration

Sheridan meets Sydney Opera House, with a very special new creative collaboration.
Milan in Colour · The Colour Forecasters
Milan in Colour · The Colour Forecasters
Milan in Colour

Milan in Colour · The Colour Forecasters

Milan Design Week highlights from colour forecasters Bree Leech and Andrea Lucena-Orr.
MoMA at The National Gallery of Victoria
MoMA at The National Gallery of Victoria
Inside Look

MoMA at The National Gallery of Victoria

An exclusive look inside the NGV's highly anticipated new exhibition (opening tomorrow!), supported by Dulux.
Milan in Colour · David Flack, Interior Designer
Milan in Colour · David Flack, Interior Designer
Milan in Colour

Milan in Colour · David Flack, Interior Designer

Milan Furniture Fair highlights from the inimitable design studio founder.
Marilyne Nicholls, Weaver
Marilyne Nicholls, Weaver
TDF Films

Marilyne Nicholls, Weaver

Introducing one of Victoria's most respected Indigenous weavers, in partnership with The Regional Centre for Culture.
Milan in Colour · Lucy Feagins, Editor
Milan in Colour · Lucy Feagins, Editor
Milan in Colour

Milan in Colour · Lucy Feagins, Editor

View our second episode of MILAN IN COLOUR, featuring Milan Design Week discoveries from our very own editor, Lucy Feagins.
Milan In Colour!
Milan In Colour!
TDF Films

Milan In Colour!

Announcing our newest video series, direct from Milan Design Week 2018 – in partnership with Dulux.
Emma Jimson, Ceramicist
Emma Jimson, Ceramicist
TDF Films

Emma Jimson, Ceramicist

A new video series spotlighting creatives working in Central Victoria, supported by the Regional Centre for Culture.
Cartier Arrives At The National Gallery Of Australia
Cartier Arrives At The National Gallery Of Australia
Inside Look

Cartier Arrives At The National Gallery Of Australia

A first look at the National Gallery of Australia's exclusive exhibition of dazzling jewels – Cartier, The Exhibition.
Building a Terrarium
Building a Terrarium
Style It Make It

Building a Terrarium

Create a mini indoor garden with our easy how-to, in partnership with Sheridan Australia.
Styling with Colour and Texture
Styling with Colour and Texture
Style It Make It

Styling with Colour and Texture

We explore bedroom styling with colour and texture, in partnership with Sheridan Australia.
An Art Wall, Three Ways
An Art Wall, Three Ways
Style It Make It

An Art Wall, Three Ways

Our ideas for displaying artwork at home, in partnership with Sheridan Australia.
Bedroom Styling, Winter to Spring
Bedroom Styling, Winter to Spring
Style It Make It

Bedroom Styling, Winter to Spring

Take your bedroom from Winter to Spring, with our new how-to series in partnership with Sheridan Australia.
Styled Settings · A Floral Soirée
Styled Settings · A Floral Soirée
Styled Settings

Styled Settings · A Floral Soirée

In partnership with Jansz Tasmania, we style a bright and colourful table, with handmade details.
'The House of Dior' at National Gallery of Victoria
'The House of Dior' at National Gallery of Victoria
Inside Look

'The House of Dior' at National Gallery of Victoria

An Inside Look at The House of Dior exhibition, opening at NGV this week.
Styled Settings · An Elegant Occasion
Styled Settings · An Elegant Occasion
Styled Settings

Styled Settings · An Elegant Occasion

In partnership with Jansz Tasmania, we style an elegant, understated tablesetting using a white on white palette.
Styled Settings · A Garden Gathering
Styled Settings · A Garden Gathering
Styled Settings

Styled Settings · A Garden Gathering

As part of our new series of inspired entertaining ideas, created in partnership with Jansz Tasmania, we share a how-to on styling a relaxed outdoor affair.
A Life Individual · Gillianne Griffiths
A Life Individual · Gillianne Griffiths
A Life Individual

A Life Individual · Gillianne Griffiths

The remarkable residence of interior designer Gillianne Griffiths, in partnership with Space.
Styled Settings · A Winter Feast
Styled Settings · A Winter Feast
Styled Settings

Styled Settings · A Winter Feast

A new video series of inspired entertaining ideas, created in partnership with Jansz Tasmania.
Sheridan by Ken Done
Sheridan by Ken Done
Soft Furnishings

Sheridan by Ken Done

The story of an iconic collaboration between Sheridan and Australia's best loved artist, Ken Done.
A Life Individual

A Life Individual · Andrea Sullivan

We profile the home of Sydney artist Andrea Sullivan, in partnership with Space.
A Life Individual · Megan Morton
A Life Individual · Megan Morton
A Life Individual

A Life Individual · Megan Morton

Our latest video, in partnership with Space.
Inside Look · Van Gogh and the Seasons
Inside Look · Van Gogh and the Seasons
Inside Look

Inside Look · Van Gogh and the Seasons

An Inside Look at the National Gallery of Victoria's latest blockbuster exhibition, in partnership with Dulux.
A Life Individual · Danika Rehfisch
A Life Individual · Danika Rehfisch
A Life Individual

A Life Individual · Danika Rehfisch

Part Two of our brand new video series, in collaboration with Space.
A Life Individual

A Life Individual · Andrew Parr

Launching a brand new video series, in collaboration with Space.
TDF Films

The Outlanders · Martyn Thompson

A window into the world of incredible Australian photographer and designer Martyn Thompson, who moved to New in 1999.
The Outlanders · Maryanne Moodie
The Outlanders · Maryanne Moodie
TDF Films

The Outlanders · Maryanne Moodie

Our latest video series continues with weaver Maryanne Moodie in Brooklyn, New York.
The Outlanders · Glen Proebstel
The Outlanders · Glen Proebstel
TDF Films

The Outlanders · Glen Proebstel

Our newest video series launches today, featuring New York based Australian stylist Glen Proebstel!
Melbourne Mornings · Lucy Feagins
Melbourne Mornings · Lucy Feagins
Melbourne Mornings

Melbourne Mornings · Lucy Feagins

After many requests, and lots of encouragement, this little film offers a glimpse behind the scenes at The Design Files!
Melbourne Mornings · Joost Bakker
Melbourne Mornings · Joost Bakker
Melbourne Mornings

Melbourne Mornings · Joost Bakker

Jess Wootten and Krystina Menegazzo
Jess Wootten and Krystina Menegazzo
Country

Jess Wootten and Krystina Menegazzo

A simple though idyllic country home in Gordon, about an hour west of Melbourne.
Melbourne Mornings

Melbourne Mornings · Juliet Burnett

A morning with ballet dancer Juliet Burnett, senior artist at The Australian Ballet.
Guy Maestri
Guy Maestri
Apartment

Guy Maestri

The Sydney apartment of much respected artist Guy Maestri is a mini museum-like space, filled with collected ephemera and of course, an enviable art collection.
Raph Rashid of Beatbox Kitchen
Raph Rashid of Beatbox Kitchen
Melbourne Mornings

Raph Rashid of Beatbox Kitchen

The second instalment in our 6-part video series, 'Melbourne Mornings', features legendary local foodie Raph Rashid. The force behind Melbourne's food truck scene, Raph is proprietor of Beatbox Kitchen, All Day Donuts and Taco Truck.
Tim Ross and Michelle Glew-Ross
Tim Ross and Michelle Glew-Ross
Homes

Tim Ross and Michelle Glew-Ross

The beautiful 1950's Sydney home of comedian and mid century design enthusiast Tim Ross, his wife Michelle Glew-Ross and their young family.
Melanie Stapleton of Cecilia Fox
Melanie Stapleton of Cecilia Fox
Floristry

Melanie Stapleton of Cecilia Fox

Today we launch 'Melbourne Mornings', a new VIDEO series which follows inspiring local creatives on their various morning routines. First up, a very early start with Brunswick florist Melanie Stapleton!
The Design Files Open House 2014 FILM!
TDF Films

The Design Files Open House 2014 FILM!

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Homes

Greg Irvine

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