Fresh From The Field: Cycle Wayfinding – By Maynard

Designed to make cycling simpler, safer, and more intuitive, Maynard’s latest wayfinding system for Auckland Transport helps connect people with the city. The brief As transport priorities evolve to meet […]

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Assisterhood Announces New Sponsors and Largest Mentorship Cohort to Date – By Assisterhood

What began as five mentorship pairs in 2018 has grown into a global community. This year, Assisterhood proudly welcomes new sponsors and a record 98 mentor and mentee partnerships. Following […]

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From the Edges — Care67 – By Alvaro Franco Obregon Guerra

In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new […]

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Fresh From The Field: photoED Logo Update – By Tanker Creative

Sometimes the smallest changes make the biggest difference. Tanker Creative’s refresh of photoED builds on a familiar foundation while creating a stronger, more contemporary identity. The brief photoED is a […]

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Five Minutes with Liz Archer-Fisher

Members of Design Assembly make up a network of creatives working together to build a thriving design scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our ‘Five Minutes With..’ series profiles the breadth […]

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Five Minutes with… Carol Mackay

Members of Design Assembly make up a network of creatives working together to build a thriving design scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our ‘Five Minutes’ series profiles the breadth and depth of […]

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Type Here 3: An Aotearoa Poster Competition x Kaan Hiini – By Type Here

Type Here is back for 2026. This year’s theme and campaign is a collaboration with Kaan Hiini, overall winner of the first Type Here. Type Here is an Aotearoa poster […]

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From the Edges — Play Nice, Connect Queerly: Bridging Queer Generations – By Marvie Segismundo

In this article, we talk with Marvie Segismundo about Play Nice, Connect Queerly: Bridging Queer Generations, a Master of Design project from Media Design School at Strayer exploring how play, […]

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Studio Space Available in Eden Terrace

An opportunity has become available within our creative community, and we’d love to help spread the word. Mind & Matter has studio space available for one or two people to […]

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Five Minutes with…. Greg Branson

Members of Design Assembly make up a network of creatives working together to build a thriving design scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our ‘Five Minutes’ series profiles the breadth and […]

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Fresh From The Field: Ingham’s Buttermilk Fixx – By Onfire Design

Things got a little crunchy when Onfire Design turned up the heat for Ingham’s latest fakeaway contender. The brief Ingham’s is a well-established retail brand, bringing quality chicken products to […]

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From the Edges — Bridging the Gap: Increasing Girls’ Interest in Technology Through Immersive Experiences – By Poornima Meegammana

In this article, we talk with Poornima Meegammana about Bridging the Gap, a designed XR learning project exploring how immersive technology can help girls build confidence, curiosity, and a stronger […]

3 weeks ago by

Through the Lens

Each month, we explore a new theme through imagery in partnership with Truestock, looking at how stock can support storytelling in ways that feel authentic, grounded, and relevant to life […]

4 weeks ago by

From the Edges — Hā — Movement as Ritual Repair – By Linlin Chen

In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new […]

1 month ago by

From the Edges — Woven Silence – By Qianying Li from Auckland University of Technology, AUT

In our ‘From The Edges’ series we feature Aotearoa NZ Academic Design Projects. Our practice as designers can be seen to be explored, pushed and perhaps become something entirely new […]

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Sign & Print Expo: Nick Kapica on Wayfinding, Urban Experience and Human-Centred Design

Ahead of Sign & Print Expo 2026 on 17 June, we sat down with Nick Kapica to chat about wayfinding, typography, public spaces, and the subtle design decisions that help […]

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Press Release: The Lifecycle Of An Idea – By Auckland University of Technology, split/fountain, Contiguous

THE LIFECYCLE OF AN IDEA: EXPRESSION OF INTEREST How is AI changing the way ideas emerge, evolve, and circulate? The Life Cycle of an Idea (Under AI) is an ethics-approved […]

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Love Design? We’d Love to Welcome You Back to The Club!

If you’ve been part of the Design Assembly community before, there’s a good chance you still think of yourself as a member. And honestly, we still think of you as […]

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2026 Press Release: Te Tuhi May Exhibitions 22 May 2026

Te Tuhi presents six new exhibitions by artists from Aotearoa and abroad. As individual presentations, the exhibitions navigate the discrete emotions lingering around longing or revisit the past to radically […]

2 months ago by

Fresh From The Field: Modular Cycle Parking – By Maynard

Maynard brings visibility, sustainability, and smart urban thinking together in this cycle parking system designed for the future of Auckland transport. The brief In support of Auckland Transport’s intention to […]

2 months ago by

Through the Lens

Each month, we explore a new theme through imagery in partnership with Truestock, looking at how stock can support storytelling in ways that feel authentic, grounded, and relevant to life […]

2 months ago by

Fresh From The Field: Hamilton Hotel – By Daymark

Daymark breathes new life into the Hamilton Hotel, balancing heritage, humour, and contemporary hospitality in a brand built for a new generation. The brief We were tasked with repositioning one […]

2 months ago by

Five Minutes with Chris Brunner

Members of Design Assembly make up a network of Friends working together to build a thriving design scene in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our ‘Five Minutes’ series profiles the breadth and […]

2 months ago by

Last Chance to Enter the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards

The final extended deadline for the 2026 Australian Good Design Awards will close this Friday 8 May. Discover why recognition matters and how to put your best work forward. With […]

2 months ago by

Fresh From The Field: Knead, Hot Cross Bun Packaging – By PERKS

Fresh from the oven and ready to carry home, PERKS creates a characteristic, and butter smooth packaging moment for Knead’s hot cross buns. The brief Knead is a much-loved neighbourhood […]

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