Victoria University of Wellington’s Visual Narrative Lab
To support growing interest in visual storytelling Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington has introduced the Visual Narrative Lab, a creative initiative that explores visual storytelling across various media.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
Fresh From The Field: Rolling Meadow — By Onfire Design
Onfire Design rolls more cheese into shopping trolleys with a new straight-talking identity that has a big heart, energy, relentless positivity.
2 years ago by Onfire Design
2025 Hot New Things: Lili Davies, Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington
Aotearoa can be a very accepting country for LGBTQ+ individuals, especially regarding laws. However, after a few conversations with my queer friends and flatmates, I realised we all shared a common experience. With ABJECT, I wanted to start a conversation about how we can be more aware of our comments and actions.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
Fresh From The Field: Hamilton Zoo — By Black Sheep Creative
Web design experts Black Sheep Creative have designed and delivered a new website with that packs a punch for Hamilton’s world-class Zoo and Nature Precinct Te Kaaroro.
2 years ago by Black Sheep Creative
2025 Hot New Things: George Ballard, Whitecliffe College
George Ballard, Whitecliffe College graduate, has designed “No More Noodles” to enable everyone to pursue the joy of cooking with the resources they have.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Jade Little, Victoria University of Wellington
I wanted to design products that showcased my roots in painting, and my passion for using my design practice to help animals.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Joey Charles, Ara Institute of Canterbury
Today we speak with Joey Charles who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design (Visual Communications) from Ara Institute of Canterbury.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Olivia Owen, Te Herenga Waka–Victoria University of Wellington
Olivia Owen is a natural extrovert with a love for all things communication. She recently graduated from Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington and told us all about her experience
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Zoe Ford Whitecliffe College
Today we speak with Zoe Ford who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design and Digital Marketing from Whitecliffe College.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
Fresh From The Field: Ātea Nuku Paihia — By Method
Take a journey through time and space with Ātea Nuku Paihia, an innovative and engaging way to discover and experience the rich heritage of Paihia.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Mia Gilmore, Ara Institute of Canterbury
A to NZ is an original book by Mia Gilmore about the typography of Aotearoa New Zealand. It reveals the stories and ideas from the past and explores what could be in the future.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Nara Won, Media Design School
Nara Won, recent MDS grad, takes a subject that causes discomfort and disinterest—moths—and explores how interactivity and illustration can be used to create an engaging learning resource.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Issie Cassidy, Whitecliffe
What appealed to me most about the programme was the array of digital skills that they taught which would help me to be a versatile designer, prepared to enter the workforce.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Emma Jackson, Otago Polytechnic
Emma Jackson was lucky enough to be offered an internship with Christchurch startup oVRcome, who make accessible VR exposure therapy (cool right?!?).
2 years ago by Design Assembly
Fresh From The Field: Together For Te Tiriti — By Extended Whānau
Together For Te Tiriti adds to the Toitū Te Tiriti movement and conversation in the hopes that our collective efforts paint the picture of the future we want to live in and the future we want our kids and their kids to live in.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Kit Erwin, Media Design School
Kit Erwin has long been creatively inspired by the symbolism, imagery and storytelling of tarot cards. Read about the deck Kit designed by combing the imagery of the Major Arcana cards with interactivity in the form of augmented reality.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Sam Wixon, Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington
Today we speak with Sam Wixon who recently graduated with a Bachelor of Design Innovation, major in Design for Social Innovation from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Nicole Paulin, ARA Institute of Canterbury
Kaon Ta! is a Filipino cuisine board game to inspire young Pinoy children living in Aotearoa New Zealand, to embrace their first culture and bond with their peers through the celebration of Filipino meals!
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Ruby Bird, AUT Art and Design
Ruby Bird, recent graduate from AUT documents the connection between creating and uncertainty through analogue typography.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
Fresh From The Field: Bowie—By Studio South
Studio South pump up the volume in the first Fresh from the Field article for 2025. Rip into the sharp new case study about a skincare brand built around transformation.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Benjamin Walsham, Media Design School
“Manifesto” is an interactive, empathy-led campaign designed to capture the emotional landscape of tertiary students across Aotearoa.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Frankie Robertson, Otago Polytechnic
Today we speak with Frankie Robertson who recently graduated her studies in Communication Design from Otago Polytechnic. Find out more about undergraduate and postgraduate study options in art and design by visiting […]
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Dylan Lloyd, Otago Polytechnic
Working with the Southland Stags NPC team was an exciting opportunity to create a brand and identity that revitalized the organization, addressing gaps from previous seasons.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Bradley Jones, Whitecliffe College
Nothing is ever certain, but I’m excited about where it could take me in the future. Ultimately my aspiration is to be the best designer I can be, always learning, always curious, and always finding new ways to solve real-world problems and empower others through design.
2 years ago by Design Assembly
2025 Hot New Things: Jacky Lin, Media Design School
Today we speak with Jacky Lin who recently graduated from the Bachelors of Media Design at Media Design School (MDS).
2 years ago by Design Assembly
