Overview
The Design Conference is an event for creatives. We discuss more than the future of design — but what design means in the hearts and minds of the worlds favourite creative leaders. By being transparent and vulnerable, we engineer an experience which is designed to move, motivate, educate and connect.
Keynotes
From critically acclaimed strategists to the worlds most outrageous commercial artists, The Design Conference is curated to not only entertain but more specifically to surprise. In one way or another, our Keynotes will leave you feeling confronted in the most beautiful way.
Prue Jones — Fjord
The Design Conference
May 9 — 11 2018
Dean Poole — Alt Group
The Design Conference
May 9 — 11 2018
Breakouts
Your opportunity to delve deep has arrived. Our Breakouts provide a fun and exciting way to connect with, and learn from your favourite TDC delegate. By the end, you will feel a renewed energy to learn and grow in more ways than you ever imagined. #lifegoals
† Denotes Both TDC & TDC Futures
Chris Doyle: Creative Director
Christopher Doyle & Co.
“The Design Conference is a blur of inspiration, connection and awe. It's rare to be surrounded by so many talented, energetic and generous people in one place and at one time. And to have access to so many forms of creativity. I came away exhausted and amazed.”
Nights
Even though The Design Conference is an adventure in itself, those who venture into the night will experience a greater level of curated art, music and culture. We've scheduled your sleep in, the rest is up to you.
Launch Party (Public)
The Triffid
Wednesday May 29
5:50pm — 9:00pm
Meet & Greet (Premium)
Josephmark
Friday May 31
9:00pm — 12:00am
Official After Party — Featuring K.I.M (The Presets)
Brisbane Powerhouse
Saturday June 1
8:00pm — 12:00am
Connect Events
Free for 2019 attendees, this seasonal series is designed to connect you with like-minded creatives with experiences that celebrate world-class design philosophy.
Highlight Video
TDC Connect No. 1
Mar 28 2018
2019 Hosts
The Design Conference is hosted by some of Australia's favourite creatives. Expect nothing less than love and energy from our team.
Love & Thanks
The Design Conference is an experience anchored by the world's greatest companies. We want to thank them for their continued support in 2019.
Official Sponsors
Industry Sponsors
Supporters
