Design Show Australia Melbourne

Design Show Australia is the premier trade event for interior design, architecture, and design in the country. Since its launch in 2021, it has become a must-attend annual event for professionals across the creative industries. Organized by National Media—an experienced Australian B2B trade show organizer with a strong track record—the event alternates each year between two of the nation’s most modern and centrally located venues: the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and the ICC Sydney in Darling Harbour. These cutting-edge venues in the vibrant cities of Melbourne and Sydney offer the perfect setting for an event that brings together creativity, innovation, and business.

Exclusively open to qualified industry professionals, Design Show Australia welcomes interior designers, architects, developers, builders, retailers, and key decision-makers with a passion for design. Despite its relatively recent debut, it has quickly grown into the largest annual gathering of Australia’s design and architecture community, earning its place as a cornerstone of the national design calendar.

The exhibition presents a carefully curated range of products and services across interior architecture, design, and construction. Visitors can explore the latest innovations in furniture, lighting, flooring, kitchen and bathroom design, surface materials, and interior technologies. A strong focus is placed on sustainability, with themes such as circular design, upcycling, and the use of environmentally friendly materials reflecting the industry’s response to climate change and the growing demand for responsible building practices.

Beyond the exhibition, Design Show Australia is a hub for innovation and creative excellence. It explores contemporary living, digital design (including UX/UI and digital art), traditional craftsmanship, and urban space design—offering attendees a comprehensive market overview and insights into the cultural and technological trends shaping the future of design.

As part of Design & Build Week, the event also includes the ArchiBuild Expo, which focuses on building materials and systems, and the Kitchen+Bath Show, dedicated to solutions for kitchens, bathrooms, and residential living. Standout features include the Workspace Zone, which envisions the future of workplace design; the Textile Village, showcasing innovative textile applications; and Australia’s Next Top Designers, a spotlight on emerging creative talent.

Backed by leading industry organizations such as the Australian Institute of Architects and the Design Institute of Australia, Design Show Australia plays a vital role in driving the creative sector forward. It stands as a dynamic platform for showcasing the country’s design potential—an essential event for those who not only appreciate design, but actively shape its future.

The Design Show Australia will take place on 3 days from Thursday, 12. June to Saturday, 14. June 2025 in Melbourne.