ICONIC BATHROOM MANUFACTURER WINS 2014 GOOD DESIGN AWARD? OF THE YEAR

Australian iconic bathroom maker, Caroma, with renowned Industrial Designer Marc Newson has won the 2014 Good Design Award? of the Year for its 22-piece bathroom collection. Dr Brandon Gien, CEO of Good Design Australia said judges felt that the Caroma Marc Newson Bathroom Collection exemplified how the process of design thinking can be applied to a longstanding everyday product to resolve challenges and issues and reach a beautifully designed outcome.

CAROMA MARC NEWSON BATHROOM COLLECTION, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? OF THE YEAR 2014

Judges’ Comments: “This a stunning example of an iconic brand taking design seriously and placing it at the core of their business strategy. The outcome is a beautifully resolved design language across the entire suite of products in this range. The outcomes of this design project will extend the brand value of Caroma and reinforce their commitment to original design and cutting edge innovation in what is a very competitive market segment.”

NET-EFFECT, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Judges’ Comments: “This is a highly resolved product in every regard with an inspirational sustainability story behind it. This project sets a global benchmark in environmentally sustainable, economic and social design practice and is a truly impressive product from a market leader in recycling and reduction of carbon footprint. The innovation here from a sustainability perspective is that the designers have connected recycling to commercial outcomes and the “net-effect’ is a better, more beautiful and sustainable world.”

DYSON COOL FAN AM06, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR DOMESTIC APPLIANCES

Judges’ Comments: “The first Dyson Cool Fan was an incredible innovation and a true breakthrough product. Dyson’s designers and engineers went back to the drawing board and have now taken that to the next level. Shaving 75% off the sound output is sure brilliance and is something that needs to be heard in person. This is incremental innovation with a monumental outcome.”

BACTRACK MOBILE BREATHALYZER, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR CONSUMER ELECTRONICS

Judges’ Comments: “This is a clever little piece of technology that works well. Accuracy, functionality and user interface considerations are paramount in a product such as this and the designers have delivered on all fronts. The product works seamlessly across a Bluetooth interface and is very intuitive to use. This technology offers users an important service that will have a positive impact on reducing the number of drink driving incidents on our roads.”

HEG PEGS, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR HOUSEWARES AND OBJECTS

Judges’ Comments: “A great little product that has been carefully designed to offer additional functionality to the everyday clothes peg. The designers took a nifty idea and resolved it beautifully. The material selection, manufacturing process and ergonomics of this product are perfect. It goes to show that good design can still bring joy to everyday products,”

MINBIE, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR BABIES AND CHILDREN

Judges’ Comments: “This is a very unique design for one of the most challenging of end-users. The Minbie has been carefully crafted with intensive research and testing to ensure the end product is the best it can be. The innovation here is really about how the function of this product follows the form. Every tiny detail on this product has been very purposely designed to be in exactly the right place. This is a breakthrough product.”

FLIP REEL, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR SPORT AND LEISURE

Judges’ Comments: “Great to see innovative design brought into this category and to a product that has essentially remain unchanged since its inception. Fishing is such an Australian pastime and this product has redefined the way in which families can introduce the sport to their children in a safe, functional and fun manner. The practicality of this design is one of its standout features. It has been very elegantly resolved with clever use of materials and manufacturing techniques.”

CITROEN GRAND C4 PICASSO, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR AUTOMOTIVE AND TRANSPORT DESIGN

Judges’ Comments: “Beautifully refined and considered design from every aspect. The designers really understood the target market well and have designed a perfect people mover. The exterior design is stunning and makes this car look less like a people mover and more like a stylish sports utility. From an interior design perspective, the car is uncluttered, offering great visibility and a perfect blend of technology and user centred ergonomics. Clever elements include the removable centre console, fold down trays which are well built and sturdy, adaptable sun visor system and ample interior adjustably and space. This is design intelligence on wheels…”

ICCL PAD, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR COMMERCIAL AND INDUSTRIAL

Judges’ Comments: “An extremely professional design outcome for what is a rugged and hostile environment. There is no room for error with a product of this nature. The technology innovation here has been coupled with professional industrial design, a key to the future success of this product.”

INTELECT NEO, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR MEDICAL AND SCIENTIFIC

Judges’ Comments: “Intelligent and carefully considered design for electrotherapy rehabilitation equipment. The user interface design is extremely competent and simple to use for such a complex product. The designers really understood the end user and the result is a product that will create a class of its own.”

GESTURE CHAIR, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR FURNITURE AND LIGHTING DESIGN

Judges’ Comments: “Our work environment has changed significantly over the years with the introduction of new technologies and tools. This is the first time designers have factored these considerations into the product development process. The outcome is a beautifully resolved and extremely functional office chair.”

PRINCE ALFRED PARK + POOL, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIORS

Judges’ Comments: “Stunningly resolved design and architecture from one of the most highly acclaimed landscape designers in this country. This was a beautiful team effort that involved a trusting client in the City of Sydney and a very talented team of designers, architects, communications designers and landscape architects. Every aspect of this park is so beautifully considered. A short stroll through the area and you can quickly see just how popular this park has become and why this team deserves recognition.”

REVOLUTIONARY HERB AND SPICE SYSTEM FOR BUSY COOKS, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR PACKAGING AND GRAPHICS

Judges’ Comments: “Well presented and carefully considered packaging design with a thorough understanding of the market and the end-user. This would have been a very challenging design brief and the end result is beyond good packaging design, they have designed a new system altogether for fresh herbs, spices and seasoning.”

MAILCHIMP, GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR DIGITAL AND ONLINE DESIGN

Judges’ Comments: “This is a best in class EDM tool with an enormous market appeal. EDM is a critical component of modern marketing and these guys have nailed the design 100%. The brilliance of the design is that it can be integrated across other useful services and mobile devices. This is a beautiful example of human centred design where the technology feels natural and unintimidating.”

GOOD DESIGN AWARD? BEST IN CATEGORY FOR SERVICE DESIGN, COMMUNITY CENTRED INNOVATION CO-DESIGNING FOR DISASTER PREPAREDNESS

Judges’ Comments: “This is a brilliant example of using participatory design techniques as a way to open dialogue, challenge assumptions and pose questions that will help communities prepare for disasters such as bush fires. This project will help raise awareness of how design and design thinking can be used to help solve some very challenging problems in our environment, particularly in Australia where our environment is subject to the impacts of devastating bush fires.”