Temple & Webster is a strong supporter of Australian designers, frequently promoting homegrown talent on Temple & Webster and selling the products of a number of local designers in their daily sales events.
Karen McCartney, Temple & Webster’s Editorial Director, commented on the value of the Emerging Designer Award; “It creates the opportunity for emerging designers to showcase their work to industry, peers and the public, while providing the commercial step-up that a leading online homewares destination like Temple & Webster can provide”.
Adam McWhinney, co-founder of Temple & Webster, says, “Since launching Temple & Webster a little over a year ago, our vision included showcasing the work of up and coming talent to a large, appreciative audience. It’s a wonderful thing to see it all coming together so beautifully”.
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Public voting will decide the final shortlist of three designers. The winner will be determined by Inside Out Editor Claire Bradley, Dinosaur Designs Designer & Co-Founder Louise Olsen, and Temple & Webster Editorial Director Karen McCartney on Australia Day 2013. The winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize from Temple & Webster and a full page of editorial coverage in Inside Out magazine, as well as other high-profile editorial and promotional coverage throughout the competition to help the Emerging Designer further their career.
Each of the shortlisted designers will be profiled on Temple & Webster & Homelife.com.au over the coming month before public voting opens in January 2013, with four designers profiled so far:
Temple & Webster is thrilled to be supporting local design talent, and anticipates the Emerging Designer Award becoming an annual event.
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