K5 at MDW24
This Melbourne Design Week 2024, we are excited to announce our participation with the launch of the Grounds Collection featuring textiles and rugs.
Join us at our partner events as we explore materiality with featured products in the Material Matters 02 exhibition, followed by our sustainability lead, Suzette Jackson, in a panel discussion on bio-based and upcycled materials. Bates Smart celebrates the completion of the Embassy of Australia, Washington DC, with a special exhibit in the gallery space where you can find our Boyd Collection as specified for the U.S.A. embassy project on display. We look forward to seeing you at each of our events.
K5 Hosts
Modern Legacy: The Launch of the Grounds Collection
The Exhibition
Experience the Grounds Collection and celebrate the legacy of one of Australia’s most influential modernist architects, Sir Roy Grounds.
The exhibition features work from special guest Emma Jackson with her series ‘Island Rugs’ on display. This collection consists of limited edition hand-knotted rugs that represent Australian islands with a unique volcanic story.
The exhibition opens Thursday, May 23 to Friday, May 31
OPEN HOURS
Thursday May 23 | Opening day 12 PM
Mon – Fri 10am – 4pm
Saturday 11am – 3pm
Launch of the Grounds Collection
We invite you to an exclusive evening celebrating the debut of the Grounds Collection. Immerse yourself in the bold lines and distinctive craft of the modernist movement. Capturing the spirit of the Australian landscape, explore the fusion of rich iconic design and contemporary art.
Wednesday May 29th, 5:30 PM
K5 Furniture
Join us in a discussion on Sir Roy Grounds’ work and legacy, with Emma Jackson (artist, architect, and modernist enthusiast), Tony Lee (architect and researcher), and Erna Walsh (K5 Furniture). Moderated by design writer Aleesha Callahan.
RSVP Required
Featured Events
Celebrating the Embassy of Australia, Washington D.C
Photograph: Joe Flecter
Bates Smart is proud to celebrate glimpses of the architecture, art and interior design of the new Embassy of Australia in Washington D.C. in the Bates Smart Gallery.
The design for the Embassy of Australia draws inspiration from the Australian landscape and has been crafted with sustainable materials, while embodying a future-forward aesthetic and informality. By celebrating artists and makers from across Australia and how their works relate to the embassy, this exhibition reflects on the prospect of an evolving national design identity.
Where: Bates Smart Gallery, 1 Nicholson Street East Melbourne (entry via Albert Street)
When: Week 1: 23 May – 25 May 11:00am - 3:00pm
Week 2: 30 May – 01 June 11:00am - 3:00pm
Material Matters 02
The Exhibition
Material Matters 02 examines the development and application of sustainable materials. This exhibition provides an overview of materials at various stages of innovation, from conceptual ideas to solutions that are ready for commercial use.
We are thrilled to participate with a selection of our products utilising bio based and upcycled product materials, from Nordgröna, Zanat, Nikari and ecoBirdy.
“We design and curate furniture for longevity, made with renewable materials and repairable, - in this way we lower the environmental impact, and maximise material use.”
- Suzette Jackson, K5 Sustainability Lead.
Emerging Materials Talk
May 31st, 6.15 PM - 7.15 PM, doors open 5.30 PM
Join us for a robust discussion on emerging biobased and upcycled materials, With KFive Furniture sustainability lead, alongside Breathe Architecture, Upparel and Communications Collective.
Living in harmony with nature is essential to who we are and what we do. This panel discussion explores emerging bio-based materials, availability and their benefits including those that are regenerative, compostable, reused, recycled and upcycled.