Design Outlook 2025

July 3 — Sofitel Melbourne

DO25

July 3 • In person, Sofitel Melbourne

Back by popular demand and as a reimagined format, DO25 invites 350 of Australia’s brightest minds for a day dedicated to celebrating, supporting, and advancing design.

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A reimagined format

Experience the reimagined DO25—a single-day event uniting presentations, workshops, and roundtables under one roof for a dynamic and immersive design gathering.

Action-packed agenda

Dive into a curated day of learning and collaboration with a mix of inspiring presentations, hands-on workshops, engaging masterclasses, and thought-provoking roundtable discussions led by design and industry experts.

Connect and celebrate

Wrap up the day with meaningful connections at the networking sessions, followed by an unforgettable afterparty to celebrate design, creativity, and community.

Plus

All-day catering

Auslan interpreters

Closed captions

Networking

Sustainable conference

Freebies

Afterparty

Roundtables

Event partners

Emerging tech, shifting expectations

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As AI reshapes industries, businesses demand more from design, and creativity meets scale, the role of design is being redefined. Design Outlook 2025 is where Australia’s design community comes together to push the boundaries of what’s possible.

DO25 is an experience designed for action. Through cutting-edge presentations, hands-on workshops, and bold discussions, we’ll explore what's next for design.

We’ll explore:

Designing responsibly in an AI-driven world
Keeping innovation alive in structured design systems
Making sharper, faster decisions in a changing landscape

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Event format

Dynamic presentations and deep, focused conversation to provoke new ideas and leave lasting impressions.

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Inspiring presentations

Dive into transformative presentations that challenge the status quo and ignite powerful discussions. Our presentation sessions are designed to not just explore ideas but to catalyse actionable solutions.

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Engaged networking

Build meaningful connections over sustainable meals, drinks, and immersive experiences. Our networking sessions foster collaboration and leave you inspired.

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Social wrap-up

Unwind with drinks, canapes, and conversations that extend the day’s discussions in a more relaxed setting, offering space for continued inspiration and lasting connections.

Tickets

We pride ourselves on the value for money we offer for our tickets at each of our events, and Accessibility and Inclusion is no exception.

A helping hand

$1+

Tickets at a price that you name, no questions asked. Limited availability.

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Super Earlybird

$495

On sale until April 11 or sold out.

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Earlybird

$595

On sale until May 30 or sold out.

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General Admission

$695

On sale until sold out - make sure you check our partners page for discounts and offers.

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Location and accessibility

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This event will be held on the 3rd floor of Sofitel Hotel at 35 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC 3000. It’s a 7 minute walk from Flinders Street Station.

When you arrive on the ground floor, the receptionists can direct you to the event space. The floor is accessible by both escalator and elevator.

For interstate or international guests, the hotel offers wheelchair-accessible rooms, and their expert staff can assist with any specific needs.