Australian Good Design Awards 2023
Good Design Awards: D+I Celebrates 14 Award Wins in 2023
The winners of Australia’s peak international design awards were announced on Friday 8 September at the 2023 Australian Good Design Awards in front of more than 1000 guests from the design and architecture community.
Design + Industry (D+I) celebrates winning 14 Awards in this year's program for a range of exciting and diverse products for world-leading organisations and next-generation start-ups. We congratulate our clients and the team on achieving these great outcomes.
The Good Design Awards are the highest honour for design and innovation in the country and reward diverse projects across 11 Design Disciplines covering more than 35 Categories and Subcategories. Each year, the Awards celebrate the best new products and services on the Australian and international market, excellence in architectural design, engineering, fashion, digital and communication design, and reward new and emerging areas of design including design strategy, social impact design, design research and up-and-coming design talent in the next-gen category.
The Australian Good Design Awards is the country’s oldest and most prestigious international awards for design and innovation with a proud history dating back to 1958. The 2023 Awards celebrated 65 Years of Good Design since the founding organisation behind the awards – the Industrial Design Council of Australia (IDCA) was first established.
Good Design Award Winners:
Avatar 2: Dive Mask + Life Support Systems: Best In Class Award + Gold Award (Product Design)
The Avatar Dive Mask is a cutting-edge, full-face diving mask designed for the underwater actors in Avatar 2: Way of the Water. Combining exceptional visibility, advanced communication, and streamlined safety features, this innovative mask caters to the unique demands of professional film production while enhancing the diving experience. This project represents the collaborative efforts of industry leaders, with Wētā Workshop spearheading the Conceptual Design, Design + Industry managing the Design + Build process, alongside Technical Diving Expert John Garvin, for James Cameron's 2022 feature film.
Comment from the Jury: “The Avatar 2: Dive Mask + Life Support Systems makes strides in both the film and diving industry. Through safety and communication features, the mask keeps users safe while aiding in a more efficient underwater filming experience. The technologically-advanced nature of this mask has contributed to the incredible cinematic experience offered by Avatar 2. The Jury commends the design team for developing a world-class piece of equipment that will set the benchmark for design excellence in this category.”
+ Avatar 2: Dive Mask and Life Support Systems (Good Design)
Zeta Surgical - Neurosurgical Navigation System: Gold Award (Product Design)
Zeta is an innovative surgical navigation system designed for neurosurgical interventions. By utilising computer vision, AI, and real-time tracking, it assists neurosurgeons in accurately operating across any surgical setting, increasing safety and efficacy. This rapidly deployable single-cart system caters to medical professionals in high-pressure environments.
Comment from the Jury: “The Zeta Surgical – Neurosurgical Navigation System is a masterclass in exemplary product design and engineering. The modern, sleek aesthetic with its palette of premium materials perfectly fits into any medical environment. Functionally, it supersedes its competition through streamlining neurosurgical navigation, with its small footprint cart design allowing for rapid deployability in areas that are spatially restricted. It also employs cutting-edge technology and innovation through its RealTrack markerless registration technology and computer vision integration which offers real time tracking and advanced simulations. Overall user experience is enhanced through the use of ergonomic articulating arms for the camera, user-friendly touchscreen and tracker. Zeta is a great reminder how well thought-out product design not only benefits the user and patient, but increases brand value and ultimately generates positive economic returns.”
+ Zeta Surgical - Neurosurgical Navigation System (Good Design)
EngineRoom.io HYDRA Liquid Immersion Modules: Gold Award (Product Design)
HYDRA is a revolutionary liquid immersion cooling system for high-performance data centres, designed to reduce energy consumption, footprint + noise. Its purpose is to provide a highly efficient cooling solution that is capable of effectively cooling the next generation of high performance, high power computer processors driving generative AI + Machine Learning.
Comment from the Jury:
“Wow! The design of the Hydra Engine Room is definitely striking. We love the sci-fi aesthetic, which perfectly reflects the future-proof technology held inside. The styling isn’t the only feature that’s cool, as the HYDRA offers significant improvements in cooling performance compared to competitors. A final benefit is that it can be adapted to existing infrastructure and scaled to make way for future growth of the system.”
+ EngineRoom - HYDRA Liquid Immersion Modules (Good Design)
GOKI SmartLock Pro: Gold Award (Product Design)
The Goki SmartLock Pro is an innovative, contactless access solution designed for the
hospitality industry, transforming guest experiences in hotels, hostels, and Airbnbs.
As the latest addition to the Goki family, it streamlines check-in, enhances security,
and drives operational efficiency, seamlessly integrating with other Goki products and
property management tools to revolutionise guest experiences and increase revenue generation
opportunities for operators.
Comment from the Jury:
“The modern design of the GOKI SmartLock PRO is visually pleasing but not intrusive. The term 'less is more' comes to mind when exploring this beautifully intuitive system.”
+ GOKI SmartLock Pro (Good Design)
'bobi' Breathing Companion Device: Gold Award (Product Design)
'bobi', a patented, trademarked creation by psychologist Damien Thomas, teaches optimal breathing habits for improved well-being. Offering tactile stimulation for a calming effect, it targets individuals seeking mental health enhancement, particularly those battling stress, anxiety, and breathing issues. 'bobi' revolutionises wellness through better breathing, positively impacting users’ lives.
Comment from the Jury:
“Bobi offers an innovative means to boost wellbeing throughout the community, focusing on breathwork with a tangible offering. The Jury appreciates the academic backing and its elegant design. Well done. ”
+ 'bobi' Breathing Companion Device (Good Design)
Sea to Summit - Frontier Range: Gold Award (Product Design)
The Frontier Ultralight Series is an innovative, minimalist, and lightweight range of cookware, utensils, and dinnerware designed for outdoor enthusiasts. It offers exceptional performance, packability, and reliability, catering to serious backpacking adventurers who value ingenious solutions for cooking and dining experiences in the great outdoors.
Comment from the Jury:
“The Frontier Ultralight Series presents a tailored and user-friendly range of cookware that addresses a camper’s need for minimal and efficient solutions. It presents a clear dedication to performance and usability.”
+ Sea to Summit: Frontier Range (Good Design)
Sea to Summit - Detour Range: Award Winner (Product Design)
Introducing the Detour Kitchen Collection, a versatile and compact camp kitchen solution designed for vehicle based adventurers. This range combines innovation, durability, and functionality, featuring stainless steel cookware, utensils, and storage essentials that cater to campers’ needs. With the Detour Kitchen Collection, you can ensure efficient and enjoyable mealtimes in the great outdoors.
Comment from the Jury:
“It’s clear that the design team sought to challenge a range of concerns raised by the project’s target market and have innovated to provide a notable solution.”
+ Sea to Summit - Detour Range (Good Design)
Sea to Summit - Passage Range: Award Winner (Product Design)
The Sea to Summit Passage Range is a versatile, eco-friendly kitchenware collection designed for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a perfect balance of weight, durability, and packability. Comprising of BPA-free bowls, plates, cups, and cutlery, this innovative range caters to mid-length adventures in diverse climates + conditions, elevating mealtime experiences in the great outdoors.
Comment from the Jury:
“The Sea to Summit Passage Range offers beautiful, portable and sustainable kitchenware travellers. We expect to see this range featured in many travel Instagram photos — stunning!”
+ Sea to Summit - Passage Range (Good Design)
KUFU Modular Drawer System: Award Winner (Product Design)
The KUFU Drawer System is a versatile, modular vehicle storage solution with Catch-and-Click™ technology, designed for recreation, trades, defence, medical, and fleet industries. Universal mounting platform design is compatible with major vehicles (SUV, tray tops + troop carriers), vessels, and aircraft, this all-weather system offers exceptional strength, usability, and adaptability for a seamless user experience.
Comment from the Jury:
“The contemporary design of the KUFU Drawer System has a must-have vehicle storage solution. A particularly special feature is the Catch-and-Click™ technology. The use of automated interior strip lighting is also very clever.”
+ KUFU Modular Drawer System (Good Design)
Catapult Sports Vector T7: Award Winner (Product Design)
The Vector T7 is an advanced basketball-specific wearable designed for professional athletes and teams. It captures over 1,000 unique performance metrics to enhance training, reduce injury risks, and inform real-time strategic decisions. The T7 offers unprecedented insights into on-court performance, revolutionising the way coaches and teams evaluate + optimise their game.
Comment from the Jury:
“The Vector T7 sets a new standard of data-driven metrics in a sleek, subtle package. From its efficiently charging capabilities to its durable materials, the Vector T7 expertly captures on-court performance metrics at an impressive price point.”
+ Catapult Sports Vector T7 (Good Design)
Glow Dreaming - Glow Sleep Easy: Award Winner (Product Design)
Glow Sleep Easy, is a versatile 5-in-1 sleep aid system for children from infancy to early childhood. Merging LED light therapy, pink noise, a humidifier, aromatherapy + smart app, it delivers personalised sleep solutions backed by science. With its gentle design, Glow Sleep Easy ensures better sleep + a healthier bedtime routine.
Comment from the Jury:
“Glow Dreaming is well designed. It's simple yet peaceful for children. This is a wonderful example of integrated design that will do very well in the market.”
+ Glow Dreaming - Glow Sleep Easy (Good Design)
Milieu Labs - ZoneMate: Award Winner (Product Design)
ZoneMate is an AI-powered HVAC zoning system for residential and commercial spaces that enhances the power of the Milieu Smart Thermostat system. ZoneMate simultaneously manages 8-16 zones to provide personalised comfort, eliminate hot and cold spots, and to reduce energy costs by enhancing HVAC system efficiencies. ZoneMate seamlessly integrates with existing HVAC systems, and leverages AI and machine learning algorithms to optimise personalised comfort and energy use efficiencies.
Comment from the Jury:
“The ZoneMate leverages the use of AI to create an intuitive and well thought-out system for modern homes and businesses. Building on the Award-Winning Mileu Climate Smart Thermostat, the Jury commends the design of this holisitc system that will only improve over time. ”
+ Milieu Labs - ZoneMate (Good Design)
Zip HydroTap Arc Plus & Cube Plus: Award Winner (Product Design)
HydroTap Arc Plus & Cube Plus is the re-design of the Arc & Cube taps that deliver instant filtered boiling, chilled and sparkling water. The new design includes a number of changes that improve the sparkling water delivery experience, addressing key pain points identified in consumer research.
Comment from the Jury:
“An optimised design with a beautiful and sensual form. We commend the design approach that took customer dissatisfaction into account, turning pain-points into innovation inspiration.”
+ Zip HydroTap Arc Plus & Cube Plus (Good Design)
Image credits: Kit Photography
Image credits: Kit Photography
Image credits: Kit Photography
Image credits: Kit Photography
Good Design Australia:
The Australian Good Design Awards recognises design excellence across broad sectors and
industries and covers everything from the design of products we use each and every day, the
services we interact with, the places and spaces we occupy, to the design of the processes and
systems that underpin business, industries and economies right through to projects in the social
innovation space.
The Australian Good Design Awards is the country’s oldest and most prestigious international awards for design and innovation with a proud history dating back to 1958. The 2023 Awards celebrated 65 Years of Good Design since the founding organisation behind the awards – the Industrial Design Council of Australia (IDCA) was first established.
The program celebrates the best in design and architecture across 11 main design disciplines
spanning more than 30 categories. Each year, the Awards celebrate the best new products and services on the Australian and international market, excellence in architectural design, engineering, fashion, digital and communication design, and reward new and emerging areas of design including design strategy, social impact design, design research and up-and-coming design talent in the next-gen category. The 2023 Awards Jury involved more than 70 design experts
from Australia and around the world who evaluated more than 900 submissions.
Good Design Australia
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D+I is a product design and development consultancy with studios based in Melbourne, Sydney and Newcastle. D+I offers an integrated product design, engineering, electronics, and production management service (ISO 13485:2016 Certified) — delivering successful commercial outcomes by creating class-leading products and user experiences for local and global markets. The team at D+I is internationally recognised for design and engineering excellence, validated by having won over 250 local and international industry awards. Over three decades, D+I has established itself as a trusted + proven partner to industry innovators looking to translate ideas + discoveries into commercialised real-world solutions.
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D+I CELEBRATES 14 WINNERS IN GOOD DESIGN AWARDS 2023