Public art has the power to transform spaces by enhancing liveability and fostering connection through reflecting shared values and beliefs. This panel discussion with industry leaders delves into the process of integrating public art into our cities.

Aligned with Melbourne Design Week’s 2025 theme, ‘Design the World You Want’, this conversation covers how public art is integrated into buildings and public spaces, and what is involved from the viewpoints of the artist, curator, architect and design team.

Panel Speakers:

• Elizabeth Lewis, Division Manager – Public Art, Tilt Industrial Design
• Meagan Streader, public artist
• Celia Dottore, Creative Projects Manager, Craft Victoria
• Kah-Fai Lee, Principal, Wardle

Moderator:

• Matt Cox, Senior Curator & Artist Liaison, Tilt Industrial Design

Learning Outcomes:

• Discover how industrial design can realise public art outcomes while preserving artistic intent.
• Highlight how early engagement and collaborative processes can enhance artistic concepts into meaningful public art.
• Learn from successful case studies where curators, artists, and design teams have collaborated to create public art that resonates with local culture and history.

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