Designing with purpose

Perth Design Week is about designing with purpose. We cast a spotlight on people creating with intention, ensuring that design serves a deeper purpose beyond aesthetics. Design is a process. It’s about making choices that positively impact the world, whether through sustainability, social justice, or cultural significance.

Presented by Perth Design Week, supported by King Living

Details

Thursday, 26 March 2026
Doors open from 5.30pm
Panel conversation from 6.00pm-7.30pm
The Liberty Theatre, Hay Street Mall, Perth

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Chris Cooke, Renae Tapley, Matthew Delroy Carr, Joni Sercombe, Matthew McGivern, and Paula Rogers.

The Conversation

Join us for a conversation about the importance of understanding the impact of design and striving for good design that aligns with meaningful goals.

Moderated by Paula Rogers, former CEO of the Committee for Perth, and recently appointed to Chair the QEII Precinct Leadership Group for the WA Government, with:

Chris Cooke, Head of Design at King Living

Joni Sercombe, social sector innovator and systems thinker

Matthew McGivern, a graduate architect making a significant impact

Matthew Delroy Carr, registered architect and principal of MDC Architects

Renae Tapley, Founder of Future Materials and Perth Studio Director at Foolscap Studio