When architects and artists collaborate

We are super excited to be the architecture partner in Craft ACT’s inaugural CO:LAB. CO:LAB is a professional development program that will sponsor selected designers to develop new lighting designs for an upcoming Light House home.

The selected artists are ceramicist Cathy Franzi and metal-workers Alison Jackson and Dan Lorrimer. They will work closely with our architects and clients to develop an understanding of the residential architecture design process, and learn about design collaboration in a real-life application.

CO:LAB encourages cross-disciplinary collaborations with architecture, craft and design, and supports creative industries. The program includes an exhibition, mentoring, sustainability advice, professional photography and an artist fee, and we were overwhelmed by the number of outstanding artists who wanted to be part of this exciting new professional development opportunity.

Rachael Coghlan, CEO + Artistic Director, Craft ACT

You can read more about Craft ACT’s CO:LAB initiative here.