Category Archives: Design

Outside the State Library

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The front lawns and steps of the State Library offer a beautiful landscape, especially on a sunshine filled day! It is a wonderful place to sit or lie down on the grass, a great spot for photo snapping, watch the world go by, get entertained by the occasional musician and more often than not, there is an outdoor activity taking place there. Its an amazing resting place right in the hustle bustle of the city. .a favorite hang out for many students and visitors to Melbourne! Check out the many sculptures and statues in front of the Library. This is my favorite ( and for the more skillful skateboarders, I am sure they enjoy this particular challenge ).

Markit @ Fed Square

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About Markit
Markit@FedSquare is held twice per year in May and November at Federation Square. Markit is a curated shopping event featuring illustrative and decorative design products with limited edition pieces ranging from fashion to jewellery, prints, stationery, ceramics and homewares. Created by designers as a unique retail platform for independent Australian design,Markit@FedSquare provides an opportunity for the public to meet the designers and talk with them about their products. To buy or simply to admire, this is an event not to be missed.

Kathleen Syme Library, Carlton

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Exciting new library & community hub opening on July 4, 2015 on Faraday St, Carlton.  Great to have yet another city library right in the Melbourne Uni and Lygon St cafe precinct.

This 139 year old building has undergone a $15 million restoration and maintains its stunning Victorian-era facade.  Formerly a state school,  it opens its doors as the Kathleen Syme Library and Community Centre. 

Free activities ( and coffee of course) on its opening day on 4/7/2015.