SEMINAR 04 22 September 2010
DAVID O'TOOLE – Universal Design, who really cares?
Concepts of inclusion for people with disability n the design process – do we get an outcome that both the designers and users actually like?
David has been the Chief Executive Officer at Kyabra Community Association Inc for the past 12 years. He has been involved in the development of organisational structure and practice that is congruent with both community development and strengths based approaches.
David worked early in his career as a community development worker before applying the same principles and beliefs to his role as manager of a number of human service organisations and services.
David has embraced the challenge of seeking ways of giving life to values of respect and justice in organisational life and practices. David is particularly interested in applying principles of inclusion into design both in internal and external environments.
Qualifications: B.Soc.Wk UQ; Grad. Cert. Management QUT
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PAUL MORRIS – Design in the making – Manufacturing the Blue print.
Translating the bespoke into mass production – a symbiosis between design and manufacture.
Degree and post graduate studies in Metallurgy. Marine Archeology and later, training in antique conservation, may seem far removed from a flourishing furniture design practice. However Paul Morris' designs continue to be informed by the skills he developed in these fields.
As a recent Australian Design Awards recipient and producer for 25 years, Paul's products are recognized for their refined aesthetic and functionality.
His company join is commercially represented in all capital cities. The Join brand has experienced steady growth with iconic, serially produced furniture and exquisite bespoke pieces which are featured in specialized projects throughout Australia.
Issues of sustainability and the integrity of Australia's design and manufacturing culture have underpinned the philosophy of his practice.
Paul also consults to facilitates specialized furniture and fit out design briefs on Architectural and Interior Design projects.
Much of his time is taken up with developing client and manufacturing networks whilst devising strategies linked to marketing and distribution models.
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