CONNECTED BY DESIGN
Join us for 159Design 2026, a gathering of designers, architects and industry partners brought together by a shared commitment to thoughtful design.
Great design doesn’t happen in isolation. It is shaped through relationships, collaboration, shared knowledge, and the connection between people, materials, technology, and place.
Across a series of conversations, presentations and experiences, the afternoon is designed as a forum for exchange, offering diverse perspectives, shared experiences and opportunities to engage with the people behind the work.
Visitors can also create their own bespoke rug and go in the draw to win a $2,500 NZD Elegant Textures bespoke rug credit toward their custom design or a future project.
Discover the journey of a handcrafted rug, from raw natural fibres to the finished piece. Explore and compare New Zealand wool, Tencel, sisal, yarns, woven samples, finished rugs, and a range of binding options including cotton, linen, jute, and leather. Gain insight into the craftsmanship behind each design while experiencing the textures, colours, and finishes firsthand.
