On Friday 3 May, the third instalment of South Australian Design Collective came together courtesy of local suppliers Curated by Tom in partnership with Tongue & Groove, Tumbled and Lo & Co.

The event, spearheaded by the three companies, reflects their passion for building a vibrant community within the tight-knit South Australian design industry.

Held at an emerging local gin distillery in Sturt, Blend Etiquette, the gathering marked a significant milestone for the collective brands, attracting over 100 attendees. It aimed to foster collaboration and support among local creatives and provide a relaxed environment for networking.

Curated By Tom launches at South Australian Design Collective

The event also celebrated the launch of Curated By Tom, a new local enterprise set to become the exclusive reseller of Tongue & Groove products in South Australia. 

Curated By Tom is dedicated to enhancing local access to leading design brands, many of which have been traditionally concentrated on the east coast. This initiative aims to enrich the local design landscape by sourcing and introducing brands specifically requested by South Australian designers.

“Seeing such a strong turnout and enthusiastic participation from our community really underscores the talent and dedication within the South Australian design industry,” says Curated By Tom founder Tom Anderson. 

“Our goal is to ensure our designers have the support and resources they need to thrive, and we are excited to play a role in that by bringing more top-tier brands into our market.”

For more information about upcoming events and initiatives, contact tom@curatedbytom.com.au

Photography by Jordan Brigante.

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