Question 1: What are your passions for design and making, and why?
Design and making are a form of therapy for me. I’m happiest when working with my hands, experimenting, problem solving, and turning ideas into physical form. I love learning by doing, discovering through trial and error, and the satisfaction of creating something tangible.
Growing up with second hand and retro pieces I developed a love of the character and history of objects. I see beauty in what others might overlook and am passionate about saving, restoring, and reimagining furniture to keep it out of landfill. Using reclaimed materials to give objects new life is deeply fulfilling.
My background in fashion design and production taught me precision and craftsmanship. My favourite role as a garment sample cutter at Scanlan Theodore strengthened my appreciation for materials and making, which I now build on through my current studies in Cabinetry and Timber Technology at Holmesglen TAFE.
I’m inspired by nature, art, architecture, and music, specifically the work of Studio AHEAD, Melbourne interior architect Dion Hall, mid century American painter Milton Avery, Midcentury Modern design and 20th century Bauhaus movement.
Question 2: How will Furniture Design at RMIT assist you to achieve your vision?
The Associate Degree in Furniture Design at RMIT would be the bridge between my practical skills and the creative direction I want to take. I’m excited by the chance to experiment, explore materials, and refine ideas with guidance from experienced designers.
RMIT’s hands on and project based approach suits how I work: learning by doing and discovering through making. The school’s emphasis on sustainability and craftsmanship aligns with my passion for reuse and restoration.
I’m particularly drawn to opportunities to participate in design competitions, global trade exhibitions, and study abroad programs. Experience that would expand my skill set and connection to the wider design community.
Studying at RMIT feels like the right place for me to develop my own artist language and design process, bring together my love of making, my interest in materiality, and my desire to create pieces that feel both contemporary and grounded in nostalgia.