Kātoitoi, the Aotearoa Design Archive
We are proud to be included in the 2020 New Zealand design archive. Kātoitoi curates work that reflects and responds to contemporary design practice, emerging trends and the cultural impact of design in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Victorian Premier’s Design Awards Jury
We are very proud that Bren Imboden & Luis Viale will be part of the Victorian Premier’s Design Awards judging panel. They will be judging the Communication Design category.
Queenstown Airport wayfinding
Local design agency, MAKEBARDO, has been named finalist in the Environmental Graphics Category of the New Zealand Best Design Awards, for its work on the Queenstown Airport wayfinding signage system.
Fresh from the Field
This Fresh From The Field features bold packaging and identity design for Walker Brothers kombucha by MAKEBARDO.
Cubelets
The Cubelets Discovery Set is the perfect introduction to the world of Cubelets® robot blocks. Open a box of little robots that will intrigue, fascinate, and inspire builders for hours on end. A unique blend of hardware and software, Cubelets make it easier than ever to explore robotics, coding, and other big ideas.
Dieline Awards 2019
Design Assembly extends our heartfelt congratulations to all the New Zealand winners and finalists for the 2019 Dieline Awards. The benchmark for impeccably designed packaging of consumer products, The Dieline Awards recognise the absolute best from designers and design agencies worldwide.
Asia-Pacific Design Award
MAKEBARDO has been selected in collaborative yearbook Asia-Pacific Design No. 13 as one of the most outstanding representatives of New Zealand. MAKEBARDO has been part of the Editorial Committee.
Waitiri Beer Launch
After years of experimenting and planning we are pleased to announce the launch of Waitiri Lager, the fresh new beer from Cargo Brewery. Available to taste for the first time on Saturday 14th April during our launch event at Cargo Brewery, Gibbston Valley, Queenstown.
Trimarchi Editions & Cynar
Publication of ‘Las ideas no se matan’. Collaboration: Voicot + MAKEBARDO