Design Talks @ NoVacancy

 

Created for those who lead or contribute to the style and design of their properties, the program brings together the most influential and innovative voices in the industry ready to share their vision, thought process, case studies and approaches to astounding hospitality design.

Design Talks unites leading architects, designers and project visionaries to explore the future of hospitality and commercial interiors. Featuring keynotes, panels and deep dives into sustainability, smart design and innovation, this is your must-attend summit for cutting-edge design thinking and connections. 

 

REGISTER NOW

VIEW THE AGENDA

Design Talks, Wednesday 17 September 2025

Tracey Wiles
Design Talks
09:30

Regenerating our cities through hospitality

Tracey Wiles, Principal and Regional Interior Design Leader, Woods Bagot
Panel discussion
Design Talks
09:55

The design of storytelling: Weaving history into modern hospitality

Moderator: Julie Ockerby, Director, Client Relationships & Strategy, WMK Architecture
Tracey Wiles, Principal and Regional Interior Design Leader, Woods Bagot
Angela Biddle, Principal, FK Architects
Marie Colangelo, Project Director, Repositioning Projects, Salter Brothers
Panel discussion
Design Talks
10:40

Conscious conversation: How to design luxe spaces with better product choices

Greg Natale, Greg Natale
Tyann Scott, Global Sales & Business Development Manager, Global GreenTag International
Panel discussion
Design Talks
11:05

How to make daggy cool

Moderator: Juliet Ashworth, Creative Director, CHADA
Caspar Tresidder, Owner Operator, The Hillcrest Motel Pty Ltd
Rob Bartlett, Finance & Operations Executive, Bar Group
Kirsty Ludbrook, Creative Director, Branding, Ludbrook Agency
Larissa Fuller, Project Design and Delivery Manager, Drifter
Design Talks
11:55

Our Story - From demolition to destination: Preserving vs. building new

Monique Luchterhand, Creative Director, The Cheshire Cat Motel
Matty Roberts, Executive Director, The Holidayist Group
Rachel Luchetti
Design Talks
12:40

Manly Pacific's F&B transformation: Designing hotel spaces that generate revenue beyond rooms

Rachel Luchetti, Principal, Luchetti Krelle
round tables
Design Talks

Ask me anything: Roundtables with design experts

Panel discussion
Design Talks
14:15

Regenerative tourism: Designing hotels that give back to nature

Michael Lamprell, Co-Founder and CEO, CABN
Julie Ockerby, Director, Client Relationships & Strategy, WMK Architecture
Panel discussion
Design Talks
14:40

Turning guest wellbeing into brand value

Moderator: Kirsty Ludbrook, Creative Director, Branding, Ludbrook Agency
Alicia Lynch, Director, Interior Design & Design Management, Marriott International
Juliet Ashworth, Creative Director, CHADA
Kris Abbey, Founder and Managing Director, Spa and Wellness
Panel discussion
Design Talks
15:30

The Sundays resort: Designing for today's traveller

Moderator: Chris Stevens, Principal, CTRL Space
Carrie Williams, Interior Designer, Hamilton Island Ltd.
Syed Raza, General Manager, The Sundays, Hamilton Island Ltd.
Courtney Barry, Director of Marketing, Hamilton Island Ltd.
Design Talks
16:30

From afterthought to anchor: How 437 artworks shaped The Mondrian Gold Coast

Roz De Waal Mckenzie, Director, Markian
Christopher de Waal Mckenzie, Director, Markian
last published: 15/Sep/25 12:25
BOOK NOW

Design Talks, Thursday 18 September 2025

Panel discussion
Design Talks
09:30

Biophilic luxury: How 1 Hotel Melbourne’s green design drives revenue and community

Moderator: Laura Hamilton O’Hara, CEO, Living Future Institute Of Australia
Falk Peuser, Principal, FK Architects
Claire Martin, Associate Director, OCULUS
Samson Tiew, Director, ODO - One Design Office
Panel discussion
Design Talks
10:20

Bringing the X-Factor to your property

Moderator: Ozge Fettahlioglu, Managing Director, Cocoplum Design Studio & Boxareno Modular Constructions
Jane Langof, Feng Shui Master, Feng Shui Concepts
Belinda Cendron, Interior Stylist, Sourceress Interiors & Styling
Anna Verghese, Founding Director, Cerulean
Deborah De Jong
Design Talks
11:10

CPD session: Designing for restoration and ‘No Vacancy’ rooms

Deborah De Jong, Designer, Deborah de Jong Designs
Panel discussion
Design Talks
12:00

The science of design: The hidden ways in which architecture shapes human behaviour, success, health and wellbeing

Moderator: Callie van der Merwe, Director, COOOP.co
Laura Hamilton O’Hara, CEO, Living Future Institute Of Australia
Jan Golembiewski, Director, Psychological Design
Georgina Blix, Director, Blix Architecture
Panel discussion
Design Talks

Beyond the menu: Making F&B a destination

Moderator: Julie Ockerby, Director, Client Relationships & Strategy, WMK Architecture
Rachel Luchetti, Principal, Luchetti Krelle
Alison Hulm, Director Development Australasia & Pacific, Langham Hospitality Group
Dale Lawrence, General Manager, Cre8tive Hotels & Lifestyle
Panel discussion
Design Talks
13:30

The EVE's global-local formula

Moderator: Emma Soutter, Regional General Manager, TFE Hotels
Ben Mellor, General Manager, The EVE Hotel
Charlotte Wilson, Senior Associate, Interior Design Co-Team Leader, SJB
Rachel Yabsley, Project Director, Architecture, SJB
Olivia Lambert, Development Manager, Toga Group
Panel discussion
Design Talks
14:40

The wellness premium: How nature-infused design commands higher room rates

Ozge Fettahlioglu, Managing Director, Cocoplum Design Studio & Boxareno Modular Constructions
Laura Hamilton O’Hara, CEO, Living Future Institute Of Australia
James Pearce, Senior Principal, Populous
Design Talks
15:25

Leveraging neighbourhood identity in accommodation design and experience

Larissa Fuller, Project Design and Delivery Manager, Drifter
Camille Corlette, Principal, Global Creative Director, Corlette Design
last published: 15/Sep/25 12:25
BOOK NOW

Where & When

ICC Sydney Exhibition Centre
Darling Harbour, Sydney

Wednesday 17 September 2025
Thursday 18 September 2025
Open 9:00am – 5pm daily

 

Information

Past Sponsors

Past Speakers

Sponsor/Exhibit

Register Free Now

 

 

Contacts

Sponsorship Enquiries
Matthew.Gatfield@terrapinn.com

 

Speaking Enquiries
Katarina.Mesarovich@terrapinn.com

 

Marketing Enquiries
Laura.Flannery@terrapinn.com