Design at every stage
The Integrated Design Commission SA believes that the opportunity for design to influence outcomes is best done early. By applying the design lens 'up front' the project scope can be fully understood and its potential fully explored and realised.Read more...
Collaborative culture
A collaborative culture always privileges consensus over conflict and respects the skills, needs and values of all stakeholders. Better design outcomes are more likely when the design process has taken an inclusive, multi-disciplinary decision-making approach.Read more...
Environmental leadership
South Australia is the driest state in the driest inhabited continent on Earth. So our response to the reality of climate change is not only driven by a practical imperative, it is part of the South Australian psyche.Read more...
Evidence through research
We know that the challenges facing our cities are local and global and solutions need to rely on case-based knowledge and evidence-based design. The Commission will build relationships with universities, researchers, thinkers and design and planning practitioners, both here and overseas, to share expertise and ideas.Read more...
Inform Engage Educate
Around the world, people are demanding a more open relationship with their elected Governments – and a stronger voice in decisions that affect their lives. But to make a real contribution, people need to be empowered.Read more...
