IPDW 2025 Opening Night! APDG members are invited to the Korean Cultural Centre Australia for the Opening of International Production Design Week 2025.
This evening gathering marks the beginning of IPDW, bringing the Australian Production Design community together for networking and celebration, set against the backdrop of the exhibition Scene Architects: Build On-Screen Worlds.
Featuring concept art, sketches, set blueprints and design materials from leading Korean production designers, the exhibition reveals the creative processes behind internationally acclaimed films such as ‘The Handmaiden’ and ‘Decision to Leave’.
As the first Australian event of IPDW 2025, this social occasion offers a rare opportunity to connect with peers and colleagues, celebrate our craft, and experience how design shapes story, atmosphere and cultural identity in contemporary cinema.
About the Organizer:
The Korean Cultural Centre Australia (KCCAU) promotes understanding and appreciation of Korean culture through exhibitions, screenings, performances, and education programs. Located in the heart of Sydney, the KCC serves as a vibrant hub for cultural exchange, showcasing Korea’s rich artistic traditions and contemporary creative practices while fostering dialogue between Korean and Australian communities.
The Australian Production Design Guild (APDG) represents designers across screen, live performance, events, and digital production. The Guild champions excellence through awards, mentorship and accreditation, while fostering a vibrant creative community and celebrating design as a vital force in storytelling and cultural expression.
AFTRS stands as Australia's leading screen and broadcast institution, consistently recognised on The Hollywood Reporter's list of top global film schools. We empower Australian talent to shape and share their stories through world-leading, future-focused education, research, and training. AFTRS is among the exclusive institutions in Australia offering a dedicated course in Production Design. This week, we proudly acknowledge our 200+ Production Design alumni and celebrate the craft, creativity, and cultural impact of design in screen storytelling.
