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About

Dutoit is an emerging multi-disciplinary design studio specialising in furniture, homeware, and lighting. Striking a balance between utility and form, our approach combines creativity and practicality to craft objects that engage the senses.

Every Dutoit collection is proudly designed and made in Australia, showcasing the best of local talent and expertise. We create pieces that inspire and endure, grounded in our core values:

Local

Partnering with Australian manufacturers to support local artisans and craftsmanship.

Sustainable

Committed to reducing our environmental footprint through sustainable material choices and enduring design.

Design

Balancing form and function to create purposeful, timeless pieces that enrich everyday living.

Through close collaboration with our manufacturers, we ensure a direct, hands-on approach to every project. By designing and producing in Australia, we’re not just creating beautiful, enduring pieces - we’re also supporting craftsmanship, sustainability, and fostering a stronger sense of community through Australian-made design.

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Est. 2022

The studio was established by South African-born Australian designer Dirk du Toit. With a Bachelor of Industrial Design and a Master of Architecture, Dirk brings a multidisciplinary perspective and approach to each collection.

His experience includes working with local and international brands, including Australia’s leading product designers, and iconic retailers.

As founder of the Melbourne-based studio, Dirk combines innovation, craftsmanship, and sustainability to create designs with timeless aesthetics and functional purpose.

Exhibitions

2025 Melbourne Design Week | Here & There

2025 Melbourne Design Week | 100 Lights

2025 Melbourne Design Week | First Touch

2025 Melbourne Design Week | Redacted x RMIT

 

Competitions

2024 Good Design Awards | ELLE Armchair | Winner

2024 DIA Designers Australia Award | ELLE Armchair | Shortlisted

2024 Vivid Emerging Designer Award | ELLE Armchair | Commendation

2024 Vivid Emerging Designer Award | MASS Table Tamp | Finalist

2024 Australia's Next Top Designer | ELLE Armchair | Finalist

2024 Australia's Next Top Designer | MASS Table Lamp | High Commendation

2023 Good Design Awards | TUIN Outdoor | Winner

2023 Good Design Awards | TIER Boards, Platters & Stands | Winner

2023 IDEA Awards | ELLE Armchair | Shortlisted

2023 IDEA Awards | BUOY Stools | Shortlisted

2023 IDEA Awards | TUIN Outdoor | Shortlisted

2023 DIA Designers Australia Award | TUIN Outdoor | Shortlisted

2023 Australia's Next Top Designer | BUOY Stools | Finalist

2023 Australia's Next Top Designer | TUIN Outdoor | Finalist

2023 Australia's Next Top Designer | TIER Boards, Platters & Stands | Finalist

 

Publications

2024 IndesignLive | Crafted For The Australian Climate - Meet TUIN | Online

2024 The Local Project | Dutoit Brand Profile | Online

2024 Green Magazine | Upfront ELLE Armchair | Issue #99

2024 Kanebridge Quarterly | Taking Design To The Next Level | Spring 2024

2024 Design Show Australia | Lighting Up Innovation - MASS | Online

2024 Architecture, Au | Emerging Designers Recognised At 2024 Vivid Awards | Online

2024 InStyle Projects | Dutoit Studio | Online

2024 Kanebridge News | Australia’s Next Top Designers Awards | Online

2024 Kanebridge Quarterly | Designs On Australia's New Top Talent | Winter 2024

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