Suzie Stanford — 'Same, Same but Different' Tapestry Sofa, 2026

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Suzie Stanford is a Melbourne-based designer and maker whose practice is grounded in the transformation of discarded, forgotten and culturally obsolete materials. Describing herself as a "designer and finder", Stanford has long been fascinated by the potential of overlooked objects, reimagining ceramics, brass, leather, textiles and found materials into distinctive contemporary works. After spending a decade living overseas, she returned to Australia and reignited her passion for creating one-of-a-kind pieces that celebrate reinvention, craftsmanship and storytelling.

Stanford first gained international recognition through her jewellery label, The Crown Jewels, which was stocked in Paul Smith stores globally from 2002. Since then, her practice has expanded to encompass furniture, lighting and bespoke design projects for commercial and private clients. Characterised by unexpected material combinations, playful references and a vibrant sense of humour, her work seeks to provoke thought, evoke memory and inspire delight. Handmade in her sun-drenched Melbourne studio, each piece embodies her commitment to imagination, sustainability and the art of giving new life to the discarded.