AUTHENTIC DESIGN ALLIANCE®
HELP STOP DESIGN THEFT!
ABOUT
Authentic Design Alliance® is a for-purpose social enterprise leading Australia’s fight against furniture design theft.
Our ongoing consultation with government agencies is a powerful force in improving intellectual property (IP) protection for individuals and brands, driving significant policy amendments in Australian IP legislation.
As an education platform, we raise awareness about the economic, environmental, and cultural damage caused by the fast furniture industry.
We communicate the importance of investing in authentic products to support the brands and individuals who create, manufacture, distribute, and work with original and licensed products.
DESIGN THEFT
Design theft occurs when someone profits by making copies of an original product, such as furniture, lighting, or architectural products. Everyone buying, selling, or specifying replicas and knock-offs becomes part of the problem.
Short-lifespan furnishings end up in landfills at such an alarming rate that it is now a critical environmental issue.
VISION+MISSION
Our vision is that design is valued and that customers invest in the most sustainable option. Genuine products that are thoughtfully made and that minimise environmental impact.
Our mission is to see the replica furniture sector criminalised as it has been in Europe and the UK.
“A successful product employs a network.
A successful collection creates a sub-economy.”
WHAT WE DO
As an independent, for-purpose industry association, we raise awareness about the cultural, societal, and environmental damage caused by ‘disposable decorating.’
We strive to shift the dial towards consumers valuing authentic products and long-term purchases over cheap short-lifespan copies to support a stronger future for our industry.
JOIN THE ADA
ADA® members directly enable our ongoing work with Government agencies for IP reform and help fund our national education program.
Discover more about ADA® membership here (or here if on mobile/device)
Lets get real.
6 Facts About Design Theft.
BECOME A MEMBER
ADA Members enable our program
As a member-funded association, we are supported by designers, makers, manufacturers, distributors, importers, industry platforms, design galleries and retailers of authentic products.
We’re also supported by material suppliers, interior designers, architects, interior stylists, photographers, digital influencers, building industry brands, and landscape design professionals.
- Join here (desktop view) to see ADA member benefits
- Or head here if on phone or tablet (if on phone or tablet)
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