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Australian by Design

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Basic boutique featuring jewellery, textiles, homeware, art & souvenirs made by local designers. People often mention shop, Australian, store, quality, gifts, visit, worth, recommend, beautiful, service,


Website

www.australianbydesign.com.au

Contact

+61 412 736 884

Rating on Google Maps

4.90 (80 reviews)

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  • 5/5 Barry p. 5 years ago on Google
    A true gem of Melbourne a must visit for the person who wants to gift themselves or others with uniquely Australian made arts craft and design collectables
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kate R. 4 years ago on Google • 112 reviews
    Beautiful selection of pieces, from original paintings to glass work to silk scarves to jewelry to amazing woodwork. Super friendly proprietor, no pressure sales. Packed what we bought carefully, and if we'd been at the end of our trip, I'd have been tempted to buy more. Slightly hidden on the 3rd floor of the arcade, but definitely worth a visit if you're looking for high quality souvenirs or art.

  • 5/5 Yura K. 11 months ago on Google
    Beautiful shop, scenery and art work. Everything here is of top quality and will definitely be worth coming. Very kind shop keeper too.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mary M. 4 years ago on Google
    We noticed the display case while touring the Block Arcade and made a point to return for a visit to the shop. It was well worth it. Beautiful works of art and unique souvenirs of our trip to Australia. The proprietor was most friendly and helpful tucking in some information on the artist whose work I had purchased. I highly recommend seeking out this shop. You won’t be disappointed!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Angga D. 4 years ago on Google
    Friendly and welcoming staff. Eiger to explain and guide everything they have
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Joanne van R. 1 year ago on Google • 14 reviews
    Very good range of Australian made and designed items, perfect for gifts for overseas friends and family. Ceramic bowls, glass vases, silk scarves, coasters, wooden boomerangs etc. I got a beautiful linen tea towel, hand-painted clap sticks and delicate wooden inlaid earrings. Most things come with information about the designer, packaged in a pretty box. Bill was super friendly and knowledgeable about the artists. This shop is vastly better than the tacky Chinese-made souvenir shops on Swanston St which rip off the artists. Highly recommend.

  • 5/5 Jason D. 3 months ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    Great store and products, well priced. Remarkably kind staff with a passion for what they sell and a lovely experience overall

  • 5/5 Sherry H. 4 years ago on Google • 5 reviews
    Today I visited Australia by Design and found beautiful hand made scarves and jewelry to give as presents to family when I return back to the USA. The shop is a little hard to find, on the third floor of the Block Arcade. The lift was not working today so I had to climb some pretty hefty stairs to get there, but I am delighted to say that it was well worth the effort. The gifts they sell are truly beautiful, unique and of a very high quality. The shop assistant, Kate, was a great help and even gift wrapped my purchases for me. I highly recommend this store to anyone looking for something special to give to friends & family, or to keep for yourself!

  • 5/5 Kathy L. 1 year ago on Google • 4 reviews
    I love this store! Incredible range of unique quality gifts and artwork all made in Australia, and at affordable prices. A gem in Melbourne for residents and tourists alike. Go visit on Level 3 (Room 303) Block Arcade (Take Lift no1 opposite Hopetoun Tea Rooms), you won't be disappointed. Friendly staff too.

  • 5/5 Evi 11 months ago on Google • 3 reviews
    An excellent shop for gifts, particularly for those travelling overseas who want something original, authentic and tasteful. The staff are extremely helpful, and the delivery service (in the metro area) is a wonderful help. Thanks!

  • 5/5 Nadia R. 1 year ago on Google • 3 reviews
    A beautiful store supporting Australian arts and crafts. If you want that special gift then this is the place for you. Located in Melbourne’s iconic The Block Arcade on level 3, take the time to walk up the heritage staircase highlighted by gorgeous lead light windows. Highly recommend this lovely store.

  • 5/5 Rob B. 1 year ago on Google
    A visit to ‘Australia by Design’ is special in its own right. Housed in a magnificent historic building the range and quality of items available made our travel in to the city well worthwhile. If you are looking for authentic, high quality Australian made handicrafts and artworks this should be your first port of call.

  • 5/5 Serena N. 11 months ago on Google
    Fantastic shop. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Authentic aboriginal souvenirs. Take lift 1 opposite the tea room up to level 3 - don’t skip out on this place

  • 5/5 Fanny C. 1 year ago on Google
    Do not miss! Unique and handmade Australian art pieces. Will dedicate 2 hours to this shop next time I come to Melbourne :)

  • 5/5 Pooja D. 1 year ago on Google
    Bill is an awesome guy. The hospitality he provides feels like home. All the designs he keeps in his store are purely authentic. His online service is really prompt as well. Highly recommend this store!

  • 5/5 Maria S. 2 years ago on Google
    We visited the Australian by design gallery today and we wish to say that we saw some very beautiful and characteristic objects of Australian art.  The exhibition is very well done and elegant and the welcome was very friendly, kind, with explanations and great availability for any topic.  Show not to be missed. The person who received us was also extremely kind because he looked for us and tracked us down at Flinders Station, where we said we had an appointment with a person, to bring us the rest of the payment for a purchase made by us, money we had forgotten to pick up in the shop.  It was a very pleasant test of honesty, seriousness, intelligence and kindness that we greatly appreciated.  For us the vote is 10 !! Maria and Vincenzo from Italy

  • 5/5 Lindy F. 1 year ago on Google
    The customer service provided by Bill was the most amazing I have ever experienced. What a fabulous little retailer. Definitely worth checking out. Thank you so very much.

  • 5/5 Caroline X. 1 year ago on Google
    I bought a magpie pin to celebrate my husband's citizenship, and I couldn't be happier with the product. I received it on the following day and the quality is amazing! I'll definitely shop here again! Thank you, guys!

  • 5/5 Martha H. 1 year ago on Google
    Wonderful little shop. I specifically wanted souvenirs that were made locally and not cheap junk. This store delivered beautifully! Lots of price ranges so I was able to pick up a few items that would make good gifts for home. Worth the trip to the 3rd floor!

  • 5/5 Paul M. 2 years ago on Google
    I love this store. Unique, high quality items made by actual Australian artists. Good prices too.

  • 5/5 andy h. 2 years ago on Google
    Remarkable service. We wanted an Australian made gift for an overseas supplier and we were not disappointed. We ordered online and to our surprise it was hand delivered the very next day!

  • 5/5 Kathy *. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful little shop filled with unique Australian art and souvenirs at very reasonable prices. Prefect for gifts!

  • 5/5 sabyasachister 3 years ago on Google
    The store I went to is located in the heart of Melbourne CBD in one of its oldest and finest arcades. But even finer and more attractive was the craftsmanship of the bronze and wooden sculptures and figurines made by whole hearted Australians using age-old processes. If you are fond of good quality handicrafts then this truly a place to visit. Wish well to the business and it's manufacturers.

  • 5/5 Aly 2 years ago on Google
    This place is a brilliant find! Excellent service and beautifully crafted things to buy. I highly recommend this shop.

  • 5/5 Emer C. 2 years ago on Google • 2 reviews
    Unique, beautiful, Australian made, with fabulous service from Bill. A real treasure trove - well worth the effort to find the shop (Level 3 in the Block Arcade). Highly recommended for those looking for gifts or treasures for the home. ** Eamonn Vereker glass bowls, vases etc are spectacular (photos don't do them justice).


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