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Darrel Conybeare and William Morrison are pioneers in the urban design and street furniture movement in Australia.

Through a design partnership spanning over 40 years, they have been key figures in shaping the public environment.

Together they designed the Plaza Seat in 1978, in response to a need for urban furniture products. In 1986 they established the brand “Street Furniture” to manufacture an emerging street furniture portfolio.

Through their architectural consultancy, Conybeare Morrison International, they direct all designs at Street Furniture Australia, and continue to inspire a culture of design excellence.

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