Design Tasmania is a non-profit design center and gallery located in Launceston, Tasmania,…read morededicated to showcasing and championing the island's unique design and craftsmanship. Established in 1976, it serves as a central hub for Tasmanian creative culture, featuring world-class exhibitions, a curated retail store, and an iconic permanent wood collection. I had to sneak away from our tour group (and Gayle) to come here and take a look. There was so much to admire about the wood/furniture collection, plus the pieces in the shop. I came away with a couple outstanding Brad Moss pieces, including this Tiger Myrtle Document Box. It wasn't cheap, but solid craftsmanship rarely is. My only regret is that I didn't have more time.

Stunning hand-crafted timber furniture and artwork by local Tasmanian artists…read more There is an exhibition section and a substantial store where you can purchase anything from jewellery to lamps and bed frames. The work is of the highest quality and beautifully displayed. The scent of the timber and oils are delicious and really add to the experience. Well worth the trip if you are into industrial design and artisanal pieces.

Great gallery, great cafe - I have stopped by here a couple of times now since moving back to…read moreTasmania late last year. I appreciate the wide range of art and craft available, presented professionally I might add. It is wonderful to be able to view, buy and support local artists. Hard to hold a conversation over the meal though as I want to keep looking at everything! Both times I have been in here the hostess has greeted us in a friendly attentive way, and I am pretty sure if I come often enough we will know each other by name - I have observed a large array of people come and go greeting her and vice versa - a local celebrity perhaps! And perhaps well so, since this gallery cafe has created great revenue for Scottsdale I am sure. Open 7 days per week means stopping by on your Sunday country drive for lunch or brunch - n.b. pretty good coffee and a variety of tasty meals, not just your standard fare - last one I had was roasted vegetable salad with a delightful home made dressing. I know I will be back - for the art and the food!

From the owner: Your personal visions can be realized through a commissioned piece from one of our represented…read moreartists.

A two storey Art Gallery that has a great deal to offer. It is free and you can spend a few hours…read morejust wandering around and reading the information and admiring the beautiful paintings. It is not crowded. Well signed and there are many videos as well. There is a nice little cafe there and it makes a good coffee and there are are many cakes and biscuits.