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Sunday July 13, 2008

Miranda Tay

Peter Bennetts/recent architecture photography

Buildings come alive under the scrutiny of internationally acclaimed photographer Peter Bennetts. He captures them as autonomous objects in an ever-changing natural environment. Works by architectural practices ARM, Elenberg Fraser, Foster, Gio Ponti, Wood Marsh and Zaha Hadid feature in this exhibition of large-format photographs. Former Abaris Printing & Publishing, 37 A'Beckett Street, city. July 20-25, noon-8pm daily.

Experience Melbourne's bars

Stagger by yourself or with a group of friends from bar to bar in this self-guided CBD tour, which immerses participants in the eclectic, atmospheric interiors of Melbourne's nightlife. Plus you'll get to sample each bar's specially created Bombay Sapphire cocktail. Taking part are Comme, Order of Melbourne, Gin Palace, Maddam Brussels, 1806 and Toff in Town. July 16-24, evenings only.

Tell Me

How could your day have been better? Vent, suggest, praise, deride or blather about your day through massive suggestion boxes in the street. Or log on to a website, or use a reply-paid envelope - respond to the creative process through whichever medium feels most comfortable to you. Chorus Studio's interactive program aims to release emotions through touchpoints. Melbourne and Geelong, July 16-24, tellme.com.au or chorus-studio.com.au

Design Now!

Preview the works of 18 leading university graduates from applied art and design courses nationwide - including fashion, digital media, architecture, furniture and more - selected from more than 100 nominations from 21 universities across the country. This touring exhibition is presented by Object Gallery at the Melbourne Museum, July 24-Oct 5, 10am-5pm daily. object.com.au

Skyline! Incubator Inspired

On the runway: 10 garments by designers from Fashion Incubator Melbourne Central's 15 residential designers for one night only. Labels include Josua Andreas, Ryan Whelan, Zephyr Graham, Fooism, Ella, Omnicron and Joli. This is the group's first foray into couture fashion and each garment has been inspired by Melbourne's landmark architectural sites. Melbourne Central, July 23, 8pm, 9671 4522. -- Miranda Tay

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