As the voice for New Zealand designers, we’re here to support you in whatever way we can. One useful resource is our collection of legal, business, insurance and contract documents, created by industry professionals to assist our members.

The Best Design Awards Books for 2020 &  2021 - purchase here

Don't miss out on securing your bit of design history. The Best Books 2020 & 2021 proudly give every winning project it's own page.

Beautifully offset printed these chunky purple books are specially edge-printed, and features a section-sewn lay flat binding so it opens flat and stays flat. 

DINZ are selling the Best Books for $75.00 NZD in order to help cover cost of the production. With a limited edition print-run, don't miss out on securing your block of design history.

Thanks Seachange 💜

Click HERE to order

Members get better advice.

Protect yourself with an insurance package with a Members’ rate from Auckland Insurance.

Contact The Designers Institute to arrange an appointment at or 09 529 1713.

Contractor Engagement

Author

Clendons

Published

9 February 2016

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Mutual Non Disclosure Agreement

Author

Clendons

Published

6 November 2017

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Procurement Services Agreement

Author

Clendons

Published

1 January 2016

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Product Design Services Agreement

Author

Clendons

Published

1 January 2016

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Graphics and Digital Services Agreement

Author

Clendons

Published

1 January 2016

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Spatial Design Services Agreement

Author

Clendons

Published

10 August 2020

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

Long Burroughs - Professional Liability Insurance Package

Author

Long Burroughs

Published

6 November 2017

AGM 2023 - Nominate Fellow Life Honorary

Author

DINZ

Published

24 August 2023

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

AGM 2023 - Nominate John Brittan Black Pin

Author

DINZ

Published

24 August 2023

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.

AGM 2023 - Nominate Black Pin Outstanding Achievement

Author

DINZ

Published

24 August 2023

This file is only available to DINZ Members

Enter your email address and we’ll send you a link to unlock member-only downloads. Not a member? Join here or contact for all other enquiries.

The Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. makes available to members the Design Services Agreements and other contract documents for use solely at the members’ own risk. By downloading and using the Agreement, members acknowledge and agree that the Designers Institute of New Zealand Inc. and its advisors shall have no liability arising from or relating to members’ use of the Agreements and other documents.