Rocky Rourke proves that you don’t need employees, investors, or a perfect plan to build a successful design studio. Just creativity, guts, and a little weirdness. In this Live from Creative South Episode of The Angry Designer Podcast, Rocky shares how he turned his imaginary friend into a brand, his freelance hustle into a thriving agency, and his ADHD into a creative superpower. From losing clients overnight to using ChatGPT as a fake client, Rocky’s story is proof that being different is...

In this episode, we invite the architecture and art historian Professor Anooradha Iyer Siddiqi, whose research focuses on histories of modernity, migration, and settlement, to reconnect with Sandi Hilal and Alessandro Petti — fellow academics architects and crucially, cofounders of DAAR, which stands for Decolonising Architecture Art Research. Reflecting on years of research around refugee camps, histories of conflict, domesticity and permanent temporariness, this conversation resonates with

主題內容 延續「工作的容器」系列，去聊聊設計師在不同工作環境中的優點與挑戰。 今天我們會談到，在小型設計工作室與大型設計公司裡工作，會有哪些差別？ 團隊結構與組織規模還有編制的不同，又會如何影響設計師的角色？ 各自的優點、缺點與挑戰又可能是什麼？ 這週的設計 CTA 這星期，想邀請大家回到紙本的懷抱，寫下一些這週日常生活裡新學到的事情與小知識。 把這些關鍵資訊記錄下來，包括你想記錄它的原因，以及當下的感受。 邀請你的設計師朋友，還有正在考慮加入設計公司的朋友， 或是你可能只是好奇，我們都歡迎你一起來聽看看吧！ 來這邊追蹤《下班聊設計》和我們一起聊 Instagram: @design.after.work Threads: @design.after.work 音樂製作人 | 王彙筑 主持人 | Alex Chen 節目製作 | Studio After Creative LLC 合作洽談 | Podcast 相關合作歡迎跟我們聯繫 info@studioafter.co 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法：

Damien Crough from prefabAus, a recognised leader and advocate for Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) in Australia. As Co-founder and Executive Chairman of prefabAUS, Damien has been instrumental in positioning the organisation as the national peak body for offsite construction. Under his leadership, prefabAUS has grown from a grassroots initiative into a respected and influential voice shaping policy, driving research, and fostering collaboration across government, industry, an...

Energy prices are heating up — and building owners, managers, and homeowners are feeling the pressure. In this episode of Building Knowledge with the Building and Realty Institute (BRI), we dive into what’s really happening across the energy markets and how to prepare for the months ahead.Our guests, Jim Slattery (CEO) and Tim Connors (VP) of The Slattery Energy Consulting Group Inc., break down:Heating oil and natural gas price forecasts for winter 2025–26Energy-saving strategies for residential

Lovin Cairo is a local news, culture and lifestyle brand.We have the definitive inside track on everything Cairo, from the place to the people. We capture the essence of this unique city – from what we see, do, think, eat and drink, and build a conversation around our community, presenting a positive view of the place we call home.Our mantra is simple: Lovin’ Your Life.Follow us on:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/lovin_cairo/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lovincairoTwitter:

Keywords podcast, architecture, coffee, friendship, sketches, Alexandria Library, personal stories, design, tribute, learning curves Summary In this episode, Kurt and Jamie engage in a heartfelt conversation that weaves together personal anecdotes, reflections on coffee culture, and a tribute to a dear friend. They discuss the challenges of podcasting, the evolution of coffee quality, and the significance of sketches that represent their shared experiences. The conversation culminates in ...

Episode 3 of our website series is the “not glamorous, insanely essential” one. Hosts Liz and Chelsea walk through the two meetings that make or break a web project before a single pixel gets designed: the Kickoff + Sitemap meeting and the Discovery session. First, the Kickoff & Sitemap: how we set expectations, timelines, roles, and guardrails... then map the site in a humble Google Sheet with pages, subpages, notes, and any special functionality. We share how we prep before the meeting

In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa open the floor to listener questions — diving into real-life design dilemmas from couples and clients with competing styles. From masculine and feminine balance to the surprising color choices clients make, the duo shares how design becomes both creative expression and relationship therapy. Meghan talks through her approach to honoring both partners’ visions, creating harmony through listening, compromise, and thoughtful design solutions. Krissa

For our next episode, we have a very special guest, Chelsea Choquette. Chelsea is a product designer with a background in public relations and communications, who made the natural pivot into UX after leading marketing and design teams for nearly 10 years. With a deep love for storytelling and a strategic mindset, Chelsea has spent the last several years designing enterprise-level products for companies like The Home Depot and LexisNexis, as well as supporting clients across a wide range of

In this conversation, Tania Madah, founder and CEO of Lean Architect LLC, shares her unconventional journey into architecture and her vision for the future of the AEC industry. She emphasizes the growing role of technology, user-centric design, and collaboration in shaping smarter, more sustainable built environments. Tania discusses the challenges architects face in adopting new tools, the importance of internal innovation, and the responsible use of generative AI. She advocates for a future where

Send us a text Follow the hosts on Instagram @alonbenjoseph, @scarlintheshire, @davaucher and @robnudds. Thanks to @skillymusic for the theme tune.

What goes into a Louie Award-winning Card of the Year? In the case of Wolf & Wren Press, every design grows from the 30-year friendship of co-founders Liz Wolf and Lauren Stapleton. That precious connection, born in middle school, is the kind where one finishes the other's sentences ... and the other picks right up on the story! I's at the core of every design Wolf & Wren prints — including their winning pet sympathy card that from first glance honors both the love and grief of these

In this conversation, copywriter and brand voice specialist Vikki Ross returns to discuss the intersection of authentic creativity and AI anxiety in the modern marketing landscape. She shares her approach to finding distinctive voices for major brands like JLR (Jaguar Land Rover) and Formula E, emphasizing the importance of simplicity, curiosity, and human connection in copywriting. Ross candidly addresses the fears surrounding AI in creative industries, arguing that the noise about AI ...

Chris Packham has always fascinated me. As a broadcaster, naturalist, and conservationist, he’s helped millions connect with wildlife and the natural world through shows like BBC’s Springwatch – but sitting down with him in his home, I realised how much of his story is about creating refuge, both at home and within himself.In this deeply personal conversation, Chris speaks candidly about his childhood in Southampton, being diagnosed with autism in his forties, and how he has designed a home

Adrian Shaughnessy is a British graphic designer, writer, and educator, best known for bridging design practice with critical thought. A self-taught creative, he co-founded the influential studio Intro and later the publishing imprint Unit Editions, producing landmark works on design culture. His 2005 book How to Be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul remains a favorite worldwide. Adrian teaches at the Visual Communication program of the Royal College of Art in London as an associate

The GSA is marking the centenary of Scottish artist Ian Hamilton Finlay withWar and Pieces of a Garden, an exhibition in the Reid Building which explores key moments in Finlay's life and work, and what makes his art resonate in the present day. Photographer Robin Gillanders is joined by GSA Exhibitions and Cultural Development Coordinator John Farrell and GSA Library and Collections Manager Duncan Chappell discuss their experiences with and perspectives on Ian Hamilton Finlay, as well a...

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Melbourne-based architects multiplicity have been shortlisted for Habitus House of the Year 2025 for their beachside project, she sells sea shells. They (and their dog) join Timothy Alouani-Roby at The Commons in Collingwood to discuss this idiosyncratic house as well as their wider approach to design – including the enigmatic concept of 'the line.' Stories Indesign