In this episode of Type Speaks, host Rae sits down with designer, artist, educator, and author Mitch Goldstein to talk about the mess, magic, and meaning of the creative process. From failing out of architecture school to finding his voice through design and teaching, Mitch shares how experimentation, risk, and reflection have shaped his multifaceted practice. He and Rae dive into what it means to learn by doing (and sometimes crashing and burning), why process matters more than perfection,

As CEO of City West Housing, Leonie King leads a committed team that develops affordable housing and provide housing services to some 1,600 residents in metropolitan Sydney. In this episode, Leonie King will be talking about affordable homes, funding, planning approvals, land costs, how can we get governmental outcomes for housing, private developers, and community housing providers working together to better to solve our housing crisis & much, much more. This podcast is brought to you in...

Hello! This is Episode 375, and it’s the third instalment in our 4-part mini-series on how to make confident, clear decisions in your project, across the four key phases that every renovation or new build travels through: Pre-Design, Design, Pre-Build and Build. We’ve covered the Pre-Design Phase in Episode 373, and the Design Phase in Episode 374. In this episode, we’re moving into the Pre-Build Phase, which is often where things really start to ramp up. [For all resources

Architect Graham Burrows (JCB Architects) and landscape architect Chris Sawyer (Site | Office) reflect on their two-decade long involvement in reshaping the St Kilda foreshore and designing the new curved pier. We discuss the project’s evolution, the idea of “organised chaos” in public space, and how bold urban design moves can capture the spirit of a city.

To Be or Not To Be: an Architect n.2 will be featuring dear Armin @rmin.zarei ! We will be chatting about the difference between architecture schools in the 3 (yes 3!) different countries he studied at, and a bunch of other stuff. New episode out on now!! Be prepared!!

In this lively conversation, Lindsay Thomas joins Meghan and Krissa to talk about the intersection of style, business, and creativity. She reflects on growing up with a strong sense of imagination, her path from fashion buyer to brand founder, and the inspiration behind her current collections. Together, the trio explores the parallels between curating a wardrobe and designing a home—how both start with what you love and evolve with life’s seasons.Lindsay also opens up about the balance between

Hold on to your butts! In this episode of The Agency Rocket Show, hosts Liz and Chelsea break down the anatomy of a great website—from the brand strategy that should inform every page, to the technical and UX details that separate a scroll-worthy site from one that makes users bail in three seconds. We'll cover everything from:Why “pretty” isn’t a strategy (and how to stop designing for yourself instead of your users) How to define your site’s real job: lead gen, storytelling, donor outreach,

Our guest, Aurélia de Azambuja has been speaking at conferences more recently with her talk, “How to make the logo bigger when the world is burning?” – a provocation that confronts what it means to practice design in today’s world, and more broadly, how to find meaning in design at all. It’s a particularly dark time for humanity, and, once we caught wind of the talk as it went semi viral on Instagram, we were drawn to find out more about Aurelia and her presentation. We were curious about her role

Caroline and Liz welcome back Southern GA-based interior designer and eight‑time author James Farmer to discuss his new book Home Again: A Return to Gracious Interiors. James explains the personal inspirations behind his lifelong oeuvre, how he reworked rooms at his Farmdale home, and his approach to layering tradition, comfort, and seasonality. From a lofty Auburn condo to a Nantucket‑tinged Vineyard retreat and a playful Oxford game‑day house, he shows how geometry, scale, heirlooms, and

In this conversation, Igor Starkov shares his journey from immigrating to the United States to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the construction technology sector. He discusses the challenges and opportunities within the industry, emphasizing the importance of relationships and strategic decision-making. Igor also highlights the significance of customer feedback in product development and the technical challenges faced in creating innovative solutions like Teleworker AI. He offers valuable

In this conversation, Aakash Prasad, CEO and co-founder of InspectMind AI, shares his journey from growing up in a family of engineers to becoming an entrepreneur in the tech-enabled engineering space. He discusses the importance of a beginner mindset, learning through experience, and the significance of perseverance in the face of challenges. Aakash also highlights the role of technology in engineering, the birth of InspectMind AI, and insights gained from participating in Y Combinator and AI

Wolfgang Bremer shares a candid look at design leadership, the weight of trust, and why real impact goes far beyond pixels 🚀 — revealing how humility and humanity shape design at scale 🌍.====== Episode Chapters: 00:00 – Learning Patience Through Fatherhood 00:30 – Welcome and Introduction 02:10 – Early Design Projects and Bootleg CD Covers 05:30 – How Parenthood Changed His Communication and Leadership 10:00 – The Importance of Explaining “Why” at Home and Work 13:44 – Families, Work, and Where

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Texas-based architect Gary Moss of Page, now Stantec joins Industrial sector lead Greg Hall to talk about the wild world of fast-track builds for the high technology sector. With a boom in advanced manufacturing imminent, they explain why it was the right moment to join forces. In this episode, you’ll learn about: · How Gary Moss and Greg Hall got into advanced manufacturing design · What they love about designing · &...

Send us a textLearn 10 Creative Ways to Use Design Master Paint with pro-level floral spray techniques offered by Gretchen Sell of Design Master. Discover how to conceal blemishes, customize colors, up-cycle old products, and create show-stopping designs. You can transform ordinary flowers into extraordinary art with these creative color spray tips.👉 Listen now on the How We Bloom podcast or read the full article on Floral Hub.How we Bloom podcast is an oasis of flower ideas. Host Sharon McGukin of

Welcome to the AADC special edition podcast party! As the Adelaide Advertising and Design Club celebrates its 50th year, members old and new reflect on how Australia's longest, continually running advertising club has impacted the people, the work and the industry at large. Why does it exist? What can it do for you? And who rode into an awards night on a camel? Big thanks to those who made themselves available for a chat and in doing so have played a small role in preserving the history of th...

Laura Cibilich, co-founder of Run, a design and advertising agency in New Zealand, shares her journey from naive graphic designer to agency owner guided by Māori values. Laura discusses how indigenous values aren't separate from business—they're fundamental human principles. She reveals how becoming a parent forced strategic thinking, leading to winning major clients like Niue Tourism despite being up against agencies with cafes and corporate perks. The conversation explores navig...

Today with Thom Filicia Today, I’m joined by one of the most recognizable names in design, Thom Filicia. From his early days at Parrish-Hadley to his breakout role on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, to building a thriving design firm, product collections, a retail brand, and countless collaborations, Thom has continually expanded what it means to be a designer. In this conversation, Thom shares why knowing who you are as a designer is the foundation for everything else, how staying curious and

Hi, It's Michele! Send me a text with who you want as a guest! This episode is brought to you by: The Synthetic Grass Store is Family-owned & operated since 2008, we are a nationwide warehouse distributor of wholesale turf. We partner with architects, realtors, contractors, and design professionals to deliver premium turf solutions for any project. .a local family-owned turf wholesale company. We specialize in selling premium quality artificial grass, and we often work with architec...

*Pre-order Octavo on Amazon* Episode Description: In this week’s episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with one of my design icons, Marty Neumeier, who is an accomplished designer and author. We chat about his new design-thriller book, The Scarlett Files/Octavo, his shift from non-fiction to fiction, and how he integrates design and writing within his work. Marty also shares how his early experiences shaped his career and why storytelling plays such an essential role in branding, design,...