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Anthony Burke's By Design

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Hosted by Anthony Burke, Professor of Architecture at UTS and one of Australia's leading voices on how we might build better futures, Anthony Burke's By Design podcast explores the clever ideas and human stories behind the spaces, systems, and objects shaping our everyday lives. Anthony is well-known as the host of Grand Designs Australia, Grand Transformations, Restoration Australia, and Culture ... more

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Simone Hague
Interior decorator with Instagram presence, emphasizes collaboration with artisans
Independent interior design practice
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Nick Lewis
Interior design channel creator on YouTube with large following
YouTube creator
Episode: Meet your new interior designer: the algorithm
Angelique Hutchinson
Curator at the Powerhouse Museum
Powerhouse Museum
Episode: The invisible infrastructure that keeps us alive
Belinda Dennett
CEO of Data Centres Australia
Data Centres Australia
Episode: What if data centres weren't so ugly?
Marina Otero
Lecturer in architecture at Harvard
Harvard University
Episode: What if data centres weren't so ugly?
Gay Hawkins
Emeritus Professor from the Institute of Culture and Society
Western Sydney University
Episode: How plastic bags redesigned us
Mike Simcoe
Former Vice President of Global Design at General Motors
General Motors
Episode: Cars that change colour: the next design revolution
Noelle Forkner
Automotive journalist and consumer intelligence researcher
Episode: Cars that change colour: the next design revolution
Stella Clark
Research and development engineer at BMW
BMW
Episode: Cars that change colour: the next design revolution

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Anthony Burke
Host of By Design and Professor of Architecture at UTS

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Love but…Video anyone??

    Love this podcast Smart and Modern! But … I really think this is podcast which would benefit from video especially when discussing particular projects. Just sayin….

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bored infinitum
    Australiaa month ago
  • A great discovery

    I heard about this podcast after listening to an episode of Philosopher’s Zone. I’ve now heard a couple of episodes: I like being prodded to think about why ordinary things are the way they are.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jasp002
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • ICONIC

    Fabulous and intelligently presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perezoso D
    Australia6 months ago

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Guests bring deep expertise across architecture, design, and arts, making episodes consistently valuable for professionals.
Diverse range of guests keeps topics fresh and insightful for practitioners and enthusiasts.
High-quality production and practical, interview-driven insights that are easy to apply in real projects.
Thoughtful, design-forward conversations that connect everyday objects to culture and society.

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#68
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#81
Canada/Arts/Design
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#3
Australia/Arts/Design
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#21
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#48
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#150
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Extraordinary Everyday: How the Aussie lawnmower shaped our identity
Q: So in what other ways did the marketing kind of reinforce the gender roles and the other ideas around the mower?
Marketing imagery often depicted men using the mower as the manager of the yard while women were shown either relaxed on the lawn or in domestic roles, reinforcing a gendered narrative around technology and leisure; the discussion notes that these visuals reflected broader societal expectations.
Extraordinary Everyday: How the Aussie lawnmower shaped our identity
Q: Nina, hi. How are you going?
The host warmly asks Nina about her current work and introduces the context of exploring the Powerhouse Museum's lawnmower collection to understand its social and technological evolution.
Extraordinary Everyday: Do locks really keep you safe?
Q: What kind of profession was a locksmith in medieval times?
Locksmiths were among the best blacksmiths, skilled in making springs and internal components, with deep mechanical knowledge that went beyond simple nail work, enabling them to craft sophisticated locking mechanisms.
Extraordinary Everyday: Do locks really keep you safe?
Q: How does a modern key and lock work for a front door?
A modern lock uses a set of pins that align when the correct key is inserted, lifting them to the proper height so the cylinder can turn and operate the mechanism; more complex locks offer greater security and resistance to picking, and newer designs increasingly rely on digital and smart technologies while retaining the underlying mechanical principles.
How the sari became fashion’s ultimate chameleon
Q: Where does the word sari come from?
The word sari comes from Sanskrit and originally meant a strip of cloth, a simple term that denotes the essential component of the sari, with its meaning evolving over time to encompass a wide range of draping styles and cultural significance.

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What is Anthony Burke's By Design about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-forward show that explores how spaces, systems, and everyday objects shape the way we live. Across episodes, the conversation spans architecture, interior design, urban innovation, fashion history, craft, and sustainability, with frequent dives into design processes, cultural context, and real-world case studies. A standout feature is a recurring segment on the Extraordinary Everyday, which unpacks the social and cultural histories of familiar items—from umbrellas to gravestones—while interviews with designers, academics, and industry insiders illuminate how design thinking can improve households, cities, and experiences. The mix of accessible storytelling, hands-on design insight, and wide-ranging guest expertise makes it a compel... more

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