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Anthony Burke's By Design

ABC Australia
Design
Hybrid Work
Work From Home
Home Design
Family Spaces
Open Plan Design
Surfing
Architecture
First Nations Weaving
Tapestry
Privacy In Design
Biphasic Living
Indoor Living Spaces
Slow Design Movement
Surfboard Design
Surfboard Evolution
Biophilic Design
Handcrafted Furniture
Batik
Peru

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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Australia’s surfing story has been influenced from far beyond our shores, from ancient Peruvian reed boards to Hawaiian royalty and the design revolutions that shaped the modern surfboard. So how did we get from the earliest surf boards of heavy wood... more

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Josephine Obin Komara
Batiks designer and textile practitioner reviving traditional Indonesian batik
Independent designer (works in Central Java)
Episode: Material Cultures: Reinventing Batik in Indonesia
Andrew McKinnon
Surf reporter, historian and a surfer for over 60 years
Independent
Episode: Extraordinary Everyday: Kites
Karleen Green
Kikari and Bundjalung woman; traditional weaver
Fraser Island, Queensland
Episode: Meet the movement reimaging the future, slowly
Sophie Travers
CEO of the Australian Tapestry Workshop
Australian Tapestry Workshop
Episode: Meet the movement reimaging the future, slowly
Tammy Gilson
Wadarung artist; cultural burner and residency participant
Self/First Nations artist
Episode: Meet the movement reimaging the future, slowly
Aunty Karleen Green
Kikari woman and Bundjalung woman from Fraser's Island, skilled in traditional weaving practices
Episode: Meet the movement reimagining the future, slowly
Glen Rundell
Chair maker and co-founder of the Lost Trades Fair
Episode: Meet the movement reimagining the future, slowly
Dr. Libby Sander
Associate Professor of Organisational Behaviour
Bond University
Episode: Is open plan officially dead?
Eva Marie Prineas
Lead Architect and Founder of Studio Prineas
Studio Prineas
Episode: Is open plan officially dead?

Host

Anthony Burke
Professor of Architecture and a leading voice on design's role in shaping futures; hosts a range of design-focused conversations.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 11 ratings
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    Fabulous and intelligently presented.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Perezoso D
    Australia2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the clear relevance of design to everyday life.
Guests are consistently high-caliber and well-prepared.
Talks blend historical context with practical design insights.

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Apple Podcasts
#213
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#4
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#47
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#155
Germany/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#20
Mexico/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#41
New Zealand/Arts/Design

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Meet the movement reimaging the future, slowly
Q: Can you imagine a future where slow design becomes mainstream rather than exceptional?
Guests discuss how slow design taps into authenticity, cultural lineage, and a collaborative process that resonates with communities, suggesting that value comes from longevity, craft integrity, and the human connection behind each object.
Is open plan officially dead?
Q: How do we measure success in a space in our home for work?
It's not just about productivity; factors like beauty, comfort, and the environment also play significant roles in the effectiveness of a home working space.
Is open plan officially dead?
Q: What if I don't want two separate work and living spheres? How can I create flexibility in my home?
One solution is to integrate areas for different activities, ensuring your workspace can dynamically adapt as needed.
Is open plan officially dead?
Q: Is it the furniture? Is it the privacy? Is it something else?
It's all of those issues, including noise, distraction, and the need for designated workspaces to create a balanced work-from-home environment.

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A design-focused interview show that explores how spaces, systems, and objects shape daily life, featuring in-depth discussions with architects, designers, and craft practitioners. Episodes mix historical context, cultural storytelling, and practical design insights—from open-plan living and prefab housing to traditional weaving and contemporary tapestry—always anchored by a host with a strong emphasis on sustainable, human-centered design. Noteworthy is the willingness to connect technical topics to everyday experiences, plus a recurring segment that traces the cultural history of familiar objects. The format and guests make it especially appealing to professionals in design and architecture, students, and culture-curious listeners who wan... more

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2. Andrew McKinnon
3. Karleen Green
4. Sophie Travers
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