
Two mates, Tim Ross — comedian, broadcaster, and self-described design nerd — and Kevin McCloud — pundit, writer and celebrated host of Grand Designs — have teamed up for a new podcast: Tim and Kev’s Big Design Adventure.
In this audio escapade, the architectural enthusiasts embark on a rollicking (and occasionally shambolic) journey, sharing their love of design by visiting buildings that ins... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 39 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | DesignArts | |||

Robin and Lucienne Day, were the most distinguished British designers of the post war period.
Their designs were woven into everyday life. Robin's revolutionary polypropylene chair became one of the most widely used chairs in history, while Lucienn... more
Earlier this year, Sam Neill kindly agreed to join us on the podcast. The plan was to wait until Kevin was back in Australia so we could all sit down together, unfortunately we couldn’t make the dates align.
Last week, Tim went back through his arc... more
On the night of 14 November 1940, nearly 500 Luftwaffe bombers descended on Coventry. Over the next 11 hours, they dropped more than 500 tonnes of high explosives and around 30,000 incendiary bombs on the city. By morning, 568 people had been killed,... more
Tim and Kevin head into the English countryside to visit acclaimed artist Morag Myerscough and artist-musician Luke Morgan, who traded the excitement of inner-city London for an unloved modernist house, an ambitious renovation and a completely differ... more
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Interesting mix of content and good personalities and professionally produced.
Unexpected double act! Always fascinating.
Such an engaging podcast. I found it because Kev and Tim visited the bird garden house around the corner, which I had admired. I’ve stayed because they’re so interesting and engaging. And architecture! Who doesn’t love architecture porn? I’ve binged the whole pod. Love it. Wish I’d discovered it earlier so I could come to a live show.
Took me the whole season of listening and wondering where i had heard Tim Ross’ voice before. It’s because he is Rosso aka half of Merrick and Rosso the JJJ radio legends! Great to hear him team up with Sir Kevin on a fascinating podcast.
I’ve been a fan I both these blokes for ages so it was so cool to discover them in a podcast together. Entertaining banter and all things design and architecture. Love it. 😎
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Two design-obsessed hosts explore architecture, design, and culture through on-site visits, interviews, and lively banter. Episodes mix personal stories, craft, and public spaces, with a strong emphasis on stewardship of heritage, sustainable practice, and how buildings shape everyday life. Noteworthy is the easygoing rapport between hosts, their broad guest slate—from architects and curators to artists and policymakers—and a willingness to entertain big ideas with humor. This show is likely appealing to design enthusiasts who enjoy deep dives into projects, history, and the social context of the built environment.
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Recent guests on Big Design Adventure include:
1. Sam Neill
2. John Witcombe
3. Morag Myerscough
4. Luke Morgan
5. Peter Barber
6. Mary Featherston
7. Kit Warhurst
8. Janet Holmes à Court
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