Rephonic
Artwork for Big Design Adventure

Big Design Adventure

Tim Ross & Kevin McCloud
Architecture
Design
Isokon Building
Social Housing
Bauhaus
The Studio
London
Australia
Community
Bird Photography
Modernism
Wrexham
Urban Development
Mid-Century Modern Architecture
Agatha Christie
Live Shows
Birmingham
Wildlife Habitat
Brutalism
Heritage Preservation

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes32Founded10 months ago
Number of ListenersCategories
ArtsDesign

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Big Design Adventure

Latest Episodes

Tim and Kevin head to Perth to meet businesswoman, arts patron and National Living Treasure Janet Holmes à Court AC inside her extraordinary private gallery housed in a former paint factory.

Janet’s gallery is open to the public and her belief that... more

Tim and Kevin head to Canberra to meet architect Shannon Battison, a former President of the Australian Institute of Architects, who spent a considerable amount of time designing the perfect home for her family.

Then she threw a rather large spanne... more

There’s quite a large amount of your emails in the Manila folder, and it’s time to get through them. We have questions, corrections and some rather bonkers observations.

We are also looking to launch the most ridiculous extension to the podcast tha... more

We all want our cities and our neighbourhoods to be better, but what can we do about it?

Tim and Kev head to Fremantle in Western Australia to meet Kate Hulett, a community-minded individual who isn’t afraid to step up and have a crack at making ch... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Accepts Sponsors
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Conversations
ConversationsABC Australia
Chat 10 Looks 3
Chat 10 Looks 3Chat 10 Looks 3
What's That Rash?
What's That Rash?ABC Australia
Big Ideas
Big IdeasABC Australia

Recent Guests

Janet Holmes à Court
Businesswoman and arts patron; interview subject for this episode
Holmes à Court.family / arts & business interests
Episode: S2 Ep 15 - Art and Architecture Janet Holmes à Court AC
Shannon Battison
Architect; former president of the Institute of Architects in Australia
Institute of Architects (Australia)
Episode: S2 Ep 14 - The Hypnotic Charm of an Iconic House
Kate Hulett
An extraordinary community advocate who ran for parliament as an independent
Shop owner in Fremantle, Fremantle, Australia
Episode: S2 Ep 12 - Kate Hulett The Culture Creator
John Wardle
Award-winning Australian architect, principal of Wardle Studio
Wardle Studio
Episode: S2 Ep 11 - John Wardle The Collector
Greg Marsala
Owner of Marsala House
Marsala House, Western Australia
Episode: S2 Ep 9 - Marsala House Iwan Iwanoff
Vespa Marsala
Greg's daughter, engaged with the house and its impact on her art
Family of Marsala House
Episode: S2 Ep 9 - Marsala House Iwan Iwanoff
Esther Clerehan
Esther Clerehan, daughter of Neil Clerehan, storyteller and archivist of her father's legacy
Independent as a curator of family archive
Episode: S2 Ep 8 - The Society Architect
Patty Hopkins
Architect, partner at Hopkins Architects
Hopkins Architects
Episode: S2 Ep 7 - Patty Hopkins
John Ellway
Award-winning architect discussed in-depth conversations about Brisbane and Queenslander houses
Architect, Brisbane, Australia
Episode: S2 Ep 6 - The Queenslander

Hosts

Tim Ross
Host of the show, described as a comedian and design enthusiast
Kevin McCloud
Host of Grand Designs; co-host of the show; design commentator and author

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 202 ratings
  • Charming 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. 😎

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PenlineDesign
    Australia5 months ago
  • Absolute gold

    Aside from the fascinating and educational conversations, I just love how funny you guys are. Tim being typical Aussie and Kevin being typical British (I presume) the humour works together so well! Bravo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jodiegypsy
    Australia6 months ago
  • Special Experience

    Spectacular rambling performance. Enjoy every moment. Can get enough. Booked to experience the live show in 2026. Thanks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HHStepper
    Australia6 months ago
  • A great listen

    The warmth, mateship and connection over shared interests between Tim and Kevin make this a wonderful podcast. Inspiring stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Melaniejane13
    Australia8 months ago
  • A great listen

    As someone who went down the architect route to build my ageing in place home 20 years ago, I’m so enjoying the conversations Kevin and Tim are having with each other and their guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    77susbeans
    Australia9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show's conversational pace and storytelling make architecture feel personal and engaging.
Guests are diverse and bring in-depth expertise, making complex topics accessible.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' warmth, banter, and genuine design passion.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#111
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#61
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#3
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#25
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#219
Italy/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#2
Norway/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

S2 Ep 14 - The Hypnotic Charm of an Iconic House
Q: How does the family balance living in a demanding, design-heavy home with their daily life?
The family acknowledges the stresses of maintaining an unconventional house but emphasizes the benefits of living with a strong sense of place, the hope that the nucleus will endure for their children, and a plan to adapt the space through careful renovations while preserving Laurie's legacy.
S2 Ep 14 - The Hypnotic Charm of an Iconic House
Q: What drew Shannon Battison to the project and to Laurie Veer's work?
Shannon describes a compelling personal and professional bond with Laurie, and how his approach to architecture as living, teaching, and mentoring resonated with her own path. Her decision to buy the house is framed as a continuation of that mentorship and a chance to preserve an important piece of architectural history.
S2 Ep 13 – A Feedback Episode
Q: Any design eyesores in your own homes you swear you'll fix one day?
They admit to multiple small fixes but emphasize the value of prioritizing practical upgrades (like a broom cupboard) over perfection, reflecting their belief that better design should be accessible and functional.
S2 Ep 13 – A Feedback Episode
Q: What is a building or feature of the Australian urban landscape you'd get rid of?
Tim and Kevin discuss archiving critical opinions and emphasize that design should be about improving living spaces, not tearing down culture; they push toward thoughtful design rather than blanket negativity.
S2 Ep 10 - Alright Governor?
Q: How do you explain the Governor General's role to Australians who might not understand the constitutional framework?
The Governor General emphasizes that the role is non-political, focused on modernising and communicating our democracy, civics, and constitution in a way that speaks to contemporary Australians.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Big Design Adventure

What is Big Design Adventure about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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.

Where can I find podcast stats for Big Design Adventure?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Big Design Adventure. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Big Design Adventure and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Big Design Adventure get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Big Design Adventure, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Big Design Adventure?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Big Design Adventure, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Big Design Adventure have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Big Design Adventure has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Big Design Adventure?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Big Design Adventure:

1. Conversations
2. No One Saw It Coming
3. Chat 10 Looks 3
4. What's That Rash?
5. Big Ideas

How many episodes of Big Design Adventure are there?

Big Design Adventure launched 10 months ago and published 32 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Big Design Adventure?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Big Design Adventure?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Big Design Adventure from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Big Design Adventure?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Big Design Adventure. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Big Design Adventure?

Recent guests on Big Design Adventure include:

1. Janet Holmes à Court
2. Shannon Battison
3. Kate Hulett
4. John Wardle
5. Greg Marsala
6. Vespa Marsala
7. Esther Clerehan
8. Patty Hopkins

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days