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Big Design Adventure

Tim Ross & Kevin McCloud
Social Housing
Architecture
Wrexham
Design
Concorde
Modernism
Rob Mcelhenney
Ryan Reynolds
Manchester
Architects
New Zealand
Māori Culture
John Scott
Martin House
Collective Living
Neave Brown
Thunderbirds
Gerry Anderson
David Mellor
Housing Affordability Crisis

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

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Can you imagine finding out online that your grandfather wanted you to live in his iconic house after he was gone? That’s what happened to Frances Martin, the granddaughter of legendary New Zealand ceramicists Bruce and Estelle Martin. Tim and Kev ta... more

Is it worth paying for an architect? Are pre fab houses a solution for the housing crisis? What buildings should be demolished to build new homes? Just some of your questions we tackle in our very first question and answers episode.

You can find pi... more

What’s the real story of the Splayd? Australia’s greatest contributions to eatingutensils…Tim has the answer. Then Kevin whisks us off to Sheffield to explore the legacy of David Mellor, one of Britain’s finest designers, whose cutlery from the mid-c... more

What’s the best way to save our 20th Century architecture? Tim and Kev travel to Manchester to meet the charasmatic Eddy Rhead, from The Modernist, part of a group who believed they’ve found the secret.

The Modernist is a bookstore, publisher and e... more

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Recent Guests

Frances Martin
Granddaughter of the original owners of the Martin House designed by John Scott
Episode: Episode 9 – Living In An Iconic New Zealand House
Corin Mellor
Son of David Mellor and a representative of the David Mellor factory
David Mellor
Episode: Episode 7 - Cutlery Town
Eddy Rhead
Representative of the Modernist Society, passionate about modern architecture.
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Episode: Episode 6 - Modernist Love

Hosts

Tim Ross
Comedian, broadcaster, and design enthusiast
Kevin McCloud
Co-host, pundit, writer, and celebrated host of Grand Designs

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • 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
    Australiaa month ago
  • Big Design Adventure

    The warmth of these conversations is a great way to start the day. Really enjoying this

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dancin Tamborine Man
    Australiaa month ago
  • Big Design Adventure

    Fabulously fun and funny! Lovin’ it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carpsy ozrock
    Australiaa month ago
  • Loving this!

    Tim and Kevin’s new Pod highlights the easy chemistry and mateship these two clearly share. Feels as though I’m hanging out around their kitchen table. Looking forward to where this takes us.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VentureSkegYeah
    Australiaa month ago
  • Super!

    Great conversations, wonderful stories and interesting themes. A joy to listen to.

    Thank you Tim and Kevin!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mangkurat
    Australiaa month ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners are enjoying the engaging conversations and the dynamic chemistry between the hosts.
Many find the podcast to be a refreshing take on design and architecture, celebrating personal stories and cultural narratives.
The humorous interactions of the hosts are frequently highlighted, making the content accessible and entertaining.
The podcast is appealing to design enthusiasts and is considered a valuable addition to the conversation around architecture.

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Apple Podcasts
#162
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#84
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#2
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#12
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#52
France/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#250
Germany/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 9 – Living In An Iconic New Zealand House
Q: What have you learned from him from his archive and also about your grandmother?
It's really funny, isn't it? Like you experience your grandparents as a child and it's all memory stuff and a vibe or a, you know, a warmth or a softness. And then to re-learn about them as adults through material stuff.
Episode 9 – Living In An Iconic New Zealand House
Q: Can you just describe it as you come home in the evening, when you see the building, what does it look like to you?
You come up a long driveway, which is just gravel and through a sort of paddock, and the house sits up on top of a rise, like a little bank and it sits kind of majestically on top of this bank.
Episode 8 - Questions
Q: Tell me why we in Australia haven't used the old 1960s and 70s modernist designs like the low line by Pettit and Sevit, or Ken Woolley's designs to create templates for prefab housing?
Tim explains how these designs were once popular but outdated preferences for larger homes led to their decline. He also touches on the public's hesitation towards prefab housing despite its historical existence.
Episode 8 - Questions
Q: Should a run of the mill 1950s office building or a 1930s California bungalow stay or should they be demolished so many more people have a place to live?
Kev expresses the need for heritage consideration in demolishing older buildings, suggesting that what may seem mundane today could be valued history in the future.
Episode 8 - Questions
Q: In this time of a housing affordability crisis, do you think it still makes sense to use an architect? Where do you see the value? Is it worth the money?
Tim discusses how hiring an architect can create a deeply personal and fulfilling experience, emphasizing the unique insights they bring into architecture and home design, especially amid affordability crises.

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Dedicated to exploring the intersection of design and architecture, this show features lively discussions driven by the passion of two hosts with a rich background in the field. They embark on journeys to various locations, often sharing humorous anecdotes and insights while engaging with local cultures and histories. Episodes cover a variety of themes, from architectural legacies and social housing to the personal stories embedded in the places they visit. There is a strong emphasis on community, nostalgia, and the cultural narratives shaped by design, making it an appealing listen for enthusiasts in the realm of architecture, storytelling, and personal spaces.

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