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Convo By Design®

Josh Cooperman
Interior Design
Design
Architecture
Sustainability
Los Angeles
Kitchen Design
Timbertech
California
Design Industry
Social Media
Sustainable Design
Climate Change
Creativity
Westedge Design Fair
Artificial Intelligence
Client Expectations
Convo By Design Icon Registry
Design Philosophy
Modernism
Home Design

A podcast dedicated to promoting the ideas of architects, artists, designers, tastemakers and those making a difference in the way we live. Design is personal as is a good conversation. Copyright © Fusion Media, Inc. 2013-2025 All rights reserved.

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Daniel Franco
Owner of Dumont Builders; residential and commercial remodels and experiences
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Episode: More Than a Kitchen: Designing for the Multi-Generational Modern Home 667 | Live Thought Leadership from Pacific Sales in Huntington Beach, CA.
Denise Fernandez
Interior Designer; Johnson & Fernandez Interior Design
Johnson & Fernandez Interior Design
Episode: More Than a Kitchen: Designing for the Multi-Generational Modern Home 667 | Live Thought Leadership from Pacific Sales in Huntington Beach, CA.
Tanisha Johnson Monroe
Interior Designer; Johnson & Fernandez Interior Design
Johnson & Fernandez Interior Design
Episode: More Than a Kitchen: Designing for the Multi-Generational Modern Home 667 | Live Thought Leadership from Pacific Sales in Huntington Beach, CA.
Verzine Hovasapyan
Director of Innovation for Pacific Sales
Pacific Sales Kitchen and Home
Episode: More Than a Kitchen: Designing for the Multi-Generational Modern Home 667 | Live Thought Leadership from Pacific Sales in Huntington Beach, CA.
Kristine Anderson
Design Principal at PKA Architecture
PKA Architecture
Episode: The Resilient Art of Designing for Extremes: Creating in the Twin Cities | 666 | PKA Architecture
Andrew Edwins
Design Principal Partner at PKA Architecture
PKA Architecture
Episode: The Resilient Art of Designing for Extremes: Creating in the Twin Cities | 666 | PKA Architecture
Ryan Fish
Design Principal at PKA Architecture
PKA Architecture
Episode: The Resilient Art of Designing for Extremes: Creating in the Twin Cities | 666 | PKA Architecture
Cathy Purple Cherry
Icon Registry inductee and architect
Independent Architect
Episode: Convo By Design May 2026 ICON Cathy Purple Cherry | 665 | Designing for Life: Architecture, Emotion, and the Long View
Ron Radziner
Co-founder of Marmol Radziner Architects
Marmol Radziner
Episode: Rebuilding the Dream | 664 | The State of SoCal Architecture with Leo Marmol & Ron Radziner

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 42 ratings
  • Convo By Design provides an inside look

    This podcast provides an inside look for those in the trade. Behind the scenes, with those who are bringing style to us every day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FMMAD
    United States4 years ago
  • Amazing

    This is the best design podcast, it’s so intuitive!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andrew $$$7875
    United States5 years ago
  • Positively Must Listen

    This is exactly what designers need right now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CA DesignArch
    United States7 years ago
  • Raising the Bar

    I love how Josh brings design topics to the mainstream audience. Great work. Great thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LesserPandaDesign
    United States7 years ago
  • Always interesting

    I truly love listening to Josh on Convo By Design. The really amazing thing about his podcast is that he asks the questions that other interviewers are afraid to ask...intriguing and thoughtful questions that are so informative when answered by the guest. Whether a designer, lover of design, or just eager for great conversation, I would rank this podcast as one of my top 5 favs and urge you to subscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ct00000
    United States7 years ago

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Audio quality and interview pacing are consistently praised by listeners.
The host asks thoughtful, sometimes challenging questions that add nuance to design topics.

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#104
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#173
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#250
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Convo By Design May 2026 ICON Cathy Purple Cherry | 665 | Designing for Life: Architecture, Emotion, and the Long View
Q: What role does the site play in shaping a project like Salen Farm Farm Modern, and how do you approach view properties?
Site orientation, landform, and views drive the layout; the design often places the greatest vistas and daily living spaces to maximize connection to outdoors, with careful attention to how land is shaped and how views are framed.
Convo By Design May 2026 ICON Cathy Purple Cherry | 665 | Designing for Life: Architecture, Emotion, and the Long View
Q: How have technology, work culture, and climate shifts changed the way homes and workplaces should function over the long term?
Long-term changes require designs that anticipate decades of use, with flexible spaces, better acoustics, improved access to outdoor views, and integration of systems like geothermal rather than chasing short-term trends.
Justine Wolman | 657 | Designing Through Disruption: Building a Solo Practice in a Post-Pandemic World g a Solo Practice in a Post-Pandemic World
Q: What are your thoughts on scaling a one-person practice without losing creative control?
I would love to grow with a small team while maintaining hands-on involvement in design decisions, but I'm cautious about delegation and ensuring the team shares the same design sensibility and standards.
Justine Wolman | 657 | Designing Through Disruption: Building a Solo Practice in a Post-Pandemic World g a Solo Practice in a Post-Pandemic World
Q: How did you navigate starting a solo firm right as COVID hit?
I leaned into resourcefulness, prioritized client communication, and adapted procurement strategies to handle delayed shipments, while keeping a strong commitment to design integrity and learning as I went.
Fresh Takes on Authenticity, Resiliency and Artificial Intelligence Design Application (for now) | 651 | Stephanie Martin of Stephanie Martin Design
Q: What was your lighting plan for the Britannia Residence kitchen?
The Britannia Residence used large windows and a deep color palette balanced with extensive lighting controls (Lutron) and abundant soft lighting to keep the space feeling light and bold rather than overpowering.

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What is Convo By Design® about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Design-focused conversations spotlight architecture, interior design, product design, and the broader design industry. Across episodes, guests range from leading architects and designers to brand leaders and showroom operators, with frequent emphasis on practical design philosophy, project delivery, sustainability, and the business of design. Notable threads include biophilic and human-centered design, aging-in-place, prefab and modular construction, lighting as a design driver, and the evolving role of media and events in shaping design culture. The show's strengths lie in accessible, conversational interviews that mix theory with real-world case studies, show floor lessons, and practitioner perspectives, making it valuable for designers, ... more

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