Rephonic
Artwork for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast

I Hear Design: the i+s podcast

interiors+sources
Sustainability
Interior Design
Biophilic Design
Trump's Executive Order On Federal Design
Artificial Intelligence
Workplace Design
Gensler
Chemical Fabrics and Film
Climate-Resilient Schools
American Institute Of Architects
Neuroinclusive Design
Wellness
Trauma-Informed Design
Workplace Strategy
Healthcare
Society Of Architectural Historians
Adaptive Reuse
Architecture
Mental Health
LEED V5

I Hear Design is your source for interior design and architecture news, interviews and opinions. Send any questions to iheardesignpodcast@gmail.com

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes356Founded8 years ago
Number of ListenersCategories
DesignArtsVisual Arts

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast

Latest Episodes

As Chicago Design Week 2026 approaches, the conversation around commercial interiors is expanding beyond product launches and showroom trends at NeoCon and Design Days to focus more deeply on the materials that shape our built environments.

In this ... more

In this In Case You Missed It episode of the I Hear Design podcast, we revisit an interiors+sources article by Janelle Penny on Relish Food Hall + Pickleball, an 88,000-square-foot adaptive reuse project in Louisville, Colorado, designed by Swan Dive... more

Textiles are no longer just a finishing touch—they’re a high-performance design solution. In this episode of Product Talk, Lauren Brant explores how textiles are shaping acoustics, wellness, and sustainability while influencing how people feel and in... more

What does sustainable design actually look like when you strip away the rhetoric? In this Earth Month episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen takes a thoughtful (and at times provocative) look at the state of the sustainability conversation in... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
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.

The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times

Recent Guests

Jon Strassner
Former Chief Sustainability Officer at ASID; sustainability consultant; host of Once Upon a Planet; creator of ReWritten
ASID; ReWritten; Once Upon a Planet
Episode: Why Material Intelligence Matters at NeoCon and Chicago Design Week 2026 with Jon Strassner and Kenn Busch
Alexander Kaplan
Owner and principal of Swan Dive Design Studio
Swan Dive Design Studio
Episode: ICYMI: Swan Dive Design Studio Transforms a Sam’s Club into a Community Hub and Pickleball Destination
Valerie O'Keefe
Senior Director of Engagement at ASID
ASID
Episode: ICYMI: From Classroom to Career: The People Who Shape a Designer’s Path
David Shrove Brown
Co-founder involved in mentorship approaches and firm leadership
FCA (FCA) / Anonymous firm context from transcript
Episode: ICYMI: From Classroom to Career: The People Who Shape a Designer’s Path
Ansel Rodway
FA senior associate and project architectural designer
FCA / Temple background
Episode: ICYMI: From Classroom to Career: The People Who Shape a Designer’s Path
Dave Trost
Co-founding partner discussing mentorship origins
FCA
Episode: ICYMI: From Classroom to Career: The People Who Shape a Designer’s Path
Christina Franklin
Partner and director of interior design at Generator Studio
Generator Studio
Episode: How to Build an Interiors Team From Scratch with Christina Franklin
Benjamin Ayers
Principal and Architect at Mancini
Mancini
Episode: Mobility + Place (Part 2): Designing for the Desert with Ben Ayers and Hannah Hackathorn
Hannah Hackathorn
Interior Designer and co-leader of Mancini's Phoenix office
Mancini
Episode: Mobility + Place (Part 2): Designing for the Desert with Ben Ayers and Hannah Hackathorn

Hosts

Robert Nieminen
Host of I Hear Design, editor at Interiors and Sources
Lauren Brant
Host of Product Talk and staff writer for Interiors and Sources

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 6 ratings
  • Awesome show

    Great show that shares insights for the interior design industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    christophtrappe
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Provides thoughtful, design-forward perspectives that are practical and benchmark-driven.
Has strong guests spanning top firms, offering real-world insights.
The discussions blend theory with actionable takeaways for project teams.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#62
Argentina/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#192
Finland/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#207
Sweden/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Build an Interiors Team From Scratch with Christina Franklin
Q: If you were starting an interiors team today, where would you begin?
Define your point of view and integrate interiors from day one, ensuring they're part of the strategy and collaboration rather than a postscript; establish clear scope, standards of excellence, and a consistent design narrative before hiring.
Mobility + Place (Part 2): Designing for the Desert with Ben Ayers and Hannah Hackathorn
Q: What are some of the defining conditions or challenges shaping design decisions in the Phoenix area?
The city faces extreme heat, water conservation pressures, rapid growth straining infrastructure, and a need to create authentic regional character. Design responses emphasize shade, thermal comfort, transitions, water strategies, and adaptive reuse within a dense, walkable context.
Mobility + Place (Part 1): Designing for the Passenger Experience with John Anthal
Q: What has changed most in the last five to ten years about what passengers need from airport environments?
Passengers increasingly expect streamlined, intuitive experiences with less friction, more automation, and a calmer environment that still preserves a sense of place and local character. This includes faster, more forgiving security experiences and lounges that balance comfort with efficiency.
Women’s History Month: Redefining Leadership in Architecture and Interiors with Bhavini Hardev and Lisa Haude
Q: What practical steps can emerging women leaders take to advance within their firms?
Build a supportive village of mentors across disciplines, seek diverse experiences, volunteer for challenging projects, communicate with intentional tone, and pursue ongoing learning while modeling curiosity and resilience.
Women’s History Month: Redefining Leadership in Architecture and Interiors with Bhavini Hardev and Lisa Haude
Q: What is the most urgent thing to celebrate about women in leadership in the AEC industry today?
Recognition that progress is real in some areas, but persistent gaps remain in representation, pay, mentorship, and work-life balance; leadership now means fostering inclusive, collaborative cultures where women can lead without compromising their values or voice.

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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast

What is I Hear Design: the i+s podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-focused interview show that centers on interior design, architecture, and the broader built environment. Across episodes, listeners encounter deep dives into sustainable materials, climate-conscious design in desert environments, and practical workflows for better product specification, along with conversations about workplace strategy, acoustics, and inclusive leadership in design firms. Notable strengths include data-driven discussions, high-profile design firm perspectives, and a clear emphasis on tangible outcomes—whether it's carbon accounting in materials, ROI for sustainable design, or mentorship and leadership within multidisciplinary practices. The show often blends theory with real-world case studies, bringing in executiv... more

Where can I find podcast stats for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast. 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does I Hear Design: the i+s podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast, 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast, 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers I Hear Design: the i+s podcast 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with I Hear Design: the i+s podcast:

1. The Daily

How many episodes of I Hear Design: the i+s podcast are there?

I Hear Design: the i+s podcast launched 8 years ago and published 356 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for I Hear Design: the i+s podcast 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of I Hear Design: the i+s podcast. 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 I Hear Design: the i+s podcast?

Recent guests on I Hear Design: the i+s podcast include:

1. Jon Strassner
2. Alexander Kaplan
3. Valerie O'Keefe
4. David Shrove Brown
5. Ansel Rodway
6. Dave Trost
7. Christina Franklin
8. Benjamin Ayers

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