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Monocle on Design

Monocle
Design
Architecture
Sustainability
Milan Design Week
Furniture Design
Craftsmanship
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Lighting Design
Collectible Design
Fashion
Contemporary Design
Copenhagen
Furniture
Timelessness
Finnish Design
Salone Del Mobile
London Design Festival
Design Parade
Exhibitions

Everything you need to know about the world of design, from furniture to fashion and craft to architecture. Expect fresh stories, new finds and designers and all the latest news from the world’s most exciting studios.

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We talk with designer Franck Genser about his work for Louis Vuitton. Then: Mario Milana and Gabriella Campagna of Casa Milana on their apartment-turned-showroom. Plus: Highlights from Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton.

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Fernando Augusto Pacheco visits Jig, a new furniture shop in London’s Soho that champions contemporary Brazilian design. Then: Exploring De Stijl at the Rietveld Schröder House and we look forward to Salone del Mobile 2026.

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Emily Marant discusses how residencies, cultural infrastructure and site-specific creation are redefining AlUla. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton on the new flat-pack Eames house and Salone del Mobile 2026.

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At a Japan House exhibition in London, curator Nagata Takahiro details the practice and philosophy of craftspeople working across Japan today. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton flick through the new issue of Monocle and discuss some of their favou... more

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Franck Genser
Designer
Louis Vuitton collaboration
Episode: Is collectable design on the rise at Salone del Mobile? A selection of highlights from Milan Design Week 2026
Mario Milana
Co-founder, Casa Milana
Casa Milana
Episode: Is collectable design on the rise at Salone del Mobile? A selection of highlights from Milan Design Week 2026
Gabriella Campagna
Co-founder, Casa Milana
Casa Milana
Episode: Is collectable design on the rise at Salone del Mobile? A selection of highlights from Milan Design Week 2026
Grace Nemeth
Co-founder of Jig Studio in London
Jig Studio
Episode: The rise and rise of Brazilian design with Jig. Plus: touring the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht.
Richard Penman
Co-founder of Jig Studio in London
Jig Studio
Episode: The rise and rise of Brazilian design with Jig. Plus: touring the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht.
Natalie Dubois
Curator, Centraal Museum; authority on Rietveld Schröder House
Centraal Museum
Episode: The rise and rise of Brazilian design with Jig. Plus: touring the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht.
Charlie Harschemann
Tour guide for the Rietveld Schröder House tour
Rietveld Schröder House Foundation/Centraal Museum
Episode: The rise and rise of Brazilian design with Jig. Plus: touring the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht.
Sheena Rossiter
Monocle's contributing editor, reporting from Utrecht
Monocle
Episode: The rise and rise of Brazilian design with Jig. Plus: touring the Rietveld Schröder House in Utrecht.
Emily Marant
Curator and co-lead for AlUla Design Residency
AlUla Design Residency
Episode: Just deserts: Exploring AlUla’s pioneering design residencies with curator Emily Marant

Hosts

Nic Monisse
Host of Monocle on Design; Monocle Magazine/Monocle Studio presence; leads design-focused conversations with practitioners and curators.
Grace Charlton
Co-host of Monocle on Design; Associate editor/curator-level perspective; contributes to shaping episode direction and topics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 268 ratings
  • Appreciated

    I appreciate this show but because I also subscrive to The Curator, I occasionally have to listen to things I have heard on Section D twice, once here and once on The Curator.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NemofromNorfolk
    United Kingdom9 years ago
  • Love it!

    I enjoy the Monocle podcasts. Well worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Atyrer
    Canada9 years ago
  • Perfect

    A professional, no nonsense, and complete look at the design world. Informational and well done. I listen to this podcast every week. Love it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bxittan
    United States9 years ago
  • Design done well

    Covers design, architecture, fashion and much more. It's a great show. Very cool. Another winner from the monocle crew

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SydneyRecordLover
    Australia9 years ago
  • High quality

    as everything else from Monocle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hotitem
    Germany9 years ago

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A few note the show's breadth across topics, with occasional critique of interview pacing in some segments.
Listeners describe it as a professional, well-curated overview of design from furniture to architecture.
Many appreciate the high-quality interviews and global design perspectives.

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#42
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#5
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#26
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#146
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#8
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#10
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Just deserts: Exploring AlUla’s pioneering design residencies with curator Emily Marant
Q: Are there a few projects this year that speak to AlUla learning about self-designing for AlUla from AlUla?
Yes. This year featured five studios, including Asil, Moody, and Studio Thus That, each addressing local materiality and context—ranging from playground-inspired installations to tile experiments using desert materials—emphasizing process and research as much as final products.
Just deserts: Exploring AlUla’s pioneering design residencies with curator Emily Marant
Q: You've mentioned the residency there. Explain that a little bit for our listeners. What's the operation here?
The AlUla residency program pairs Arts AlUla with the French Agency for the Development of AlUla to host cohorts of five designers for three months, providing production support, a ground curator, and opportunities for international exposure, including exhibitions at Milan Design Week.
What can Korean craft teach us about our possessions? Hyo Jung Lee on her book ‘Jeong’
Q: What is Jeong and how does it relate to craft?
Jeong is a uniquely Korean sentiment that develops over time, describing attachment and care infused into objects, which makes them meaningful beyond mere utility.
Do local materials make objects better? Emmie Massias on the rise of Vietnamese design
Q: How do you see local materials shaping Vietnam's design language on the international stage?
Local materials like mother of pearl and street furniture forms are being reinterpreted with contemporary craft, creating a vocabulary that reflects Saigon's urban life while appealing to global audiences through careful material storytelling and design that respects history while looking forward.
Do local materials make objects better? Emmie Massias on the rise of Vietnamese design
Q: What do you feel are the biggest hurdles for new Vietnamese design studios?
The main hurdles are the lack of dedicated design institutions, limited access to subsidies or grants, and the absence of specialized design schools, which makes it hard for young studios to start from scratch and find local platforms for exposure.

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What is Monocle on Design about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-focused show that covers furniture, architecture, craft, and brand storytelling through interviews with designers, architects, curators, and industry leaders. Episodes commonly explore editions, materiality, cross-cultural exchange, sustainability, and the evolving role of collectible design, often pairing practical design insights with broader cultural and industry context. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on global design conversations, multi-sensory and narrative approaches to design, and guests who span hands-on practitioners to strategic leaders. The format tends to blend studio-based discussions with place-based design explorations, making it a compelling listen for professionals seeking current trends, inspiration... more

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Recent guests on Monocle on Design include:

1. Franck Genser
2. Mario Milana
3. Gabriella Campagna
4. Grace Nemeth
5. Richard Penman
6. Natalie Dubois
7. Charlie Harschemann
8. Sheena Rossiter

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