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Monocle on Design

Monocle
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair
Sustainability
Design
Les Arcs
Architecture
Sustainable Fashion
Toronto
Designto
Browns
Fashion Weeks
Emerging Talent
Market Trends
J.lindeberg
Textile Design
Anodizing
Copenhagen
Moki Cherry
Theaster Gates
Qantas
Charlotte Perriand

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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Latest Episodes

Across a two-part series, we recap design salon Matter and Shape. We hear from three brands editing new and archival works, talk cross-cultural pollination with Villa Hegra and consider how we can design with scent.

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Korean craft has long been overlooked. We speak to author Hyo Jung Lee about her book exploring the full scope of the country’s design practice. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton discuss the design landscapes of Cape Town and Marrakesh.

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Design in Ho Chi Minh is on the up: we speak with one designer who is using the city’s signature restaurant stools as a canvas. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton pick highlights of The Monocle 100 from the March issue.

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As London craft-and-design fair Collect gets under way, Nic Monisse chats with director TF Chan about the philosophy of “fewer, better things”. Plus: buttons and handles are coming back to our vehicles but will Nic and Grace Charlton give them the gr... more

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Recent Guests

Sebastien Tardy
Chief of Collections of the Foundation Arp Taubur
Foundation Arp Taubur
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Ida Kukapuro
Director of Studio Kukapuro
Studio Kukapuro
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Amelie de Passage
Founder, Petite Friteur
Petite Friteur
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Bader Ali
Visual artist and Villa Hegra resident
Villa Hegra
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Basma Fellamban
Artist and co-curator of Villa Hegra
Villa Hegra
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Fereel Fodil
CEO of Villa Hegra
Villa Hegra
Episode: Matter and Shape, part one: Investigating Editions, New Cultural Landscapes and Olfactory Oral
Hyo Jung Lee
Graphic designer and author
Pentagram; Korean Craft and Design; author of Jeong
Episode: What can Korean craft teach us about our possessions? Hyo Jung Lee on her book ‘Jeong’
Emmie Massias
French-Vietnamese designer, half of Amalgam Studio
Amalgam Studio (Ho Chi Minh City)
Episode: Do local materials make objects better? Emmie Massias on the rise of Vietnamese design
TF Chan
Director of Collect
Crafts Council
Episode: Is it time to go back to human-centred design? TF Chan on Collect 2026

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 265 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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#20
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Apple Podcasts
#10
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#15
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#229
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#15
France/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#20
Australia/Arts/Design

Talking Points

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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.
New Materials: Range Rover
Q: Can you give us a little bit of an example of those sorts of narratives that you want to tell, like maybe is there a bespoke project you've worked on that speaks to this?
Phoebe describes the Orpheus Edition designed for the Australian market, inspired by Orpheus Island, showcasing unique exterior colors and embroidery reflecting the local environment.
Defining Brand: Range Rover
Q: How do you make sure you're being respectful to the DNA while still evolving?
Verity discusses the challenge of balancing brand heritage with innovation, focusing on the importance of making meaningful design decisions.

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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. Sebastien Tardy
2. Ida Kukapuro
3. Amelie de Passage
4. Bader Ali
5. Basma Fellamban
6. Fereel Fodil
7. Hyo Jung Lee
8. Emmie Massias

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