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Monocle on Design

Monocle
Design
Architecture
Sustainability
Furniture Design
Milan Design Week
Craftsmanship
Sustainable Design
Interior Design
Collectible Design
Fashion
Contemporary Design
Lighting Design
Copenhagen
Finnish Design
London Design Festival
Design Parade
Furniture
Exhibitions
Lisbon Design Week
Venice Biennale

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

Niwaki founder Jake Hobson on why Japanese garden shears demonstrate the key to good design. Plus: Ferrari shocks critics. And: the joy of luxury stationery.

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Chef-turned-CEO Hugo Worsley tells us why design-lovers are obsessed with Allday Goods’ knives. Plus: Australia’s new census puts design on the map and why your next hotel stay should be the Chesa Grischuna in Klosters.

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Clémence Pirajean and James Lees tell us about how narratives are essential to designing luxury interiors well. Plus: cooling off with design-thinking and the architecture of clubs.

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Hungarian designer Linda Boronkay on crafting hospitality interiors that ‘nourish the soul’. Then: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton on luxury kebabs, animism and the object in their house that they would save first.

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Jake Hobson
British gardener, writer and founder of Niwaki
Niwaki
Episode: What can designers learn from the principles of Japanese gardening?
Clémence Pirajean
Co-founder of Pirajean Lees, interior architecture and design studio
Pirajean Lees
Episode: Narrative design and clubbing with Pirajean Lees
James Lees
Co-founder of Pirajean Lees, interior architecture and design studio
Pirajean Lees
Episode: Narrative design and clubbing with Pirajean Lees
Linda Boronkay
London-based interior designer; former design director at Soho House; worked on hotels, clubs, restaurants and homes
Independent design practice; formerly Soho House
Episode: Linda Boronkay on designing for the soul. Plus: late-night kebabs get a chic makeover
Alex Holloway
Founder and Creative Director at Holloway Li
Holloway Li
Episode: Interior architect Alex Holloway takes inspiration from cinema and online slang
Dorothée Boissier
Interior architect at Gilles and Boissier
Gilles and Boissier
Episode: What separates luxury interiors from the rest?
Rolf Fehlbaum
Chairman emeritus and former board member of Vitra
Vitra
Episode: Henry Wilson’s philosophy of designing imperfection and Rolf Fehlbaum on the importance of friendship
Henry Wilson
Sydney-based designer working across furniture, lighting, and metalwork
Independent designer
Episode: Henry Wilson’s philosophy of designing imperfection and Rolf Fehlbaum on the importance of friendship
Fernanda Canales
Mexico City-based architect, author, and academic; founder of her design studio
Canales Arquitectos
Episode: From house to home: Fernanda Canales, Thuma’s Alec Banks and the importance of ritual with Sophie Lou Jacobsen

Hosts

Nic Monisse
Host with focus on guiding interviews and introducing segments
Grace Charlton
Associate editor with design and fashion background; co-host

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 271 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 States10 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
    Australia10 years ago
  • High quality

    as everything else from Monocle.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hotitem
    Germany10 years ago

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Professional, informative design coverage with strong interviews.
Diverse topics spanning architecture, design, and fashion.
Some listeners find interview style a bit constrained or tweaky in tone.

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#18
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Apple Podcasts
#6
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#10
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Apple Podcasts
#141
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#168
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#7
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What can designers learn from the principles of Japanese gardening?
Q: How do you balance British and Japanese aesthetics in Niwaki's products?
By focusing on landscape as a concept and embracing a culture of simplicity and respect; tools and collaborations reflect a design language that feels both refined and approachable.
What can designers learn from the principles of Japanese gardening?
Q: What makes a good garden tool and how do you design it?
The key is simplicity, quality materials, and precise forging; unnecessary features are avoided to achieve durability, balance, and ease of use.
Narrative design and clubbing with Pirajean Lees
Q: First of all, can you please explain what narrative design is?
Narrative design is about the emotions and stories behind objects or places, not just visual references; it uses that story to guide everything from form to function in a space.
Interior architect Alex Holloway takes inspiration from cinema and online slang
Q: What drives Holloway Li's approach to designing spaces that feel timeless yet relevant?
They focus on finding a unique storytelling angle for each project, pairing material exploration with cultural shifts to create spaces that resonate with current and future audiences, while maintaining longevity and adaptability.
Does Copenhagen’s 3 Days of Design now rival Milan Design Week?
Q: Why come to Copenhagen and present Australian design as part of Latitude, and what does that mean for the event?
Latitude brought Australian designers and broader international voices into Copenhagen, highlighting how the fair can host diverse showcases, foster cross-cultural exchange, and broaden its global relevance while maintaining a local Copenhagen core.

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Design-forward conversations cover furniture, architecture, craft, and technology, with a strong emphasis on how materials, place, and storytelling shape contemporary spaces. Episodes frequently pair studio visits and event coverage (milan design week, design fairs, residencies) with in-depth interviews from leading designers, architects, and editors, offering practical insights on collaboration, sustainability, and user experience. A standout pattern is the blend of hands-on design critique, narrative-driven projects, and explorations of culture's influence on form, making it a compelling listen for professionals seeking trends, process, and context across the design world.

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1. Jake Hobson
2. Clémence Pirajean
3. James Lees
4. Linda Boronkay
5. Alex Holloway
6. Dorothée Boissier
7. Rolf Fehlbaum
8. Henry Wilson

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