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Monocle on Design

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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

We speak to Phoebe Lindsay, Materiality Senior Manager for Range Rover. Hear how the storied automaker uses materials to shape emotions and tell stories. Plus, taking a holistic approach to design strategy.

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How do you pick a unique brand colour and does it matter? Pantone Color Institute’s vice-president joins to discuss. Then: Tallinn architecture students pay homage to Louis Kahn. Plus: Nic and Grace on brand collaboration.

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We speak to Will Verity, Brand Design Chief for Range Rover, at Design Miami. Hear how sound, scent and space shape our experience of brand. Plus, drawing inspiration from the colour black and modernist architecture.

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As Japan’s train designs race into the future, their plazas return to nature. Ryuma Takahashi speaks to the architect behind new plans for Iida station. Then: Giles Miller on sculpture as jewellery, plus our view on new proposals for Washington Dulle... more

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Recent Guests

Phoebe Lindsay
Materiality Senior Manager for Range Rover
Range Rover
Episode: New Materials: Range Rover
Laurie Pressman
Vice President of the Pantone Color Institute
Pantone
Episode: Honouring brand legacy with the Pantone Colour Institute and the Louis Kahn Foundation
Angel Estevez Calvo
Director and chief executive architect at Met Team Architects
Met Team Architects
Episode: Japan’s future plazas with Met Team Architects and sculpture as jewellery with Giles Miller
Giles Miller
British sculptor and designer
Episode: Japan’s future plazas with Met Team Architects and sculpture as jewellery with Giles Miller
Miminat Shodeinde
British-Nigerian designer known for her focus on beauty in design over just functionality, and her work in yacht design and furniture.
Independent designer
Episode: How does a city affect design? Miminat Shodeinde and Joris Laarman on process and place
Joris Laarman
Dutch designer recognized for his experimental approaches that blend technology with nature.
Independent designer
Episode: How does a city affect design? Miminat Shodeinde and Joris Laarman on process and place
Alyina Ahmed
Co-founder of ARDH Collective
ARDH Collective
Episode: Design in Dubai with ARDH Collective and Some Kind of Practice
Omar Darwish
Co-founder of Some Kind of Practice and architect
Some Kind of Practice
Episode: Design in Dubai with ARDH Collective and Some Kind of Practice
Alberto Lambert
CEO and founder of Altere Design Studios
Altere Design Studios
Episode: Taking design cues from nature with Altere Studios and Tom Kundig

Hosts

Nic Monisse
Host of Monocle on Design
Grace Charlton
Co-host of Monocle on Design

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 264 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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Listeners appreciate the well-rounded coverage of both traditional and contemporary design trends.
Feedback highlights the show's quality and professionalism, with many citing it as a dependable resource for industry insights.
The engaging discussions with guests often resonate and inspire listeners, aligning design with societal and cultural contexts.

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#32
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Apple Podcasts
#12
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Apple Podcasts
#52
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#172
United Kingdom/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#12
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Apple Podcasts
#19
Australia/Arts/Design

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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.
Defining Brand: Range Rover
Q: Why are these details, such as sound and scent, important?
Verity emphasizes the need for a full sensory experience, as these elements contribute to how people feel about their interactions with the brand.
Defining Brand: Range Rover
Q: How have you ended up here in this car with me?
Will Verity explains his role as the Brand Design Chief for Range Rover, overseeing various touchpoints within the brand, including vehicle and interior design.
Japan’s future plazas with Met Team Architects and sculpture as jewellery with Giles Miller
Q: What do the wooden joinery or a Japanese design mean? What kind of philosophy did Met want to express through these projects?
Angel Estevez Calvo explains that the design is about efficiency and reflects the minimalist nature of Japanese architecture through the use of local materials.

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Focusing on the multifaceted world of design, this series offers an insightful exploration of various design disciplines, encompassing furniture, architecture, fashion, and more. Episodes feature dynamic discussions that highlight the intersection of contemporary design trends with deeper cultural and societal contexts. Guests from diverse backgrounds, including architects, designers, and brand leaders, bring unique perspectives, enriching conversations about accessibility, functionality, and the emotional impacts of design.

Listeners can expect to engage with a range of topics that not only celebrate aesthetic beauty but also push the boundaries of what design represents in everyday life. The show uniquely aims to democratize design, maki... more

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1. Phoebe Lindsay
2. Laurie Pressman
3. Angel Estevez Calvo
4. Giles Miller
5. Miminat Shodeinde
6. Joris Laarman
7. Alyina Ahmed
8. Omar Darwish

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