Denise Sprynskyj and Peter Boyd, S!X

Recipient of numerous awards from the Australian Institute of Architects, including the prestigious Sir Osborne McCutcheon Award in 2023, Lucy brings years of experience to the ‘table’. In this episode, her and Stephen discuss the differences between rural and city builds, as well as the reasons why modern architects need to stay agile. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zahava Elenberg is the director of Move-in, one of Australia's leading FF&E studios.In this week’s episode, Zahava talks to Stephen Crafti about how she went from sneaking into her first architecture classes to embarking on a bold new collaboration with Lisa Gorman.Join us for a new episode every fortnight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mel Bright is the principal and design director of Studio Bright; a name which has been cemented into the fabric of Melbourne’s design landscape.In this week’s episode, Mel talks to Stephen Crafti about not being locked into one style, the importance of creating beautiful spaces for people living with disabilities, and how her practice’s success impacts her current work.Join us for a new episode every fortnight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talking Design is back in time for Melbourne Design Week 2024! Join Stephen Crafti in conversation with the co-founder and director of FIGR Architecture & Design, Michael Artemenko.Now a prolific architect, Michael happened to meet his fellow co-founder while studying at RMIT—where he graduated in 2008.Join us for a new episode every fortnight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Describing himself as an interior designer and a visual artist, Dr. James Carey switched from studying arts to Interior Design at RMIT University. As well as having worked with a number of practices, both local and global, Carey enjoys heading up the university’s fourth year program -teaching students on the broader aspects of design. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Denise Sprynskyj and Peter Boyd established S!X fashion label in 1994 -Following a deconstructed aesthetic from the outset, they continue to remain strong to their initial vision. Both now with doctorates from RMIT where they also lecture in the School of Fashion & Design, they work continues to attract a strong following and can be found in galleries such as the National Gallery of Victoria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Established 10 years ago by founder and Creative Principal Rhy Gorgol, The Company You Keep, TCYK is a multi-sectorial design practice that takes a more unconventional approach from everything from band strategies and product development to book publishing -focusing on brands that ‘speak’ rather than ‘shout’. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle Whitfield. Curator of Fashion & Textiles talks about the exhibition on Coco Chanel ‘Fashion Manifesto’ that opened at the National Gallery of Victoria in early December and will close at the end of April. She not only takes us through this exhibition but explains Chanel’s important legacy to fashion in the 20th century and beyond - a fascinating insight into the world of a fashion legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Initially studying sculpture at the Victorian College of the Arts, Simone Leamon was then given the opportunity to work with contemporary jeweller Susan Cohn. She also later undertook a Masters Degree in Industrial Design at RMIT University. Eight years ago Leamon along with her colleague Ewan McEoin were awarded the positions of the Hugh Williamson Curators at the National Gallery of Victoria and recently included the inaugural Design Fair as part of Melbourne Design Week.@ngvmelbourne@melbournedesignfair@simoneleamon#melbournedesignweekdesignfair.melbournedesignweek.melbournehttps://www.ngv.vic.gov.au/explore/collection/design-architecture Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architect Robert Simeoni is masterful when it comes to working with older buildings. His latest project, a large period home in Hawthorn, Melbourne, straddles the fine line of what to retain as much as how to create a fine contemporary home. He discusses his approach, along with other projects.Robert's Webpage - robertsimeoniarchitects.comInstagram - @robertsimeoniarchitects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.