The aesthetics of functionality with Nifemi Marcus Bello and Wes Anderson
We discuss usage with Lagos-based designer Nifemi Marcus Bello and explore a new book on Wes Anderson’s approach to colour. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton consider how good design can help us en...
18 Nov 202533min
‘Designers on Sofas’ special: Why the couch is so often overlooked, with Ilse Crawford and Eran Chen
To celebrate the release of ‘The Monocle Book of Designers on Sofas’, editors Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton discuss their highlights from the book, featuring interviews with designer Ilse Crawford an...
11 Nov 202532min
Rethinking timekeeping for the 21st century with luxury watchmakers Ressence
Benoît Mintiens, founder of luxury watchmakers Ressence, explains the out-of-the-box thinking that goes into reimagining the mechanics of timekeeping for the modern day. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...
4 Nov 202528min
Frieze Connect’s Charlene Prempeh on the unexpected effects of good art and design
Nic Monisse discusses the social benefits of good art and design with Frieze Connect’s Charlene Prempeh. Then: New Delhi-based craft entrepreneur Vikram Goyal tells us about the search for a “modern I...
28 Okt 202528min
‘A fingerprint isn’t a flaw’: Michael Anastassiades on the art of small details
Cypriot born London-based design pioneer Michael Anastassiades discusses the importance of noticing smaller details. Plus: furniture maker Seitz unpacks the concept of “slow living” in Switzerland.See...
21 Okt 202533min
Extra: ‘Bad Language’
Photographer Max Creasy discusses the relationship between architecture and pictures, and his new exhibition at the Architectural Association in London.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
20 Okt 202510min
Driving Forward: Range Rover
We speak to Andy Wheel, Director of Production Design at JLR at Range Rover House Daylesford. Hear how a strong brand identity and an innovative approach to design continue to drive the brand forward....
16 Okt 202519min
Lessons learned
We reflect on what can be gleaned from years of design discussion and studio visits, featuring highlights from Do Ho Suh, Faye Toogood and Bisila Noha. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat...
14 Okt 202531min
