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Talking Design

 RMIT University

Talking Design is a fortnightly podcast review of design in all its facets - from architecture to industrial design, from fashion to automotive design. It features interviews with prominent designers and expert analysis from RMIT University academics. Talking Design is produced by experienced journalist Stephen Crafti and sponsored by RMIT.

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Design Visual Arts Arts
Update frequency
every 16 days
Average duration
25 minutes
Episodes
228
Years Active
2011 - 2025
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Kristin Green, Director of KGA Architecture

Kristin Green, Director of KGA Architecture

Kristin Green is the director of KGA Architecture and winner of the 2024 Marion Mahony Award for Interior Architecture.


In this deeply layered conversation, Kristin joins Stephen to discuss her award-…

00:27:00  |   Thu 19 Jun 2025
André Bonnice, Co-founder of Simulaa Architecture

André Bonnice, Co-founder of Simulaa Architecture

André Bonnice is the co-founder of Simulaa, alongside his life and business partner Anna Jankovic.


From designing amenity facilities in rural Victoria to creating furniture under the term ‘Energy Obje…

00:21:30  |   Mon 09 Jun 2025
Lucy Clemenger, Architect

Lucy Clemenger, Architect

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 episo…

00:20:40  |   Thu 03 Oct 2024
Zahava Elenberg, Director of Move-in

Zahava Elenberg, Director of Move-in

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…

00:22:03  |   Mon 15 Jul 2024
Mel Bright, Design Director of Studio Bright

Mel Bright, Design Director of Studio Bright

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 ab…

00:22:01  |   Tue 18 Jun 2024
Michael Artemenko, Director of FIGR

Michael Artemenko, Director of FIGR

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 arc…

00:21:20  |   Tue 28 May 2024
Dr. James Carey, Interior Design

Dr. James Carey, Interior Design

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,…
00:25:52  |   Tue 16 Aug 2022
Denise Sprynskyj and Peter Boyd, S!X

Denise Sprynskyj and Peter Boyd, S!X


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 docto…
00:30:38  |   Thu 21 Jul 2022
Luke Brown, Creative Director of TCYK

Luke Brown, Creative Director of TCYK

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 b…
00:26:08  |   Mon 23 May 2022
Danielle Whitfield

Danielle Whitfield

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…
00:27:32  |   Fri 29 Apr 2022
Simone LeAmon

Simone LeAmon

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 Degre…
00:36:11  |   Tue 12 Apr 2022
Architect Robert Simeoni

Architect Robert Simeoni

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 …
00:25:37  |   Wed 23 Mar 2022
Enza Angelucci, Director of Angelucci Architects

Enza Angelucci, Director of Angelucci Architects

Director of Angelucci Architects, Enza established her practice in 2006 after working for a decade with architect Norman Day, also a writer and critic. Enza, a graduate and alumni of RMIT University,…
00:23:34  |   Wed 12 Jan 2022
David and Jacqui Wagner, Architects at Atelier Wagner

David and Jacqui Wagner, Architects at Atelier Wagner

Architects David and Jacqui Wagner are a husband and wife team behind the practice Atelier Wagner. They have established a reputation for their fine and sensitive approach to restoring and repurposin…
00:21:41  |   Wed 29 Dec 2021
Sally Dan-Cuthbert, Gallery Director

Sally Dan-Cuthbert, Gallery Director

Sally Dan-Cuthbert opened her gallery in Rushcutters Bay, Sydney in 2019 as the pandemic took hold. While the last two years have been challenging, she sees greater interest in functional art, whethe…
00:22:57  |   Wed 15 Dec 2021
Antonia Syme, Director of Australian Tapestry Workshop

Antonia Syme, Director of Australian Tapestry Workshop

Tapestries are experiencing a revival - perhaps in line with renewed interest in 1970s architecture and design, when tapestries were at their peak. Stephen Crafti caught up with Antonia Syme, Directo…
00:27:50  |   Wed 01 Dec 2021
Richard Cole, Director of Richard Cole Architecture

Richard Cole, Director of Richard Cole Architecture

Based in Avalon on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, architect Richard Cole has established a strong following in this locale. His fine architect-designed houses, although having their own ‘voice’, find ins…
00:20:28  |   Wed 17 Nov 2021
Christopher Peck, Director of Art of Architecture (AOA)

Christopher Peck, Director of Art of Architecture (AOA)

Architect Chris Peck is a Director of Art of Architecture (AOA). The name of his architectural practice reflects his interest in both art and architecture. AOA has not only established a reputation f…
00:16:53  |   Wed 03 Nov 2021
William Smart, Founder & Creative Director of Smart Design Studio

William Smart, Founder & Creative Director of Smart Design Studio

William Smart has made a reputation since establishing his practice in 1997. From modest beginnings, he has received numerous awards for projects, including his own studio and apartment in Alexandria…
00:26:22  |   Wed 20 Oct 2021
Nanette Carter & Robyn Oswald-Jacobs, Authors of Frances Burke: Designer of Modern Textiles

Nanette Carter & Robyn Oswald-Jacobs, Authors of Frances Burke: Designer of Modern Textiles

Textile designer Frances Burke is the subject of this book, which is co authored by Nanette Carter and Robyn Oswald-Jacobs. Titled Frances Burke: Designer of Modern Textiles, the book beautifully cov…
00:22:38  |   Wed 06 Oct 2021
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