Talking Design

Originally from New Zealand, Blair Archibald has received numerous awards for his menswear, including the prestigious Victorian Premier's Design Award and the Woolmark Prize Australia and New Zealand. His bespoke clothing, sold at Masons, rarely stays on the hangers for too long! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Garden designer Rick Molino undertook a business course before switching to gardens. Initially he extended his fathers grocery business selling pot plants before launching into nurseries, including running his own called Garden Platform. He now focuses on garden design, but after years in the industry, knows where to source the right plants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat...

Robyn Oswald Jacobs studied textiles and printmaking at RMIT in the 1960s, a time she also discovered the work of post-war textile designer Frances Bourke. Decades later, she is collaborating with Dr. Nanette Carter in producing a book with the assistance of the Redmond Barry Scholarship. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Landscape Designer Myles Broad initially focused on music before switching to 'digging ditches' in gardens. He finally secured a position with Eckersley Garden Architecture (EGA) 16 years ago and is now Co-Director with Landscape Designer Scott Leung. As one leading architect remarks, 'EGA's work not only looks great but actually works well into the future'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Host of Grand Designs UK selected the Sawmill house by Archier as one of his favourites down under. Stephen Crafti catches up with architect Chris Gilbert and landscape architect John Kaitler, both graduates of RMIT University. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Danielle Whitfield, a curator of fashion and textiles at the National Gallery of Victoria, talks about the current Comme des Garcons exhibition - a must for those not only interested in fashion but the broader context of design. Starting from the early 1980s, the exhibition takes one through the 1990s and to more recent times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anna Davern studied at the Sydney College of the Arts (now the University of Sydney) before completing her Honours and Masters degree in Gold & Silversmithing at RMIT University. Davern has created a distinct signature in her work, often using vintage tin boxes as a starting point for her designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recipient of two named awards from the Australian Institute of Architects (Victorian Chapter) in 2019, the Clifton Hill development by Justin Mallia Architects shows what can be achieved when a family home becomes too large when the children leave home. It also clearly illustrates overcoming issues such as a neighbours extension! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architects Chris Stanley and his life and business partner Asha Nicholas established Splinter Society in 2003, shortly after graduating in Architecture where they met. Known for their black and moody interiors, the duo have attracted a loyal and dedicated following over the years, with magazines always eager to publish their latest work. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Philippa Crone, Director of Crone Architects, comes from a long line of eminent architects. Now head of Crone Architects' Melbourne office, Crone takes a holistic approach to her work whether its large or on a smaller domestic scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Landscape Designer Kate Seddon spent 15 years in advertising before switching to landscape design, studying at Burnley Horticultural College. She is quickly building a reputation for her domestic gardens and is currently completing a new pathway and garden at the TurraWarra Museum of Art. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Copolov studied Interior Design at RMIT University and has been with Bates Smart Architects since the early 1980s. Director of Interior Design, Copolov brings his fine touch to some of Melbourne's most important buildings. The firm's latest project, The Club Stand at Flemington Racecourse, received an Architecture Award from the AIA Victorian Chapter. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...

Principal at Populous, architect Warrick Chalmers is one of the many names behind the delivery of some of the world's most significant sporting and entertainment venues - the MCG and the Margaret Court Arena both in Melbourne, together with GMHBA Stadium in Geelong. The issues, along with the design and delivery is complex, as this interview reveals. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...

Tom McEvoy is difficult to pigeon hole. He studied photography and film before undertaking a Masters of Fashion at RMIT University. His area of interest is 20th century fashion, including the more well known such as Elvie Hill in the 1950s and '60's to less familiar names such as GHV Thomas - he has photographed more than 3,500 fashion garments through his House of Darlington - a true one of the b...

Artist Natasha Johns-Messenger initially studied fine art at RMIT University with a masters focusing on installation work. With a masters in film from the prestigious Columbia University, she now shares her time between New York and Melbourne. Her installation, a collaboration with architect John Wardle, is presently on display the NGV Ian Potter Gallery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Interior designer, Director of Bergman & Co, graduated in Interior design from RMIT University, coming to the profession relatively late in her career. Her outstanding table setting at NGV's Art of Dining allowed her to throw 'caution to the wind'. Her practice spreads across hospitality, commercial and domestic projects Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

DKO is one of Melbourne's largest practices with offices globally. Established 18 years ago by architect Koos de Keijzer, the office is responsible for some of the city's most distinctive landmarks, including the 'Dancing Couple' at Docklands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Furniture and lighting designer Suzie Stanford worked as an investment banker in London for 10 years before turning her talents to designing furniture and lighting. Initially creating contemporary jewellery for Sir Paul Smith stores around the world, she then went on to stock Libertys and later Lane Crawford in Asia - Suzie is one of Australia's most talented designers! Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Architect Oliver du Puy undertook graduate studies at the prestigious Architectural Association in London before working for Si Norman Foster. His years working in Tokyo with leading architects such as Kenga Kuma and Junya Ishigami has set a strong base to establishing his own practice in Melbourne after returning. His latest project the 'Skinny House' in South Yarra shows what can be achieved on...

Nancy Bugeja, Managing director of the HM Group looks at the changing nature of her industry. Trained as a graphic designer, she now takes print into a different world through augmented reality, and other medium, including animation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A graduate in interior design from RMIT University, Danielle Brustman opted to follow a path in stage set design before returning to interior design 8 years ago. Slowly building a reputation, she was recently included as one of 10 designers in the prestigious Rigg award held at the National Gallery of Victoria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr Janneke Blijlevens says there her middle name is 'interdisciplinary'. With degrees in physiology, and in business, she is now Senior Lecturer in Experimental Methods and Design in the School of Economics, Finance & Marketing at RMIT university. Products, be it shoes or sunglasses are designed for a reason, not just by chance! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yahov Ron studied fashion at RMIT University, graduating in 2008. In 2009 he spent a year working with Belgium designers AF Vandervorst based in Antwerp. He established his own business Paris 99 in 2001, combining his love of European vintage fashion with his own designs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Curator Jeromie Maver has been working closely with Deen Keep in an exhibition on Clement Meadmore at the Ian Potter Gallery at the University of Melbourne. Working with Parallel Practice, this exhibition showcases the work of mid-century furniture designer and sculptor Clement Meadmore - on until March 3rd 2019. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trained in gold & silversmithing at RMIT University jeweller Emma Goodsir established e.g.etal with jeweller Ali Limb This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Flinders Lane gallery supporting contemporary jewellers from Australia and New Zealand - a wonderful achievement! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.