Talking Design

Roy Tavenor is a director of the Red Design Group, a practice that has established a reputation for its work in retail design, both in Australia and in Asia (the practice has a separate office in Vietnam). Tavenor, was head of Marketing with Myer in the mid-1990s, before establishing The Red Design Group in 2002- someone who fully understands the highs and lows of the retail scene globally. Hosted...

Architect Keith Westbrook is a director of Cumulus Studio, with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Melbourne. With the tourism boom in Tasmania, Cumulus has grown, designing numerous hotels and tourism projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architect Helen Lardner started her career working with heritage architects Lester Tropman & Associates in Sydney before working with heritage Victoria. Director of HLCD, Lardner works closely with some of Melbourne's leading architects including Six Degrees and Kerstin Thompson Architects. Her passion and commitment for heritage comes through in this interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/...

Nicole England has combined the finest of contemporary architecture and pampered pooches in her upcoming book Resident Dog -incredible homes and the dogs that liver there -produced by Thames & Hudson Australia. Crafti find out more about this book and how the selection was made by this talented photographer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fiona Dunin graduated in Interior Design at RMIT University before going on to study architecture. Establishing her own practice FMD architects 12 years ago, she takes a holistic approach in her residential projects. Instagram account @fmdarchitects Facebook Account: @fmdarchitectsFMD Website: www.fmdarchitects.com.au Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Self taught, Maureen Sohn has created a niche in the knitwear market in Australia. Her designs, ending up as both woven and knitted garments, clearly demonstrate her talent. Her latest Winter range, all produced In Melbourne, included 50 items! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architect Tamara Dunkley established her own practice four years ago with architect Rohan Appel. The focus on their practice extends from homes to multi-res developments. One of the first houses to be completed in Hawthorn shows a moody side, maximising every square metre of this modest polt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior designer Camilla Moulders is part of steam elevating the profile of interior design. The upcoming exhibition at the Como historic mansion in South Yarra, (from 18th-21st October) will showcase the work of 23 talented interior designers. Special guests from overseas included interior designer Carolina Irving from the United States and Nina Campbell from the UK. An event not to be missed! H...

Design Adam Cornish is a straight shooter in the often etherial world of design. Trained in industrial design at UTS (Sydney) before studying at RMIT University, mentored by Kjell Grant, Cornish has created 5 products for Alessi. He also designs furniture for Tait and for Cult, with a mantra to make design accessible and affordable. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Otto La Rosa, owner of dot. Comme in Curtain House, Melbourne, has over three and a half thousand items of designer clothing from the 1980s to the present by some of the world's most coveted designers. His new showroom in Swanston Street, designed by Sibling Nation Architects, is a must see! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After working for DCM for five years, architect Reno Rizzo established his own practice in 1994 with interior designer Christopher Hansson, Together they produce highly considered work across a number of fields, including bespoke homes to an award-winning club house. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architect Nick Bayley, co-director of Bayley Ward, started his career in London. After graduating from the prestigious Bartlett School in London, he established his own architectural practice. Bayley Ward was formed In Melbourne 5 years ago now employs a staff of 18, specialising in renovations and some commercial work. You can see his work here: www.bayleyward.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

Architect Geoff Croaker is a principal with FJMT Architects. Recognised for its work designing large cultural buildings, encompassing libraries, offices, theatres and art galleries, the practice injects life into communities often in fringe suburbs. Its latest project Bunjil, in the City of Casey, provides a new focal point to this growth corridor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Dr. Mark Edgoose, Manager of the Undergraduate Program in the School of Art at RMIT University, looks after more than 500 students in various creative areas: painting, drawing, sculpture, print, gold and silversmithing, sound and video, as well as ceramics. Edgoose also produces his own work, finely made installations from steel. He has exhibited his work both in Australia and overseas. Hosted on...

Jeremy Wortsman is difficult to pigeon-hole. A graphic designer by training, he works across numerous art and design portfolios. His creative studio, Jacky Winter brings together some of Australia's creative talents, from graphic designers, animators to art direction. Originally from New York, where he has an office as well as in Melbourne, Wortsman works with advertising agencies and across the p...

Few have had as much impact on the design industry as Harriet Edquist, Director of the RMIT Design Archives at RMIT University. After 10 years the RMIT Design Archives, she and her team have collected artefacts, textiles, objects and other documents that showcases the state's rich history of design from the 20th century, from architecture through to furniture and fashion Hosted on Acast. See acast...

Mark White, director of Ramvek, a joinery company outside of Dandenong, decided to invest his time and money creating Manapan. Working with the indigenous community on the Millingimbi Island, White has produced a unique collection of furniture designed by some of Melbourne's leading furniture and lighting designers. His story was recently featured in Spectrum, The Sydney Morning Herald. Eventually...

Architect Karen Abernethy trained as an architect doing a Masters in Art in Public Spaces at RMIT University. Abernethy has established a reputation in the artistic community for her highly considered spaces, both at Gallery Funaki and for Craft Victoria. She is currently working on a yoga studio in New York and a number of residential projects. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Michael McCormack, a director of Milieu, has established a name for creating boutique-style apartments in Melbourne's inner-city. Collingwood has become a highly desirable suburb thanks to Milieu, with his apartments in Peel Street, triggering a surge of interest in what was once a fairly neglected part of town. He talks to Stephen Crafti about what he hopes to achieve both now and in the future....

Established by Janne Faulkner 50 years ago, Nexus Designs has established a reputation for creating timeless interiors. However, over the years, it has expanded its repertoire from designing bespoke homes to now fitting out apartments and hospitality projects. Stephen Crafti caught up with interior designer Sonia Simpfendorfer, Creative Director of Nexus. She discusses the last 50 years and an apa...

Lighting designer Nicci Green, director of Articolo Lighting, started her career as a chef. Deciding she preferred to be enjoying company rather than hidden in the kitchen, she switched to food styling, initially working for Votre Beaute magazine in Paris. Green founded Articolo lighting in 2012 after realising a gap in the market for bespoke lighting. Her story is fascinating. Hosted on Acast. Se...

Interior Designer Camillia Molders studied interior design at RMIT in the early 1990s. Thirteen years ago she established her own interior design practice, specialising in residential work. Her mother, an artist, introduced her to colour. Molders speaks frankly that it starts with the client and sharing the journey with them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Architect Antony Martin has established a practice to watch out for. Trained in architecture in Auckland, New Zealand, established his own practice in 2001. In a relatively short time, Martin has received a number of awards, including a recent award for his 'Shadow House' from the AIA (victorian Chapter) in 2017. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

McGlashan & Everist are considered one of Victoria's most significant architectural practices. Established by the late architects David McGlashan and Neil Everist, the duo delivered some of the states architectural gems from the 1950s. The designed John and Sunday Reid's Heidi 11 in Bulleen as well a holiday house for the arts patrons. John Lee has been with the practice for almost 40 years, b...

Jaci-Foti Lowe initially trained as a town planner before switching to architecture. In 2003, she opened Hub Furniture Lighting Living selling designer furniture and household objects. Now with almost 50 staff, and with a showroom also in Sydney, Foti-Lowe has become a 'powerhouse' of design, promoting local and international talent. Hub will shortly introduce Australians to Toogood, sisters Faye...