Podcasts
Making waste work | Amy Seo
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Amy Seo of Second Edition discusses whether there is an appetite for deconstruction and material reuse across projects in Australia.
Thinking like a fox | Neil Durbach, Camilla Block and David Jaggers
In celebration of their 2026 Gold Medal win, Neil Durbach, Camilla Block and David Jaggers sit down to discuss collaboration, creative process and the dynamics behind their practice.
Who benefits from Indigenous design? | Alison Page
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Alison Page discusses the growing interest in Indigenous design – and the opportunities and complexities it brings.
Every design project is a research project | Nigel Bertram
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Nigel Bertram of NMBW Architecture Studio reflects on the opportunities for innovation through research-led design and the value of post-occupancy evaluations.
Private vision, public value | Ingrid Richards
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Ingrid Richards reflects on the considerations required when designing civic legacy from private commissions and what urban qualities evolve best over time.
Building as an act, not an object | Níall McLaughlin
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Níall McLaughlin discusses his studio’s philosophy and evolving approach to architecture after being appointed to design a new Catholic cathedral in Sydney.
Are we overprotecting play? | Mike Hewson
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Mike Hewson reflects on how resisting over-designing in public space can foster moments of unexpected delight, playful risk and multigenerational inclusivity.
How to practise what you preach | Sarah Lynn Rees
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, associate principal at Jackson Clements Burrows Sarah Lynn Rees discusses how her activism and support for Indigenous agency and leadership in architecture is being realised in project conception, procurement and delivery.
Has architecture lost its nerve? | Peter McIntyre
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Peter McIntyre AO explores how growing risk aversion may be curbing the potential of young architects and architectural innovation.
Should architects resist the ‘emerging’ label? | Belqis Youssofzay
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, Belqis Youssofzay of award-winning architecture and interior design practice Youssofzay Hart reflects on the advantages and limitations of being labelled an “emerging architect.”
The economics of practice | Isabelle Toland and Andrew Nimmo
In this episode, co-founder of Aileen Sage Architects Isabelle Toland and co-founder of Lahznimmo Architects Andrew Nimmo discuss the business of architectural practice – from fees and procurement to the realities of starting and running a studio.
The language of space and time | Olafur Eliasson
In this episode of Design Speaks Weekly, renowned Icelandic-Danish artist Olafur Eliasson discusses nature in cities, the tensions between the natural and human-made worlds, and the need to face the trauma of the climate crisis.
Is International Women’s Day still relevant? | Monique Woodward
Monique Woodward, principal of WOWOWA Architecture and Interiors and a longtime advocate for gender equity in architecture, considers whether International Women’s Day still drives meaningful change in the built environment.
Less house, more life | John Ellway
In this episode, John Ellway speaks about creating homes that are compact, practical and a delight to live in.
Does architecture shape who we are? | Angelo Candalepas
In this episode, Angelo reflects on the delicacies around designing cultural buildings and the role architecture plays in embodying a city’s aspirations.
Architecture vs politics | Elizabeth Watson Brown
In this episode, architect and member of the Australian Greens Elizabeth Watson-Brown shares her insights on practice, politics and how architecture can contribute to affordable and desirable housing.
Is the sum of parts greater than the whole? | Simon Pendal
In the first episode for 2026, Simon Pendal reflects on the value of smaller projects and how their collective contribution to city-making changes the way we live.
What kind of designer do you want to be? | Rory Hyde and Grace Mortlock
In this episode, Rory Hyde of the University of Melbourne and Grace Mortlock of Other Architects share their observations and opinions on the future of practice.
Advice to a young architect | Sean Godsell
In this episode, architect Sean Godsell reflects on his career, the current state of the profession and what future architects might consider in their own journeys.
Does architecture have a PR problem? | Elizabeth Farrelly
In this episode, critic, urban thinker and architectural educator Elizabeth Farrelly considers why architects have the reputation they do, and whether it’s holding the industry back from leading on contemporary issues.
