Episodios

  • Kristin Green, Director of KGA Architecture
    Jun 19 2025

    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-winning ‘gallery home’—a unique fusion of private residence and public art space nestled in the Dandenongs. The project celebrates Australian craft, local materials, and the power of design to build community.


    From handmade chandeliers to leather balustrades, Kristin shares her process, her inspirations, and the lessons learned from years spent building with integrity and heart.

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    27 m
  • André Bonnice, Co-founder of Simulaa Architecture
    Jun 9 2025

    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 Object’, the two RMIT alumni are continually researching new ways to lower the carbon footprint.


    Kicking off a brand new season of Talking Design, André talks to Stephen about pushing sustainability to the next level, and reveals the key advice he gives to up-and-coming architecture students.

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    22 m
  • Lucy Clemenger, Architect
    Oct 3 2024

    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 episode, her and Stephen discuss the differences between rural and city builds, as well as the reasons why modern architects need to stay agile.

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    21 m
  • Zahava Elenberg, Director of Move-in
    Jul 15 2024

    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 classes to embarking on a bold new collaboration with Lisa Gorman.


    Join us for a new episode every fortnight!

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    22 m
  • Mel Bright, Design Director of Studio Bright
    Jun 18 2024

    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 about not being locked into one style, the importance of creating beautiful spaces for people living with disabilities, and how her practice’s success impacts her current work.


    Join us for a new episode every fortnight!

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    22 m
  • Michael Artemenko, Director of FIGR
    May 28 2024

    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 architect, Michael happened to meet his fellow co-founder while studying at RMIT—where he graduated in 2008.


    Join us for a new episode every fortnight!

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    21 m
  • Dr. James Carey, Interior Design
    Aug 16 2022
    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, both local and global, Carey enjoys heading up the university’s fourth year program -teaching students on the broader aspects of design.

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    26 m
  • Denise Sprynskyj and Peter Boyd, S!X
    Jul 21 2022

    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 doctorates from RMIT where they also lecture in the School of Fashion & Design, they work continues to attract a strong following and can be found in galleries such as the National Gallery of Victoria.

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    31 m