Podcasts about design awards

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and the first of TWO very special episodes coming live from Blackpool and the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.Since we launched these awards back in September we've been putting out special monthly awards episodes talking to judges, organisers and finalists and it's all thanks to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partner Sonas Bathrooms. You can find out more about them at sonasbathrooms.comYour awards podcast host Matt Baker managed to find a quiet-ish spot at the back of the legendary Tower Ballroom where he also found our very kbbreview managing editor Andrew Davies.We grabbed all our winners as they came off stage so we're going to hear from them all split it over a couple of episodes. So, in this first one, we'll hear from our design winners as well as Andrew giving out the Special Achievement Award.In the next episode you'll hear all of our business category finalists, including the Kitchen Retailer Of The Year and Bathroom Retailer Of The Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and the first of TWO very special episodes coming live from Blackpool and the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.Since we launched these awards back in September we've been putting out special monthly awards episodes talking to judges, organisers and finalists and it's all thanks to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partner Sonas Bathrooms. You can find out more about them at sonasbathrooms.comYour awards podcast host Matt Baker managed to find a quiet-ish spot at the back of the legendary Tower Ballroom where he also found our very kbbreview managing editor Andrew Davies.We grabbed all our winners as they came off stage so we're hearing from them all split it over a couple of episodes. In Part One we heard from our design winners as well as the Special Achievement Award and now, in Part Two, we're catching up with all of our business category finalists, including the Kitchen Retailer Of The Year and Bathroom Retailer Of The Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The inaugural 2024 Cover Design Awards CCDA Winners for Fiction are here! A huge congratulations to these wonderful titles, and thank you to everyone who submitted to this new division!

The First Place and Grand Prize Winners for the Inaugural Chanticleer Cover Desgin Awards (CCDA) are here! We're so happy to celebrate these authors and thank you for joining us for this brand new division!

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this is Episode Eight of Season 14. We're heading into the long Easter weekend of course, which will be a nice break before the madness of next begins as we jet off to Blackpool for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards next Thursday.And by 'jet off' I mean the train. You don't usually have to change at Preston if you're in a jet.This episode is one of those where we pose one simple question to some retailers - how's business?These are always some of our most listened to episodes, and it's not hard to see why, the kbb market is flat at best, no one knows when that will change and, oh yes, the rest of the world seems to have genuinely gone mad.So, Andy's kbbreview colleague George Dean went off to the annual MHK Conference in Berlin a couple of weeks ago and managed to catch a few UK retailers.What's fascinating about this one, as you'll hear, is that our retailers are answering that question really by talking about how they're changing, adapting, trying new things and being pretty proactive, rather than complaining about the state of the market.It's actually great to hear and, to us anyway, that's a real sign that the independent market can do a lot to grab hold of the market and shake it, rather than waiting to be shook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this Convo of Flanigan's Eco-Logic, Ted speaks with Josh Dorfman, CEO at Supercool, a media company covering climate solutions that raise profits and quality of life. Josh is also the host of the Supercool Podcast, and co-founder of Plantd, a company that  manufactures carbon-negative building materials. He is best known as creator and host of The Lazy Environmentalist, an award-winning reality TV show on Sundance Channel, radio show on Sirius Satellite Radio, book series, and e-commerce business.He and Ted briefly discuss his background, born and raised in Armonk, in Westchester County, New York. He studied International Relations at the University of Pennsylvania, and holds an MBA from Thunderbird, The School of Global Management at Arizona State University. He shares that he had his environmental epiphany while working as a quality-control in China. Knowing that bikes would eventually be replaced by cars - and that there were going to be billions of them.Since then, his career has been focused around building companies that solve climate change by cutting carbon, boosting the bottom line, and improving modern life. Josh has launched and led multiple sustainable businesses, including Vivavi, a pioneering retail venture specializing in modern design, sustainable furniture, named to Inc. Magazine's “Green 50” as an innovator accelerating the green economy. He also highlights his role at Plantd, a manufacturer of carbon-negative building materials, where he raised the company's seed and Series A rounds, generated millions in early-stage revenue, and grew brand awareness through accolades, including Fast Company's 2024 list of the World's Most Innovative Companies and the Innovation by Design Awards.Josh shares that he enjoys speaking about innovative climate solutions and communications strategies that sway skeptics to become supporters. He concludes by sharing an optimistic view on the climate crisis, pointing out energy efficiency gains in recent years, as well as the opportunities for entrepreneurial growth to affect change and create stronger and more vibrant communities. 

Healy Partners Architects have won the Architectural Project of the Year at this year's Irish Building and Design Awards.The award is in recognition for the firm's work on 1BQ, which has now become home to Verizon in the city.Live 95 chatted with project architect Elaine Bowe and Michael Healy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John "Sinx" Sinclair is an entrepreneur and co-founder of Ustwo, a globally renowned digital product studio celebrated for its cutting-edge work in design, technology, and innovation. Founded in 2004 alongside childhood friend Matt Miller (Mills), they started working together to explore and build digital products when they were just starting to become a thing.Ustwo grew rapidly, initially specialising in mobile design, and is now celebrated for its mix of client services, self-developed intellectual property, and joint ventures. Over two decades they have built a culture of trust, collaboration and honesty where everyone can inspire each other to bring out their most creative and considered thinking. They value diversity and inclusion, believing we work better when every individual brings their perspective to the table. An award winning agency, Ustwo's accolades include a BAFTA for the cultural phenomenon ‘Monument Valley' (launched on the stage of Apple's WDWC) and were recognised at the Fast Company Innovation by Design Awards. A true advocate for innovation and collaboration, Sinx and Mills made a groundbreaking decision in April 2022 to transfer the majority ownership of Ustwo to its employees under an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). This move ensured that 62% of the company is owned by its current and future employees, reinforcing Ustwo's independence, preserving its values, and unlocking entrepreneurial potential across the organisation. Ustwo employees, or "partners," now share a stake in the company's success and are represented on the board, driving its future collectively.This Episode CoversHow Sinx transitioned from being a hands-on designer to a leadership role, implementing a leadership team, and eventually stepping away from day-to-day operations while maintaining a guiding presence.The transition of UsTwo into an Employee Ownership Trust model, how the model works, its implications for the company, and the pros and cons, including its impact on recruitment, client relationships, and the company's independence.Navigating the ups and downs of running a creative business, especially during uncertain economic times, the importance of staying engaged, adapting to market trends, and building strategies for sustainability.The importance of planning for leadership transitions and career progression to ensure continuity and growth.Sinx desire to leave a lasting legacy through UsTwo, focusing on producing impactful work, nurturing people, and proving the viability of the EOT model in creative businesses.Clarifying common misconceptions, such as the belief that employees run the company outright, and explaining the role of the trust and board in governance.LinksWebsite: UstwoSocial media: LinkedIn

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, this is Episode Six of Season 14 and your host is managing editor Andy Davies.Today we're looking at an area that gets to the heart of what good design is all about.Understanding and interpreting the needs of those that are going to use the kitchen or bathroom every day is a vital part of any brief - and that includes not just factoring in extended family and friends but also future-proofing for the potential needs to come.We've talked a lot about multi-generational design in the context of physicality before on the show, but today we're going to look at how usable kitchens and bathroom are vital for those with cognitive impairments too - in particular dementia.Jo Jeyes is our guest today and she's a designer specialising in, amongst other things, dementia-friendly design so we're going to find out what that means, the role of good kbb design in maintaining independence and dignity, how to broach and discuss this with clients and, of course, lots of actual practical tips.This is so interesting and really underpins the power of good design in making people's lives better.A quick reminder that the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards are in the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom on Thursday, April 24 and we are officially 100% sold out. However, when you have that many people there is always a chance some cancellations do happen, so, we are running a waiting list. As soon as a ticket becomes available, it will be offered to whoever is next in line on that list. It's first come, first serve so go to kbbreview.com/awards and you'll find out how to get in the queue. It's always worth the call! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to another very special episode of The kbbreview Podcast all about the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.The event is now less than a month away!On Thursday, April 24th hundreds of the industry's leading retailers, designers, suppliers, influencers and opinion-formers will arrive in Blackpool for the biggest evening of the year.As the excitement builds, in this episode we're taking a look at the venue itself. The Blackpool Tower is one of the most iconic buildings in the UK and the Ballroom simply a spectacular example of ornate Victorian splendour. So we're finding out more about this Grade One listed extravagant masterpiece from its Head of Operations Aaron Edgar.And trust us, it's absolutely fascinating.As always, huge thanks to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partner, Sonas Bathrooms, You can find out more about them at sonasbathrooms.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this is Episode 5 of Season 14 - which means we're officially halfway through the series.This week we're delving into a subject that, slowly but surely, is becoming more common - freelance KBB designers.They're not retailers in the classic definition of the word, they don't have showrooms, but they will design kitchens or bathrooms for their clients - and those clients could be consumers, developers, interior design, architects or, indeed, time-poor KBB retailers.So why go freelance? How does it work? Who are the customers and where do they find them? How do relationships with suppliers work? And with so many KBB retailers wishing they could charge for designs, how do they sell the service?This is a really insightful conversation with three top designers already doing it - Darren Morgan, Alina Tacutanu and Anna Rock and if you run a showroom, you really need to hear their views.A quick reminder that the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards are in the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom on Thursday, April 24 and we are officially 100% sold out. However, there is always a chance that with that many people some cancellations do happen, so, we are running a waiting list. As soon as a ticket becomes available, it will be offered to whoever is next in line on that list. It's first come, first serve so go to kbbreview.com/awards and you'll find out who to get in the queue. It's always worth the call! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host today is editor-at-large Rebecca Nottingham and this is another of our very special Rising Star episodes where we meet the upcoming superstars of kitchen and bathroom retail all under the age of 30.Between August 2024 and March 2025 we're picking a monthly Rising Star to feature in the magazine, online and this very podcast. Those eight monthly winners then become the shortlist for the overall winner which will be revealed at the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 in April.It's done with the support of our very good friends at Blum and you can find out more about them at blum.com…….and you can see all the Rising Stars so far at kbbreview.com/risingstarSo here's our February Rising Star - Sonny Upton, lead maker at Shape London who is not only valued for his cabinet making skills but also as a passionate, versatile and reliable member of the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tschechien: Verstärkung der Rüstung in Europa und mehr Geld für die Ukraine, Sieger des Wettbwerbs Czech Grand Design 2024 sind bekannt, Hörerforum

Tschechien: Verstärkung der Rüstung in Europa und mehr Geld für die Ukraine, Sieger des Wettbwerbs Czech Grand Design 2024 sind bekannt, Hörerforum

The Finalists for the first ever round of Chanticleer Cover Design Awards for fiction are here! Who will take home the blue ribbon and the inaugural Division Grand Prize??

Welcome to The Kbbreview Podcast and another special episode all about the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.Your host as always is Matt Baker and today we're going to shine a spotlight on the design categories and take another look into the minds of our design judges to see what they thought of this year's entries, what themes they spotted, and how much they get out of the process themselves.We caught up with them at the end of the finalists presentation days. This is when they get to quiz all the designers on their shortlisted projects and find out all the details so what are the trends that came through, and just what difference does it make to talk directly to them?Before that, a huge thank you needs to go out to our 2025 Awards Podcast Partner, Sonas Bathrooms - it's great to have their continued support. an you can find out all about them at sonasbathrooms.co.uk .The awards event is at the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom on April 24th and it is SOLD OUT. So if you still want to come, you'll have to join our waiting list. Go to kbbreview.com/awards for full details. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and after a Christmas break that has somehow reached the end of February we are back with a brand new season.It's Season 14 and we'll be with you right up to the end of April but in this first episode we're taking a look at an issue thornier than a garden full of brambles - and that's paying for displays.Who do YOU think should foot the bill - the retailer or the supplier?Why do some brands offer 'free' displays and others not?What are the pros and cons for the retailer? And if they're paying, how much control should brands therefore have on what you display?Are suppliers fundamentally underestimating the value of showroom real estate and, for that matter, exactly how retailers use those displays to sell?We're talking it all through with Tina Riley from Modern Homes, Lisa Kyme from Ripples London, and Gary Nolan from marketing agency Pure Visibility.The kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 event on April 24th in the iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom is SOLD OUT. However, you can go on our waiting list by emailing tracey@taylistmedia.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's podcast, which is the second in a four-part miniseries of podcasts about Britain's talented Art Departments, Mark talks to this year's winners of THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD SUPPORTED BY WARNER BROS. STUDIOS LEAVESDEN.The award honours Art Department members who have made a significant creative mark in their work, benefitting the industry as a whole. This year there are two recipients of the award.First up, Mark talks to Emily Stillman, Senior Vice President of Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, who sponsor the award, about the pivotal role of the Art Department, before talking to this year's deserving award winners, Charmian Adams and Gavin Bocquet.Supervising Art Director Charmian Adams's notable work includes such diverse productions as SID & NANCY, DOWNTON ABBEY and SAS ROGUE HEROES Series 1Production Designer Gavin Bocquet's credits include the STAR WARS prequels, Steven Soderbergh's KAFKA, Matthew Vaughan's STARDUST and Duncan Jones' WARCRAFT.The 14th BFDG Production Design Awards took place at Royal Lancaster Hotel on Saturday 22nd February 2025.This episode of Kermode on Film is made in partnership with the BFDG.About the BFDGThe Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members. The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.Connect with the BFDG here:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildTwitter: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comThis podcast was produced by HLA Agency and edited by Alex Jones© HLA Agency Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Kermode on Film is the first in a four-part miniseries about Britain's brilliant Art Departments in our screen industries. For the past few years Mark Kermode has hosted the annual British Film Designers Guild Awards. The awards celebrate the brilliant work of production designers and art departments across film and TV.One of the things the British Film Designers Guild does brilliantly is to support young people who are keen to get into the business. In today's podcast Mark talks to this year's nominees for The Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award, supported by CrewHQ. The award recognises those starting out in a career in film or TV Art Departments, and spotlights the future stars of the next generation of filmmakers.Mark talks to this year's three nominees for the Peter Lamont Spotlighting New Talent Award, about their experiences of training for, and finding that all important first job in the Art Department. They are Satdeep Grewal, Nivitha Muralikrishna, and Eunice Naddamba. But first, he talks with Rico Johnson-Sinclair - Director of CrewHQ Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, who sponsor the categoryThis episode of Kermode on Film is made in partnership with the BFDG.About the BFDG:The Society of British Film Directors and Designers was founded in 1946. Out of this society grew the Guild of Film Art Directors, and the present British Film Designers Guild (BFDG). Today the BFDG has over 630 members of skilled technicians and designers spanning all the various branches of the Art Department, as well as corporate members. The BFDG membership covers a diverse range of Art Department skills and experience, working on projects of all budgets, from International to Independent and micro-financed productions, to Feature Films, Shorts, Pilots, Promos, Commercials, TV Film, TV Series and Light Entertainment.Connect with the BFDG here:Instagram: @british_film_designers_guildTwitter: @BFDG_Film_GuildLinkedin: @british-film-designers-guildFacebook: /British Film Designers GuildWebsite:www.britishfilmdesigners.comThis podcast was produced by HLA Agency and edited by Alex Jones Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast, hosts Mike and Trey Farley from Farley Pool Designs welcome John Lee, a renowned general contractor from Atlanta, Georgia, who specializes in creating stunning outdoor living spaces. John shares his journey in the construction industry, discusses the evolution of Deck South, and highlights key aspects of building custom decks, pools, and outdoor spaces. The conversation delves into materials, design trends, project management, and the importance of outdoor living in enhancing homeowner wellness. John also sheds light on industry practices and the importance of due diligence in selecting contractors. The episode is packed with valuable information for anyone looking to enhance their outdoor living experience. 00:00 Welcome to Luxury Outdoor Living Podcast 01:13 Introducing John Lee: A Master of Outdoor Living 03:59 John Lee's Journey into Construction 06:24 The Evolution of Deck South 08:25 Designing Luxury Outdoor Spaces 11:23 Exploring Outdoor Kitchen Features 16:31 Deck South's Bread and Butter 20:01 Choosing the Right Deck Materials 23:19 Innovations in Deck Framing and Railing 30:05 Finding a Quality Deck Builder 31:53 NADRA and Community Projects 33:05 Showcasing Deck South's Expertise 34:23 Transforming Outdoor Spaces 34:59 Innovative Deck Construction Techniques 37:44 Engineering and Permitting Challenges 38:55 Staircase Design and Maintenance 41:43 DIY vs. Professional Deck Building 43:48 The Importance of Outdoor Lighting 44:27 Technological Advancements in Construction 45:04 True Crime Stories in Construction 49:34 Design Awards and Showroom Highlights 52:56 Advice for Homeowners 57:33 The Wellness Trend in Outdoor Living 01:02:24 Personal Insights and Reflections 01:07:10 Conclusion and Final Thoughts    

The Newest Division from the CIBAs: The Chanticleer Cover Design Awards for Fiction! Congratulations to the Long Listers who made the first cut!

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Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast and another of our very special Rising Star episodes where we meet the upcoming superstars of kitchen and bathroom retail all under the age of 30.Your host is editor-at-large Rebecca Nottingham and between August 2024 and March 2025 we're picking a monthly Rising Star to feature in the magazine, online and this very podcast. Those eight monthly winners then become the shortlist for the overall winner which will be revealed at the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 in April.It's done with the support of our very good friends at Blum and you can find out more about them at blum.com…….and you can see all the Rising Stars so far at kbbreview.com/risingstarSo let's meet our Rising Star for January Victoria Mich, senior design at Chisholm Design in Surrey. Despite only being in the industry a few years herself, Victoria has already become a mentor for new team members.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the latest of our special awards episodes of The kbbreview Podcast all about the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.Last month, right before the festive break, we announced the shortlist and so today we're talking to some of those finalists to hear a little bit about why they entered and what it means to them ahead of the second stage of judging.We have for New Kitchen Retailer Of The Year finalists Andy Barwell from Turnwell Kitchens in Chichester and a finalist in not one, not two, but all three of the bathroom design categories, Sophie Harrold from Simply Bathrooms in Surbiton.Before that, a huge thank you needs to go out to our awards podcast partner, Sonas Bathrooms - it's great to have their continued support, as between now and the event on Thursday, April 24, at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom we'll be bringing you MORE special bonus episodes, all about the awards, and celebrate the very best talent our industry has to offer.You can find out everything you need to know about our awards podcast sponsor at sonasbathrooms.co.uk.Don't forget that there are still tickets left for the industry's biggest awards. Just think, if you had the chance to spend quality time in a room full of the UK's most successful independent kitchen and bathroom retailers, what opportunities could you create for yourself and your company?Whether it's to represent your brand, entertain key clients, network with industry leaders and influencers, leverage social media to showcase your attendance and amplify your visibility, or simply to have fun and support independent retail after a year of ups and downs – you can book your place by going to kbbreview.com/awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the very special episode of The kbbreview Podcast where we will reveal the full shortlist for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.Your hosts are kbbreview's Matt Baker and Andrew Davies and they will exclusively announce who the finalists are for all our design and retail categories. YOU won't get this list anywhere else until next week so don't miss it!Huge thanks to our Awards Podcast Partner for 2025 Sonas Bathrooms, we couldn't do these special awards episodes without their support.The gala black tie event where we announce the winners is on Thursday, April 24 at the iconic Tower Ballroom in Blackpool. If you want to be at the biggest KBB party of the year then book your tickets now as there is a limited capacity.You can find out all you need to know about the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 at our website kbbreview.com/awards including how to book your seats and tables. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discover the power of great Cover Design and make your book stand out! Effective Covers are key to increasing book sales. Check out the new Chanticleer Cover Design Awards (CCDAs)!

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is editor-at-large Rebecca Nottingham for another of our very special Rising Star episodes where we meet the upcoming superstars of kitchen and bathroom retail. Between August 2024 and March 2025 we'll be picking a monthly Rising Star to feature in the magazine, online and this very podcast. Those eight monthly winners then become the shortlist for the overall winner which will be revealed at the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 in April.It's done with the support of our very good friends at Blum and you can find out more about them at blum.comThere are only two rules:They must be currently employed by a retailer - which we're defining as a company that sells direct to the consumer.ANDThey must be under 30 years of age on March the 4th, 2025. So here's our Rising Star for December, Izzy Huxford. She's a hugely impressive bathroom designer from Wilton Studios in Grimsby demonstrating real drive and passion - exactly what the Rising Star is all about… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's guest is designer of Libertalia, Ethnos and Dogs of war, Paolo Mori. We talk about winning awards, failed production and Parmesan cheese...but which games did he choose?  Briscola Chiamata  Samurai  Memoir 44   Risk Europe    ChallengersBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/five-games-for-doomsday--5631121/support.

Send us a textToday, the (REDACTED) team are joined by Tore Brustad, one of the four founders of Permafrost—an award-winning, internationally renowned design consultancy headquartered in Oslo, Norway. We sat down with Tore to learn about the Permafrost way of doing things; how to persevere effectively, if Design Awards will help your career, can design save the world. And much much more.Hosted by Lucy Bishop and Fraser Greenfield with guest, Tore Brustad.—————————————————————Tore Vinje Brustas - Industrial Designer at Permafrost | LinkedIn Follow Permafrost on Instagram | @permafrost_designstudio Permafrost | LinkedIn Permafrost DesignPermafrost Design | Behance KHiO - Oslo National Academy of the Arts Snowcrash DesignTouch the Truck | UKGameshows Tom Wood (Display modules for jewellery) | Behance Rug Archives | PermafrostPal Lamp | Miniso —————————————————————- To follow the show, get in contact with us via email & more head to: https://linktr.ee/redactedpod

Retained to design some of the most magnificent homes in the world, Errol Dejager is an artist as much as he is a strategist. As the founding principal of Dejager Design, a full-service interior design firm with offices in Newport Beach and Beverly Hills, he brings his more than 30 years of experience to his craft. Working with world-renowned architects and builders, his specialty is interior architecture and design in the luxury, high-end residential market. He is currently developing projects in Los Angeles, Orange County, and Miami that range from 4,500 to 105,000 square feet. Dejager's personable and creative approach has awarded him many unique opportunities to develop and build a portfolio of eclectic, elegant, holistic design work. He also prioritizes integrating technology into the design process and the home. Giving his clients the opportunity to literally walk through their homes through the design process through high-end rendering, Dejager seeks to take the fear out of decision making.  Though creating beautiful interior spaces is his core passion, Dejager's background in architecture, landscape design, and construction has given him a unique understanding of the entire process and has allowed him to be a valued team member on a luxury project. Ultimately, he is inspired by the continual expansion of technologies and collaborations he enjoys with clients, leading architects, designers and contractors.     We invite you to SUBSCRIBE! You can find ICONIC LIFE on our website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest. Follow Renee on Instagram, Twitter, & LinkedIn. If you enjoyed today's podcast, I'd be so appreciative if you'd take two minutes to subscribe, rate and review ICONIC HOUR. It makes a huge difference for our growth. Thank you so much for supporting me to do what I do!  

Welcome to The Kbbreview Podcast and another of our special episodes around the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025.This month's episode is a peek behind the curtain of the awards, as we have a chat with some of the judges, both in the retail business categories and the design categories. We'll find out about the approach to judging and interpreting the criteria, and what the judges expect from the 2025 awards in particular.A huge thank you needs to go out to our awards podcast partner, Sonas Bathrooms - it's great to have their support, as between now and the event on Thursday, April 24, at the Blackpool Tower Ballroom we'll be bringing you MORE special bonus episodes where we'll really get under the skin of the awards and celebrate the very best talent our industry has to offer.In fact, we'll be revealing the shortlist itself in a very special episode of this podcast just before Christmas! In any case, for more information on the awards and booking tables, you can go to kbbreview.com/awards.On with the show! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is editor-at-large Rebecca Nottingham and this is another of our very special Rising Star episodes where we meet the upcoming superstars of kitchen and bathroom retail. Between August 2024 and March 2025 we'll be picking a monthly Rising Star to feature in the magazine, online and this very podcast. Those eight monthly winners then become the shortlist for the overall winner which will be revealed at the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 in April.It's done with the support of our very good friends at Blum and you can find out more about them at blum.com.You can nominate your rising stars, or indeed nominate yourself, via the awards website kbbreview.com/awards and there are only two rules:They must be currently employed by a retailer - which we're defining as a company that sells direct to the consumer.ANDThey must be under 30 years of age on March the 4th, 2025. Other than that, they can perform any job role within your business – admin, design, sales, finance, installation, we don't mind as long as they're a star!So let's meet our Rising Star for November, Alistair Glover. After starting out on the supply side, he became fascinated by kitchen design, eventually joining retailer Alexander in Sussex and in the space of just two impressive years, he's gone from designer to showroom manager. Here's his story… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 106, Erin shares how conversations have shaped their brand and how she turns those insights into empathetic action. It was after decades in the industry at big-name brands like Nike, Converse, and Nordstrom that Erin and her co-founder realized just how hard it is for plus-size women to find clothes that fit after an elevator conversation with a co-worker. That conversation sparked others that began Erin and Yi's entrepreneurial journey as the founders of See ROSE Go. Accomplished Chief Merchandising Officer with over 20 years of industry experience leading innovative strategies across fashion and retail, Erin's career began as a Nordstrom buyer. It was with Nordstrom that Erin discovered her passion for enhancing the customer experience, through empathy and an in-depth understanding of the customer's point of view. Nike Inc. recruited Erin to lead an Outlet division for Men's, Women's, and Kid's Apparel and Accessories. She was quickly promoted to direct Men's Apparel Merchandising for the Asia Pacific / China region. More recently, she drove significant growth in women's apparel, optimizing product lines and achieving exceptional GM% as the Global Women's Merchandising Director. In these roles, Erin remained consumer-centric, leading insight strategy and product creation to enhance the overall customer experience through superior products. In 2018, Erin co-founded See ROSE Go, a plus-size fashion brand with an ethos in intentional design, innovation, and mindful sustainability. Leading merchandising strategy, omni-channel distribution, and business development, Erin also successfully secured VC funding as a new founder with a newborn at home. In 2021, See ROSE Go received an honorable mention in Fast Company's Innovation by Design Awards for the proprietary tech/lifestyle fabric, CoolROSE™. In 2023 Erin received a U.S. Patent for this fabric. CoolROSE™ was invented as a direct response to issues women deal with but seldom speak about - body heat, sweat, and pilling from friction between body parts. Erin and See ROSE Go have been recognized by Forbes, CBS Money, and WWD for challenging industry norms. She was recently featured with her Co-Founder, Yi Zhou, in Authority Magazine as female disruptors shaking up their industry. It is the See ROSE Go mission to see women embrace their power and “go”. To Erin, style isn't just how a woman looks, it is how she moves and feels and the impact she makes while wearing See ROSE Go. Get to know more about Erin and See ROSE Go at, https://seerosego.com/blogs/meet-the-founders In this episode, you'll learn: How co-founders Erin and Yi start and continue conversations with women in their target market How Erin organizes the insights from each conversation and breaks them down into actionable information How Erin's Nike background gives her a performance-focused product perspective The market gap that See ROSE Go fills and the revelation that started it all The process of developing and patenting their CoolROSE fabric How Erin stays connected with the See ROSE Go community How Erin and Yi have funded the brand and why they've changed approaches over the years What Erin is most proud of People and resources mentioned in this episode: See ROSE Go website (Erin shared a 20% discount with How Fitting listeners! Use code SMILE.) See ROSE Go Instagram Erin's LinkedIn Do you want fashion business tips and resources like this sent straight to your inbox? Sign up for the How Fitting newsletter to receive new podcast episodes plus daily content on creating fashion that fits your customer, lifestyle, and values.

Welcome to the kbbreview Podcast and this is Episode Ten and the last official episode of Season 13.Season 14 will officially start in the New Year but we'll actually be back in December with a special mini-series looking ahead to 2025 AND, of course, the now legendary episode where we reveal the shortlist for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 (entries close on November 14th!)In this episode we're meeting two of our 2024/25 Adopted Retailers - you may have seen this in the magazine and online but we're following three independent retailers over the next 12 months as they embark on new endeavours in their businesses. The ins and outs, the ups and downs and everything in between as we map the very real experiences of independent KBB retailers. In this episode we're meeting Joe Kardani, the co-founder of Point 5 Kitchens in North London. After opening their first showroom in Muswell Hill in 2016, they're in the middle of developing their second showroom just down the road in Belsize Park.Then we have Olivia Weaver, aged just 25, she and her husband are starting a brand new retail business in Shropshire called Harrison James after several years on the tools.Our third Adopted Retailer is the equally interesting Leamington Kitchen Company in Leamington Spa and you can read their first installment here and we'll meet them on a podcast further down the line.All this is made possible by our Adopted Retailer Partner Alku, the exciting new range of Kitchen, Bedroom and Lifestyle furniture, created with the designer in mind. We're delighted to have them on board for this and you can find out everything you need to know about them, including how to become a dealer, at alku.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This month, Mary had the opportunity to meet with artist and scholar, Neal Aronowitz. They spoke in Neal's studio in Portland, Oregon - a place where he works with concrete and wood, aluminum, marble, glass and electricity. Neal applies his artistic sensibilities to furniture design - specifically consoles, coffee tables and light fixtures. His style is profoundly affected by his kinship with the natural world. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Neal came to know wild nature in adventures his family would take into the woodlands and mountains of New York State. He studied art and architecture at City University of NY and Massachusetts College of Art exploring the disciplines of metalwork, glassmaking, woodworking, ceramics, photography, and multimedia sculpture. Then, to keep his young family cared for, he developed a construction business. All along, however, he remained powerfully interested and invested in the plant world - expressing his devotion through urban gardens of fruit and vegetables - and gardens of water. Now he's essentially finished with construction and spends his time pursuing his life's love of artistic expression in design. In the short time he's been giving the majority of his attention to this work, he's received great acclaim, including being the subject of an award winning documentary, HOW TO BEND CONCRETE IN 108 EASY STEPS. He's been featured in Interiors Magazine, Luxe, Spaces, Elle, and Kaza - a magazine in Sao Paulo. He won the 2017 Gray Award and was named Best of the Year in 2018 by Interior Design. He was also recognized by Artisan Design and was a finalist in the 2024 NYC by Design Awards. In this episode Neal shares the story of his artistic pursuits and then weaves that tale directly into ways that we can all be part of climate repair.You can learn more about Neal and see examples of his designs by visiting his website @nealaronowitz.com. And, in case you missed the link above, here's access to the documentary, HOW TO BEND CONCRETE IN 108 EASY STEPS. For those who are interested, we asked Neal for his recommendations on what to read to learn more about Vedanta and include those with other resources he mentioned during our conversation. We list those below.Throughout our time Neal emphasized how nothing happens separate from the physical world - from nature, its atomic and subatomic activity and order. The whole world is here and in relationship with each and all. As Neal reminds us, we're in good company. Vedanta: You can learn more here about Vedanta and Neal's spiritual path and sangha for the last 28 years. www.SRV.orgOther resources: Carl Jung. Man and His Symbols. Nathan Cabot Hale. Abstraction in Art and Nature. Frank Lloyd Wright. A Testament.MUSIC ~This episode includes music by Gary Ferguson and these other fine artists.Smooth Jazz Saxophone Solo with a LoFi Vibe Music by Nicholas Panek from PixabayPodcast Jazz Waltz Cozy Relaxing Vibes Music by

Welcome to The kbbreview Podcast, your host is Andy Davies and this is Episode Nine of Season 13.Today we're delving back into the mysteries of the brain with another look at the psychology of you and your clients and, in particular, the effect of unconscious bias on how you view them and they view you.Does the car they drive, the clothes they wear or the haircut they have mean that you form opinions on them the moment they come through the showroom door?Or, more worryingly, is the same true for their gender, race or age too?The answer, according to our guest - retail psychology expert Phillip Adcock - is an uncomfortable yes to all of them no matter what you might say. Hundreds of thousands of years of evolution have made you instantly judge everyone you meet and these unconscious prejudices are constantly battling with your conscious desire to treat everyone the same.His view is that the more you're aware of how people's unconscious minds work - both yours and your clients - the more successful you can be in selling your services. And that could mean accepting some uncomfortable truths and actively consciously choosing to go against them.And don't forget that entries close for the kbbreview Retail & Design Awards 2025 on November 14. Find out everything you need to know at kbbreview.com/awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we explore the world of sustainable housing design, highlighting award-winning projects and the innovative strategies driving the industry forward.Hosts Will Richardson and Charlie Luxton are joined by special guests David Birkbeck, Managing Director of Design for Homes, and Richard Williams, Development Manager at VELUX.They dive into the highlights from the 2024 Housing Design Awards, the UK's longest-running awards program celebrating excellence in housing design. Discover how this year's winning projects are pushing the boundaries of sustainability and community engagement. Sustainability in HousingSustainability is now a core aspect of housing design, evolving beyond energy efficiency to include goals like biodiversity and biophilic design, which foster a deeper connection to nature.David Birkbeck explains how architectural awards are setting higher standards for daylight, outdoor spaces, and overall liveability, shaping industry practices.Innovative Housing Projects The Blenheim Estate's Hill Rise development exemplifies a model that minimises car use and integrates green spaces, creating more pedestrian-friendly streets.A new project in Lewes focuses on shared mobility hubs to reduce individual car ownership and improve community spaces.Richard highlights the Alkerden Gateway project's adaptable living spaces and the Appleby Blue Almshouses' blend of outdoor spaces with community living for seniors.Environmental Impact and Design InnovationsRichard discusses the “Living Spaces” project's success in lowering embodied carbon by using alternative materials and notes Denmark and the Netherlands as leaders in this approach.Velux reinvests 90% of its profits into health and environmental research, demonstrating a strong commitment to healthier living environments.Future of Housing InnovationInnovative designs from smaller developers are increasingly being adopted by larger firms, showing a growing acceptance of high-quality, efficient housing solutions.Richard and David highlight the rising focus on mental health in housing design, emphasising the benefits of daylight and environmental quality as shown in recent award-winning projects. Green Element Group is an environmental management consultancy offering a range of bespoke sustainability services, products, and resources to accelerate the just transition to a stable climate. The Group consists of 

We're keeping it in the (SANDOW) family this week as we welcome the Editor-in-Chief of Metropolis Magazine, and leading thinker on industry sustainability, Avi Rajagopal. Buckle up as the team nerds out with Avi on everything from how blockchain technology can impact supply chain, to judging the first Interior Design Metaverse Architecture & Design Awards, to what Indigenous culture is teaching us about how how to use AI. If you've ever thought that your Alexa might need a hug from time to time, it's a conversation you won't want to miss. Connect with Avi Rajagopal on LinkedIn! Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: Metropolis Magazine Ronald Rael on Instagram Interior Design Metaverse Architecture & Design Awards finalists and winners Seven Generation Sustainability Metropolis Deep Green Podcast Metropolis Climate Toolkit Chat GPT Indigenous Artificial Intelligence Working Group Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This year marks a significant milestone, as the RSA celebrates 100 years since the inception of the Student Design Awards in 1924 and recognises the innovators from the final round of this iconic programme. On the night, we will also share more about how we have reimagined our awards for the next 100 years, to create greater collaboration around real-world missions, with a focus on learning, connection and funding opportunities for pupils, students, and entrepreneurs.Our 2024 keynote address will be delivered by Andrew Grant RDI. Andrew brings extraordinary experience and perspective as an internationally acclaimed and award-winning landscape architect whose work explores the connection between people and nature. He uses creative ecological design thinking to find solutions to the major challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss and improving human quality of life, health and wellbeing. Each of his projects responds to the place, its inherent ecology and its people, and engages the wider community in the reimagining of our relationships with each other and with nature.Following the address, RSA Director of Design & Innovation, Joanna Choukeir, and our valued partners and supporters will share an overview of each winning project and invite the people behind these inspiring ideas on stage to receive their awards.The ceremony will be followed by a drinks reception in the RSA Benjamin Franklin Room – all welcome!The RSA Student Design Awards is a global open innovation competition that's been running since 1924. We challenge students and recent graduates to tackle pressing social, environmental and economic challenges and propose creative solutions that can shift the system and shape the future.#StudentDesignAwardsBecome an RSA Events sponsor: https://utm.guru/udI9xDonate to The RSA: https://utm.guru/udNNBFollow RSA Events on Instagram: https://instagram.com/rsa_events/Follow the RSA on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RSAEventsLike RSA Events on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rsaeventsofficialListen to RSA Events podcasts: https://bit.ly/35EyQYUJoin our Fellowship: https://www.thersa.org/fellowship/join 

Need packaging, talk to Evelio: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eveliomattos/ Wanna work with Robot-Food? https://www.robot-food.com Simon Forster is the founder of Robot Food, a design and branding agency known for its disruptive and innovative approach. With a background in art and a history rooted in punk and skate culture, Simon has cultivated a reputation for questioning the status quo and pushing creative boundaries. His journey began with running a surfskate brand funded by Joey Ramone, marking the beginning of his love affair with branding. Today, Simon and his team at Robot Food are dedicated to creating impactful and standout strategies for their clients. Support our sponsors: Factory Direct Packaging Manufacturing: https://www.idpdirect.com Manage your packaging specifications: https://www.specright.com Sustainable packaging that dissolves in water: https://www.smartsolve.com Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode, Simon Forster of Robot Food sits down with Evelio Mattos to discuss the controversial subject of design awards. Simon shares his critical views on the relevance and necessity of such accolades in the industry, outlining how awards can sometimes compromise the integrity of the work and may not ultimately benefit design agencies. The conversation touches on the cost implications and the often-overlooked downside of getting trapped in a cycle of constantly chasing awards. Simon's punk-rock ethos and commitment to authentic, disruptive design shine throughout the discussion, challenging the conventional wisdom around what it means to be successful in the design world. Simon highlights the hefty financial burden of entering design awards and questions their true value to clients. He explains that his agency's growth and reputation have been built on delivering results rather than chasing recognition through awards. Simon emphasizes that clients prioritize results such as increased sales and brand impact over industry accolades. With a background that includes leading a skate brand funded by Joey Ramone, Simon blends his punk roots with his professional journey to foster a unique and rebellious approach at Robot Food, encouraging brands to stand out rather than conform. Key Takeaways: The Cost of Awards: Design awards come with significant entry fees and additional costs if you win, which can be a heavy burden for startups. Client Priorities: Clients are more interested in tangible business results rather than whether an agency has won awards. Disruptive Design: Success in design comes from questioning the norm and creating emotionally and visually disruptive work. Agency Culture: A rebellious, questioning attitude within an agency can foster innovation and lead to standout work. Alternative Recognition: Rather than seeking awards, Simon advocates for cutting through the noise by delivering exceptional client outcomes. Dive into the full episode to explore these insights and more, as Simon Forster shares his candid perspectives on the design industry, the true value of awards, and the importance of staying disruptive. Stay tuned for more enlightening content from our podcast series! Leave a review: https://www.packagingunboxd.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/packagingunboxd/message

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About the Guest(s):Evelio MattosEvelio is the host of the Packaging Unboxd podcast and a maestro in the field of packaging design. Hailing from Phoenix, Evelio grew up in Dusseldorf and has a long history in the packaging industry, often sharing insights through his YouTube channel and podcasting endeavors.Adam PeekAdam is known for his engaging talk shows on the latest in packaging trends. A sales expert, Adam's presence adds a dynamic layer to the discussions, making industry insights accessible and entertaining.Cory ConnorsCory is renowned for his role as Corygated and as the voice behind the Sustainable Packaging Podcast. With a focus on eco-friendly practices, Cory brings essential insights into sustainable packaging solutions.About the Sponsors:Specright has some amazing things happening! Please check them out below and help support the podcast!* Specright Unpacked Webinar* Gartner Report* Packaging Pros eBook* Home Page* Book a demo with SpecrightMeyers has some incredible sustainable packaging options!* Get the 2023 Sustainability Report* Meyers Packaging EPR eBook - it is FREE!!Get the dopest Packaging shirts at www.packagingfashion.comBook a demo with Trayak (LCA's on demand!)SmartSolve has water soluble label and paper materials. Learn more!The Scrapp App is going to revolutionize home and corporate recycling. Download for your device today!Episode Summary:Join Evelio Mattos, Adam Peek, and Cory Connors in this compelling episode of Packaging Today as they delve into the latest happenings from Drupa 2023 in Dusseldorf. Tune in for firsthand accounts from one of the packaging industry's most significant events and get a sense of the vibrant exchange of ideas and technologies that took place.In addition to discussing Drupa, the trio explores the real value of attending and exhibiting at industry conferences. With a witty exchange and practical insights, they unravel the importance of these events for networking, learning, and achieving a better ROI. Wrapping up, they dive into the world of design awards, balancing the value they bring against the pressures they impose on design agencies.Key Takeaways:* Evelio provides an in-depth look at his experience attending Drupa 2023, highlighting key exhibits and innovations in print packaging.* Adam Peek and Cory Connors weigh in on the pros and cons of attending versus exhibiting at industry conferences and the resultant ROI.* The conversation turns to the addictive nature of design awards in the industry and questions whether they truly add value or distract from catering to consumer needs.* The role of networking and off-site events in maximizing the benefits of attending industry conferences is emphasized.* The team shares practical advice for young designers and seasoned professionals on making the most of industry events.Notable Quotes:* "It takes three weeks just to get everything set up in the first place. You've got pulping, you've got recycling, you've got molded fibers, the entire chain of machines connected together to do some pretty cool stuff." - Evelio Mattos* "If we were aiming at awards, it could hamper the type of work we're able to do because we might be doing it for designers rather than our clients or their customers." - Simon Foster, cited by Evelio Mattos* "Do I have customers or prospective customers who are going to the show? Are my competitors going to be there? That's how I would assess the ROI of attending an industry event." - Adam Peek* "I can't tell you how much I've learned at recent events. There's so many great ones, and they can add so much value if you approach them the right way." - Cory Connors* "Our goal is to sell as much products as we can, not to single out one tiny little group with a design only creatives would love." - Evelio MattosResources:* Packaging Unboxd YouTube Channel: Check it out here* Sustainable Packaging Podcast: Find more episodes here* Adam Peek: LinkedIn profile* Sarah Scudder's Tips: LinkedIn Post* Designalytics: Awards for consumer preference comparisons* Retail Aware & Ariadne: Technologies for tracking consumer interaction with shelf productsDon't miss out on the full episode for a deep dive into the packaging industry's latest trends and expert insights from Drupa 2024. Stay tuned for more enlightening content from Packaging Today! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.packagingisawesome.com/subscribe

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Highlights today include: Legrand Announces Brian DiBella as President & CEO for North & Central America, The LIT lighting Design Awards 2023 – Book of Design – is Off the Press, Alloy LED Launches Low-Profile Surfa 8 Tape Light Channel, Regional Sales Manager Northeast US – CSL.

Elizabeth Solaru had the privilege of hosting Francesca Marotta, a luminary with a remarkable international design career that has been shaped by her unique background and passions.Francesca's journey is a testament to the power of determination and creativity.  She talks about being the child of immigrants, and navigating a path that was both unconventional and inspiring. Her journey in the world of design began against the backdrop of her diagnosis with hyperactivity, a condition that set her apart and fueled her boundless energy.From a young age, Francesca discovered her love for sewing, a passion that would become the cornerstone of her illustrious career. However, her hyperactivity diagnosis and her status as an outsider led to feelings of not quite fitting in. But, rather than conforming to the norm, Francesca harnessed her uniqueness as a source of inspiration and creativity. With a career spanning the globe, she seamlessly transitioned from her role as a renowned international designer to become a trusted consultant, director, and stylist. Her creative genius and innate talent have graced prestigious fashion stages worldwide, from America and Japan to England, France, Italy, Turkey, Belgium, and Ireland. The Francesca Marotta Brand, a testament to her vision, has not only received numerous Design Awards but has also found a devoted following among celebrities.Featuring:Francesca MarottaHost:Elizabeth Solaru, Founder of Diversity in Luxury Awards, Speaker and Luxury Business CoachAbout The Luxury Business Podcast:The Luxury Business Podcast is an inclusive platform dedicated to speaking with diverse luxury experts and founders of small businesses within the luxury sector.Stay Connected:Websitehttps://luxurybusinessemporium.com/Email: elizabeth@luxurybusinessemporium.comLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth-solaru-1ba901/Tune in to the Luxury Business Podcast to stay updated on the latest insights and trends in the luxury industry, and join the conversation that is shaping the future of luxury.Listen and subscribe to the Luxury Business Podcast on your preferred podcast platform. Don't forget to share this valuable resource with your network!

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We're keeping it in the (SANDOW) family this week as we welcome the Editor-in-Chief of Metropolis Magazine, and leading thinker on industry sustainability, Avi Rajagopal. Buckle up as the team nerds out with Avi on everything from how blockchain technology can impact supply chain, to judging the first Interior Design Metaverse Architecture & Design Awards, to what Indigenous culture is teaching us about how how to use AI. If you've ever thought that your Alexa might need a hug from time to time, it's a conversation you won't want to miss. Connect with Avi Rajagopal on LinkedIn! Moments to check out:  (11:35) Challenges with sustainable certification, and the possible role of technology (21:01) Why AI won't take our jobs (and why we're conditioned to fear that it will) (28:18) Metropolis meets the Metaverse Connect with our hosts on LinkedIn; Bobby Bonett Tessa Bain Andrew Lane References and resources: Metropolis Magazine Ronald Rael on Instagram Interior Design Metaverse Architecture & Design Awards finalists and winners Seven Generation Sustainability Metropolis Deep Green Podcast Metropolis Climate Toolkit Chat GPT Indigenous Artificial Intelligence Working Group Discover more shows from SURROUND at surroundpodcasts.com.  This episode of Barriers to Entry was produced and edited by Wize Grazette and Samantha Sager. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Replay: Southeast Asian American ArchitectsLeaders of the profession share diverse perspectives on race, equity, and architecture.Practice Disrupted is committed to elevating conversations on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to teach, empower, and build greater awareness across the industry. Building from prior diversity conversations, this week we learn about Southeast Asian Architects. Guests:Meghana Joshi, AIA, NOMA is a strong proponent of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice in the architecture profession. At SoCal NOMA, she is a Director of Outreach and Recruitment for Project Pipeline and works towards increasing minority representation in architecture through summer camps for middle and high school students. She founded AIA Orange County's Women in Architecture Committee in 2015 to give a platform for Orange County firms to meaningfully contribute towards the improvement of professional conditions for women in architecture. She joined AIA Orange County's Board of Directors in 2019 and founded EDI+J Committee to increase minority representation through mentorship in leadership. She founded “Project Amplify” to amplify voices and works of minority architects in the AEC industry. She is an active member of ULI-OC/IE's Office and Commercial Product Council. She is currently engaged in bringing ULI's Urban Plan program to educate underrepresented demographics and communities. She is also an active member and advocate for “Belong at Little” – Little's Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Task Force.Suyama Bodhinayake, Assoc. AIA diverse experience in architecture spans three continents, shaping his commitment to design excellence, sustainability and service. He currently resides and works in Southern California. Throughout his career, Suyama appreciates the opportunities to contribute to international and national award-winning projects, as well as the opportunities to serve the profession through a variety of leadership roles within the AIA. Since 2018, he has been a member of the AIA Orange County (AIA OC) Committee on the Environment (COTE) and a founding member of the COTE Southern California Coalition in 2019. In 2020, he joined the AIA OC's Board of Directors and has since served as the chapter's Director of Sustainability and the Chair of COTE, leading a multi-faceted approach to promoting sustainability. As a member of the AIA California COTE Advocacy Task Force, he advocates for building decarbonization policies at a local and state level. Suyama is committed to sustainability as part of design excellence. As a member of AIA OC's Design Awards committee, he guided the process of how every AIA OC design awards submission must now comply with the AIA's Framework for Design Excellence. Additionally, Suyama advocates for architects to be recognized as stewards of the built environment. He was nominated, and currently serves as AIA Orange County's first Director of Advocacy. He has advanced AIA's role as a leader in sustainability within communities around Orange County, California. He has been supporting education in architecture since 2016, serving on the Advisory Board for the Architectural Technology Program at Orange Coast College.As a champion of causes that impact our future, Suyama firmly believe in the Native American saying, “we do not inherit the Earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.” Farah Naz Ahmad is an Architect and LEED Accredited Professional based in New York City, specializing in building sustainability and green building standards. Her public sector experience in city government agencies includes sustainable design review of projects, assessment and development of technical standards and energy code compliance. Additionally, Farah is engaged in green building journalism, spreading awareness on environmental policy and...