Monocle on Design

By Monocle

What's Monocle on Design about?

Everything you need to know about the world of design, from furniture to fashion and craft to architecture. Expect fresh stories, new finds and designers and all the latest news from the world’s most exciting studios.

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Monocle on Design episodes:

04.18.2024
Nuova at Milan Design Week
Rodrigo Caula and Enrico Pietra are the co-founders of Nuova, a California-based research and innovation luxury-design practice. At this year’s Milan Design Week, they took over Milanese bistro Via Stampa for their immersive installation emulating 1970s Americana. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
04.16.2024
Milan Design Week and Salone del Mobile, part 1
We’re in Italy for Milan Design Week. At our pop-up Monocle Radio studio we meet Giopato & Coombes, Matteo Thun, Yves Béhar and Orior Furniture’s Ciaran McGuigan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
04.11.2024
The FDC1 armchair
The sculptural lounge chair fashioned from powder-coated steel and leather has had a revival thanks to French furniture brand Objekto. Stella Roos considers its history – and its designer – Brazilian architect and artist Flávio de Carvalho. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
04.09.2024
Marion Stora, Spacon & X, The Good Plastic Company
We meet French interior architect and furniture designer Marion Stora and the founders of multidisciplinary studio Spacon & X to discuss their collaborations with fashion. Plus: The Good Plastic company shares how we might use recycled forms of this much-maligned...
04.04.2024
Two-wheel oasis
Grace Charlton reflects on a recent trip to Amsterdam – a city often hailed as an oasis, where those on two wheels rule the streets. But does this emphasis on bikes make traversing the metropolis any better for pedestrians? See...
04.02.2024
Designing for timelessness: Part 1
Nic Monisse presents highlights from recent panels held at V-Zug shops in London and Hong Kong. Architects and designers discuss the notion of timelessness and how this informs their practice. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.28.2024
Finland’s forests
Why does timber perform a key role in the country’s economy and how has the raw material shaped the nation’s creativity and furniture-making? Monocle’s Helsinki correspondent, Petri Burtsoff, joins Nic Monisse to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.26.2024
Jewellery special
We meet Los Angeles-based jeweller Suzanne Kalan and renowned designer Ileana Makri in Athens. We also speak with Fernando Jorge, who shares details about his travelling exhibition with Sotheby’s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.21.2024
‘Typographic Jazz: The Monoprints of Jack Stauffacher’
An exhibition at the Letterform Archive in San Francisco delves into the improvisational and playful processes of Bay Area printer Jack Stauffacher, who demonstrated the creative potential of the letterpress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.19.2024
John Pomp, Marina Raphael, Maxime d’Angeac
Glassblower John Pomp and luxury bag designer Marina Raphael join us in the studio. Plus: we meet Maxime d’Angeac, the architect reinterpreting the historic Orient Express. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.14.2024
Bland rebrand
Writer Grace Charlton laments why boring redesigns often rob cafés, restaurants and homes of a sense of place. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.12.2024
Richard Erdman’s studio, Jayden Ali, wool and leather
We visit a sculptor’s studio in Vermont and meet UK architect and exhibition designer Jayden Ali. Plus: we discuss the benefits of wool and leather with two Canadian brands. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.07.2024
Collect
We visit the contemporary craft and design fair celebrating its 20th anniversary at Somerset House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
03.05.2024
Maggie’s, ‘100 Women: Architects in Practice’
Maggie’s centres have provided cancer care in uplifting, design-led architectural environments for the past 28 years. We visit the newest site designed by architect Daniel Libeskind. Plus: a new title from the Royal Institute of British Architects profiles practising women...
02.29.2024
‘Suspended Disbelief’
The late sculptor and furniture maker Wendell Castle is the focus of an exhibition at the Carpenters Workshop Gallery in London. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.27.2024
Design Doha, The Eames Archives, the Ralph Saltzman Prize
We meet Glenn Adamson, artistic director of Design Doha, and visit The Eames Archives in California. Plus: a reflection on this year’s Ralph Saltzman Prize. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.22.2024
‘Changing our Footprint’
This exhibition at the Danish Architecture Center in Copenhagen explores alternatives to building with concrete. Monocle’s Michael Booth meets with Eva Ravnborg, a partner at Henning Larsen, to hear more about how straw and other bio materials can become large-scale...
02.20.2024
London Fashion Week 2024
As the citywide event celebrates its 40th anniversary, British Fashion Council CEO Caroline Rush reflects on its growth and importance. Then: designer Emilia Wickstead talks us through her work, which is inspired by the street photography of mid-century New York,...
02.15.2024
The University of Iowa campus
The institution’s buildings have been built by some of the world’s best-known architects. Monocle’s Tomos Lewis tours the site with university architect Rod Lenhertz. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.14.2024
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair – from Monocle’s pop-up studio
In the final instalment of Monocle on Design’s partnership with Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF), we broadcast from the heart of its 62nd edition in our pop-up studio. To assess the growing strength of Copenhagen as a fashion capital, we...
02.13.2024
Bethan Laura Wood, Pat Hanson, Mario Cucinella
Multidisciplinary designer Bethan Laura Wood shares her contribution to the National Gallery of Victoria Triennial. Plus: we visit a net-zero fire station in Canada and meet architect Mario Cucinella. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.08.2024
Anodising with Snow Peak
The Japanese camping brand showcases the electrochemical process of anodising at Copenhagen International Fashion Fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.06.2024
CIFF: Soulland, Wessel & Vett Prize Fashion Prize, By Malene Birger
We report from Copenhagen International Fashion Fair and meet brands such as Soulland and By Malene Birger. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
02.01.2024
Yaw Tony
We meet the founder of Canadian scarf brand Life Liveth in Me at the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.30.2024
Project 213A, David Mellor Design, Yabu Pushelberg and Ligne Roset
We meet the co-founders of European design house Project 213A, and visit the headquarters and factory of cutlery manufacturer David Mellor Design. Plus, Olivier Roset, co-CEO of French modern furniture maker Ligne Roset, joins design duo Yabu Pushelberg in our studio...
01.25.2024
DesignTO
We head to Toronto to meet the team behind Canada’s largest annual festival of design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.24.2024
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair: Destination for buyers
In the latest instalment of Monocle on Design’s partnership with Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF), we explore why the largest and longest-running fashion fair in northern Europe remains a vital destination for buyers and global brands. Monocle’s fashion editor, Natalie...
01.23.2024
Menswear round-up, Maison & Objet
Monocle’s fashion editor, Natalie Theodosi, shares highlights from recent fashion weeks, including Pitti Uomo in Florence, and showcases in Milan and Paris. Plus, we meet the team behind furniture brand Lemon at the Parisian trade fair, Maison & Objet. See...
01.18.2024
Hugo Chodí Bos
We visit a shop in Prague whose team revives traditional Czech toys and produces contemporary designs for children with local manufacturers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.17.2024
Copenhagen International Fashion Fair: Revolutionising the trade show
To mark Monocle on Design’s partnership with the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair, we’re taking a look at how one of Europe’s most inspirational trade platforms supports the growth of best-in-class brands from Scandinavia and beyond. Monocle’s fashion editor, Natalie Theodosi,...
01.16.2024
Thomas Heatherwick and V-Zug
We speak to UK designer Thomas Heatherwick about his new book ‘Humanise: A Maker’s Guide to Building Our World’ and talk sustainability with Swiss appliance specialists V-Zug. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.11.2024
Extra: The year ahead
Nic Monisse sets the team’s design-minded agenda for 2024 and picks out some of the best international events to keep an eye on in the first half of the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.09.2024
Bryant Lu, Hana Vopravilová and ‘The State of Housing Design 2023’
We discuss high-density developments in Hong Kong and meet an emerging glass artist in Czechia. Plus, we look at US housing design. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.04.2024
Extra: Les Arcs
We consider the architectural history and design flair of the skiing destination in the heart of the French Alps. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01.02.2024
David Caon, Yves Béhar, Passivhaus and Omniyat
We take to the skies to meet a designer making long-haul flights a breeze and visit a passive house in Austria. Plus: you might not need to reinvent the wheel – but what about a pick-up truck? Designer Yves Béhar...
12.26.2023
The best of Monocle on Design 2023
The team reflects on the year’s highlights, including our pop-up studio at Salone del Mobile, a conversation with Theaster Gates and an exhibition about Swedish artist and designer Moki Cherry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12.19.2023
Christmas special
We head to Naples and the Nordics for some seasonal fun. And we soak up some festive cheer in London. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12.14.2023
40 years of Lars Müller Publishers
The graphic designer and educator Lars Müller joins us to reflect on 40 years of publishing and the importance of staying independent. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12.12.2023
Rhode Island School of Design and Design Miami highlights
We head to the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence to visit its facilities and meet its president, Crystal Williams. Plus, a recap of Design Miami with Monocle’s US editor, Chris Lord. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12.07.2023
Design Miami
Monocle’s US editor, Christopher Lord, reflects on Design Miami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12.05.2023
British Fashion Council’s 2023 Fashion Awards
Monocle’s fashion editor, Natalie Theodosi, joins Nic Monisse in the studio for a special round-up of the 2023 Fashion Awards in London, with commentary and interviews from Clara Mercer, Julie Liu and Alice and Charlie Casely-Hayford. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...
11.30.2023
La Posada
Monocle’s Claudia Jacob reflects on the considered renovation of a medieval family home in Spain by the architect Carlos Gómez Sos. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11.28.2023
Villa Médici, Jacu Strauss, Villa Müller
This week we visit Rome’s Villa Médici, which has undergone an acoustic makeover, and designer and hotelier Jacu Strauss joins us in our London studio to discuss his career. Plus: an early modernist home in Prague by architect Adolf Loos....
11.23.2023
Sharjah Architecture Triennial
The Sharjah Architecture Triennial is now in full swing, with the second edition of the event looking to champion design and innovation from the region. Monocle’s design editor, Nic Monisse, shares his reflections on the event, which is exploring how...
11.21.2023
Bellerby & Co Globemakers, Chybik + Kristof, ‘Georgian Illuminations’
We go on a workshop tour to learn the craft of creating bespoke globes and Czech architect Ondrej Chybík joins us in the studio. Plus: we visit an installation that illuminates the history of Georgian light shows. See omnystudio.com/listener for...
11.16.2023
Extra: ‘The Atlas of Car Design: The World’s Most Iconic Cars’
Jason Barlow discusses his survey of iconic car designs from across the globe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11.14.2023
Dubai Design Week
Nic Monisse reports from this year’s event, which took place on the streets and in the buildings of the city’s design district. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11.13.2023
On Collecting: Chara Schreyer
The latest episode of the series from Monocle and Sotheby’s profiling some of history’s greatest collectors focuses on the German-born, California-raised philanthropist and patron of the arts. Schreyer amassed more than 600 works by some of the most significant modern artists, as...
11.09.2023
Extra: Leo Palmer
The Moravia-based designer talks about his Xylographic project, which transforms wood prints into furniture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11.07.2023
Charlene Prempeh, Fforme, Martin Brudnizki
We talk to Charlene Prempeh about diversity in design and hear from fashion label Fforme. Plus: a chat with designer Martin Brudnizki about his new retail outpost for And Objects. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's Monocle on Design about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

Monocle on Design episodes:

Nuova at Milan Design Week

Milan Design Week and Salone del Mobile, part 1

The FDC1 armchair

Marion Stora, Spacon & X, The Good Plastic Company

Two-wheel oasis

Designing for timelessness: Part 1

Finland’s forests

Jewellery special

‘Typographic Jazz: The Monoprints of Jack Stauffacher’

John Pomp, Marina Raphael, Maxime d’Angeac

Bland rebrand

Richard Erdman’s studio, Jayden Ali, wool and leather

Collect

Maggie’s, ‘100 Women: Architects in Practice’

‘Suspended Disbelief’

Design Doha, The Eames Archives, the Ralph Saltzman Prize

‘Changing our Footprint’

London Fashion Week 2024

The University of Iowa campus

Copenhagen International Fashion Fair – from Monocle’s pop-up studio

Bethan Laura Wood, Pat Hanson, Mario Cucinella

Anodising with Snow Peak

CIFF: Soulland, Wessel & Vett Prize Fashion Prize, By Malene Birger

Yaw Tony

Project 213A, David Mellor Design, Yabu Pushelberg and Ligne Roset

DesignTO

Copenhagen International Fashion Fair: Destination for buyers

Menswear round-up, Maison & Objet

Hugo Chodí Bos

Copenhagen International Fashion Fair: Revolutionising the trade show

Thomas Heatherwick and V-Zug

Extra: The year ahead

Bryant Lu, Hana Vopravilová and ‘The State of Housing Design 2023’

Extra: Les Arcs

David Caon, Yves Béhar, Passivhaus and Omniyat

The best of Monocle on Design 2023

Christmas special

40 years of Lars Müller Publishers

Rhode Island School of Design and Design Miami highlights

Design Miami

British Fashion Council’s 2023 Fashion Awards

La Posada

Villa Médici, Jacu Strauss, Villa Müller

Sharjah Architecture Triennial

Bellerby & Co Globemakers, Chybik + Kristof, ‘Georgian Illuminations’

Extra: ‘The Atlas of Car Design: The World’s Most Iconic Cars’

Dubai Design Week

On Collecting: Chara Schreyer

Extra: Leo Palmer

Charlene Prempeh, Fforme, Martin Brudnizki