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Design Principles Pod

Sam Brown, Ben Sutherland and Gerard Dombroski

28 episodes

2 weeks ago

Send us a text Step into the revolutionary world of mass timber construction with our enlightening conversation featuring Jordan Robinson, Head of Business Development at X-Lam. What begins as a reunion of old architecture school friends quickly transforms into a masterclass on how engineered timber is reshaping our built environment. Remember when timber was just for stick framing houses? Those days are rapidly disappearing as Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and other mass timber products demo...

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Send us a text Step into the revolutionary world of mass timber construction with our enlightening conversation featuring Jordan Robinson, Head of Business Development at X-Lam. What begins as a reunion of old architecture school friends quickly transforms into a masterclass on how engineered timber is reshaping our built environment. Remember when timber was just for stick framing houses? Those days are rapidly disappearing as Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and other mass timber products demo...

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Episodes (20/28)

Design Principles Pod

Mass Timber Construction: A Woody Renaissance

Send us a text Step into the revolutionary world of mass timber construction with our enlightening conversation featuring Jordan Robinson, Head of Business Development at X-Lam. What begins as a reunion of old architecture school friends quickly transforms into a masterclass on how engineered timber is reshaping our built environment. Remember when timber was just for stick framing houses? Those days are rapidly disappearing as Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and other mass timber products demo...

1 week ago

53 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Design With Intent: A Conversation with Architects, Seear-Budd Ross

Send us a text The seemingly effortless elegance of minimalist architecture masks the extraordinary attention to detail required to achieve it. Tom Seear-Budd and James Ross, founders of Wellington-based Seear-Budd Ross Architects, pull back the curtain on this process, revealing the meticulous thought behind their refined residential designs. Having established their practice nearly six years ago after departing larger commercial firms, the pair sought greater autonomy and the opportunity t...

3 weeks ago

55 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Hydroforming the Future: Gerard Dombroski's Exhibition, Inflation

Send us a text What happens when steel becomes soft? When industrial materials take on organic forms? In Gerard Dombrowski's debut solo exhibition "Inflation" at Season Aotearoa Gallery, steel transforms into something unexpectedly fluid and inviting. We turn the microphone on our own Gerard Dombrowski as he shares the journey behind creating "Inflation"—a collection of hydroformed steel objects that challenge our perception of what's possible with metal. The exhibition features approximatel...

1 month ago

48 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Form and Function: Exploring Programme in Design

Send us a text Ever wondered what architects mean when they talk about "programme"? In our latest deep dive, we crack open this fundamental concept that shapes everything from the tiniest apartments to sprawling civic buildings. This episode begins with a seemingly simple question: what exactly is program in architecture? We explore how program operates simultaneously at multiple scales—a house within a street, a road within a city—creating nested relationships that influence design decision...

2 months ago

52 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Feel Good, Look Good: Performance vs Aesthetics in Architecture

Send us a text What happens when award-winning architects and builders challenge the notion that sustainable, high-performance buildings must sacrifice aesthetics? This thought-provoking conversation brings together Passive House experts who are transforming New Zealand's built environment through buildings that are both beautiful and functional. Architect Rafe Maclean shares how client feedback about a poorly-performing design prompted his journey into building science, while Joe Lyth revea...

2 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Outside Influence: Has the Architectural Pilgrimage Changed?

Send us a text What happens when architecture becomes more accessible through images than through physical experience? This question forms the backbone of our conversation with Nina Boyd, a New Zealand architect currently working in Paris. The traditional architectural pilgrimage—traveling to see important buildings firsthand—has fundamentally changed. Where Alvar Aalto's visit to Italy completely transformed his design approach, today's architects arrive at celebrated buildings having alrea...

3 months ago

1 hour 2 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Where Craft Meets Design: Exploring Material Understanding with Raimana Jones

Send us a text The conversation with Raimana Jones from Atelier Jones Design delves deep into the heart of what makes good design truly exceptional—craftsmanship. Drawing inspiration from architectural legends like Alvar Aalto and Walter Gropius, we explore how the most revered designers extended their vision beyond buildings to encompass furniture, lighting, and complete environments. Raimana shares his journey through fabrication and making, revealing the powerful feedback loop between cra...

3 months ago

58 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Dare to Declare: What Happened to Manifestos?

Send us a text What happened to the architectural manifesto? This fascinating question from a listener propels us into an exploration of how architects have historically proclaimed their design philosophies—and why such bold declarations seem increasingly rare in contemporary practice. The architectural landscape was once dramatically shaped by manifestos: Le Corbusier's "Towards New Architecture," Adolf Loos's "Ornament and Crime," and the revolutionary Bauhaus movement all articulated clea...

4 months ago

48 minutes

Design Principles Pod

The Architects' Voice: Advocating for the Role of the Architect

Send us a text What happens when the people who shape our cities, schools, and homes are missing from the public conversation about our built environment? Award-winning architect Lisa Webb joins us to unpack architecture's growing crisis of relevance in New Zealand. Following her thought-provoking piece in the NZIA Bulletin, Lisa shares her concerns about architects becoming increasingly sidelined in discussions about housing, climate resilience, and community building. "We have a lack of vo...

4 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Design Principles Pod

AI Meets Architecture: The Zuru Revolution

Send us a text A revolution is brewing in the housing industry, and it's coming from an unexpected source – Zuru, the New Zealand toy company that's now setting its sights on disrupting how we build homes. Their ambitious AI platform called "Dreamcatcher" promises to deliver fully customizable houses for as little as $500 per square meter, a fraction of current construction costs. What makes this potential game-changer so fascinating is the comprehensive approach Zuru is taking. While most p...

5 months ago

48 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Flying High: From Dezeen to Design Dreams

Send us a text Step into the new year with us as we reopen the doors to our podcast, diving deep into the vibrant world of architecture and design. We'll share our personal highlights from the recent Dezeen Awards, a celebration of exceptional creativity, and inspire listeners with the remarkable projects that put New Zealand on the global design map. Throughout the episode, we unpack the differences between local awards and their international counterparts, examining how to enhance the celeb...

5 months ago

54 minutes

Design Principles Pod

The Everything House: Materiality in Architecture and Pushing Boundaries

Send us a text What happens when you build an entire house from just one material? We explore the revolutionary "everything house" concept, inspired by architectural visionaries like Robert Bruno, Tadao Ando, and Tom Kundig. This episode takes you on an imaginative journey through the possibilities and challenges of constructing homes from singular materials like wood and concrete. We question the marriage of aesthetics and functionality in architecture and reflect on the profound impact such...

9 months ago

56 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Beyond Design: Architecture, Innovation and Business with Pamela Bell

Send us a text Pamela Bell, a trailblazer in New Zealand's architecture and construction scene, shares her inspiring journey from studying architecture to embracing prefabrication and entrepreneurial ventures. Pamela's story is not just about personal triumphs but also about innovating at the crossroads of design and business. Her narrative is a testament to the transformative power of networking and building meaningful connections, which she believes are crucial for success. Pamela's experie...

10 months ago

45 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Real World Education: A Conversation with Kevin Hui of Archimarathon

Send us a text Ever wondered how architecture can be more than just buildings? Join us as we chat with Kevin Hui of Archimarathon, an architecture tour curator, educator, YouTuber and social media savant. Kevin shares his inspiring journey from creating architecture running tours to collaborating with Andrew Maynard on a YouTube channel, especially during the pandemic. Get ready to explore the critical issue of Melbourne's declining studio culture and discover Kevin’s innovative co-working st...

11 months ago

57 minutes

Design Principles Pod

The Greener Way to Go: A Conversation with Matthew Cutler-Welsh

Send us a text Wondering how you can stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of sustainable architecture? Join us as we sit down with Matthew Cutler-Walsh, a leading expert in green building practices, for a deep dive into the rapidly changing landscape of sustainable building in New Zealand. Matthew sheds light on the recent H1 regulation updates, the enthusiastic support from industry professionals like Ben Nansett of MPB Builders, and the tireless advocacy efforts in Parliament. We'll unpack...

1 year ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Money Talks: The Challenges of Cost in Architecture and Construction

Send us a text How do you navigate the maze of fluctuating construction costs and avoid the pitfall of overcapitalization? Join us as we tackle these pressing questions and uncover practical solutions to manage building expenses effectively. We’ll break down the frustrations professionals face when clients are vague about budgets and how quantity surveyors can play a crucial role in stabilizing these uncertainties. You'll learn about the importance of concept designs in gauging project feasib...

1 year ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Design Principles Pod

Balancing Art and Architecture: Matt Liggins' Inspiring Journey

Send us a text Join us for an invigorating conversation with the multifaceted Matt Liggins (Ngati Ruanui) as he shares his remarkable journey through the realms of architecture, art, and design. Matt dives into the exhilarating process of preparing for his TEDx presentation and the profound impact of forging relationships within New Zealand's art scene. We discuss the essential balance of isolation and interaction in the creative process, offering practical tips on staying organized and maint...

1 year ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Design Principles Pod

The Humans are Dead: AI in Architecture

Send us a text Can AI transform the architecture industry? Join us on this episode of the Design Principles Podcast as we unravel the dynamic interplay between artificial intelligence (AI) and architectural design. We’ll kick off by breaking down AI into digestible bits, distinguishing it from machine learning and discussing the elusive concept of artificial general intelligence (AGI). Discover how tools like ChatGPT are not just boosting efficiency but also pushing the boundaries of creativi...

1 year ago

1 hour

Design Principles Pod

A Deeper View: A Conversation with Architect, Chris Moller

Send us a text Discover the secrets behind the harmonious marriage of digital and analog design with acclaimed architect and Grand Designs New Zealand host, Chris Moller. Chris shares his unique perspective on the vital importance of tactile, sensory engagement in the creative process, reflecting on how traditional tools like pencils and legos can foster innovation. He also revisits a historical chat between Kevin Kelly and Brian Eno, uncovering the essence of good architecture through the le...

1 year ago

1 hour 16 minutes

Design Principles Pod

A Lens on Life and Design: A Conversation with Photographer, Simon Devitt

Send us a text Have you ever found yourself mesmerized by a childhood slideshow, each frame a stepping stone on the path to your future? Simon Devitt, a renowned New Zealand photographer, joins us to share a laugh and trace the serendipitous journey from those familial beginnings to the pinnacle of architectural photography. With his camera, Simon captures more than structures; he documents the intersection of human experience and design, reminding us that every picture holds a story waiting ...

1 year ago

1 hour 10 minutes