Talking Architecture & Design

Dr Shane Geha is the Managing Director and co-founder of EG Advisory, a rezoning company with expertise in land transformation operating across Australia. Dr Geha is one of the leading rezoning experts in New South Wales and as Managing Director, takes responsibility for all operations and projects undertaken by the company. His focus is working closely with clients on property uplift strategy and implementation and has worked on multiple rezoning projects including some of the l...

15 Nov 202144min

Prior to joining Warren and Mahoney, Brett Diprose held the position of Associate Director with Peddle Thorp Architects. In this role, Brett was in charge of the Sports Architecture arm including a large portfolio of aquatic projects including Metro Sports Facility in Christchurch (a joint venture with Warren and Mahoney), Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre, Stage 2 (2006 Commonwealth Games and 2007 World Swimming Championships) Swansea and Charlestown Leisure Centres. Brett believes ...

8 Nov 202150min

The host of Restoration Australia, Anthony Burke, is a Professor of Architecture and Associate Dean of International Engagement in the Faculty of Design Architecture and Building at the University of Technology Sydney. A graduate of Columbia University, he is recognised internationally for his work in architectural design, curation, and commentary, specialising in contemporary design theory at the intersection of technology, urbanism, and practice. In this engaging interview, Professo...

25 Okt 202155min

In this episode, we talk biophilic design, sustainability and how this can help with the challenge of climate change with Stephen Choi from Fraser’s property. Stephen Choi is a UK-qualified Project Architect and Australian-qualified Project Manager. He co-founded not-for-profit environmental building consultancy, Architecture for Change, has been a long-time ambassador for the Living Future Institute in Australia, and is Living Building Challenge Manager at Frasers Property Australia. ...

11 Okt 202148min

Robert Puksand is the founding Partner of national architectural firm Gray Puksand who works across a variety of project types including masterplanning, commercial and retail projects. In each case, he brings a deep philosophy and understanding of architecture. This pre-occupation with strategy in design allows him to deliver an outcome highly sought by clients. As past President of the Australian Institute of Architects (Victorian Chapter), Robert has championed the value ...

4 Okt 202144min

Since co-founding Inarc in the early seventies and later Carr Design Group, Sue Carr has played a crucial role in the evolution of Australian interior design. Navigating the early days when the career path was largely unheard of, Sue has a far-reaching legacy, earning gold at the Interior Design Excellence Awards. Sue Carr was also recognised for her leadership by the Financial Review’s Westpac ‘100 Women of Influence’ 2016 event. Recently minted Member (AM) of the Order of Au...

27 Sep 202140min

Michael Drescher is a director at DKO who is very focused on creating a customer experience pathway from arrival to room to amenity, and many moments along the journey. Michael graduated with a degree in Architecture from the Queensland University of Technology and additionally studied in both China and Japan. Michael’s influence has seen an evolution in DKO’s interior design offering, with projects. In this interview, he talks about what it takes to design an award-winning hote...

21 Sep 202130min

Dementia Australia's Karen Cmiel has been working in the Aged Care sector for over 20 years. She has qualifications in Community Leisure and Health, Community Services Management, Dementia care and Education and Training. She is a registered Diversional Therapist and has worked in both residential and community care. During her 20 years she has managed aged care facilities and worked as an aged care consultant. In her current role with Dementia Australia, she talks about teaching ...

13 Sep 202150min