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Latest Episodes
Extra: Eberhard Zeidler
We reflect on the remarkable and influential career of late architect Eberhard Zeidler, whose legacy includes some of Toronto’s most ground-breaking public spaces.
Fashion news, Antigone Ceramics and beauty in buildings
We preview a busy year ahead for the fashion industry and visit a ceramics studio that’s a hit with chefs and restaurants in Athens. Plus: we discuss a new UK policy that aims to promote beauty in buildings.
Extra: Fitting places
Pritzker prize-winning architects Kazuyo Sejima and Ryue Nishizawa have their second exhibition at Toto Gallery Ma. Monocle’s Tokyo bureau chief, Fiona Wilson, shares what we can expect from the showcase, which is titled ‘Architecture and Environment’.
Martha Schwartz, Cubitts and Shantell Martin
We sit down with legendary landscape architect Martha Schwartz, make our own set of precision-fitted spectacles and discuss the benefits of collaborative projects.
What we learned: a design special
Nic Monisse reflects on what we’ve learned in the design industry this year. Plus: we explore Remai Modern, a public art museum in Saskatoon, Canada.
The best of ‘Monocle on Design’
Nolan Giles and the team behind ‘Monocle on Design’ take a look back at some of the programme’s highlights from the past year.
Extra: The Swiss way
Whether your look at its exemplary architecture, an iconic piece of furniture or a beautiful textile, Switzerland has a rich history when it comes to good design. Monocle’s executive editor Nolan Giles reflects on the nation’s approach to making.
Richard Baird, Antwerp lace and menswear trends
We speak to brand identity designer Richard Baird and learn about Antwerp’s significant role in lace production. Plus: Aleks Cvetkovic joins us in the studio to reflect on menswear in 2021.
Extra: The LeBron James Innovation Centre
We catch up with Tom Kundig, the architect behind Nike’s new LeBron James Innovation Center. The building is part of Nike’s World Headquarters in Oregon and houses design studios, offices and a sports research lab.
US special: Design Miami and Khruangbin
We meet the incoming curatorial director of this year’s Design Miami. Plus: musical trio Khruangbin give us some insight into the creation of their unique tour posters.