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Each week join your host, award-winning designer Adrian Ramsay for a step into the expansive world of design, architecture and more.
Adrian sits down with some of the big names and those who are lesser known from across the international design world to find out what makes them tick, what they strive for and what unites us, in the universal quest to create something simple, functional and beautiful.
In 2013 Richard Petrie worked with a local architect in New Zealand and helped her win better projects at higher fees. In 2014 AMI launched the world’s first comprehensive client attraction system for architects and designers available online. Since then over 600 architects and designers from around the world have been through the training.
The ‘LCC’ method within the training has had a huge impact on the design industry. Designers are taught and given the tools to get paid for pre-design research. ‘No more free work’ demands Richard Petrie, his students are happy to oblige.
Adrian Ramsay Design House connects with clients to innovate solutions for them and create homes that make their hearts sing.
Using his unique ‘Design Magic’ process, Adrian listens to client’s dreams, understands their budget, and creates unique, functional and stylish homes, with a personalised finished product that leaves no two houses the same.
While most of our work is based in Australia, Adrian Ramsay Design House has also completed works in New Zealand, England and France. ARDH are full service designers of new homes and home renovations, specializing in bespoke, environmentally sensitive design.
March 27, 2023
As the founder and principal of MA, Morris Adjmi, FAIA is dedicated to understanding the history and complex forces that shape cities to create buildings that are contextual but unmistakably contemporary. Adjmi’s passion for contextual architecture was formed by the cast-iron French Quarter balconies and crumbling Creole cottages in his hometown of New Orleans and refined in New York
March 14, 2023
Peter received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in 1988. In 1991 he moved to Germany, learned enough German to work as the lead designers of a German firm, Diniaware Architects in Königstein. Peter then moved to Baltimore in 1995 and worked for 10 years for the premier residential architects in the area.
February 21, 2023
As the creator of WELL DesignedTM Homes, Tanya promotes healthy and sustainable design practices to help bring much-needed change to the construction and design industries. WELL DesignedTM Homes are more than just green homes, they are living spaces that encourage you to live well through their aesthetic appeal, functionality, and sustainability. In 2005, Sesshu Design Associates
February 16, 2023
Mark Ryan believes in the experiential power of architecture, and his work is characterized by projects that are civic in nature and personal in their potential for impact. Known for strategic thinking and creative problem solving, his portfolio—which spans from master plans to furniture design and collaborative offices to facilities for rehabilitating troubled kids—contains diverse,
February 7, 2023
Peter received his Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Notre Dame in 1988. In 1991 he moved to Germany, learned enough German to work as the lead designers of a German firm, Diniaware Architects in Königstein. Peter then moved to Baltimore in 1995 and worked for 10 years for the premier residential architects in the area.
January 31, 2023
Jenna is the CEO/President of Domum and the new construction residential Department Head. She is an alumnus of California State University, Chico with a bachelor’s degree in Interior Design with 12+ years of experience in the design/architecture business. She grew naturally into the architectural side of design from the start of her professional design career.
January 23, 2023
Jennifer Briggs is executive vice president/chief executive officer of the Texas Society of Architects. Briggs joined the organization in June, 2021, and is responsible for leading and managing the TxA staff and fulfilling its mandate to support the Society’s mission to be the voice for Texas architecture, supporting the creation of safe, beautiful, sustainable environments. Briggs
January 16, 2023
At the forefront of this elite market, Danckert Real Estate is the area’s premium property specialist. Showcasing Mt Martha’s luxury, prestige, and high-end homes, Danckert Real Estate has set the record sale price for both Mt Martha and Mornington, has the highest median price in the area, and has achieved three of the top five
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October 9, 2022
This week is the last of the AIAAustin Homes Tour podcast episodes, and no better way to end it than speaking to Clara & Kevin about the energy-driven home Vastu, Western Texas. Dick Clark + Associates is a full-service architecture and interior design firm based in Austin, whose work covers a wide range of project types
October 4, 2022
Tim Cuppett is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, School of Architecture. After an internship in San Francisco, he has had the luxury of residing and practicing in Austin for over three decades.Cuppett is a registered Architect and Interior Designer. After a decade of working for a large commercial firm, Cuppett began
September 30, 2022
From Houston originally, Erica Heroy comes from the family of a machine designer/ inventor, a classical musician, and some wild entrepreneurial spirit. This practice was born out of that spirit with a drive for putting things together in a lovely and practical way. Formative years spent at firms like Tsao & McKown in NYC and Glassman Shoemake Maldonado in Houston
September 26, 2022
Ashley helps lead Lake|Flato’s Austin office with a focus on designing urban environments that celebrate and enhance the remarkable connections between people and places. Her work has ranged from sustainable campus planning to boutique hospitality design, across diverse communities and ecosystems. Each of her projects creatively responds to its particular context while staying rooted in
September 22, 2022
Jed Duhon joined Studio Steinbomer in 2009 and brings significant experience as a Project Manager for multiple public, municipal, and residential projects. Being well versed in the fundamentals and nuances inherent in the design process, Jed retains a well-rounded experience level in design and project management for a vast range of multiple project types including
September 21, 2022
Trey Farmer, AIA received his M.Arch from The University of Texas at Austin and has 15 years of experience in sustainable design and construction. He came to Austin from New Hampshire via New Zealand and Northern California where he worked and studied English, architecture, permaculture and natural building. He is a LEED AP (BD+C) and
September 12, 2022
With degrees in both industrial engineering and architecture, Philip loves the left brain / right brain thinking inherent in architectural design: exploring the natural tensions between function and beauty, balancing pragmatic concerns like gravity and waterproofing with artful composition of materials, light, and texture. Philip is happiest when his hands and mind are busy in a
September 6, 2022
Stephanie Lemmo received her Bachelor of Architecture degree from Rice University. Originally born in Puebla, Mexico, Stephanie has strong roots with her Hispanic heritage and multicultural background. With over ten years of experience, she previously worked for prestigious firms in Boston and New York City including Kyu Sung Woo Architects, Ann Beha Architects, Pei Cobb
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October 14, 2020
This episode we’re joined by Robert Gay and Lucy Begg, architects featured on the AIA Austin Homes Tour 2020. Robert Gay Robert grew up making things in the woods of Alabama and helping his Dad on jobsites around the state. Since beginning his architectural studies at Auburn University twenty five years ago, his diverse design and building
October 12, 2020
This episode we’re joined by Camille Jobe and Ada Corral, architects featured on the AIA Austin Homes Tour 2020. JOBE CORRAL ARCHITECTS specializes in the design of well detailed and highly crafted structures using authentic materials. We work with the knowledge that a great project springs from a deep understanding of the site, a respectful and
October 12, 2020
At Baldridge Architects, our practice is predicated on the basic belief that well-designed space can aspire to loftier goals than the mere provision of shelter and amenities; and it can do more than facilitate commercial or institutional goals. For us, these are our baselines—our starting points. As a firm, we are striving for more than prominence in a
October 12, 2020
This episode we’re joined by Tim Cuppett and David Kilpatrick, architects featured on the AIA Austin Homes Tour 2020. Tim Cuppett Architects is a full service Architecture and Interior Design practice, with a residential portfolio spanning two decades. Our work is rooted in traditional forms of hearth and home interpreted in a quiet modernism. Homes are
TALKdesign was created from my fascination of "What makes great design?"
When you consider the world, you realise that everything is designed either by a Human or Nature. Designers have a massive impact on how humans live.
Every moment I spend with design thinkers I come away richer for the experience. I wanted to share my passion, to dig deeper and talk with designers, architects, inventors, artists and business people about what inspires them, their design process, and how they find design inspiration.
Having lived a life of design, training others in innovation thinking and creating for others I see huge value in sharing creatives' stories and process. I hope you enjoy the insights and passion my guests hold for life and design, and that their stories inspire you to become a better designer.
Adrian has lived a life of design, as a child he was always creating “something” – drawing, making models, building. Brought up in New Zealand where there has always been a hands-on approach to life, his father being a fine artist and a mother who was a drama teacher set him on a course which was about connecting with people and creating for them.
This journey took him to film and video production, then creating his own company and contracting to different industries with his design and people skills. Clothing design occupied a large part of his creative journey, starting as a specialist in women’s fashion swimwear working across NZ, Australia, USA and the UK. In another chapter of his design adventure he headed up design for New Zealand's biggest clothing company, where he created on field and on water sportswear globally for the world’s leading sports people. Highlights included mountaineer Sir Edmund Hillary, rugby legend Jonah Lomu, and sailor Russell Coutts to name a few.
Beyond clothing design, Adrian returned to his childhood love of designing houses. This resulted in the creation of Adrian Ramsay Design House where he uses his skill and intuition to read land and spaces, and works with clients to create homes that make their hearts sing.
With a thirst for knowledge and design thinking, Adrian detoured from his house design business for several years in the mid 2000’s to supply his skills across the globe as a systematic innovation trainer. Clients included AIRBUS, Footlocker, World Vision, and Boston Consulting to name a few. However with a young family and too much time away, he chose to return to Australia and his home design practice.
Throughout Adrian’s broad career within the world of design, he has developed a deep understanding as well as a rich appreciation of the skills and people that make this industry tick.
Talk Design is an exploration of both design and the human behaviour that allows it to flourish.
Richard Petrie
Chief Marketect
You're taught "do great design and the clients will find you." It helps if you know how to communicate your value effectively. I help architects attract great clients who value design.
Eric Bobrow
Chief Strategist
Technology allows great design to reach your client, and for your thoughts and ideas to change the world. When you understand the big picture you can shape strategy and direct your tactics and methods to fulfill your mission.
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