About this season
Embark on a creative, cultural journey across Asia and meet the creative visionaries shaping the future of design in this exciting new series, hosted by Professor of Architecture, Anthony Burke.
Episodes (6)
1. Culture
Aired 20 April 2025 • 28 min
Design is a reflection of history, heritage and identity. This episode explores cultural roots that influence modern design with a wood block printer in Bangalore, fashion designer in Jakarta and furniture designer in Mumbai.
2. Community
Aired 20 April 2025 • 30 min
Design has the power to bring people together, solve local challenges, and foster shared experiences. Discover how community influences design with stories from Mumbai, Central Java and Yogyakarta.
3. Handcrafted
Aired 20 April 2025 • 28 min
The art of making by hand is a timeless tradition that continues to shape the modern world. Meet designers who incorporate handcrafted practices in Jakarta, Bali, and Delhi.
4. Everyday Design
Aired 20 April 2025 • 31 min
Thoughtful design enhances daily lives in ways we don't always notice. Learn about the creatives who practice forward-thinking designs in Mumbai (furniture design), Yogyakarta (ceramics), and Central Java (bamboo bikes).
5. Sustainability
Aired 20 April 2025 • 30 min
How can design help us live more sustainably? Learn how environmentally-focused architects and furniture designers in Delhi, India and Jakarta, Indonesia, are creating groundbreaking and impactful designs.
6. Wanita
Aired 20 April 2025 • 28 min
The final episode introduces audiences to brilliant women designers from across Asia, featuring an architect and graphic designer in Indonesia and ceramicist in India.