The Multi Story Thinking Podcast on Interior Design

Lauren is the Creative Director of Loft. Loft provide a “one stop” interior design and furnishing service, from concept through to completion, working across the student accommodation, hospitality, and residential sectors

I spoke to Lauren in May 2021 via Zoom.

In this episode, we discover how in house design helps clients work within their budgets

How multi-use furniture can help facilitate different ways of working and living.

The importance of fostering human connection and building communities.

And why designers should get to know board sizes and sheen levels

Links

Lauren on LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-maylor-interior-design/

Loft

https://loft.co.uk/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and advice invaluable in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Sarah is a horticulturist and host of the Roots and All Podcast, which provides honest and practical information and brings together some of the best-known experts in the world of horticulture.

She is known for her low impact and wildlife gardens her designs focus on wildlife and environmental benefits without compromising on the aesthetic style

In this episode, we discover the two schools of thought in garden design,

Why your garden should be a haven for wildlife.

The importance of getting the structure right before selecting plants and designing a garden that you can manage.

And why you should definitely think twice before you cut down a tree.

Links

https://rootsandall.co.uk/

https://www.gardencourses.com/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and advice invaluable in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Matt is the commercial manager at IVC Commercial based in the UK. He forms a vital link between designers and the manufacturer and uses his product knowledge to help designers select and specify products.

IVC has been manufacturing vinyl sheet, luxury vinyl tiles, and carpet tiles from their Belgium factory for over 20 years

I met Matt in late 2019 following a ‘meet the supplier’ session with my third-year students at the University of Plymouth

In this episode, we discover how flooring products emulate real materials and the importance of understanding the economics of product selection

The flexibility and design potential of using patterns and colour.

And how playing around with samples can help develop a final design.

Links

Matt Lewis

Matt lewishttps://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-lewis-moduleo/

IVC

https://www.ivc-commercial.com/en-gb

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and advice invaluable in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Oliver is an industry recognised expert in the field of sustainable architectural and interior design.

His eponymous company, Oliver Heath Design, is a research-led sustainable architecture and interior design practice focused on improving health and well being in the built environment

He has presented television programs since 1998 working for numerous channels including the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Discovery Channel,and Norway’sTV2, most recently for the BBC’sDIY SOSwhere his show was BAFTA nominated.

I spoke to Oliver in early 2021 via Zoom with my co-host Kay Hanson

In this episode, we learn about the 14 Patterns of biophilic design

How biophilic design approaches are shifting our design thinking.

We discover how access to nature has shaped Oliver’s design approach and the role of TV shows in the democratisation of design.

And how to make people smile by working in a jungle.

Links
https://www.oliverheath.com/

Twitter: @oliver_heath

Instagram:@oliverheathdesign

Interface White Papers

https://info.interface.com/whitepapers-en_GB

Stephen R. Kellert

Edward O Wilson

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth. https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

The Friday Covers

https://www.instagram.com/thefridaycovers/

Website
http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Nick is the Head of Regional Sales for Humanscale who design and manufacturer of ergonomic products that improve health and comfort at work

His background in interior design has helped him provide a crucial role to support designers and specifiers and share knowledge about ergonomic solutions.

In this episode, we discover how what you see and touch influences how you sit and your comfort.

The importance of intuitive control and adaptability.

How Humanscale shifted from making privacy screen filters into shaping the whole office environment

And the product to select to exercise your abdomen.

Links
Nick on LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-sheepy-11a06720/?originalSubdomain=uk

Humanscale.
https://www.humanscale.com/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Ken is an architect and senior partner of London based design studio Mackay and Partners. The studio creates buildings, interiors, and products and collaborates widely with designers and developers across the globe, working in the sectors of hotels, high-end residential, corporate headquarters, refurbishment and master planning.

I talked to Ken via Zoom in early 2021.

In this episode, we discover the inspirations for Ken’s holistic approach to design. How mixing with other students helps develop an understanding of materials and processes.

The importance of getting to know your client’s perspective and developing good relationships with planners and the role St John restaurant played in the career path of Scottish designers.

Links

https://www.mackayandpartners.co.uk/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Beth and Sally have an impressive combined 35 years’ experience in the commercial interiors sector across both the manufacturer and specifier side.

In late 2020 they set up the Virtual Interiors Event, which launches on the 24th of February 2021. This unique event creates an ideal place for virtual networking, product innovation news, and thought leadership sessions.

I spoke to them via Zoom a few weeks before the launch of their event.

In this episode, we discover how social interaction helps us learn, share, and help each other.

How technology can overcome physical constraints.

The complementary skills that make up a successful partnership.

And why sitting around a virtual table with your competitors is probably one of the best things you can do.

Links
https://thevievent.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-virtual-interiors-event

Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/thevirtualinteriorsevent/

Sally Rice
LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallydianerice/

Beth Harrison
LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/-bethharrison/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth. https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website
https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram
http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Simon is an interior designer and founder of Design Career Consulting. A graduate of Interior Design from Nottingham Trent University, Simon has consulted on the production of projects across a variety of creative disciplines.

He‘s gained his working knowledge and experience through employment with several leading architectural and interior design practices in London and his role within recruitment has helped people to establish and develop their career paths across all areas of Interior Design.

I spoke to Simon via Zoom in Autumn 2020.

In this episode, we discover the importance of collaboration and why you should build a network of contacts.

How a career in design helped shape his expertise in recruitment.

How communication can help break down prejudice and encourage inclusion and team cohesion.

And why it's good to walk the streets with a pack of postcards.

Links

Website www.designcareer.co.uk

Email [email protected]

Instagram @designcareerldn

LinkedIn @Design Career Consulting

Twitter @designcareerldn

The Great Indoors Podcast featuring Simon

https://www.globalplayer.com/podcasts/episodes/7DrbW7b/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Jamie is an interior designer and Director and Hospitality, Leisure & Culture Sponsor of HLM Architects

He’s been a member of the HLM team for over 20 years gaining experience across several sectors including Hospitality, Education, Workplace, and Residential.

I spoke to Jamie over Zoom with my co-host Kay Hanson.

In this episode

We discover the importance of verbal communications and how to build your confidence.

The value of a strong concept as a thread running through a project

How a multi-disciplinary team helps to build relationships across different sectors

And why it is important to keep asking questions.

Links

HLM Architects

https://hlmarchitects.com/

Jamie Wilson LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-wilson-934b691a/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Website

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.

Zachary heads up the Interior Design company Zachary Pullman Design Studio.

Zachary graduated from the Royal College of Art where he studied Interior Design and has created distinctive designs across the hospitality, retail, leisure, and residential sectors.

His innate style and expertise has made the studio a leader in the competitive socialising design sector.

In this episode

We discover the different design approaches to residential and commercial design and how to appeal to Millennials and Gen Z.

Why it is important to like and enjoy the people you are working with.

The importance of designing to help make a business financially successful.

And why its never too late to do a quick redesign.

Links

https://zacharypulman.com/about/

Instagram

@zacharypulmam. https://www.instagram.com/zacharypulman/

How to be a kick-ass Interior Designer.

Come and join us on the Interior Design BA(Hons) course at the University of Plymouth.https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-interior-design

Thanks to

Dave Clarke from @iamthehow (http://www.iamthehow.com) for production support and invaluable advice in the setting up of this Podcast.

Kay Hanson(https://www.instagram.com/kay_v_hanson/) for her planning support and co-hosting for these and our educational podcasts for the University of Plymouth

Mark Frith(https://www.instagram.com/fritzthekat/) for composing the music and all your support and advice along the way.

I’d really like to hear your feedback on the podcast. Leave a comment or get in touch via the website or Instagram.

Website

https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/

Instagram

http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact

Thanks for listening. Bye for now.