Design Your Life with Vince Frost

The smallest change can make the biggest difference, especially when it starts a groundswell. This was the case for Sarah Beard – filmmaker and CEO of the pollution revolution; Take 3 For The Sea.  If everyone took just three pieces of rubbish from the beach, we could all make a real difference. Growing up in Fiji, Sarah saw her crystal-clear beaches quickly turn to rubbish dumps. Like many countries, the lack of infrastructure to deal with waste effectively meant little was being done to fix the problem.   For Sarah – visual storytelling was a crucial component in helping combat the climate crisis; if she could show the world how dire our situation was, perhaps she could provoke meaningful change. For over 25 years, she produced some of the world’s most thought-provoking conservation films. Most recently, she’s extended her positive impact by joining Take 3 For the Sea as CEO.   In the latest episode of our ‘Tide For Change’ series – Vince and Sarah unpack the power of filmmaking to send a warning sign, why we must design a circular economy for our future, and the simple things that can inspire and influence world change.  https://www.take3.org/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you've ever seen a picture of Bondi Beach, you've seen Eugene Tan's work. He's the founder of the infamous photography studio, Aquabumps – a nod to the waves in the ocean.   What began as a humble hobby soon transformed into an iconic part of Australian history. His work can be found in people's homes, workplaces, restaurants, and hotels – by taking Sydney's stunning coastline around the world, Eugene has brought an incredible amount of attention and love for our sea.   In our latest 'Tide for Change' episode – Vince and Eugene discuss his love for finding something special in the mundane, how connecting with water has impacted his life, and why taking stunning pictures of our oceans could be the key to rescuing them.    https://www.aquabumps.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In another special edition episode for our architecture series, from Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to visionary architect Koichi Takada.    Koichi and his team belong to a new generation of architects who bring nature back into the urban environment. Informed by his Japanese design sensibility, each project embodies Koichi’s commitment to nature’s organic forms—light, air, water, and even sound.   In conversation with Vince, they explore how Japanese culture has influenced his craftsmanship, why architecture should emulate nature to create an emotional connection, and how his unique design approach will shift the construction industry into a more sustainable future.   To explore Koichi’s forward-thinking practice, grab a copy of his first monograph – ‘Koichi Takada: Architecture, Nature, and Design’.    Explore the monograph  https://koichitakada.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our planet works tirelessly to keep us alive, so why aren’t we doing more to protect it? Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic – oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans. In this episode, Vince chats with the “Mother of Sharks”, Melissa Cristina Márquez. She’s a Latina marine biologist and conservationist, author, television presenter and founder of The Fins United Initiative – all aimed to educate people about diverse sharks, the scientists who study them and why both matter to the future of our oceans.   They discuss how misunderstanding sharks has cost our ecosystem, the scary discovery from her latest National Geographic expedition to the Arctic, and what we can all do to ensure the survival of sharks – and ultimately – ourselves.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a special edition episode for our architecture series, from Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to David Flack and Mark Robinson of Flack Studio.   Flack Studio is a visionary collective of designers and architects. Whether they’re designing the interiors for Sydney’s soon-to-open Ace Hotel or Troye Sivan’s stunning Melbourne home, every project is an imaginative expression of character and context.    In this episode, we explore their country upbringing, why their yin and yang relationship helps each project find its individual aesthetic, the importance of commissioning Australian artists, and how they foster creativity from a playful place of ponder.    https://flackstudio.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic – oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans.   For our second episode, Vince chats to world champion Kiteboarder and product developer Ewan Jaspan. Ewan has been competing with Naish Kiteboarding since finishing high school at 17, and more recently, developing their gear and branded content.     This episode explores how a kid from Edinburgh became a world champion Kiteboarder, the importance of design for athletes, and why designing his life around kiteboarding has led him on the deepest of adventures.   https://www.youtube.com/c/ewanjaspan https://www.instagram.com/ewanjaspan/?hl=en See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home to dolphins, surfers and tonnes of plastic: oceans are both healing places and places in need of healing. ‘Tide for Change’ explores the life of creative entrepreneurs and the depths they’ll dive to make a positive change for our oceans.    First up is Nick Dutton, co-founder of socially-driven surf brand; Mami Wata (aka Mother Water). Based in South Africa, they aim to be a creative force for good – designing and manufacturing locally to create jobs; supporting surf therapy organisation, Waves for Change; and strengthening surf tourism to grow Africa’s economy.    Speaking with Vince, they explore the need for diverse representation in surf culture, how Nick’s background in advertising has helped build an honest brand, and why they're taking the African surf community worldwide.   https://mamiwatasurf.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the final episode in our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks with the profoundly significant architect, Karl Fender.     As an avowed urbanist who loves life in the city, Karl and his firm Fender Katsalidis are responsible for designing some of Australia’s most groundbreaking buildings – from Eureka Tower, Australia 108 and Hobart’s daring MONA gallery to the Merdeka 118 mega skyscraper in Kuala Lumpur.   Vince and Karl explore how an adventurous childhood and early apprenticeship with Robin Boyd shaped his practice, the white lie that shifted his remarkable career, and why apartments mark the future of urban living.    https://fkaustralia.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you design homes that inspire feeling?  In this episode of our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to the founder of Decus Interiors, Alexandra Donohoe Church.  The true measure of a home is how it makes us feel, from comfort and romance to inspiration and connection. Alexandra’s rebellious approach to form, balance and tension creates spaces with deep sensory resonance.  Vince and Alexandra explore their love-hate relationship with Pinterest, how sourcing inspiration can help and hinder originality, and why designing the feeling of space comes down to trusting your gut.    https://decus.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of our Architecture Series – From Lego to Skyscrapers, Vince speaks to the co-founder of Casey Brown Architecture, Rob Brown.   They are behind the award-winning project 'Permanent Camping' – a sustainable retreat surrounded by Australian bush. Described as a flower that blossoms with the sun – it’s a shelter-like structure chiselled back to the essentials; a place for respite, reconnecting with nature and a return to simple living.   But for all its simplicity, it’s anything but simple. Vince and Rob explore the importance of this wild landmark project for our ever-busy lives, how design can redefine the relationship between humans and nature, and why minimalism can transform the way we live.   http://www.caseybrown.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.