Paula Willmore is the Director and Simon Baker is an Associate of Willmore Iles Architects.  Willmore Iles is a RIBA chartered architectural practice specialising in high-quality student accommodation and large residential schemes across the UK For the last six years, they have supported my Home from Home student accommodation project, a live design project, which I set for the Interior Design students at the University of Plymouth. I spoke to them in early 2021 via Zoom In this episode we discover How tiering of communities create cohesive and manageable social groups and helps students make friends. The importance of establishing identity. How working alongside your end users can help reveal the drivers of student choice. And how creating a communal toothbrushing space can stimulate communication and interaction.   Links Willmore Iles Architects https://www.willmoreiles.com/ Home from home project white paper https://www.willmoreiles.com/news-resources/home-from-home-the-future-of-student-living-space-designed-for-students-by-students   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.

Multi Story Thinking

Paula Willmore and Simon Baker

In this episode, we talk to Stefania Paolini. At the time of recording Stefania was the Global Community & Content Manager for the Plum Guide The Plum Guide is a travel-based platform that offers rental accommodation. The company's platform combines data and expert human curation to create professional, creative, and inspiring spaces and hosts, enabling travelers to stay in homes rather than hotels. I spoke to Stefania with my co-host Kay Hanson in early 2021. In this episode we discover the elements to consider when judging the design attributes of a home. The questions to ask to pinpoint the nuances of look and feel. The inverse relationship of location beauty and the quality of accommodation.  And why posting on Instagram is a benchmark of success for a perfect stay   Links Stefania on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefania-p-794b9415/ Plum Guide https://www.plumguide.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.

Stefania Paolini

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.

Lauren Maylor

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.

Sarah Wilson

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.

Meet the supplier-Matt Lewis from IVC Commercial

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’s TV2, most recently for the BBC’s DIY SOS where 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. Linkshttps://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.

Oliver Heath

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.   LinksNick 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.

Meet the supplier-Nick Sheepy from Humanscale

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 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.

Ken Mackay

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. Linkshttps://thevievent.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-virtual-interiors-event Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/thevirtualinteriorsevent/ Sally RiceLinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallydianerice/ Beth HarrisonLinkedIn. 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 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. Websitehttps://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/ Instagramhttp://www.multistorythinking.com/contact   Thanks for listening.  Bye for now.

Beth Harrison and Sally Rice

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 info@designcareer.co.uk 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 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.

Simon Hamilton

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 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. Instagram https://www.instagram.com/forster_jonathan/ Website http://www.multistorythinking.com/contact Thanks for listening.  Bye for now.

Jamie Wilson

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 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.

Zachary Pulman

Elina is an interior designer, sustainability and wellbeing expert, and Director of Grigoriou Interiors. With 18 years of experience in the commercial interior design sector, she has extensive knowledge of human-centric design to complement her natural creative talent and passion for sustainability. She is an industry specialist in designing for wellbeing and author of Wellbeing in Interiors: Philosophy, Design and Value in Practice’ a practical guide that explores how interiors impact wellbeing. I spoke to Elina via Zoom in early 2020, a few weeks into the first lockdown. In this episode, we discover the importance of user-profiles and the role of empathy in the design process. How space can support activity and how interiors impact the body, mind, and emotions. The impact of ego on the design process. And why, before getting to know your client you must get to know yourself. Links Grigoriou Interiors https://grigoriou.co.uk/elina-grigoriou/ Design for Wellbeing https://www.designforwellbeing.co.uk/homepage_# 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 Instagram forster_jonathan  

Elina Grigoriou

A brief trailer for the upcoming series 3 of the Muti Story Thinking Podcast on Interior design. In series 3 we cover wellbeing, design careers, tips, and advice and we break out into the garden. Series 1 launched in Autumn 2019 with Naomi Cleaver and a Meet the Supplier version with Foscarini followed up with Kirsty Angerer, Anna Hart, Julienne Webster, Adam Parsons, Rachel Forster, Dr. Craig Knight, Caroline Buckingham, Tim Wadsworth, Iris Dunbar, IVC's Ivo Schintz, and a return for Kirsty Angerer to discuss working from home during the Covid 19 pandemic Series 2 featured chats with Marianne Shillingford, Ella Doran, Cathryn Bishop, Mustafa Afsaroglu, Nathan Hurley, Hanieh Motamedian, David Amos, Luke Pearson and Tom LLoyd,  James Mair, and Abigail Chandler.

Series 3 trailer

Abigail is a director of furniture and lighting retailer Viaduct. With over 25 years of experience, Abi works with interior Designers and Architects to understand and meet their briefs in terms of design, budget, and availability In this episode we discover The importance of building relationships with clients. How visiting site can highlight design opportunities. The specification process and how materials can help convey emotions. And how taking a work placement in Leeds opened up a career mixing business with design.   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 BA (Hons) Product and Furniture Design https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-product-and-furniture-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 twitter @multi_story.   Thanks for listening.  Bye for now.   Links   Viaduct https://www.viaduct.co.uk/

Abigail Chandler

The Multi Story Thinking Podcast unravels the mysteries of interior design. Hosted by designer and educator Jonathan Forster the podcast takes an educational slant on the world of interior design providing an insight into the how and the why. It includes interviews with professionals from across the spectrum of the interior design world alongside more practical discussions about techniques, processes and the professional practice of interior design. It is suitable for anyone wanting to learn about the process of interior design from undergraduates to keen amateurs, business owners to design professionals. We've got Naomi Cleaver, Anna Hart and Rachel Forster in the can set to be released this autumn.

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