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A sculptural exploration of identity, heritage, and the future of electric mobility through the creative lens of artist Mattia Biagi and the design universe of Flying Flea. What happens when a motorcycle becomes a material memoir - and an electric brand becomes a cultural platform? Artist Mattia Biagi and Flying Flea’s Head of Brand Peter Beadle join MINDED to reveal how craft, symbolism,…
Why do some objects feel alive?In this episode of MINDED, designer Mathieu Lehanneur reveals the emotional, scientific, and instinctive forces that shape his work. Known for blending art, technology, psychology, and poetry, Mathieu explains why he sees objects as “stem cells” carriers of energy, memory, and human connection.We explore:• The emotional energy hidden inside objects• Why touch is the…
Antoine Picon is Professor of the History of Architecture and Technology at Harvard Graduate School of Design and one of the field's most rigorous thinkers on the relationship between technology, urbanism, and human experience. In this conversation, he reframes the questions everyone asks about AI and architecture. Rather than debating whether machines will replace designers, Picon asks what AI…
In this conversation, Los Angeles–based designer Jamie Bush goes deep on the fingerprints of his work: calibrated proportion, playful scale shifts, and layered vignettes that bring warmth without relying on trends. He shares how a studio can stay curious across typologies and geographies—from historic restorations to a New Orleans hotel with deco and jazz-age notes—while keeping budgets honest and…
Will Meyer and Gray Davis, co-founders of Meyer Davis, share their design philosophy centered on "sense of place" and reveal how they create timeless luxury hospitality spaces for Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental, and Del Vue Hotels.In this inspiring conversation, Will and Gray discuss their research-driven approach to balancing brand DNA with local culture, working with artisans and craftsmen…
Design legends George Yabu and Glenn Pushelberg get candid about creativity, market speed, mentorship, and why soulful imperfection - and empathy - matter more than trends.
Juliana Vasconcelos: "I Spent 3 Days in Paris Just Thinking to Design Milan's Most Immersive Installation"Brazilian architect Juliana Lima Vasconcelos reveals how 3 days of silent led to creating one of Milan Design Week 2024's most immersive installations the Lavazza coffee experience.In this episode, Juliana discusses:- The 3-part experiential journey using pregnancy sounds and coffee textures-…
What does it take to design entire worlds for Marvel's Fantastic Four and Loki? How do you translate a script into an immersive cinematic environment? What makes retro-futuristic design work? Is perfectionism helping or hurting your creative process? How do you balance art with the logistics of massive productions? What's AI's real impact on creative innovation? In this episode of Minded Podcast,…
What makes Rivian different from other EV brands? Jeff Hamoud, Chief Design Officer at Rivian, explains the company’s design philosophy: approachable yet premium, functional yet fun. In this conversation with Yuri Xavier on the MINDED Podcast, Jeff breaks down how Rivian balances form and engineering, creates vehicles that families and adventurers can both enjoy, and avoids the aggressive cues of…
What happens when joy and grief share the same canvas? Artist and designer Yinka Ilori joins MINDED to talk about designing emotional spaces, drawing from community, and how colour became his creative language. He shares the personal stories behind his vibrant work—and what it really takes to stay grounded while being seen as a public ambassador for joy. We also discuss the promise and risks of AI…
