Culture by Design

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2025-04-20

Last Air Date: 2025-04-20

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 6

Networks: ABC iview

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Top Cast

Anthony Burke as Self - Presenter

Seasons

Season 1 (2025)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Culture (2025-04-20)

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.
Ep. 2: Community (2025-04-20)

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.
Ep. 3: Handcrafted (2025-04-20)

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.
Ep. 4: Everyday Design (2025-04-20)

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).
Ep. 5: Sustainability (2025-04-20)

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.
Ep. 6: Wanita (2025-04-20)

The final episode introduces audiences to brilliant women designers from across Asia, featuring an architect and graphic designer in Indonesia and ceramicist in India.