The triumph and tragedy of the Sydney Opera House.
Sep 2025
Episode 263: Phillip Rossington and Richard Francis-Jones on the the design philosophy, challenges, and vision that shaped Sydney House
<p>This is the story of Sydney House, a transformative mixed-use development that redefines luxury living while honouring over 130 years of built legacy. </p><p>Rising above the historic facades of the former City Tattersalls Club, this elegant composition is more than just a bui ... Show More
34m 55s
Oct 2023
Australia's Most Iconic Building
The Sydney Opera House was opened by Queen Elizabeth II on 20th October, 1973, marking the start of a two-week festival of events in celebration of the audacious new building.
“I understand that its construction has not been totally without problems,” Her Majesty commented with ... Show More
10m 48s
Feb 2024
Bonus episode #090 – Afternoon at the opera
In this episode, Andrew takes you on an adventure through Sydney, Australia! Discover the famous Sydney Opera House through Andrew’s eyes as he talks about his experience watching a live opera performance. Lace up your running shoes and go with him across Sydney’s scenic routes, ... Show More
28m 28s
May 2020
68 — Zaha Hadid — 3/4 — Vitra to Cardiff
The third part of our ongoing series on Zaha Hadid! In this episode we discuss the early buildings of the practice, including IBA housing in Berlin, Vitra Fire Station, Spittelau Viaduct Housing, and the unbuilt competition winning design for the Cardiff Opera House. As always, m ... Show More
1h 23m
Sep 2021
87 — Carlo Scarpa — 1/4 — Not Every Architect is an Artist
In our first episode on Carlo Scarpa, we're trying something new! We've made a video to accompany the episode that you can find on our YouTube Channel, in which you can watch Luke and George discuss the enigmatic architecture of Carlo Scarpa, accompanied by images of the building ... Show More
57m 40s
Oct 2024
Episode 226: The growth and growth of Studio.SC and balancing aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability in diverse projects
<p>Studio.SC or Scott Carver as it was known then was established in Sydney in 1983 by Stuart Scott and Malcolm Carver using innovative and entrepreneurial spirit across commercial and experiential projects, including several Sydney CBD towers, hotels and 16 venues for the Sydney ... Show More
45m 56s
Nov 2023
The SECRET RULE Keeping Sydney Short - #73
<p>This week, we're digging into the The B1M's latest video "The Secret Rule Keeping Sydney Short". Sydney, Australia is one of the largest cities in the Southern Hemisphere. Despite having some of the most recognisable landmarks on the globe, Sydney hasn't really built BIG... bu ... Show More
51m 48s
Jan 2021
Legendary Buildings from Australia and Ohio
This is one of our favorite epsiodes and since it was one of our first we thought it was a good one to release again while Adam recovers! We will be back next week. Isadora talks about two buildings in Australia, one still standing, and one which burnt in the 1800's, that highlig ... Show More
1h 27m
<p><strong>Stories: </strong></p>
<p><strong>"Time Warp Saloon"</strong> - The neon sign blinks at the roadhouse bar. The jukebox plays an old tune as the bartender shouts, "Last Call." Just one more. Why not? What could it hurt?</p>
<p>This story came to <a href="http://www.wn ... Show More