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Her Design, Her Story

A female-focussed podcast celebrating the personal journeys of Australian female designers and makers in the midst of their careers.

In this collection of inspiring stories and insider insights, we step inside the current creative landscape through the eyes of women shaping it - from formative influences and defining breakthroughs, to the layered in between moments, as well as exploring what’s next.

The journey before, the now and the future.

Hosted by Sarah Reid of Sarah Reid & Others

Produced by BackChat Studios

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Tuesday · 58 min
Ep.052 - Kathryn Robson
Kathryn Robson is a Director and co-founder of Melbourne based architectural practice Robson Rak. After beginning her career in London, Kathryn moved to Melbourne and went on to establish her own practice before joining forces with her husband, Chris Rak. Together, they have created an extraordinary body of work, particularly within Melbourne’s heritage homes, balancing the past with contemporary life through thoughtful planning, natural materials and meticulous craftsmanship. As Kathryn celebrates 20 years in practice and the release of her book, Permanent Residence, we discuss her journey, creative process and the enduring philosophy behind her work.
September 23 · 40 min
Ep. 051 - Live Event
In conversation with Louise Bastiras, Jordan Fleming and Ruby Shields. The panel explore the idea of “Designing Legacy – What are we leaving behind?” The conversation was inspired by reflecting on four key design weeks that have unfolded so far this year — Milan, Melbourne, New York and Copenhagen — and the broader questions they have raised around what endures, what we leave behind, how we design for the future, and who design ultimately serves?
September 16 · 50 min
Ep. 050 - Jillian Dinkel
Jillian Dinkel is the founder and creative director of Jillian Dinkel Designs. Originally from America, Jillian spent almost two decades in fashion, including as an editor at Vogue in New York, before making the brave decision to retrain in interior design. Today, she is renowned for her work with period and heritage homes, particularly Sydney’s beautiful terraces, where she masterfully balances old and new -preserving the details, character and imperfections that give a home its soul, while making it feel relevant to contemporary life. Jillian is drawn to history and storytelling; she uncovers a buildings history and creates the next chapter. In this episode, Jillian touches on fashion, interiors, heritage, creativity and the journey between them -and the art of creating a home that feels both timeless and entirely personal.
September 10 · 49 min
Ep. 049 - Sacha Wark-de Boer
Sacha is the founder and creative director of Southern Highlands-based interior design studio Opal & Oak. Sacha’s journey into interiors is a fascinating one. With a background spanning fashion, graphic design and creative leadership at Canva, she brings a wonderfully multidisciplinary perspective to her work — combining visual storytelling with structure, emotion with practicality, and beauty with purpose.
September 8 · 42 min
Ep. 048 - Keti Lytras
Keti Lytras is the Head of Creative at GlobeWest, overseeing her talented Design team. Throughout her time at the business, her role has always had many facets, including trend forecasting, product design, styling, and creative direction of GlobeWest’s range and lifestyle photography. Bought to you by @royaloakfloors_australia
August 26 · 51 min
Ep. 047 - Kelly Thompson
Kelly Thompson is an illustrator, designer, stylist, creative director, speaker and all-round creative powerhouse based in Melbourne. Kelly’s career is a wonderful lesson in following curiosity and trusting where it leads. From fashion photography to illustration, interiors, styling and creative direction, her distinctive eye has shaped an incredibly diverse body of work. We discuss her unconventional creative journey, the experiences that have shaped her, and the importance of following your intuition. Bought to you by @royaloakfloors
August 19 · 36 min
Ep. 046 - Brooke Holm
Brought to you by @royaloakfloors Brooke Holm is an Australian-American interdisciplinary artist and photographer based in Brooklyn, New York. Working across lens-based media, sound, sculpture and installation, her practice explores the elemental forces shaping our planet and the complex relationship between humans and the natural world. Her evocative work spans remote landscapes, architecture and the intimate details of the Earth. LINKTREE: https://shorturl.at/TUQBX
August 12 · 57 min
Ep. 045 - Sarah Stamm
She wanted to study architecture. The careers advisor said her maths wasn't strong enough. So Sarah went and built an entire career in design anyway, just via the scenic route: advertising, David Jones, hand-drafted joinery, high-end Sydney residential, a boutique studio in regional Beechworth, and now a fully handmade, Instagram-only textile business she runs from 22 acres. In this episode, Sarah traces the sliding-door moments that took her from a country town in NSW to designing Westfield retail interiors, to closing her own store to care for sick family members, to rebuilding from scratch with nothing but leftover fabric and a login she barely understood. She talks candidly about the 80/20 rule of showing up online, why she still hand-drafts everything, designing by season, and the surprising reason her answer to "if your brand was a celebrity"
August 5 · 1 hr
Ep. 044 - Jessica Bettenay
Brought to you by Royal Oak Floors Jessica Bettenay is the founder and creative force behind By R.A., an innovative interior design and renovation studio redefining the way people build and transform their homes. With a passion for creating thoughtful, highly personal spaces, Jessica combines creativity with practical expertise to make the renovation journey more accessible, collaborative, and enjoyable. In this episode, she shares her entrepreneurial journey, her approach to design, and the lessons she's learned while building a purpose-driven brand.
July 29 · 45 min
Ep. 043 - Kerrie-Ann Jones
Kerrie-Ann Jones is one of Australia's leading interior stylists and designers, based in Sydney. A former style Editor at Real Living magazine, she's since built a career styling editorial shoots, campaigns and residential projects for some of the industry's top designers.  Her signature approach blends vintage and contemporary pieces with sculptural forms, layering texture and colour, creating spaces that feel curated yet deeply personal.  We discuss Kerrie-Ann’
July 22 · 40 min
Ep. 042 - Manuela Millan
In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Manuela Millan, the Design Manager at Fortis and the founder of Meanwhile in Melbourne, a platform championing local design talent. With incredible experience working across several notable design studios, Manuela has built a career turning real client needs into considered, liveable spaces.  We chat about her pathway to Australia and into design, the lessons learned along the way, and how Meanwhile in Melbourne g
July 15 · 44 min
Ep. 041 - April Butten
April Button is the founder and driving force behind BOAST, a strategy-led creative studio helping brands build genuine emotional connection, sharp cultural instinct, and real commercial impact. From ambitious startups to established businesses stepping into their next stage of growth, April and the BOAST team work across brand design, strategy, storytelling, packaging, websites and launch marketing, helping shape how brands are perceived, gain attention, and create the momentum th
July 8 · 42 min
Ep. 040 - Kim Kneipp
Kim Kneipp Studio is an interior design practice based in Melbourne, working across Australia on architecturally integrated residential, wellness and commercial environments.Through careful attention to planning, materiality and atmosphere, we create environments that feel calm, connected and deeply personal. Visit Royal Oak Flooring at: https://royaloakfloors.com.au LINKTREE: https://shorturl.at/TUQBX<hr> Hosted on Acast
July 1 · 37 min
Ep. 039 - Naomi Singer
Naomi Singer is on a mission to make plants the most exciting thing on your plate. The Raw Plant Life founder and health coach joins us to talk about her debut book My Vibrant Table was shortlisted for Best Vegan Cookbook in the World at the Gourmand Awards and the story behind her vibrant, flavour-first approach to plant-based eating. Visit Royal Oak Flooring at: https://royaloakfloors.com.au LINKTREE: https://shorturl.at/TUQBX<hr><p style='color:grey; font-s
June 24 · 54 min
Ep. 038 - Tara Solberg
Few & Far was founded in 2009 by Tara Solberg and her partner Danny. Tara is a true creative -leading the creative direction and innovation at Few & Far which achieved global recognitionreceiving the prestigious Global Honouree Award at the Global Innovator Awards.As some of you may already know, Few & Far is a furniture and homewares brand that is based onthe South Coast of NSW. Few & Far has stores in Berry, Bowral, Thirroul and Huskisson, as well
June 17 · 47 min
Ep. 037 - Genevieve Wallis
Genevieve Wallis is the founder and creative director of Genevieve Wallis Studio, an interior design practice recognised for its understated elegance and refined, thoughtful restraint. With a background in fashion media, Genevieve brings a unique design perspective, where composition, craftsmanship and tactile richness are central to her approach. Visit Royal Oak Flooring at: https://royaloakfloors.com.au LINKTREE: https://shorturl.at/TUQBX<hr><p style='color:grey; fon
June 10 · 40 min
Ep. 036 - Arielle Lopresti
Arielle Lopresti, co-founder of Australian hardware brand Lo & Co, joins Sarah to trace her journey from rehabilitation consultant to design entrepreneur — launching the business alongside her first child and best friend. They dig into the brand's disruptive direct-to-consumer approach, the craft behind their sculptural hardware, collaborative collections, and Low & Co's growing footprint in the US market. Visit Royal Oak Flooring at: https://royaloakfloors.com.au
June 3 · 50 min
Ep. 035 - Katie Forse Sargent
For years, Katie was the creative force behind Katie Sargent Design, crafting breathtaking, intentional luxury homes across Australia. But after facing the overwhelming mental load of modern motherhood and family logistics, she saw a massive gap in the market.Katie took a massive leap from physical design into the tech world to launch Tribu—an intelligent, secure digital admin vault designed to help families conquer life's paperwork. Visit Royal Oak Flooring at: http
May 26 · 58 min
Ep. 034 - Emma Coyne
Emma Coyne is the Creative Director and Founder of Camille Agency, which began in 2018. With 24 years experience under her belt working with some of Australia’s biggest retail and hospitality brands, today she maintains her role as Creative Director, leading a team of designers, strategists and website developers. Emma is also a dedicated Mum to her three children, a lover of interiors and fiercely passionate about cultivating a creative workplace that brings people together.<b
May 19 · 37 min
Ep. 033 - Julia Levitt
With over a decade of experience, Julia Levitt’s work has been recognised through multiple industry awards and featured in leading design and architecture publications. Her expertise spans custom landscape design, outdoor living spaces, and bespoke garden design tailored to each site and client, which is all exhibited in her award-winning landscape design studio, Nelson Thomas. Nelson Thomas works across private gardens, luxury homes, and large estates throughout Australia, collabor

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