Facets of Design

In this episode of LIXIL's Facets of Design, Paul Flowers chats with Dick about the stories, research, and ingenuity behind his work, and how he balances meticulous detail with big-picture vision. A fascinating journey from everyday objects to outer space.From Casio’s  G-Shock watches — Baby-G named after the Spice Girls — to the first cordless kettle and even Virgin Galactic interiors, designer Dick Powell has shaped some of the world’s most iconic products.

Recorded live at the World Architecture Festival 2025 in Miami, this episode of LIXIL’s Facets of Design features host Paul Flowers in conversation with acclaimed architect Sanjay Puri, Founder of Sanjay Puri Architects. Together, they explore the inspiration behind Puri’s distinctive architectural approach, the relentless work ethic that has shaped his career for decades, and his commitment to contextual and climate-responsive design.  The conversation delves into how cultural influence, sculptural form, and sustainability define his global portfolio, as well as his experiences on the WAF Super Jury, the challenges and opportunities of the past decade, and the evolving future of architectural practice.

In this episode, host Paul Flowers sits down with Sean Carney, a global design thought leader whose career has spanned many organisations, including Electrolux, Hewlett-Packard, and Philips, where he served as Chief Design Officer and Business Leader for Healthcare Transformation Services with more than 700 creatives.Sean shares how his path through different industries and cultures shaped his belief that great design combines empathy, innovation and joy. Together, he and Paul explore the mentors and philosophies that influenced his work, from early user-centric thinking to the importance of emotional expression in design.They also discuss Sean’s ongoing commitment to purpose-driven creativity through Design For Good, as well as his role as Chairman of the Design Business Association and the Design Effectiveness Awards.

In this insightful episode of LIXIL Facets of Design, Chief Design and Brand Identity Officer Paul Flowers sits down with Robert Brunner, the industrial design visionary behind Beats by Dr. Dre, Apple’s early design language, founder of Lunar and Ammunition. Robert shares how powerful design can transform culture, business and technology. From the early influences of Mario Bellini to the journey behind creating great products.

In this inspiring episode of LIXIL Facets of Design, Chief Design and Brand Identity Officer Paul Flowers sits down with renowned interior designer Kristina Zanic, founder of Kristina Zanic Consultants. From her humble beginnings on an Australian farm to leading one of the most influential design firms across the Middle East and Asia, Kristina shares her unique journey, creative philosophy, and how a childhood dream of becoming a physiotherapist evolved into a global design career.