Space by Stansons

Guy Stanley

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Design
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Welcome to Space by Stansons. Listen to raw, thought-provoking conversations with key players in the interiors industry, as we challenge conventional thinking towards aesthetics and sustainability. Most importantly our objective is to inspire designers to think holistically, creating spaces where people of today and the future, truly flourish.

1 day ago

Women still aren't taken seriously in construction with Kimberley Chut

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this episode of Space by Stansons, Guy meets Kimberley Chant, Head of Pre-Construction at EC1 Build, to explore the often unseen world behind successful workplace projects. From estimating and cost planning to managing teams and guiding clients through complex decisions, Kimberley shares what really happens before a project reaches site. Kimberley reflects on how she found her way into fit out after studying civil engineering, and why pre-construction sits at the centre of the process. She explains the common details clients underestimate, from installation costs and trims to lighting, mechanical systems, and the hidden extras that can quickly push a budget up. The conversation also explores Kimberley’s personal journey as a Thai-British woman in a male-dominated industry. She speaks honestly about confidence, resilience, imposter syndrome, and learning to stand up for herself after difficult experiences in her career. Along the way, Kimberley shares the work ethic she inherited from her mum, the importance of being in a workplace where you are valued, and why good management is about supporting people, not just assigning work. She also opens up about wanting to help her own team grow, flourish, and feel invested in. A candid and insightful conversation about construction, culture, resilience, leadership, and why the best workplaces are built by people who understand both the detail and the humans behind it.

35 min
30 Jun

Sneak Peak 👀 Women aren't being taken seriously in construction

Stay tuned 👀 ✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ “Every job, you’re either learning or you’re earning.” What do you do when you’re doing neither? 🎧 Kimberley Chut joins Guy on next week’s episode of Space by Stansons.

3 min
23 Jun

Why the Office isn't dead with Jacinta Ashby

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this episode of Space by Stansons, Guy meets Jacinta Ashby, Senior Designer at BW Design & Build, to explore the spaces that inspire her most, from a bustling café in Greenwich to the open landscapes of Greenwich Park. Together, they discuss how different environments shape the way we think, feel, focus, and connect. Jacinta shares why variety has become one of the most important ingredients in workplace design, explaining the growing demand for collaborative lounges, focus spaces, wellness rooms, and environments that encourage movement throughout the day. She reflects on what offices can learn from hospitality, cafés, and nature to create more meaningful experiences for employees. The conversation also explores the role of wellbeing in design. From acoustics and natural light to biophilic principles and intentional quiet spaces, Jacinta explains how workplaces can support people beyond productivity and help them feel calmer, healthier, and more connected. Along the way, Jacinta opens up about moving from Australia to London, the importance of spending time in nature, and how designing memorable experiences, not just beautiful spaces, has become central to her philosophy as a designer. She argues that the most successful environments are those that encourage people to be themselves, create meaningful moments, and leave with lasting memories. A thoughtful conversation about workplace experience, wellbeing, biophilic design, and why the best spaces help people feel something.

37 min
16 Jun

Sneak Peak 👀 Why the Office isn't dead

Stay tuned 👀 ✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ “The most important thing for me as a designer is that people feel something in that space.” What if the success of a workplace wasn’t measured by how it looked, but by how it made people feel? 🎧 Jacinta Ashby on next week's episode of Space by Stansons.

2 min
9 Jun

Caught in Clerkenwell - Part 2

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this special edition of Space by Stansons, Guy heads out into Clerkenwell Design Week to capture the ideas, trends, and conversations shaping the design industry right now. Designers, makers, and exhibitors share what they’re hoping to discover, the products catching their attention, and the changes they’d like to see in the workplace of the future. A recurring theme throughout the day is the return of boldness. From colourful palettes and statement furniture to innovative materials and standout details, many designers talk about moving beyond safe, neutral schemes in search of something more expressive and inspiring. The episode also explores how design can create more inclusive experiences. One exhibitor discusses an installation designed around colour vision deficiency, encouraging visitors to experience how different people perceive the same environment and sparking conversations around accessibility and neurodiversity. Along the way, Guy uncovers perspectives on sustainability, biophilic design, creativity, and the importance of designing spaces that connect people. From paint inspired by ice cream flavours to visions of public buildings transformed by nature, the episode offers a snapshot of the ideas energising the design community today. A fast-paced tour of Clerkenwell Design Week, packed with fresh thinking, emerging trends, and the people pushing the industry forward.

11 min
26 May

Caught in Clerkenwell

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this special edition of Space by Stansons, Guy heads into the heart of Design Week to explore the emotional side of creativity through a live interactive installation built around six designer personality types. From The Overthinker and The Distracted to The Night Owl and the elusive Zen, designers share honest reflections on how they work, what blocks them creatively, and the routines they rely on to stay inspired. Across the conversations, recurring themes emerge around distraction, collaboration, overthinking, and the importance of stepping away to reset. Designers discuss everything from needing background noise to focus, to taking walks, leaning on teammates, and finding inspiration through materials, colour, sustainability, and human connection. The episode also captures the spirit of Design Week itself — a week built around discovery, creativity, reconnecting with the industry, and experiencing new ideas together. From acoustic sustainable products and bold colour trends to “funky non glue-down flooring,” this is a snapshot of what today’s creative community is really thinking about. A fast-paced, people-led special exploring the realities behind creative work — and the shared experiences that bring designers together.

16 min
19 May

Designing for Emotion, Not Just Efficiency with Vyshali Sardesai

✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ In this episode, Guy joins Vyshali on a journey through King’s Cross to explore where creativity, storytelling, and workplace design collide. Together, they discuss how urban regeneration, sketching, culture, and human behaviour all shape the way modern workplaces are designed. Vyshali shares how drawing on her daily commute helps her slow down, observe people, and spark ideas that feed directly into her design process. As they walk through transformed spaces around King’s Cross, the conversation explores how thoughtful design can completely change the way people feel, connect, and experience a place. The discussion covers the psychology behind workplace design, the importance of creating spaces people genuinely want to spend time in, and why retrofit and regeneration projects are becoming increasingly important in a more sustainable future. They also explore: How creativity and observation influence workplace designWhy urban regeneration is about community, not gentrificationThe role of storytelling in shaping workplace experiencesHow design impacts mood, behaviour, and wellbeingWhy flexible, human-centred workplaces matter more than everThe importance of mentorship, kindness, and collaboration in design teamsHow heritage buildings can be reimagined for modern ways of workingThis episode is a conversation about creativity, culture, and designing spaces that make people feel connected, inspired, and welcome.

41 min
12 May · Bonus

Sneak Peak 👀 Human-centred design with Vyshali Sardesai

Stay tuned 👀 ✨ Subscribe to Show Notes for more from Space by Stansons at https://www.stansons.co.uk/space ✨ A conversation with Vyshali on creativity, workplace design, regeneration, and the psychology of space. From sketching on the tube to designing human-centred workplaces, this episode explores how great spaces make people feel, connect, and belong. Full episode coming on 19th May

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Welcome to Space by Stansons. Listen to raw, thought-provoking conversations with key players in the interiors industry, as we challenge conventional thinking towards aesthetics and sustainability. Most importantly our objective is to inspire designers to think holistically, creating spaces where people of today and the future, truly flourish.

Creator

Guy Stanley
Years Active

2024 - 2026
Episodes

119
Rating

Clean
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