Design and Architecture

Los Angeles is more than a backdrop; it's a living, breathing character in the story of modern design. On the Design and Architecture podcast from KCRW, host Frances Anderton uses this dynamic city as her primary lens, exploring how the spaces we inhabit-from sprawling freeways to discreet courtyard apartments-shape our daily lives and collective culture. Each episode feels like a curated conversation, moving beyond mere aesthetics to examine the social, political, and historical forces that give form to our world. You'll hear from the architects reshaping skylines, the urban planners navigating housing crises, and the artists activating forgotten corners, all through Frances's insightful and grounded perspective. This isn't a lecture series but a thoughtful exploration for anyone curious about why places feel the way they do. Tuning into this podcast offers a deeper understanding of the built environment, revealing the often-unseen narratives embedded in the concrete, glass, and landscapes of Los Angeles and, by extension, cities everywhere. It’s about connecting the dots between a drafting table idea and the lived experience on the street.