An intimate conversation with Jonathan Richards and Kirsten Stanisich of Richards Stanisich
Description
Join us for an intimate fireside discussion with Kirsten Stanisich and Jonathan Richards, co-founders and directors of renowned Surry Hills-based interior design and architecture practice, Richards Stanisich.
Known for their expansive thinking, integrity and craftsmanship, Kirsten and Jonathan will share their knowledge and insights, and reflect on the experiences they have gained throughout their expansive careers in the design industry.
With a strong emphasis on creative identity, originality and innovation, this discussion will explore how the duo cultivate inspiration, develop ideas, and craft spaces that evoke emotion and leave a lasting impression.
Moderated by Timothy Alouani-Roby, editor of Indesignlive and Habitus Living, this conversation is an unmissable event for emerging designers. There will be drinks and light refreshments available on the night.
Lineup
Kirsten Stanisich
Kirsten co-founded Richards Stanisich with Jonathan in 2018. Kirsten enjoys the development of design by innovating and pushing our experience with materials and detailing. She is restless in her pursuit of originality and will imbue a project with a sophisticated palette. She has a wealth of experience across the residential and hospitality sectors and works regularly with large corporate clients on CBD projects. Kirsten regularly participates in industry events and award systems with her public speaking, participation on judging panels and has held prominent positions in the Design Institute of Australia.
Jonathan Richards
Jonathan co-founded Richards Stanisich with Kirsten in 2018. Jonathan’s love of design originated from a passion for fine art and architecture. His work is characterised by a sense of refinement and elegance. He enjoys the collaborative process of a project where the personalities of the client and architect become apparent in the design itself. With a career that started in exhibition and gallery design, Jonathan has been responsible for creating many award winning hospitality, residential and corporate projects. He works on a variety of interior design projects and also new-build residential architecture. Jonathan regularly participates in industry events and award systems. He receives frequent peer recognition with his work being widely published in local and overseas media.
Timothy Alouani-Roby
Timothy Alouani-Roby is a writer and the Editor of Indesignlive and Habitusliving. Having worked in elite professional sport for over a decade, he retrained in architecture at the University of Sydney, adding to previous degrees in philosophy, politics and English literature. Originally from Northern England, Timothy is also a student of Moroccan Arabic and divides his time between Gadigal-Sydney and Marrakech.
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