Kasten am Mittwoch - Design Podcast

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• 78_FORM FOLLOWS EMOTION!_ 23.06.2026 50мин

  Hello, hello, and welcome back to Kasten am Mittwoch! In this episode, we talked about the design philosophy “Form follows emotion” and how it stands in contrast to “form follows function.” We also discussed our current projects like Jakob’s lamp and Kai’s latest piece from his 30 Days, 3 Designs challenge. Additionally, we briefly talked about the new AR glasses from Snapchat :) Enjoy!
• 77_APPLE´S AI SIRI IS WAY BETTER NOW?!_ 17.06.2026 59мин

  Hello, Hello and welcome back to KastenamMittwoch! Today we talked about Apple´s new Siri update, a museum exhibition with work from dutch industrial designer & interior architect Kho Liang Ie, what we think about the WM Graphics and Animations and we have funny and interesting Designer Questions! So lean back and enjoy :)
• 76_DEALING WITH STRESS IN DESIGN! 10.06.2026 54мин

  Hello, Hello and welcome back! In today´s episode we talked about what happened this week, about designing a shoe and how we dealt with stress in university and at work! We also have an Iconic Product of the week to show :) Tune in and enjoy.
• 75_CAN ANYONE BE AN INDUSTRIAL DESIGNER?_ 03.06.2026 1ч 5мин

  Hello, Hello and welcome back to Kasten am Mittwoch! We talked about the big question: Can anyone be an Industrial Designer without a Degree ? We also talked a little bit about Kais current "30 Days 3 Projects" Challenge, about Manufacturing Tour and Production and more! So tune in and enjoy :)
• 74_FERRARI LUCE OR MULTIPLA?_ 26.05.2026 1ч 2мин

  Hello, hello and welcome back! In this episode, we talk about the new Ferrari Luce! Is it worth the hype ? Or is it a crime against Ferrari? Tune in and find out :) Another topic is an iconic design that most of you have probably seen and maybe even held in your hands at some point. We also discuss the redesigned Bang & Olufsen CD player, the Beosystem 9000c, as well as the art installation on the Pont Neuf in Paris. Tune in and enjoy! :)
• 73_WE WOULDN`T BUY THE NEW IKEA COLLECTION?!_ 19.05.2026 1ч 1мин

  Hello, Hello and Welcome back!! In today´s episode we talked about some Amsterdam Museums, the new IKEA collection and some hot takes on should u study Industrial Design and what if IKEA asked u to design a product, that came up when Kai asked 3 Designer Questions :) Listen in and enjoy!
• 72_GOOGLE DESIGNED A BETTER WHOOP...?! 12.05.2026 55мин

  Hello, hello and welcome back! In this episode we talked about the new Google Fitbit Air, what it is, how it looks and what can it do :) Will it better than Whoop and is Apple doing something or is the Apple Watch enough ? In the end Jakob also prepared 3 interesting Designer Questions for Kai! Tune in and enjoy :)
• 71_THE TRUTH ABOUT MILAN DESIGN WEEK...?!_ 05.05.2026 44мин

  Hello, Hello and welcome back to Kasten am Mittwoch! We are back and moved in to our Amsterdam Apartment. In this episode we'll share your Milan Design Week Experience, highlights and thoughts about it! Kai also has a classic Product of the Week :) Enjoy!
• 70_Y2K LOOKING PRODUCTS?!_ 21.04.2026 1ч 9мин

  Hello, hello and welcome back! This time we have two products of the week. They might not be the best-looking, but they sparked an interesting discussion about Y2K tech, products that nobody expects to be designed, and as usual, some more interesting art, design, and creative stuff ;) If you’re listening closely, there will be some Rhino live hacks as well. Cheers!
• 69_MILAN DESIGN WEEK AND... TOILETS?!_ 14.04.2026 53мин

  Hello, Hello and welcome back! Today´s episode is about some more book and magazine recommendations, thrift stores, one quick rhino tip and a little Milan design guide what to see and... we talked about toilets (?!) as well :) If you want to know what we talked about tune in and enjoy!
• 68_UPDATES, ART, FUTURE,..._ 09.04.2026 1ч

  Hello Hello and welcome back to Kasten am Mittwoch! In this episode we talked a lot about different topics from our personal life and experiences, to art, about Amsterdam, biking and (as always) a little bit about social media! So enjoy while doing some creative stuff or on the way to work or simple while relaxing! :)
• 67_BEST BOOKS FOR CREATIVES_ 31.03.2026 52мин

  Hello, hello and welcome back! In today’s episode, we will give you a little life update and talk a bit about Jakob’s recent painting, social media, and how important relaxing walks are :) For the main part, we will talk a lot about books and magazines and shared our best recommendations for you ;) Enjoy and cheers!
• 66_HOME INTERIORS ALL LOOK THE SAME?!_ 24.03.2026 1ч

  Hi there! In this episode we talked and discussed about some Home Interior Brands like H&M Home And Zara Home and their approach. We also talked about Kai’s Product of the Week and daily Design frustrations that we recently discovered. Have fun and we love to hear about your daily design frustrations!
• 65_MACBOOK NEO AND ZELLERFELD SHOES_ 19.03.2026 1ч

  Hi there! We talked about our moving to Amsterdam, where Jakob is starting an internship at Philips and Kai is focusing on his freelance career. We also share some thoughts on Apple’s new MacBook Neo and how it could bring more people into the Apple ecosystem. We talked about design and manufacturing, highlighting the importance of hands-on experience and experimentation. Kai also shows his exploration in Vizcom for the Vizcom x Zellerfeld Competition. Cheers!
• 64_SHAPR3D AND COFFEE!_ 16.03.2026 48мин

  In this episode, we catched up after a week off, sharing stories from Jakobs recent skiing trip, insights from our friends bachelors university showcase, and thoughts on design, visualization, and industry trends. We also discuss our favorite coffee and product of the week highlights. Stay tuned! Cheers.
• 63_NOTHING IS BETTER THAN APPLE?!_ 05.03.2026 42мин

  Hey there! We finally met in person again. We caught up on our recent experiences and talked about my trip to the art supply store. We discussed our favorite pens, sketchbooks, and painting tools. We explored the idea of timeless design and shared our thoughts on why some products stay relevant for decades. We talked about clarity, purpose, and honesty in design, and we questioned how much space designers really have to create lasting work. We also discussed design awards, weighing their value for visibility against the challenges and pressures designers face. Later, we dove into the Nothing Phone and analyzed its bold, transparent aesthetic and what it means for the design community. Cheers!
• 62_OBJECTS THAT ARE NOT DESIGNED?!_ 25.02.2026 57мин

  Whats up! Today we updated ourselves talked about Ai Hardware, Cars and 2 products of the week, objects that are forgotten in design or feel not designed. What do you think about that ? Let us know! In the End Jakob has a Designer Quiz for Kai where u can participate as well! Cheers!
• 61_JONY IVE AND MARC NEWSON COOKED?! 18.02.2026 53мин

  In this episode, we chat about stuff we did last week, Jakob attended a workshop and Kai worked on a new concept idea. We also take a look at Logitech’s new MX4 mouse and MX Keys keyboard and talk about their design details and everyday usability. To wrap it up, we dive into Ferrari’s new electric concept and the comeback of physical buttons in cars, and discuss why the balance between digital and tactile controls matters more than ever. Enjoy!
• 60_CAN U GUESS THE DESIGNER?_ 11.02.2026 56мин

  What’s up! In this episode we talked about the products of the week, Kai tried out the Apple creator studio and shows some insights! For this special episode Kai prepared a Designer Quiz! Let us know how u performed and how many u guessed right! Cheers!
• 59_GETTING INSPIRATION WITHOUT PINTEREST?_ 04.02.2026 1ч 2мин

  What´s up! In this episode, we explore different aspects of design, creativity, and inspiration. We talk about the legacy of Montblanc pens, why taking time for inspiration matters, and how boredom can actually fuel creativity. We also share our thoughts on the tools we use to collect ideas, reflect on the challenge of originality in design, and discuss why consistency plays a key role in creative work.