About this episode

The episode features Hyo Jung Lee discussing her book on Korean craft and its implications for our possessions, alongside a discussion on design in Cape Town and Marrakesh.

Korean craft has long been overlooked. We speak to author Hyo Jung Lee about her book exploring the full scope of the country’s design practice. Plus: Nic Monisse and Grace Charlton discuss the design landscapes of Cape Town and Marrakesh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Host: Monocle

Guest: Hyo Jung Lee

Topics covered

• Korean craft
• design practice
• Cultural exploration
• Cape Town design
• Marrakesh design

Keywords

• Korean craft
• design
• Hyo Jung Lee
• Jeong
• Cape Town
• Marrakesh
• design landscapes

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Jeong

Places: Cape Town, Marrakesh

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