DiscoverTalking Architecture & DesignEpisode 264: Metricon National Design Director Adrian Popple on why houses are not designed like cars
Episode 264: Metricon National Design Director Adrian Popple on why houses are not designed like cars

Episode 264: Metricon National Design Director Adrian Popple on why houses are not designed like cars

Update: 2025-09-08
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Adrian Popple has over 35 years’ experience in residential design and under his guidance seen Metricon countless times recognised and awarded by Australia's peak building bodies for its innovative and industry leading designs.

Joining Metricon in 1987, Adrian Popple swiftly ascended the ranks navigating diverse roles-from drafting cadet to design and display management, and a stint in business development, culminating in his now 15-year tenure as National Design Director.

Over three decades, Adrian has meticulously crafted Metricon's design DNA, establishing an envious industry presence.

He joins us to try and answer the burning question of this week: “If Your House Were a Car, It Would Be a 1990 Sedan. How can we Fix That?".

This podcast is brought to you in association with AWS, proud sponsors of our 2025 Residential series of podcasts.

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Episode 264: Metricon National Design Director Adrian Popple on why houses are not designed like cars

Episode 264: Metricon National Design Director Adrian Popple on why houses are not designed like cars

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