As co-founders of design and architecture studio Sybarite, Simon Mitchell and Torquil McIntosh work wonderfully in tandem. Yet, the music driving their creativity differs like night and day.

In design, the addition of sound can be as powerful as its subtraction. Its power to play across senses other than sight, according to British writer and broadcaster Deyan Sudjic, is what distinguishes the ‘good’ from the ‘best’.

What inspires creativity? Different as the answers may be, one thing is for sure – sound can be a powerful source of great ideas. We shine a spotlight on some of the brightest minds in the creative world.

The best way to experience a city is to listen to it. From New York to London to Thailand, this series weaves a symphony of city sounds and its marvelous melodies, creating one-of-a-kind audio sculptures.

Making – whether a Rolls Royce or plastic furniture – is always a multisensory experience. In appreciation of creativity and craftsmanship, this inspiring series explores the relationship between sound and maker.