Beyond the Design

Ever wondered how to strike the perfect balance between market trends and personal expression in design and architecture? Join me as I sit down with the multi-faceted Gunta Sandmeyer, a distinctive personality in the world of interior design, real estate, and parenting. We journey through her life, exploring her childhood inspirations that sparked her creativity to the professional journey she emb...

Can you imagine a world where your carpet can be customized in over 4,000 colors? What if we told you that such a world exists, and it's all thanks to the innovators at Milliken? We sat down with Allie Bruski, their VP of Hospitality, and Brian Maloney, the National Sales Manager, for a chat about the magic they're weaving in the hospitality industry. They shared a slice of life at Milliken, a com...

Our recent conversation with Anne McDonald, founder and principal at Anne McDonald Design, was nothing short of captivating! Anne walked us through her life, from her childhood filled with artistic influences, to her Chicano Studies undergraduate degree and her work as a colorist assistant. It's clear that her rich background has shaped her unique creative process, which she generously shared with...

In this episode of Beyond the Design, join us as we step into the world of mid-century modern design and Palm Springs glamour with Christopher Kennedy of Christopher Kennedy Inc. With 18 years in the design industry, Christopher shares his journey from aspiring Disney Imagineer to creating his own design firm and the lessons he's learned along the way. We explore the ever-changing landscape of the...