Curated Spaces

Set in the heart of Marylebone, Home House has a glittering history that spans nearly 250 years from when it was built as a pleasure pavilion for the Countess of Home. Today, this members club spans three townhouses and celebrates eccentricity amongst its members and interiors while consuming over 15,000 bottles of champagne a year. In this episode, Andrew Richardson, Managing Director of Home Hou...

When world renowned music venue, Ministry of Sound, took over a 50,000 square foot warehouse, their plan was to create the space that they wanted to spend time in. Today, this members club and workspace has a gym, deli and members lounges by day with cocktails and DJs by night. In this episode, Alex Latham, Sales Director at The Ministry, joins Molly to share the story behind this incredible space...

Fast furniture is just as bad, if not worse, than fast fashion. So why is no one talking about it? In this snapshot episode, Molly is sitting down with Katie Ridges, founder of Vantage Living, a curator of antique, vintage and pre loved pieces for your home to hear how antiques are officially in and how anyone can get started on their pre-loved journey. Join us to hear all about: 00.36 - Introduci...

In this snapshot episode, Molly is sitting down with Abbie West and West Askew, the founders of Thatch, a marketplace for travel guides and services that are curated by locals in 80 countries around the world. This one stop shop allows travellers to plan better trips, more quickly and with less stress. Join us to hear all about: 00.27 - Introducing Abbie and West, co-founders of Thatch, a marketpl...

Today we’re in Cirencester at Ingleside House, a theatrical space with the performing arts at its heart. Everything about this space feeds back to the 200 seat theatre which has long been a pillar of the community before the hotel was added to provide guests with a full weekend experience. Molly is joined by Ryan Walters, Ingleside’s General Manager to hear all about the project of bringing the sp...

Today we’re chatting to Sam and Georgie Pearman, the duo behind Country Creatures who brought the beloved Double Red Duke to life. With its honey coloured stone and wisteria clad frontage, this picture perfect space has gained a loyal following for its beautifully designed interiors, incredible dining and, of course, its iconic umbrellas. Join us as we chat about how the building’s medieval histor...

This week we’re in cider country at a stunning restaurant with (brand new and gorgeous) rooms, Holm. Founder and serial chef, Nicholas Balfe, launched his first restaurant outside of London in an old bank building that has been beautifully converted with clean lines, a calm colour palette and natural materials such as wood and sheepskin. Join Molly and Nicholas as they talk all about creating a me...

Today we’re in the heart of the Bodmin moors at Cabilla, a space to retreat to and reconnect with the incredible surroundings here in Cornwall. This stunning barn conversion hosts unique retreats with cosy cabins and incredible dining experiences with real world connection and healing at its heart. I’m delighted to welcome Lizzie who left behind life in the big smoke to bring Cabilla to life and h...

Coombeshead Farm has gained a loyal following across Cornwall and beyond for its incredible field to fork dining, onsite bakery and cosy farmhouse rooms. In this episode, Molly is joined by Tom Adams who quit the London life to create a space that focuses on leaving something for the next generation. Join Molly and Tom as they talk about: 2.03 - From a Hampshire farm to London chef 3.36 - Introduc...

Tucked away in the heart of the Exmoor National Park is a valley that three treetop cabins call home along with deers, beavers and white stalks. In this episode, Molly welcome Yolanda Cruwys to the podcast to hear about the journey behind this incredible rewilding project where nature is being gradually restored for guests to enjoy from individually designed cabins deep in this hidden valley. Join...

Throughout history, campfires have always brought humans together to talk and connect. Now, a beautifully restored grade II listed mansion in Hammersmith is home to open house, Kindred, with the same values of community and connection at its core. In this episode, Molly is joined by Anna Anderson, founder of Kindred to talk about: Being inspired to create a space with community and human connectio...

Stepping into a Zetter property feels more like visiting an eccentric aunt than checking into a central London hotel. In this episode, Molly is joined by Jeremy Daudin to share the story behind this best of British institution. Join Molly and Jeremy as they chat about: Transforming a warehouse into the first Zetter hotel Transitioning into smaller townhouse properties with an iconic eclectic style...

The smell of woodsmoke and a warm Welsh welcome greet you the moment you step through the doors at Grove. In this episode, Molly joins Neil Kedward to hear all about the journey of painstakingly restoring this dilapidated longhouse in South West Wales. Join Molly and Neil as they chat about: The space’s history with a rebel in the family John Pollard Seddon’s architectural influence with his many...

Heart Italian fare and bright, colour drenched interiors combine in this beautifully converted 17th century farmhouse in the heart of Kent. In this episode, Molly joins Ruth Leigh to hear all about the journey of turning this former family home into Kent's must visit foodie destination: Join Molly and Ruth as they chat about: Packing up and quitting London for the country life at the start of the...

How Britain's farmers are turning to unique dining experiences to celebrate their produce and spaces. In this episode, Molly sits down with Steve Chamberlain who follows in the footsteps of nine generations of the same family caring for the stunning Nancarrow Farm down in Cornwall. Join Molly and Steve as they chat about: The shift of farming from markets to organics to immersive experience How to...

Oh the joys of a holiday by the Great British seaside. In this episode, Molly is joined by Veryan Palmer, Director of The Headland who spent her childhood at hotel as her parents brought this iconic Cornwall building back to life after years of dereliction following WW2. Join Molly and Veryan as they chat about: The golden days of the London set, orchestras and private dining Her family’s labour o...

If you like your bars marble topped, sofas with a dash of fringing or drinks served with a rooftop view, then our next space could be the one for you! For this conversation, we're absolutely delighted to welcome the one and only Eleni Koussoroplis, Memberships Director at 1 Warwick to Curated Spaces, one of London's hottest new openings of 2023. Join Molly and Eleni as they talk bringing this...

Shoreditch's rise as a cultural hotspot shows no sign of slowing as creatives continue to flock to its warehouse district. In this episode, Molly sits down with Ellie Rushforth, Membership & Community Manager at Shoreditch Arts Club, East London's newest members club that has quickly established itself as a creative hub in this buzzing area of London. Join Molly and Ellie as they chat about: R...

Rather than just a place to lay your head, hotels are at the forefront of reimagining how and where people work, play and stay. In this episode, Molly sits down with Jacu Strauss, Creative Director at the Lore Group, whose portfolio boasts some of the world's most beautiful hotels including The Pulitzer, Sea Containers and Riggs Washington. Join Molly and Jacu as they explore: Designing for energi...

Members clubs are back and they're here to stay. Bingham Riverhouse is a prime example of these next-generation clubs that offer their members a holistic approach to professional and personal wellbeing. In this episode, Molly sits down with Sama Trinder to hear about her story of taking over Bingham Riverhouse in her early twenties and transforming it into the fabulous members club and place to st...

You've probably never heard of the Isle of Sheppey in Kent which is exactly what makes this corner of the world so special. This week, Molly is joined by Georgina Fulton whose father started farming at Elmley before developing the site into a 3,000 acre nature reserve where guests can now stay in a collection of cottages, cabins and shepherd huts. In this conversation, Molly and Georgina explore:...

Struggling with burnout at work or feeling overwhelmed by a lifestyle that never stops? You're certainly not alone. This week, Molly welcomes Hector Hughes, co-founder of Unplugged, to hear about his own burnout experience and how it led him to a silent retreat where the idea for digital detox cabins was born. In this conversation, Molly and Hector explore: Burning out in a world that's constantly...

Ever dreamt of quitting the city life and moving to start a boutique guest house in the country? In this episode, Molly is joined by Olive Guest who left London life behind a few years ago with her husband Hugo and set about transforming his childhood home, Glebe House, into one of Devon’s finest restaurants with rooms. In this conversation, Molly and Olive explore: Taking the plunge and starting...