Let's Talk - Horton Interiors

Welcome back to another thrilling episode of the Let's Talk podcast. This time we're turning our focus to a very special charity, Surge for Water, by inviting Marita Peters, Executive Director Middle East at Surge for Water and Laila Al-Yousuf, Design Director at SAY Studio.   We start off by asking the duo about how the upcoming successful annual Gala dinner 'Design, Dine, make a D...

We’re back with the latest episode of the Let’s Talk Podcast! This time, we bring in Chelsea Perino, Managing Director and Global Marketing & Communications at The Executive Centre, along with our Managing Director, Douglas Drummond, for a chat all about co-working spaces. The Executive Centre's (TEC) secret sauce for success? They focus on people, not just real estate, catering primarily...

Serving up another enlightening episode of the Let's Talk podcast, we're back with our host, Oliver as he joins Senior Architect, Syahrozanna Tee and Project Architect, Mohamed Rowaizak from SLB. We kick things off with the exciting mission they're on to supercharge office efficiency by a whopping 50% in the next five years. You might be wondering where these numbers come from, and...

Welcome back to another episode of the Let's Talk Podcast. This week our host Oliver and Managing Director, Douglas Drummond, sit down with Pearce Hewitt, Sales Manager at Unified Microsystems, as they discuss integrating technology solutions in the design phase of a project.  If you’re wondering if Alexa might just pop up in your office soon, we start off the episode by diving into the buzzw...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Let’s Talk podcast! This time, we're flipping the script and placing our host, Oliver Baxter, Founder of Workplace Consultancy Firm, Maven, in the guest seat as he takes us through all things workplace consultancy within the region. To kick things off, we ask Oliver where we are with workplace consultancy in the UAE and how it's being adopt...

In this episode of the ‘Let’s Talk’ podcast, Oliver sits down with Martin Harris, Boeing's Manager for Global Real Estate (IMEAT & APAC), to dive into the art of creating sustainable and productive workspaces. We kick-off the conversation with a shared concern for numerous companies: what to do with all that extra office space? We also explore how companies expanding across the world can...

In this episode of the ‘Let’s Talk’ podcast, join Oliver as he engages in an insightful conversation with Bhakti More, Chairperson & Associate Professor, School of Design & Architecture at Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Dubai campus, and Neelanchana Kumar, our Design Director at Horton Interiors. From mentoring powerhouse women within classrooms to navigating the ever-changing design...

We’re back with another exciting episode featuring the incredible success and leadership coach, the man behind 2b Limitless, and the driving force himself, Mick Todd. In this episode, we explore the journey to creating leaders who inspire, work that resonates, and a culture that thrives on contribution. Toss aside the tired old concept of work-life balance as Mick introduces the concept of work-li...

Welcome to the latest episode of our podcast, where we venture into the world of Dubai Real Estate with Michael Waters, an associate professor in real estate at Heriot Watt University, Dubai. Join us as we take a closer look at the latest trends, regulations, and surprising insights that shape the ever-evolving landscape of Dubai property. Regulations play a crucial role in the industry, and we ex...

Welcome to the fourth episode of "Let's Talk," the podcast where we delve into the fascinating world of design and build. Get ready to embark on an exciting journey into the future of construction technology. In this episode, we will dive deep into the transformative power of technology and how it is reshaping collaboration, breaking down barriers, and revolutionizing the way projec...

Welcome to the third episode of "Let's Talk," the podcast where we delve into the fascinating world of design and build.  In this episode, we're taking you to the skies to explore the captivating realm of drone technology.  Join us as we embark on a journey through the love and passion for tech that drives companies like Horton Interiors and GIS Drones behind these remarkable f...

In this episode, we delve into groundbreaking research conducted by Gensler, a renowned authority on workplace design. We'll uncover their findings and insights on creating spaces that foster collaboration, innovation, and employee engagement. Explore the latest trends, best practices, and evidence-based design principles that can transform your workplace into a thriving environment. As the n...

For our first episode, we explore various aspects of design, including the differences between design, fit-out, and design and build approaches, the collaboration between design agencies and fit-out firms, the importance of psychology in workplace design, and the integration of sustainability and new technology into the design process. Join us with our guests Douglas Drummond, Managing Director, H...