
Welcome to the Design Pod, where we, your hosts, Valeria and Chad, explore the realm of interior design with passion and expertise. As interior designers dedicated to celebrating beauty in every form, we're excited to offer you an exclusive glimpse into the world of top industry talents. This season, we'll be engaging with visionaries and founders behind some of the most exciting interiors and bra... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Emirati urban planner, architect and cofounder of Arkat Urban Planning + Design Consultancy, Dr. Ahmed Al Mulla has spent over 17 years shaping cities through planning, policy, governance and design. In this episode, we explore what makes a city trul... more
Architect and designer Viktor Udzenija works across architecture, interiors, furniture and collectible design, with a practice spanning Dubai and Prague.
In this episode, we explore his relationship with materials and making, from the sculptural pos... more
Artist, interior designer and founder of Dubai based studio IDST, Hana Akram brings together art, colour, pattern and texture to create interiors with a distinct personality.
In this episode, we explore her journey from artist to entrepreneur, the ... more
Architect, lighting designer and founder of Nader Gammas Lighting Design, Nader works across architectural lighting and collectible design, exploring light as both experience and object.
In this episode, we go beyond the fixture to talk about light... more
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This show centers on interior design, hospitality, and design-led branding, featuring founders, designers, architects, and studio leaders who shape spaces and brand experiences across the Middle East, Europe, and beyond. Episodes frequently explore how culture, climate, and craft intersect with storytelling, authenticity, and business viability—from luxury experience design and landscape-led spaces to platform-building for regional design ecosystems. A standout thread is a emphasis on human interaction, place-based storytelling, and sustainable, context-aware design that remains timeless amid rapid change. Guests are often leaders in boutique studios or global hospitality brands, sharing practical lessons on collaboration, branding, and evo... more
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