The Power of Emotional Design in Boutique Hospitality with Amanda Jacobs

Season 7 of The Interior Collective Podcast is brought to you by Materio.This episode is brought to you in partnership with Loloi.An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer. Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective Welcome back to The Interior Collective. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today we’re exploring one of my very favorite corners of design that is often overlooked on this show—hospitality design. Joining me is Amanda Jacobs, founder and principal designer of Amanda Jacobs Design, a studio known for creating boutique hospitality spaces that are both deeply intentional and wildly memorable. This episode is a powerful reminder that good design isn’t just about the way a space looks—it’s about the way it makes people feel. Amanda and her team approach every project with storytelling, sensory experience, and soul at the forefront, blending elevated aesthetics with true hospitality. Whether she’s designing a hotel lobby, a cafe, or a wellness retreat, her work invites people in and makes them feel cared for—something we could all use a little more of. In this conversation, Amanda shares how she vets aligned clients, her exact process for crafting emotionally resonant spaces, and why she believes thoughtful design has the power to shape culture. If you’re ready to move beyond “looking cool” and design with more heart, more soul, and more staying power—this episode is for you.Holy Grale Project