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Design Perspectives
by Gail M Davis
We start with design; then move on to discuss the latest hot topics. It's a podcast where we like to share our POV as well as listen to others. This is a platform that is designed to inform & educate.
Episodes
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Designing with Purpose: A Journey of Self-Discovery
In this episode of the Design Perspectives podcast, host Gail M. Davis shares her journey as a designer, reflecting on her recent recognition as Apartment Therapy's design change maker of 2025. She discusses the balance between public praise and unsolicited critique, emphasizing the importance of...
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DESIGNING FOR MENTAL WELLNESS
In this episode of Design Perspectives, host Gail M. Davis dives deep into the science and soul of mental wellness through design. Joined by environmental psychologist Dr. Sally Augustin, workplace design expert Ryan Anderson (MillerKnoll), and textile authority Saana Baker, this episode unpacks...
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FINAL EPISODE OF 2024
This is the final episode for 2024. I will be back next year with a media company producing the episodes. Yay! Today's episode is me being vulnerable with how I feel going into 2025. Thank you for listening & being apart of my Design Perspectives family! You are AMAZING & I am so BLESSED to have...
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EPISODE 200 - JUAN IGNACIO ARANGUREN
On this episode of Design Perspectives, I’m honored to welcome Juan Ignacio Aranguren, Associate Director of Zaha Hadid Architects, and the visionary behind Habacoa—a one-of-a-kind, ultra-luxury marina and residential development set to open in 2027. Habacoa represents the cutting edge of...
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EPISODE 199 - DONNA DOTAN - DD REPS
Donna Dotan is an interiors, architectural and hospitality photographer with over 15 years of experience. Her passion for photographing spaces stems from her love of beautiful and functional design and obsession with clean lines and natural light. Donna was name amongst the top 100 Architectural...
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EPISODE 198 - JESSICA DAVIS
Atelier Davis is a full-service, multi-faceted design studio headed by Jessica Davis with offices in Atlanta, New York, and Los Angeles. The studio oversees residential and hospitality interiors, furniture, product and landscape design. As head of the firm, Jessica combines her talent for...
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EPISODE 197 - THERESA BUTLER
Founded in 2001, Theresa Butler Interiors was born from a vision of cultivating valued relationships with clients through respect, trust, and confidence to deliver beautiful designs under a variety of styles, time frames, and requirements. Our design philosophy is rooted in the belief that every...
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EPISODE 196 - JO ANN HOWA - NATURAL INSTINCTS INTERIOR DESIGN
In this conversation, I interview Joanne Hawa, the owner of Natural Instincts Interior Design, about her design philosophy, the impact of COVID-19 on her business, and the importance of sustainability in interior design. Joanne shares her passion for nature and how it influences her work, the...
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EPISODE 195 - HOWARD A. LIM
I'm sitting down with Howard A. Lim, a master brand developer and the genius behind HOW Creative. If you're serious about taking your business to the next level, you won't want to miss this conversation. Hoard shares his insights on what makes a brand truly impactful and how strategic brand...
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EPISODE 194 - GAIL M DAVIS
In this episode, we're talking about a critical question every business owner faces: to scale or not scale? When to hire a business coach? Should I become a business coach? It's a decision that could shape the future of your business, but there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Whether you're a...
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EPISODE 193 - NAJJIYYA PERRY
Najjiyya Perry is a top-tier real estate agent serving New Jersey. With a reputation for delivering exceptional client experiences, Najjiyya brings a deep understanding of the local market and a passion for helping families find their dream homes. Her expertise, commitment, and community-focused...
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EPISODE 192 - MANDY CHENG
Mandy Cheng is a FORCE of Nature. I was so honored to sit down & discuss how she created her eponymous firm. Mandy launched her solo design career first as a production and graphic designer in the film/television industry. She has designed music videos for chart-topping names such as J.Cole, One...
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EPISODE 191 - DANIELLE HAYDEN - KICKSTART ACCOUNTING, INC.
As a Chief Financial Officer for over 10 years, Danielle loved accounting but felt like something was missing while just helping investors and board of directors of large companies. That’s when she realized her thrill for helping entrepreneurs, especially women, who were breaking the rules of...
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EPISODE 190 - GAIL DAVIS
Hello beautiful people! I am back and excited to dive into some key topics; customer service, communication, and accountability. Recently, I found myself facing a situation that demanded direct action. As creatives, we're natually sensitive about our craft - it's part of what makes our work so...
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EPISODE 189 - THE BROWNSTONE BOYS
This is a story about falling in love, taking chances, and of course, Brooklyn. We met on an app in 2017 and chatted non-stop for two weeks before ever meeting in person. Immediately, we bonded over our shared love of architecture and design, and have been inseparable ever since. Although Jordan…
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Episode 188 - ARIEL OKIN
Ariel Okin is the founder of her eponymous firm, Ariel Okin Interiors, a New York-based, full-service interior design firm specializing in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across the country. Ariel’s signature style can be interpreted as “traditional with a twist” – warm,...
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EPISODE 187 - JOHANNA HOWARD
The roots of our products are in Johanna’s native Sweden. That is where, as a young girl, she sat in her mother’s atelier as she meticulously crafted dresses by hand. Johanna learned to appreciate the quality and versatility that only hand work can achieve. And it is where she was surrounded by…
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EPISODE 186 - ALIX LERMAN
Alix Lerman is the Chief Marketing Officer of the New York Design Center at 200 Lexington Avenue, a premier destination for high-end interior design. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for innovation, Alix has transformed the marketing landscape of the center, making it a hub for designers…
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EPISODE 185 - COURTNEY MCLEOD
Courtney McLeod is the founder and principal of Right Meets Left Interior Design, an award-winning, full-service design studio located in the heart of the Flatiron District in Manhattan.She has been included on the Elle Decor A-List since 2022 and the 1stDibs Top 50 Interior Designers List. She...
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EPISODE 184 - DAVID MANN MR ARCHITECTURE & DECOR
David Mann is the founder and Principal behind MR Architecture & Decor, a nationally published New York based architecture and interior design firm (also part of ELLE Decor A-List in 2023 and AD100 in 2014) known for his work on some of the most iconic fashion boutiques (Lanvin, Takashimaya…
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EPISODE 183 - THE LIVING GOOD CANDLE COMPANY
Tram is a full-time chemical engineer who has spent many years working in consumer industries. She has always fallen in love with the feeling of transforming simple elements into everyday products. There have been countless moments when she felt incredibly excited to see the products she has…
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EPISODE 182 - PRIYA VIJ - HAPNY HOME
Her dad started his own cabinet hardware company in the 80s, so she grew up with an unusual appreciation for the pieces of metal that help you open your doors and drawers. What Priya didn't appreciate was the shopping experience. Buying hardware today is tedious, thanks to the overwhelming number...
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Episode 181 - Keeping it 100
Being in business is not for the faint of heart. It is time consuming & you must LOVE what you do! There are moments when you wonder if you should keep going…but then it is out weighed by the love that I have for this craft.
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EPISODE 180 - GAIL DAVIS
This episode I discuss the The A-List, renting office space & the act of always being busy. I want us to normalize the ups & downs of running a firm, cash flow & participating in a showhouse.
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EPISODE 179 - CARMEN NASH
Artist & vintage curator Carmen Nash Nash's nuanced design perspective comes from her spirituality and rich heritage, rooted in experiences as a Black Southern artist. She has designed an assortment of light for Troy Lighting. https://www.instagram.com/loftandthought/
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EPISODE 178 - PHIL CONSALVO
Established in 1998 by Philip J. Consalvo, PJCArchitecture is an award winning boutique firm dedicated to transforming lives through innovative, tailored design solutions. United by a shared passion for beautiful, functional, and impactful architecture, the firm’s culturally diverse team…
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EPISODE 177 - KATIE BORCHARDT
Katie Borchardt is a trained architectural designer and the Director of Jean Stoffer's cabinetry company, Stoffer Home Cabinetry. With over 19 years of experience in interior residential design, Katie received training in Classical and Traditional architectural design and a Bachelor's Degree in...
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EPISODE 176 - THE ILLUSION OF ALLYSHIP
Today's episode I address the disappointment of the strides we took in 2020 & 2021. I wish that people took a look at the BIGGER picture and not just the performance that they needed to appear to be in community.
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Episode 175 - Gail M Davis
Today I am sharing how we must all slow down & CELEBRATE our wins! Too often we arrive at a goal & want to move to the next BIG thing! We need to stop & take in our accomplishments.
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EPISODE 174 - JAY JEFFERS
Jay Jeffers is the founder of JayJeffers Inc., coowner and designer of The Madrona, a boutique hotel and restaurant in Healdsburg, CA, and a celebrated interior designer known for creating luxurious, livable spaces with soul. At his renowned design firm, JayJeffers Inc. – which has offices in San...
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EPISODE 173 - ANDREW LIEBERMAN - AVROKO
Andrew Lieberman is an associate principal and design director at award-winning hospitality design firm AvroKO’s San Francisco studio. As a strategic leader, Andrew oversees the design teams responsible for creating and implementing the interior experience and architectural design of projects,...
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EPISODE 172 - ALEXANDRA AZAT
The daughter of immigrants and entrepreneurs, Alex grew up traveling often throughout Europe and the Middle East, giving her exposure to unique aesthetics and experiences. Born and raised in New York, her work is rooted in a traditional East Coast aesthetic. After graduating from USC with a…
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EPISODE 171 - LUCY O'BRIEN
Lucy is known for her fearlessly bold & timeless interiors. Her work has been featured in House Beautiful, The Washington Post, The Hunt, and more including several national cover stories on her business process and design beliefs. She brings a diverse set of skills sets with her background in…
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EPISODE 170 - LAURA HODGES
A boutique design firm located in the Baltimore / Washington DC area, Laura Hodges Studio focuses on creating beautiful, tailored spaces while fully expressing every client’s individual style and taste. Principal Laura Hodges is known for an international aesthetic along with a love for unique…
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EPISODE 169 - GAIL DAVIS
This episode is me sharing my frustration with titles conflating. For ME, it is important to educate potential clients on what they are getting when they hire a designer as oppose to an influencer as oppose to a friend with a good eye. This is not a knock on anyone but it is to give clarity on…
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EPISODE 168 - KEVIE MURPHY - K.A. MURPHY INTERIORS
Kevie Murphy is the founder and principal of k.a. murphy interiors, a full-service design firm focused on high-end residential interiors. In Kevie’s interiors, function dictates and informs, while beauty always transcends. Balancing both, in striking and elevated ways, is fundamental to her…
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Episode 167 - OLIVIA WESTBROOKS
Olivia Westbrooks is an award-winning interior designer and the proud owner of Olivia Westbrooks Interiors, a boutique firm specializing in residential new construction and renovation. With nearly two decades of experience in the residential interior design and building industries, Olivia brings…
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EPISODE 166 - GAIL M DAVIS
It's a new year AND Black History Month! It's good to be back. I am just sharing a few thoughts to get you started & keep you on track. Please make sure to check out Rachel Cargle on instagram. She is providing AMAZING prompts for Black History Month. And while DEI has been dropped like a bad...
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EPISODE 165 - PATRICK EDIGER
Patrick's passion for design began at a young age, springing from an education in Theatre Arts and blossoming into a nearly 20 year career in the Los Angeles interior design community. Drawing inspiration from Southern California's iconic style and architecture, Patrick's work has become…
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EPISODE 164 - ANGELINA LIPPERT
Angelina Lippert is the Chief Curator and Director of Content of Poster House in New York City, the first museum in the United States dedicated to the art and history of the poster. She holds an MA in the art of the Russian Avant-Garde from the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, and a BA in...
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EPISODE 163 - SHAWNA UNDERWOOD
Since founding her boutique, Washington, DC design firm, Shawna has been recognized for her clean and refined design approach. Shawna Underwood Interior Design is faithful to providing clients with quality and functional design that create timeless, bespoke interiors with turnkey service. With...
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EPISODE 162 - ERIN COREN
Erin holds a B.S. in Interior Design and is a NYS Certified Interior Designer, Professional member of the American Society of Interior Design, and a National Council of Interior Design Qualifications certificate holder. Before co-founding Curated Nest Interiors, Erin spent ten years running her...
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EPISODE 161 - CREATIVE MATTERS
Ana joined Creative Matters as a designer in 1999, enjoyed many years as Creative Director and became a Vice President and partner in 2017. She balances a combination of highly evolved technical expertise with insightful planning, creative designs and organized leadership. Ana manages a team of...
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EPISODE 160 - SARA GRUBER
Sara Gruber is a highly experienced Textile Designer and Collection Developer with over 20 years of experience in the Hospitality and Furniture industries. She's known for her skills in Trend Forecasting, Textiles, Painting, Weaves, and Yarn Development. Sara is exceptional at creating beautiful...
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EPISODE 159 - Let's Talk Business
This is an episode that is from the heart. I receive a lot of phone calls, DM's & text messages asking me who do I use for...fill in the blank. In this episode I am sharing it ALL! I am NOT saying that I have all of the answers but where I can lend a hand, I will! There is enough for us ALL to…
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EPISODE 158 - DELIA LAJEUNESSE
Delia LaJeunesse is an art consultant for individuals and interior designers with a focus on helping folks who have never considered becoming art collectors navigate the art market to find art they truly love. By guiding clients through a personalized and unpretentious process to empower them as...
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EPISODE 157 -DAN MAZZARINI
Since launching BHDM Design in 2012, Dan has encouraged his growing team to create evocative spaces that people want to be in, stay in, celebrate in, and live in. In tandem with a vast portfolio of residential projects across the US, Dan has worked with a number of renowned brands and beloved...
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EPISODE 156 - ANNIE ELLIOTT
For nearly 20 years, we at Annie Elliott Design have listened to our clients, earned their trust, and created gorgeous homes that feature our hallmark mix of modern furnishings, antiques, and art. Once we understand your needs and preferences – and, importantly, how you live – we design…
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EPISODE 155 - AMI MCKAY
Founder, creative director, and award-winning interior designer Ami Mckay holds the esteemed distinction of being recognized as one of "Canada's Top Five Interior Designers" by Chatelaine Magazine and is further acknowledged as one of the "Top 5 Designers to Watch" by Rue Magazine. As a…
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EPISODE 154 - KARA SMITH
KES Studio is a boutique atelier that offers innovative and smart interior design and lifestyle services for design-forward residential clients and one-of-a-kind hospitality environments. Whether it’s from travel, art and even her clients, Kara is always drawing inspiration and looking to expand...
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We start with design; then move on to discuss the latest hot topics. It's a podcast where we like to share our POV as well as listen to others. This is a platform that is designed to inform & educate.
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