How do you create spaces where everyone truly feels at home? 🏡✨ In this episode, I sit down with award-winning interior designer Sashya Thind to explore how she designs warm, inviting environments perfect for entertaining and fostering connection. Don't miss it! New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E18 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Sashya visit/follow: Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/sashyathind/?hl=en Website: https://www.sashyathind.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sashyathind For more information on Rene visit/follow: Website: http://www.boucharadesign.com/en In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

Wondering how to design a home perfect for year-round entertaining? Here’s a tip: surround yourself with pieces you love. In this In The Design Lounge episode, I sit down with home-staging expert Jason Saft from the award-winning Staged to Sell. Together, we dive into creating inviting spaces filled with conversation-worthy items that turn moments into memories. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E17 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Jason visit/follow: ⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/stagedtosellhome/ Website: ⁠https://www.stagedtosellhome.com/ Home Tour: https://youtu.be/WodPq0YKLpA?si=7-_iBe5DcYOGUsV4 In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

What’s the #1 key to a successful partnership? It starts with having a genuine connection with your collaborators. In this final episode of our collaboration series, I sit down with Ruben Jochimek of Veronese and Tony Piloseno of Tonester to discuss: * Their exciting new collaboration that launched this September. * Essential strategies for building partnerships that grow and evolve. * How heritage brands and industry disruptors can inspire each other. * And whether this marks the beginning of many more collaborations! New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E16 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Tonester visit/follow: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@UCUhLCpJxt5XmU5d0-LwhLMw Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonesterpaints/ Website: ⁠https://tonesterpaints.com/⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tonesterpaints?lang=en For more information on Veronese visit/follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/veroneseparis/ Website: https://www.veronese.fr/en/ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

Can designing a new home build be simple? When Bobby Berk is involved, the answer is yes! In this episode, I sit down with the renowned interior designer and former Queer Eye star to discuss: * His seamless collaboration with Tri Pointe Homes to simplify the home design process * How his early experiences shaped his thriving design career * The influence Queer Eye had on the growth of his design firm * The mental wellness benefits of great design—and insights from his new book * And much more! Tune in for an inspiring conversation about design, wellness, and Bobby’s creative journey. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E15 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Bobby Berk visit/follow: Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/bobby/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bobby Website: https://bobbyberk.com/ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

Can you work with friends without the fallout? In this episode, I sit down with long-time friends and acclaimed designers, Simon Hamui and Rene Bouchara, as they reveal the secrets behind their individual success and how they’ve built thriving design projects—together. Discover how they: * Divide responsibilities, even with overlapping expertise * Turn shared passions into new ventures * Create opportunities by collaborating in prosperous endeavors * And much more! New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E14 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Simon visit/follow: Instagram: ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/simonhamui/ Website: https://simonhamui.com/en/ For more information on Rene visit/follow: Website: http://www.boucharadesign.com/en In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

In this In the Design Lounge episode, I sit down with Massimo Minale of Buster + Punch to explore the art of crafting successful brand collaborations. We also dive into their exciting new partnership with the iconic cookware brand Staub, set to launch this October. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E13 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Massimo visit/follow: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UC9Q_Fe6nLED13qekfSP5rfg Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/busterandpunch/ Website: ⁠https://www.busterandpunch.com/us/ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠ / gray_magazine⁠ ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

Is Instagram still the holy grail for interior design marketing? According to design powerhouse Stephanie Thornton Plymale, it absolutely is. In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, author, designer, and Instagram expert Stephanie Thornton Plymale to discuss her journey and insights on: Growing her Instagram following to almost 200K in under four years * Her go-to video editing techniques for boosting engagement * Secrets to creating viral content * Building a personal brand that drives success * A sneak peek into her upcoming design books, and much more! If you want to up your Instagram game or build a powerful personal brand, this conversation is packed with tips and inspiration you won’t want to miss. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E12 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Stephanie visit/follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniethorntonplymale/ Website: ⁠https://american-daughter.com/ Interior Design School: https://www.heritageschoolofinteriordesign.com/ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠ / gray_magazine ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

What’s better than designing luxury retreats? Absolutely nothing—and that's why Hoedemaker Pfeiffer made it their specialty. In this episode, I sit down with the award-winning duo behind the renowned architecture and interiors studio to discuss: • Their journey and growth in the niche of retreat design • Expanding into hotel design and future projects • How they craft the ultimate retreat experience • Their philosophy on the meaning of shelter • And much more! Join us for an inspiring conversation with the experts who bring dream retreats to life. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠graymag.com⁠⁠. S5, E11 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Hoedemaker Pfeiffer visit/follow: Instagram: ⁠  / hoedemakerpfeiffer  ⁠ Website: ⁠https://hoedemakerpfeiffer.com/⁠ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠ / gray_magazine ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.

In this episode, I speak with Will Sorrell, National Director for Interior Design Show (IDS) Canada, about the future of design and the impact and responsibility design shows have in propelling the industry forward. New episodes drop on Tuesdays on Spotify, ⁠YouTube⁠, and ⁠graymag.com⁠. S5, E10 In the Design Lounge Host: Brandon Gaston For more information on Will:    Website: ⁠⁠https://interiordesignshow.com/home/⁠⁠Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠ / idstoronto  ⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠ / idsvancouver  ⁠⁠Youtube: ⁠⁠ / @interiordesignshow  ⁠⁠ In the Design Lounge is a podcast produced by GRAY magazine featuring casual, 1:1 conversations with designers and industry leaders making waves in their field. Unexpected and thought-provoking questions provide viewers with insight into the most captivating aspects of design. Guests include leading experts and designers from brands such as Adidas, Google, Microsoft, Schmidt Naturals, Herman Miller, Marvin, Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), and many more. ... CONNECT WITH GRAY MAGAZINE ONLINE Visit the GRAY WEBSITE: ⁠https://graymag.com/​​⁠ Follow @gray_magazine on INSTAGRAM: ⁠  / gray_magazine ABOUT GRAY MAGAZINE GRAY is an American magazine and media brand that connects the world to the ideas, resources, and initiatives that move design forward. Founded in 2011, GRAY is a woman-owned, independent media brand based in Seattle, USA. Renowned for our extraordinary approach to design and culture, GRAY magazine tells the unique stories of an inspired creative community. Our award-winning coverage spans architecture, interiors, landscape, product design, fashion, and culture through a design lens across print, digital, audio, and live events.