This season’s premiere episode features the Hip Hop Architect, Mike Ford. Hear how the elements of Hip Hop create inspiration and how his philosophy comes to life in product design with the award-winning carpet collection, Mike Ford + Shaw Contract.
Designers everywhere are finding new ways to bring people back to the office while keeping productivity high. In this episode, dive into two groundbreaking projects that redefined creativity and pushed the boundaries of practicality and thoughtful design.
Hear the story behind designing a 1-million-square-foot Nike World Headquarters building that set out to change and inspire how a legacy brand and thousands of employees work.
Discover a unique SoHo storefront, an elevated wellness destination. Explore how a vintage look and playful signage can exude a modern vibe, turning a locker room ambiance into a luxurious experience, all with a nod to hockey legend Wayne Gretzky.
Join A.J. Paron for an exclusive peek into the innovative design journey of the family circuit court in Orlando, Florida, crafted by architect Jose Jordan of DLR Group, where every element, from tactile materials to vibrant colors, is meticulously curated to foster a sense of security and positive change.
Join host AJ Paron and Jennifer Kolstad, Ford Motor Company's Global Design and Brand Director, as they discuss the transformative power of design. Learn about Jennifer's leadership on the six-million-square-foot Kuwait Children’s Hospital project and her insights on innovation, empathy, and design's lasting impact.
Host AJ Paron chats with Caitlin Turner, Director of Interiors at HOK Canada, about designing Boston Consulting Group’s Canadian HQ in Toronto. A Best of Canada Design Awards winner, this episode explores the project's success, Toronto's emerging design scene, and creating spaces that foster connection in the return-to-work era.
David Shove-Brown, co-founder of //3877, shares the story of redesigning a historic building-turned-restaurant—twice! Discover how his team balanced the challenges of preserving history, creating a vibrant dining space, and navigating unexpected events like an earthquake.