The Design Board
The Design Board is a podcast hosted by UpSpring, a PR and marketing agency for the design and development industries. Tune in to hear various experts across the architecture and design community and beyond to chat about everything from the latest industry news to marketing tips, tools, and tactics for brands on their way up.
Episodes
55 episodes
Empowering Women: Maximizing Your Membership in Industry Associations
Join host Caroline Schillaci in conversation with Chris Tucker, CEO of NEWH, Inc., as they explore how women professionals can make the most of industry organizations. From fostering leadership growth to cultivating meaningful relationships ...
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33:48
Designing the World Around Us: How Creativity Shapes our Lives
Host Tiffany Rafii is joined by artist, designer, and maker Amy Devers, host and producer of Clever, to discuss building a podcast platform that gives listeners a window into our own humanity. In this episode, Amy shares insights from her ca...
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29:13
Cultivating Early Education: From Play to Purpose with Amanda Vierheller
This episode explores the personal and professional journey of Amanda Vierheller, COO and Co-founder of Playgarden. Amanda shares her passion for early education and her vision for building an impactful business in this space. From overcomin...
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24:11
Breaking Barriers in Women's Healthcare with Almond ObGyn
Host Caroline Schillaci sits down with Tara Raffi, Founder and CEO of Almond ObGyn, to explore the pressing challenges in women’s healthcare and how Almond is working to address them. Tara shares her vision for the future of women’s health, ...
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31:57
From Pageant Queen to Payroll: Kori Zwaagstra of TriCelta Development
Kori Zwaagstra, Director of Operations at TriCelta Development, joins The Design Board for an engaging discussion about the unconventional career path that led her from hospitality sales to the Mrs. International pageant and ultimately into ...
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32:26
What Truly Makes a Trend?
Join us for a deep dive into the trends driving the design world with Stacy Garcia, the visionary leader behind Stacy Garcia Design Studio, a dynamic design hub based in New York, dedicated to inspiring creativity and elevating spaces. With tre...
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25:15
Curating a Guest Experience That Keeps Travelers Coming Back For More
Host Susan Fernandez sits down with Terry Eaton, President & Chief Curator of Eaton Fine Art, who has been curating art collections for distinguished hotels around the world for over three decades. Since co-founding his namesake full-ser...
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24:27
Disruption by Design: Design Services for the Greater Good
Host Susan Fernandez is joined by Benjamin Glunz, CEO of Anguleris Technologies, to discuss how architects are filling gaps in their own market by designing services that better serve their profession. This episode was recorded live at NeoCo...
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19:38
Elevating Corporate Communication Through Innovative Studio Design
Tune into this episode to uncover the power of studio design in corporate communication with Provost Studios. From crafting broadcast studios for Fortune 500 companies to infusing brand identity into on-camera spaces, join us as we explore i...
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26:38
Optimizing the Fan Experience with Rob Ervin
In this episode of The Design Board, host Caroline Saba sits down with Founder and Principal Architect of Ervin Architecture, Rob Ervin, to discuss key considerations for designing large assembly structures that are centered around the...
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41:29
The Rebranding Journey and Design Innovations with Bethany Adams Interiors
Join us in this episode as we dive into the world of rebranding and design with Bethany, a visionary in the interior design industry. Discover the transformative journey behind Bethany's recent rebrand, including the intricacies of website o...
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32:22
Break Some Dishes Gears Up For Season 5
On this week’s episode, host Tiffany Rafii sits down with co-hosts of Break Some Dishes, Jon Strassner and Verda Alexander, for a sneak peek into their upcoming season. Launching on March 20th, the podcast’s fifth season will navigate throug...
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35:59
Behind-the-Scenes to Success with Susan Hayward Interiors
Join us for a journey into the world of interior design with the dynamic duo of Susan Hayward and Jillian Hayward Schaible from Susan Hayward Interiors. In this episode, Susan and Jillian share the unconventional paths they both took to beco...
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27:42
ZWA Celebrates 25 Years: Navigating Growth and Embracing Change
In this episode, host Tiffany Rafii sits down with the team at ZWA to recap their 25-year journey. Learn how the firm's core principles have evolved, discover its approach to organic development for resilience and growth, and explore the rol...
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29:34
Nurturing Student Development for the Next Generation of Design Professionals
Host Caroline Saba welcomes two distinguished leaders from the International Interior Design Association’s New York Chapter (IIDA NY): Robin Reigi and Elisabeth Mejia, Co-Vice Presidents of the Chapter’s Student Development. They will explor...
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42:23
Threads of Design: The History of Oriental Weavers Hospitality
Join us as we explore the intersection of history, craftsmanship, and culture, uncovering the secrets behind the design-led approach that sets Oriental Weavers Hospitality apart. From the roots of the American carpet story to the challenges ...
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31:00
The Future of the Design Showroom with Havwoods
Seemingly everything has gone virtual over the past several years, but are there sacred experiences that should remain physical and tangible? While advancements like the metaverse and 3D mapping may contribute to a better virtual design showroo...
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36:50
Behind the Scenes with Massimo Buster Minale
Massimo Buster Minale, Founder and Creative Director of Buster + Punch About: In this week’s episode, we sit down with the visionary founder of Buster + Punch, Massimo Buster Minale. From architecture to custom motorcycle ...
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27:11
Exploring Digital Accessibility with Kevin Erickson
In this week’s episode, host Susan Fernandez is joined by Kevin Erickson, a digital accessibility expert. Kevin’s mission is to empower teams to create accessible and usable products. This conversation explores the world of digital accessibi...
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43:35
How a Life-changing Experience Sparked a Thriving Design Business
In this episode, host Susan Fernandez sits down with Melissa Muszynski, the founder and creative director of MBM Design. From early childhood experiences of rearranging her mother's kitchen to founding her own thriving interior design busine...
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43:10
From Fashion to BHDM, Unveiling the Art of Versatile Spaces
Before launching multi-faceted interior design firm BHDM Design in 2012, Dan Mazzarini’s expertise in the industry was harnessed during his years spent in fashion and retail design with renowned brands like Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, and Calv...
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32:14
Recapping BDNY 2023
This episode takes you on a journey through the world of boutique and lifestyle hospitality design as we recap BDNY 2023, the renowned trade fair and conference that sets the stage for the future of the hospitality industry.
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23:39
Designing the Future with Campo Architecture & Interior Design
In this episode of The Design Board, we sit down with architect John T. Campo Jr., who brings over thirty-nine years of professional experience to the table. John shares insights into the world of architecture, discussing the delicate balanc...
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53:15
The NELSON Worldwide Story
In this episode, we explore the journey of Ozzie Nelson, CEO of NELSON Worldwide. Discover how he transformed a single-discipline firm into a 'Top 10' industry leader, with insights on growth, design philosophy, favorite projects, and future...
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27:17
Sustainability Innovations: From Carbon-Offset Tiles to Hemp Advancement
Join us in this episode as we dive deep into pioneering sustainability efforts that are shaping a greener future. From revolutionary carbon offsetting architectural tiles to fostering local hemp advancement, we explore innovative projects ai...
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