In this series, Hospitality Design magazine's editor in chief Stacy Shoemaker Rauen talks with influential hotel and design leaders on how they got to where they are today, what drives them, and their biggest lessons learned navigating an ever-changing industry.
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Welcome to the Holistic Hospitality podcast where mindful entrepreneurs discover the secrets to transforming their spaces into intentional environments that foster community, inspire creativity, and enhance overall well-being. I'm your host Rachel Larraine Crawford of Holistic Interior Design firm Tiger Veil, an experienced designer and guide in the realm of conscious design. In each episode, we explore practical strategies, insightful tips, and real-life stories to guide you on your journey ...
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Sigurlaug Sverrisdóttir
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Icelandic hotelier Sigurlaug Sverrisdóttir has built a reputation for her innovative approach to creating immersive guest experiences. Growing up in a small town near Reykjavik, she developed a deep connection to Iceland’s rugged natural beauty, a bond that would later shape her career. After nearly two decades with Icelandic Airline, Sigurlaug ret…
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From working in a butcher shop as a child to immersing himself in the world of art and architecture, Vincent Celano’s upbringing in Brooklyn, New York instilled in him a love of storytelling and a deep appreciation for the power of design. After graduating from Pratt Institute, he cut his teeth at design giants like Rockwell Group, Jeffrey Beers In…
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Matt Goodrich, principal of his New York-based design studio Goodrich, has cultivated an approach that is rooted in collaboration, curiosity, and pursuing the unexpected. With a career that spans more than two decades, including stints at Rockwell Group and AvroKO, Goodrich’s perspective champions the art of storytelling. Since founding his eponymo…
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In this episode of the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast, Rachel Crawford interviews Brian Grover from Fox Point Farms. They discuss Brian's journey from structural engineering to urban design, the founding of Fox Point Farms, and the importance of place making in creating community-focused spaces. The conversation delves into the sustainable pra…
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Revisit our conversation with prolific designer Tara Bernerd, founder of her eponymous London-based firm Tara Bernerd & Partners. Back in 2020, as the world was facing an unprecedented pandemic, Tara shared how her team was navigating Covid, as well as detailed her work on projects including the Hari Hong Kong. This year, Tara was guest editor of o…
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In this episode of Holistic Hospitality, host Rachel Larraine Crawford uncovers the five hidden costs of skipping an interior designer for your hospitality project. From wasted time and costly mistakes to missed branding opportunities and budget mismanagement, Rachel highlights how professional design services can save you money, stress, and setbac…
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Having lived across continents—from Hong Kong to Houston and Singapore to Pakistan—Aliya Khan’s upbringing instilled a appreciation for culture, architecture, and art. After studying architecture at Pratt Institute in New York, Khan began her career in residential design before transitioning to the hospitality industry, working for Starwood Hotels …
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Born and raised in Los Angeles, Tom Ito, a third-generation Japanese-American, was destined to be in the hospitality industry. He worked at his grandparents’ restaurant when he was young, and he was also inspired by his parents—his father was a bartender-turned-restaurant GM and his mother worked as a hostess. He joined Gensler nearly 40 years ago,…
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Born in Chicago and raised in Arizona, Sam Fox’s early experiences working in his parents’ diners, Mexican restaurants, and delis shaped his understanding of the industry. He dropped out of the University of Arizona, where he was studying real estate finance, to pursue his passion, using his tuition money to open his first restaurant—all before he …
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Raised for much of his childhood in Connecticut before moving to New York as a teenager, John Meadow developed a love for hospitality at a young age. He got his start as a dishwasher and sandwich maker at Au Bon Pain before attending Cornell’s hotel school. By 24, he opened his first restaurant, and in 2008, launched Scarpetta, which won accolades …
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Settling in Seattle as a Vietnamese refugee, My Nguyen began her 22-year design career as an intern for Holland America Line followed by nearly nine years at NB Design Group. Now, Nguyen leads the interior design and interior asset management teams for Holland America Line and Seabourn fleets. Through her commitment to sustainability, Nguyen has pu…
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14: Mindset, Money, and Mastery: The Path to Hospitality Success with Daryl Schwartz CEO of Good + Bar
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Daryl Schwartz, founder of Goodbar, shares his journey of creating non-alcoholic bars and the importance of shifting the mindset around money. He emphasizes the value of investments in people and platforms, rather than viewing them as expenses. Daryl discusses the success of Goodbar's event business and the plans for their brick and mortar location…
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Juan Bremer has a deep connection to nature that has shaped his journey into the world of luxury hospitality. Growing up as the son of an ambassador, Bremer’s early years were a whirlwind of cultures, spanning Moscow, Germany, and Mexico. (Today, he splits his time between Mexico and Italy.) This multicultural upbringing instilled in him an appreci…
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In this conversation, Rachel and Giulia discuss Virgo season and the eclipse in Pisces. They explore the qualities of Virgo, such as problem-solving, organization, and efficiency. They emphasize the importance of reevaluating and reorganizing during this time, both in personal and business aspects. They also discuss the spiritual aspect of Virgo se…
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Born in Florence and raised between Switzerland and Northern California, David Montalba, founder of Montalba Architects, was exposed to many different cultures growing up, which is evident in his work today from the rustic yet refined Whitepod eco-chalets in Monthey Switzerland to the bespoke Nobu Palo Alto in California. Today—with offices in Sant…
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Eric Papachristos, who lived in Greece before returning to the U.S. at age 10, spent his life in restaurants, working at his father's diner as a dishwasher. It made sense, then, that his path would lead him back to hospitality after earning a degree in finance. With a keen eye for collaboration, Papachristos joined forces with celebrated chef Jody …
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After a 13-year stint at Chicago firm 555 International, Karen Herold, who grew up in Holland, went out on her own, founding Studio K Creative in 2014. A decade since she launched her firm, Herold has made a name for herself with a portfolio that includes restaurants for BOKA Restaurant Group like chef Stephanie Izard’s Girl and the Goat in Chicago…
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In this episode, Rachel and astrologer Julia discuss the energy of Leo season and the significance of the retrogrades happening during this time. They explore the themes of passion, authenticity, and self-expression that are associated with Leo. They also discuss the retrogrades of Saturn, Neptune, and Pluto, and how they are influencing our spirit…
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Michael Pandolfi, Nora Liu-Kanter, and Tim Rooney, JBI
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The industry lost an icon when architect and designer Jeffrey Beers passed away earlier this year at age 67 after a battle with cancer. But Jeffrey Beers International (JBI), the New York practice Beers founded in 1986, will uphold his visionary legacy and continue to shape the hospitality design sphere under the guidance of newly appointed partner…
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Growing up in Kent in southeast London, Mark Eacott was always a curious kid—inspired by his artist grandfather, who taught him how to sketch and draw, and his dad, who was a builder with a strong do-it-yourself skillset. Those influences, coupled with Eacott’s creative mind, fostered his passion for design. He majored in architecture at the Univer…
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In this episode, Rachel discusses the importance of choosing contract grade furniture for commercial spaces in the hospitality industry. She highlights the differences between contract grade and residential furniture, emphasizing the compliance and safety standards that contract grade furniture must meet. Rachel also emphasizes the durability of co…
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In this episode, Rachel discusses how to organize hospitality design ideas using Pinterest. She explains the benefits of creating a Pinterest business account and optimizing your profile. Rachel provides step-by-step instructions on creating a project and organizing it into sections. She suggests sections such as ideal customer, brand features, ove…
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I’m excited to kick off the Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast with an overview of who this podcast is for and why I decided to create it. I also share with you a little of my personal story so you can understand where I’m coming from and get to know who I am as a designer. I can’t wait to go on this new journey with you to create elevated and min…
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Summary In this episode, Rachel discusses astrology and using the cosmic forecast in businesses. She focuses on cancer season, the summer solstice, and a double full moon in Capricorn. Cancer season is a time for nourishment and self-care, while the summer solstice is a potent portal for reflection. The full moon in Capricorn highlights success and…
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Sam Nazarian, SBE
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In 1979, as the Iranian Revolution swept through the streets of Tehran, Younes Nazarian and his wife Soraya Sarah made the decision to leave behind a successful construction business and move their family to the U.S., ultimately landing in Los Angeles. His youngest son, Sam, was only 3 years old at the time, but he watched his dad build a new life …
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008 - Harmonizing with Jupiter in Gemini: A Sound Ritual for Inner Exploration w/ Ianne Celeste Rivera
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🎙️ Guest: Ianne Celeste Rivera, Embodiment Composer 🌌 Cosmic Focus: Jupiter in Gemini 🌟 Episode Highlights: Join us as we journey into the cosmic wonders of Jupiter in Gemini with our guest, Ianne Celeste Rivera. Ianne shares her unique approach to sound healing and embodiment, drawing from 14 years of scientific research and 7 years in the healing…
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New Jersey native David Barry studied law before getting into real estate development alongside his brother, focusing on redeveloping shipyards and truckyards. When the W brand was being developed in Hoboken, New Jersey, Barry entered the hospitality side of the real estate business. Today, he counts Chiltern Firehouse in London, New York's Chelsea…
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007 - Jupiter in Gemini: Unleashing Potential in Your Hospitality Business w/ Astrologer Giulia Martello
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In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with astrologer Giulia Martello, an Italian artist and astrologer to delve into the exciting energy shift as Jupiter enters Gemini. This transit promises to open up possibilities in the most intriguing ways, bringing fresh opportunities and dynamic changes. Join us as we explore what this year has…
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Located in the Great Smoky Mountains in Walland, Tennessee, the 68-room Blackberry Farm is a verdant escape known for its food, wine, and Southern hospitality. The small inn was originally purchased by Samuel E. Beall III (known as Sandy), founder of the Ruby Tuesday chain, and his wife, Kreis, in 1976. After adding land and more buildings, it blos…
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Known for her sensual, dynamic designs that integrate with their surroundings, the Iceland-born, West Hollywood, California-based Gulla Jónsdóttir creates unique spatial experiences that exist at the intersection of organic beauty and function. Since 2009 when she launched her firm Atelier Gulla Jónsdóttir, she has spearheaded projects including Ch…
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In our first Trend Report episode, I’m talking about one of my favorite recent trends: spirit-free offerings. I’m seeing this more and more in the hospitality space, so I’m giving you a quick overview of the biggest benefits of serving these non-alcoholic beverages. If you’re considering adding mocktails as an option for your patrons, this episode …
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