I Hear Design: the i+s podcast
The team at interiors+sources settle in to discuss recent news, interviews, and reviews in more depth than any other source.
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 18 minutes
- Episodes
- 316
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
ICYMI: The Power of Wallcoverings in Creating Salutogenic Spaces
In this ICYMI episode of I Hear Design, we spotlight a compelling article by Heidi Lapka published on the i+s website on May 28, 2025, that explores how wallcoverings can do far more than beautify; t…
The Power of Partnership: How Perkins&Will Project Managers Build Trust, Balance, and Better Design with Koko Nomura and Nirmala Srinivasa
What makes a strong project management partnership—and how does it transform the way design projects unfold? In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen speaks with Koko Nomura and Nirmala…
ICYMI: Transforming Suburban Office Campuses for the Future: Five Key Strategies
Listen in to this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read episode in which we revisit a story titled, "Transforming Suburban Office Campuses for the Future: Five Key Strategies," written by Dayita…
Design as an Emotional Anchor: Creating Hospitality Spaces That Truly Connect with Tiffany Woodsen
In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Tiffany Woodsen, founder of INK+ORO, to discuss the power of emotionally resonant hospitality design. Tiffany shares her journey …
ICYMI: How Rice Fergus Miller Creates Culturally Rooted Hospitality Spaces
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article-read episode, we revisit an article titled, "How Rice Fergus Miller Creates Culturally Rooted Hospitality Spaces," written by Allison Lampo and published…
The Science Behind Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces with HOK’s Kay Sargent
In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Kay Sargent of HOK to discuss her groundbreaking book, Designing Neuroinclusive Workplaces. Kay explains how neuroinclusive desig…
ICYMI: HALL Park Hotel in Frisco: Modern Design, Natural Comfort, & Luxury Amenities
Discover the HALL Park Hotel in Frisco, Texas, a property that blends modern architecture with natural materials, soft curves, and biophilic design for a warm, elegant guest experience in this In Cas…
Fighting the Fakes: Why Original Design Still Matters with Buster + Punch Founder Massimo Buster Minale
The design world is facing a crisis of authenticity as cheap knock-off products continue to flood the market and threaten the profitability of original design work. In this compelling episode of I He…
ICYMI: Commercial Materials Industry Moves Closer to Scalable Biomaterials Solutions
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read, we revisit an article published on the interiors+sources website titled, "Commercial Materials Industry Moves Closer to Scalable Biomaterials Solut…
How Neuroinclusive Design is Reshaping the Built Environment with Sammy Rupp
In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen speaks with Sammy Rupp, interior designer and fiber artist at DLR Group, about her innovative work in neuroinclusive design. Sammy discusses how…
ICYMI: The Johnson Studio Transforms Former Memphis Foundry into Fine Dining Destination
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read, we revisit an article titled, "The Johnson Studio Transforms Former Memphis Foundry into Fine Dining Destination," by Jennie Morton published on th…
The Future Is Circular: How Swatchbox Is Tackling Material Sampling Waste with Ben Glunz
In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with architect and Anguleris CEO Ben Glunz to explore Swatchbox’s new Second Life Samples™ program—a breakthrough initiative that’s re…
ICYMI: HGA Overhauls Former Department Store into New D.C. Headquarters
Discover how HGA turned a former department store in the historic Woodies building in Washington, DC, into its thriving new regional headquarters in this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) mini-episode, b…
NeoCon 2025: How IIDA Is Shaping the Future of Design—A Conversation with Cheryl Durst
In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen sits down with Cheryl Durst, EVP and CEO of the International Interior Design Association (IIDA), to explore the future of interior design and I…
ICYMI: Adaptive Furnishings and Fixtures Deliver Fully Inclusive Hotels
Have you ever considered how hotels can incorporate adaptive design elements to proactively meet their guests’ needs? Listen to this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read mini-episode in which w…
How Economic Pressures, Wellness Design, and Carbon Data Are Reshaping Architecture & Construction
In this edition of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen delivers a wide-angle view of the current architecture, design, and construction landscape in 2025. Drawing from recent reports and economic ind…
ICYMI: What Does a Healthy Showroom Look Like?
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) article read mini-episode, we revisit an article titled, "What Does a Healthy Showroom Look Like?" published on the interiors+sources website on Feb. 18, 2025. L…
Material Intelligence at NeoCon 2025: Reshaping Sustainable Design Conversations with Kenn Busch
In this special NeoCon 2025 preview episode, host Robert Nieminen chats with sustainability journalist and educator Kenn Busch, founder of Material Intelligence and Climate Positive Now. Together, th…
ICYMI: ASID Explores the Influence of Joy, Wellness, and Sustainability on 2025 Interior Design Trends
In this In Case You Missed It (ICYMI) mini article-read episode, we revisit an article published on the i+s website titled, "ASID Explores the Influence of Joy, Wellness, and Sustainability on 2025 I…
Marketing Building Products: Storytelling, Sustainability, and AI Insights with Susan Fernandez
Marketing building products to architects and designers is more complicated than ever. In this episode of I Hear Design, host Robert Nieminen talks with Susan Fernandez, founder of Cast Carbon and pa…