Design Time

Domino Magazine

Domino editors host this weekly podcast, which spotlights creative strategies for making your home (and every day) feel more special, personal, and fun—from insider tricks on how to tackle your next renovation project to easy updates that instantly refresh a space—through candid conversations with Domino’s editors and community of experts.

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66 episodes
Updated Dec 8, 2022

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Jan 7, 2021 · 38 min
Sweeten Founder Jean Brownhill on the New Rules of Renovation and the Materials to Get You There
Jean Brownhill, founder and CEO of Sweeten, really understands homeowners’ needs when jumping into a renovation project. She learned by personal experience both as an architect and a first-time homeowner while renovating her brownstone in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. After learning from a mis-hired contractor and her own mistakes, and seeing an opportunity in the market to empower homeowners and contractors, Jean decided to launch Sweeten in 2011. She provides an invaluable service—
Dec 30, 2020 · 30 min
Domino’s Resident Moms on Living With Kids 24-7 and How They’re Making Home Ultra-Functional (and Fun!)
For our last episode of 2020, Jessica Romm Perez and Domino editors Kate Berry and Alex Redgrave sit down for a special chat about all things kids. The team was so excited to launch Domino Kids this year and support families with hardworking ideas and fun. Our theme, “Kids Rule the House,” would actually become a reality—and the team quickly saw the need for parents to gain advice on how to set up that homeschool station in a small space; put together an organization strategy that tames some
Dec 23, 2020 · 28 min
Commune Design Cofounder Roman Alonso on Building a Community of Resources and Creating Spaces That Make You Feel Your Best
Roman Alonso and his Los Angeles–based creative studio, Commune Design, have had a hand in defining what many associate with the modern California aesthetic. Layered, collected, built to last—these are the signatures of Commune’s work. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, Roman defined his career as a visionary creative, working across fashion, interiors, and publishing. From the time he founded his groundbreaking studio, Roman and his team have been incredibly prolific, designing textural, layered en
Dec 17, 2020 · 31 min
Beloved Designer Nate Berkus on the Most Elevated Way to Stretch Your Budget and the Design Shift He Sees for 2021
Nate Berkus is a role model in so many senses of the word. As an interior designer, megawatt TV celebrity, businessman, and industry thought leader, he’s changed the course of how designers think about what’s possible in their careers. Nate’s aspirational approach to interiors is communicated in language that is attainable, accessible, and uniquely his own. He established his design firm at 24 years old and launched his TV career on Oprah Winfrey’s talk show and later with his own hit series,
Dec 10, 2020 · 31 min
Past and Current Cover Stars Sarah Sherman Samuel and Leanne Ford on the Idea of Going Home and Renovation as Art
On a very special episode of Design Time, we were able to get two of our contributors—Sarah Sherman Samuel, our cover star from last winter’s Renovation issue, and our newly anointed cover star, Leanne Ford—to talk about the concept of coming home, which is something we have all done in some capacity this year. Their hilarious, heartfelt chat is filled with reno gold, and the two buddies, who have both left Los Angeles to move home—Sarah to Michigan and Leanne to Pennsylvania—are see
Dec 3, 2020 · 34 min
Designer Amber Lewis on the Most Crucial Step to Any Renovation and Her Materials Playbook
Amber Lewis of Amber Interiors has had a really big year. Team Domino is constantly talking about her expert renovations and calming, light-filled spaces—and her three shops in Los Angeles have seen incredible growth this year, as everyone has been focused on nesting. Amber’s recent best-selling book, Made for Living: Collected Interiors for All Sorts of Styles, dives into the art of layering and focuses on how we create spaces that are warm, welcoming, cozy, and—most important—a ref
Nov 25, 2020 · 31 min
Ina Garten on Her Pantry Essentials, What Comfort Means Right Now, and How to Make Every Day Feel Like a Celebration
It’s 2020, and Ina Garten needs no introduction. Her passionate following hit a peak during lockdown, when the food-world superstar began sharing viral videos of her life at home with her husband, Jeffrey, and imparting her knowledge on what to cook, how to organize, and how to live during these challenging and unusual times. Her Instagram fan base of more than 2 million followers hang on her every post, and she has emerged as a sort of quarantine queen for the home cook, bringing joy and hum
Nov 19, 2020 · 36 min
Design Powerhouse Couple Yolanda Edwards and Matt Hranek on Their Favorite Things to Collect, the Beauty of a Prefab Home, and the Road Less Taken
Matt Hranek and Yolanda Edwards are what most would call a creative power couple. Throughout their careers, they have worked together and separately for some of the most dynamic and inspiring publications, documenting their travels, food, and homes for digital and print, and solidifying a loyal following that trusts their every move. Each recommendation they put out there—where to go, where to eat, what to drink, what to shop for—and, most important, how to document it, is supported by vibran
Nov 12, 2020 · 29 min
Ayesha Curry on Storytelling Through Design and Building an Inclusive Vision
Despite the uncertainty around us, it’s been quite a year of accomplishments for Ayesha Curry. While gracing the cover of Domino’s Fall Style issue, the food enthusiast, philanthropist, and mother of three released her second cookbook, New York Times best-seller The Full Plate: Flavor-Filled, Easy Recipes for Families With No Time and a Lot to Do; appeared at the Democratic National Convention; and hosted an Instagram Live cooking demo with Vice President–elect Kama
Nov 5, 2020 · 19 min
Talented Duo Forbes Masters on Dramatic Spaces and the Future of Digital Design
Tavia Forbes and Monet Masters of design firm Forbes Masters are a creative team focused on a personal approach to design, diving into their clients’ passions, personalities, and style before embarking on a plan for interiors. They are all about innovating the design process, pushing their craft forward with digital design, social media, and their active and growing network. With an impressive roster of celebrity clients and exciting product collaborations in the works, including a wallpaper
Oct 29, 2020 · 28 min
Superstar Stylist Colin King on ‘Unstyling’ Your Space And Only Buying What You Truly Love
Colin King, stylist, dancer, and creative director, is a force in the design world, working with photographers and brands to craft beautiful spaces and images that are as moving and emotional as they appear effortless and aspirational. In this week's episode, we explore spaces with meaning and the community Colin has built in the design world, including close collaborators from some of the best stores, brands, and publications in the business including Architectural Digest, Zara Home, Hay, RW
Oct 22, 2020 · 37 min
Kellie Brown on Body Inclusivity in Design and the Comforts of a Postmodern Aesthetic
Kellie Brown has an important mission: To bring body positivity and inclusivity to every aspect of personal style. She has amassed a loyal following with her website and Instagram account, And I Get Dressed, and recently expanded her social imprint to include a new home and interiors feed, where she guides her audience on how to shop for vintage. Particularly in this time of a global pandemic, Kellie is generous with her knowledge of vintage and her cool postmodern sensibility, which leans he
Oct 15, 2020 · 36 min
Spencer Bailey on Slowing Down and How Your Home Reflects Your Values
Spencer Bailey’s forthcoming book, In Memory Of: Designing Contemporary Memorials (Phaidon Press), speaks to the important work of memorializing lives lived and how we experience grief. Spencer, the former editor in chief of Surface magazine and a talented journalist who writes about architecture, art, culture, design, and technology for many publications, came to this work via a very personal experience. He also explores the relevant notion of slowing down in his p
Oct 8, 2020 · 38 min
Jenna Lyons on the Power of a Pink Sofa and Designing Without Fear
Jenna Lyons is a creative force. Her vision for how to dress America defined and led the J.Crew brand for nearly two decades, and her influence across design, fashion, interiors, and beauty launched a generation empowered by an accessible aesthetic that mixes high and low, shiny and matte, old and new, and graphic and pretty. Jenna and her Brooklyn brownstone scored the cover of Domino in 2008, launching a Pinterest generation—and inspiring her fans to paint their ceilings in vibrant stripes
Sep 17, 2020 · 32 min
Brigette Romanek on the Unexpected Path That Led to Her Dream Career
Good design has soul. Brigette Romanek came to design via an unexpected path. First, she designed an accessories collection and her own home, then she started decorating for friends and fell in love with the process. She established her design firm and an approach built on classical and modern elements, and is known for her sculptural but accessible perspective. Brigette is a talented plant mama and collector, and her warmth and spirit inform her craft. Tune in as we explore Brigette’s eye fo
Sep 10, 2020 · 27 min
Designer Mat Sanders on the Best Design Advice He’s Ever Received and Styling With Object “BFFs”
Mat Sanders lives and breathes design. He shares his knowledge and styling ideas with humor and passion, whether it’s on his social channels; designing for celebrity clients; or on his new short-format TV show, Werrrk!, where he helps businesses redefine themselves with design. Mat brings an editorial approach to interiors and furniture collections, and is generous with his talent and innovative approach. Listen in on my conversation with Mat...it’s fun, inspiring, and surprising, bu
Sep 3, 2020 · 37 min
Goodee Founders Byron and Dexter Peart on Sourcing Products With Purpose and the Power of Design for Good
Dexter and Byron Peart have an incredible breadth of experience and inspirations to draw from. The Montreal-based identical twin brothers are the founders and creators of luxury accessories and fashion brand WANT Les Essentiels and their current venture, Goodee, a marketplace and retail platform for mission-led design brands and makers. Dexter and Byron sold WANT in 2017 to explore new opportunities and followed their heart and passion into the home. In their w
Aug 27, 2020 · 41 min
EyeSwoon’s Athena Calderone on Creative Careers, Unexpected Trajectories, and Elevating the Everyday
Athena Calderone approaches her life and work through an inspiring lens: to make things more beautiful. She’s had incredible success with her two books—the James Beard Award–winning Cook Beautiful and her most recent, Live Beautiful, both rooted in the idea of bringing inspiration to every day and exploring your home to find your personal style. Her content—via her Instagram account and website, EyeSwoon—has especially resonated this past year, as people are looking for ways
Aug 13, 2020 · 29 min
Plant Kween Christopher Griffin on Creating a Lush Home That Brings You Joy and His Plant-Approved Playlist
Christopher Griffin is all about sharing. From his Brooklyn apartment, Christopher (also known as Plant Kween) has shared his plant-care expertise, joyful ideas, and styling knowledge with his Instagram audience throughout quarantine. Her approach to personal well-being and balance is informed by her lush oasis, with hundreds of plants gracing every corner. He shares his plant journey and the love and energy he brings to the process with humor and infectious joy. As an educator at New
Aug 6, 2020 · 33 min
Jungalow’s Justina Blakeney on Making Fun a Priority With Well-Designed Hang Zones
Justina Blakeney radiates joy. The designer, artist, and creative director of Jungalow is the author of two New York Times best-selling books—The New Bohemians: Cool and Collected Homes and The New Bohemians Handbook: Come Home to Good Vibes—and that’s exactly what Justina is all about: creating a space that is all about good vibes. She really understands how to live well and maximize spaces designed around the things that are important to you. She’s a mast

Design Time

Sweeten Founder Jean Brownhill on the New Rules of Renovation and the Materials to Get You There

Domino’s Resident Moms on Living With Kids 24-7 and How They’re Making Home Ultra-Functional (and Fun!)

Commune Design Cofounder Roman Alonso on Building a Community of Resources and Creating Spaces That Make You Feel Your Best

Beloved Designer Nate Berkus on the Most Elevated Way to Stretch Your Budget and the Design Shift He Sees for 2021

Past and Current Cover Stars Sarah Sherman Samuel and Leanne Ford on the Idea of Going Home and Renovation as Art

Designer Amber Lewis on the Most Crucial Step to Any Renovation and Her Materials Playbook

Ina Garten on Her Pantry Essentials, What Comfort Means Right Now, and How to Make Every Day Feel Like a Celebration

Design Powerhouse Couple Yolanda Edwards and Matt Hranek on Their Favorite Things to Collect, the Beauty of a Prefab Home, and the Road Less Taken

Ayesha Curry on Storytelling Through Design and Building an Inclusive Vision

Talented Duo Forbes Masters on Dramatic Spaces and the Future of Digital Design

Superstar Stylist Colin King on ‘Unstyling’ Your Space And Only Buying What You Truly Love

Kellie Brown on Body Inclusivity in Design and the Comforts of a Postmodern Aesthetic

Spencer Bailey on Slowing Down and How Your Home Reflects Your Values

Jenna Lyons on the Power of a Pink Sofa and Designing Without Fear

Brigette Romanek on the Unexpected Path That Led to Her Dream Career

Designer Mat Sanders on the Best Design Advice He’s Ever Received and Styling With Object “BFFs”

Goodee Founders Byron and Dexter Peart on Sourcing Products With Purpose and the Power of Design for Good

EyeSwoon’s Athena Calderone on Creative Careers, Unexpected Trajectories, and Elevating the Everyday

Plant Kween Christopher Griffin on Creating a Lush Home That Brings You Joy and His Plant-Approved Playlist

Jungalow’s Justina Blakeney on Making Fun a Priority With Well-Designed Hang Zones