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As interior designers, we’re accustomed to celebrating the end of a project. But what about the people and process behind those designs? Once Upon a Project delves into the stories of creating the spaces that we inhabit with the designers who dreamed them up. Join AJ Paron, EVP and Design Futurist of SANDOW Design Group, in unraveling what it takes to bring interior design projects to fruition—from the designer’s inspiration to the setbacks, surprises, and serendipitous events along the way.
Once Upon a Project is part of the SURROUND Podcast Network by SANDOW Design Group—the home of design brands you know and love like Interior Design magazine, Metropolis magazine, Luxe Interiors + Design, Thinklab and more.
See our show notes, and discover more design podcasts at surroundpodcasts.com
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What happens when you don’t just design a building, but rethink how people experience an entire place? AJ Paron speaks with Bill Mandara of Mancini Duffy about TSX Broadway, the ambitious Times Square project that brings architecture, entertainment, hospitality and historic preservation together under one roof. They explore the extraordinary challenge of raising the landmark Palace Theatre 30 feet, creating a stage that opens directly onto Times Square, and navigating years of technical complexity to transform an iconic site while preserving its history for the future.This season of Once Upon A Project is presented by Crypton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do you bring a historic hotel back to life without losing the character that made it special in the first place? AJ Paron speaks with Valentina Castellon of DLR Group about the transformation of The Gunter Hotel in San Antonio, where a 130-year history became the starting point for a new hospitality experience. They explore how the team uncovered original architectural details, embraced the hotel’s musical legacy, and layered in hidden spaces, bold artwork and moments of surprise to create a destination that feels both deeply rooted in its past and alive for a new generation.This season of Once Upon A Project is presented by Crypton.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
How do you design a workplace that's ready for constant change? AJ Paron speaks with Karen Marie Stonely, founding principal of SPAN Architecture, about how her firm has reimagined its studio through decades of disruption, from 9/11 and the pandemic to the rise of AI. Together, they explore how flexibility, biophilic design, and a culture of continuous adaptation have shaped a workplace where collaboration, wellbeing, and creativity continue to thrive.This season of Once Upon A Project is presented by Shaw Contract.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What makes an office worth coming back to? This episode explores Roivant's first purpose-built New York headquarters at Penn One, designed to foster connection, collaboration and culture for a hybrid workforce. AJ Paron speaks with Sommer Schauer of Perkins&Will about transforming the workplace into a destination through a dramatic central hub, hospitality-inspired amenities, flexible gathering spaces and thoughtful design strategies that encourage movement, visibility and belonging.Episode art photo credit: Magda BiernatThis season of Once Upon A Project is presented by Shaw Contract.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
What does it mean to design a workplace that cares for caregivers? This episode explores Northwestern Medicine’s Faculty Office Center in Chicago, a restorative environment created to support physician wellbeing through biophilic design, flexible workspaces, and hospitality-inspired amenities. Mark Hirons of CannonDesign and Jill from Northwestern Medicine discuss how the project is redefining the physician office experience around focus, recovery, connection, and care.This season of Once Upon A Project is presented by Shaw Contract.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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