Hotel Designs
Hotel Designs
Welcome to DESIGN POD, the contemporary design podcast for all interior design and architecture enthusiasts…DESIGN POD is a design and architecture podcast that aims to cut through the noise. The topics and personalities amplified on the podcast have been carefully chosen to give texture and context on key issues that are impacting architects and designers. Listen to the latest episode here (and scroll down to listen to more):
In each episode, DESIGN POD’s host editor Sophie Harper will welcome influential guests to share their opinions on the conversations and challenges that are shaping our industry. Together, they are embracing innovation while balancing the important issues we all face as modern designers and architects.
On this episode of DESIGN POD, Sophie Harper speaks to Grant Woodrow, Chief Business Development Officer at Wilderness from the wilds of Botswana to......
On this episode of DESIGN POD, Sophie Harper speaks to Fettle Founders Andy Goodwin and Tom Parker from their studios in London and LA......
On this episode of DESIGN POD, Sophie Harper catches up with her good friend Tom Thorogood, Partner and Co-Head of Interiors at Studio Moren,......
During this episode of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, Nick Hickson, Co-Founder, THDP, talks to Sophie Harper about his background as a furniture......
During this episode of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, Lewis Taylor, Design Director at David Collins Studio, talks to Sophie Harper about everything......
During this episode of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, Harry Harris, Managing Director at SUSD, talks to Sophie Harper about the changes he’s......
In the second episode of series 6 of DESIGN POD, sponsored by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper chats to Hamish Brown, Partner......
In the first episode of our latest DESIGN POD series, sponsored by Schlüter-Systems Ltd, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper gets to talk to Rockwell......
In the last episode of series five of DESIGN POD, sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper talks to Oscar Lucien Ono, Founder......
In the seventh episode of series five of DESIGN POD, sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper chats to Emma King, Head of......
In the sixth episode of series five of DESIGN POD, sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper catches up with Founder and Principal at......
In the fifth show of series five of DESIGN POD, sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper catches up with Partner and Principal......
In the fourth show of series five of DESIGN POD, sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper talks to Creative Director and Founder......
In the third show of series five of DESIGN POD, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper chats to Nomadic Resorts Founder, Louis Thompson, about his......
On the second show of series 5 of DESIGN POD, Sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper talks to Tatiana Sheveleva, from Chapi......
On the first show of series 5 of DESIGN POD, Sponsored by EquipHotel, Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper talks to Jacu Strauss, Creative Director......
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Hotel Designs Editor Sophie Harper is an established travel and design journalist and has worked on some of the UK’s most reputable publications and award-winning media campaigns in the last 15 years. As both a writer and editor, Sophie has specialised in hospitality design over the last decade, and has interviewed and hosted events with some of the most influential personalities in the industry.
Sophie’s experience and knowledge have placed her in high demand as a consultant and speaker for a number of events. She currently sits on the advisory board for the Sustainable Design Summit and Hotel & Resort Design South, and regularly speaks at international events and exhibitions.
As well as taking every opportunity to discuss all aspects of hotel design with leading experts across the industry, Sophie is passionate about shedding light on topics concerning ESG, technology, and inclusivity – and actively shines the spotlight on new and upcoming design talent.
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Fun fact: I’m usually the person friends rely on to organise trips, schedules, and group plans.
Workhighlights: Successfully coordinating events from planning through to delivery and seeing everything come together on the day.
Fun fact: I’m a keen cyclist and will happily bore people with copious amounts of cycling chat. My top cycling experience (so far) would have to be riding in the spectacular mountains of Crete.
Work highlights: Charles joined Forum Events in 2022. With a background in publishing, editorial media and events, Charles brings a wealth of experience to his role as Senior Production Manager. Having being involved with SPACE from the outset, he is excited to see the brand grow and develop.
Fun fact: People tell Sienna she gives off Bridget Jones vibes, and she loves to bake, always making sure there are shortbreads floating around the office
Work highlights: Sienna joined Forum Events & Media Group while studying Communications and Media, starting in the sales team where she managed and helped launch the first the PA Life Leading Venues of London SHOWCASE, where she built relationships with luxury venues across the capital. Drawn to the stories behind these spaces, she naturally transitioned into the editorial team, creating social media and editorial content. Upon graduating in June 2026, she is excited to be joining as Assistant Editor for Hotel Designs and SPACE.
Fun fact: When not working, Jess can usually be found tending to her kitchen garden in the Sussex countryside or foraging for herbs in the nearby woods. A keen grower, she recently studied a RHS Level 2 Diploma in the Principles of Horticulture during her spare time.
Work highlights: Jess joined SPACE magazine in 2022 and has since progressed from Assistant Editor to Editor. During this time, she has worked across many aspects of the publication – from shaping editorial strategy and overseeing operations to contributing to art direction and representing the brand on stage at industry events including Surface Design Show and WOW!house.
Fun fact: Katy has spent years perfecting all kinds of accents and loves a good impersonation!
Work highlights: Katy has been with Hotel Designs since the beginning, way back in 2015 when Forum Events & Media Group acquired the brand.
