Through her books and products, this 21st-century domestic goddess is truly a part of the classic American style firmament. On this episode, Aerin Lauder speaks about growing up with her grandmother Estée, what she's learned over years of being in the business, and more.
On this episode, Dan speaks to the brilliant London-based couple Sophie Ashby and Charlie Casely-Hayford about their unique careers, Ashby’s involvement in the nonprofit United in Design, Casely-Hayford’s own lineage in British culture, and more.
When it comes to designing hotels, Pierre-Yves Rochon is a cut above. On this episode, Dan speaks with Rochon about his global upbringing, his redesign of the Waldorf Astoria, and his installation at this year’s Salone del Mobile in Milan.
This architect has done it all, and in style. On this episode, Dan speaks with Mindel about getting his start, his design gallery, and meeting Gaetano Pesce in a hospital waiting room.
For decades, he’s directed boundary-pushing performances, from his best-known work 1976’s "Einstein on the Beach" to the recent "Mary Said What She Said." On this episode, Dan speaks with the legend about his conservative upbringing, breaking the rules of theater, The Watermill Center, and more.
This Chicago-based architect has captured the imaginations of critics and the public alike with her environmentally aware projects. On this episode, Jeanne Gang speaks about her prolific and influential career.
For decades, this talent has helped to redefine our expectations in dining. For the 13th season premiere, chef Vongerichten speaks about his humble beginnings and latest projects.
After 12 seasons of the podcast, The Grand Tourist moves onto the printed page with a hardcover tome the explores all the elements of a well-lived life.
It’s that time again: On this special episode, Dan reports from the yearly Milan Design Week where Giulia Molteni takes the temperature of the global design scene and re-introduces a chair from 1973 by Tobia Scarpa.
For nearly 20 years, this celebrated designer has independently crafted womenswear deeply rooted in research and a vibrant narrative. On this season finale, Dan speaks with Erdem about his upbringing across continents, his creative process, and more.
The head of the YOOX Net-A-Porter Group is defining the evolution of online luxury fashion. On this episode, Loehnis shares her perspective on her career, how the web is affecting global tastes, and more.
Olivier Marty and Karl Fournier of the Paris-based architecture and design firm Studio KO are one of the most exciting outfits today. On this episode, Dan speaks with the duo about how they met, their high-profile projects like the Yves Saint Laurent Museum in Marrakech, and more.
Some designers push boundaries, but Italy’s leading design thinker is known for breaking them. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of the tree-covered Bosco Verticale in Milan, Boeri speaks with Dan about his once-radical ideas, his next major project in Nepal, and much more.
One of the most successful American luxury brands started when two young artists fell in love, going on to create a jewelry brand that has stood the test of time. On this episode, Sybil and David Yurman take a look back at their incredible careers.
Known for her stunning and photorealistic paintings, this rising artist creates works laden with societal commentary and stunning beauty. On this episode, Calida Rawles reflects on her first solo museum show, the challenges along the way, and more.
One of the world’s most respected curators of contemporary art and the current artistic director of London’s Serpentine, Obrist has pushed the role of the curator to new heights. On this episode, he speaks with Dan about the important evolutions of the Serpentine, the future of his profession, and more.
Behind some of architecture's most influential works, powerhouse firm Diller Scofidio + Renfro has shaped the city as we know it. On the first episode of season 12, Dan and Elizabeth discuss her unlikely start in the profession, lessons learned on her work in New York, and more.
Some celebrity chefs transcend the art of simply cooking an amazing meal by understanding how food brings people together as part of contemporary culture. On this episode, Dan speaks with Italian chef Massimo Bottura about the keys to his success; his latest book, “Slow Food, Fast Cars,” and much more.
