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An interview with the co-founder and principal of RFR Holding

Brad Parker, owner, operator, and designer of the Hampton Social and the Bassment, reflects on his journey to the hospitality world, his curiosity, and who he always considers in his designs.

The CEO and co-founder of Salt Hotels approaches traditional design with a contemporary twist.

John and Vivian Bencich, co-founders of Square Feet Studio, discuss their first memories of design, the challenges of designing the restaurant Staplehouse, and being inspired by the Atlanta Beltline.

Rob Polacek, who is partner and chief creative officer of Puccini Group, discusses his early design ambitions, the firm’s expansion beyond the realm of F&B, and his dream project.

Rafael Alvarez, a co-founder of Alvarez+Brock Design and a recipient of HD’s Wave of the Future award, talks growing up in a third-world country, creating restaurants that are experiences, and his constant sketching.

An interview with the founder and director of New York City Wine & Food Festival (NYCWFF)/
South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF)

Intelligent design comes to life with the co-founder of Moooi

An interview with the Brooklyn, New York-based firm's founding principals and principal