• Episode 10: The Best of Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales & JennAir, Part One | EP 10 | Ron Woodson, Jaime Rummerfield, Kristi Nelson and Jhoiey Ramirez
    Aug 8 2022
    Welcome to Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances, a podcast about incredible interiors, experiential exteriors and everything in between. Inspired by those crafting exquisite spaces for those who seek them.  Shaun Ayala, Marketing Manager at Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and Fernando Marfil, West Coast Lead for Sales and Marketing with JennAir introduce you to Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances. This is a podcast created to guide members of the built and shelter design trade through this ever changing industry with ideas for crafting incredible design, CEU’s to advance your career and unique new products and techniques that make your clients design dreams a reality.  This is the story about The Formosa Cafe, opened in Hollywood, California in 1939 and was, for decades following a hang-out for some of the biggest stars in Hollywood. The Formosa was built across the street from the legendary Samuel Goldwyn Studio. The biggest celebrities of the day spent their time at The Formosa was a hotspot for legends like James Dean, Frank Sinatra, Humphrey Bogart and Elvis Presley. The 1933 Group works to save significant properties form destruction and brings them back to their former glory. Ron and Jaime discuss their passion for architecture and saving unique works. Kristi Nelson sits down with Shaun and Fernando to discuss the ideas behind unfolding the true design desires of her clients. This episode will cover what it takes to design incredible kitchen’s and what elements now make up the modern kitchen spaces. There is a constant struggle that exists between sexy, exotic design and achieving purely utilitarian function. The magic lies in the designers ability to apply skill, product knowledge and creative understanding of space/ distance and the art of design all working together in unison. Jhoiey Ramirez is a masterful designer with both creative vision and a keen understanding for how products, materials and technology work together to make the perfect space that is both sexy and highly functional. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #BoundByNothing #JhoieyRamirez #WoodsonandRummerfieldsHouseofDesign #IconicArchitecture #InteriorDesign #KMNelsonDesign
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    8 mins
  • Episode 9: A Return to Architectural Craftsmanship | EP 9 | A Conversation About Hand Crafted Architecture & Design With Darrell Wilson of Mark Weaver & Associates
    Aug 8 2022
    Architect Darrell Wilson enjoys exploring the vision behind projects and applying a meticulous and hand-crafted approach to its completion. This approach allows Wilson to work on a variety of styles from Modern to Traditional with the same level of quality. Shaping each project for those it has been designed as a unique work has led to a well deserved reputation for quality and unique design. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #darrellWilson #MarkWeaver&Associates #KitchenDesign #MultiFunctionalDesign #InteriorDesign
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    25 mins
  • Episode 8: Redefining Hospitality & Travel | EP 8 | What the Most Exotic and Luxurious Destinations Have in Common and How to Bring it Home with Jill Cole of Cole Martinez Curtis
    Aug 8 2022
    Travel has always been a source of relaxation and inspiration. What if you could capture that feeling in a bottle and take it home? Cole Martinez Curtis specialize in designing some of the worlds most luxurious homes, residences and boutique hotels. We are in an era where the value of design is being recognized for the art form it is and as such, there is a renaissance in design taking place and the work is speaking for itself. Jill Cole is co-founder and managing principle of Cole Martinez Curtis. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #JillCole #Hospitality #KitchenDesign #ColeMartinezCurtis #InteriorDesign
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    26 mins
  • Episode 7: Mastering the Multi-Use Environment | EP 7 | A Look at How Multi-Use Environments Are Changing Interior Design & Architecture featuring Michael Katsibas, Founding Partner of KAP Studios
    Jun 7 2022
    It’s not enough to simply decide that a space needs to do more, to be more highly functioning. The challenge is to make spaces more functional while adding depth in design, a fresh look at how to conceal the tools of this new functionality and to increase the performance of a physical space. Let’s say that again, slower and let it sink in… increase the performance of the space. Yes form follows function, but how has that changed since the form is required now to perform multiple functions?  Clearly Understanding Recognized and Unrecognized Client NeedsTurning Constraints into OpportunitiesModern Value AssessmentsCreating Successful Pairings (Dining Room/ Yoga Studio, etc.) About Michael Katsibas: Enthusiastic and approachable, Michael develops strong collaborative relationships with city developers to address built environment needs in a strategic and holistic way. Michael has led residential, office, workplace, hotel and hybrid projects in Los Angeles and in London for clients including Nobu, AEG, and Wylan James. Always alert to the functional possibilities of ‘left over spaces’, he is skilled at creating unexpected moments of joy within a design through simple, cost-effective interventions.Michael runs the LA Studio and leads on the strategic design approach of our US projects. His approach combines creative concepts with a clear understanding of clients’ needs, site-specific constraints, zoning, codes and entitlements. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #KAPStudios #Hospitality #KitchenDesign #MultiFunctionalDesign #InteriorDesign
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    27 mins
  • Episode 6: Entertaining Kitchens from Coast to Coast | EP 6 | An Exploratory Look at Residential & Commercial Hospitality with Christine Vroom and Alex Alonso
    Jun 7 2022
    Does the idea of hospitality vary by geographic location? From California Casual to Southern charm, Midwest friendliness, to Florida hospitality, every locale seems to have their own version of hospitality and if that is true, how does that affect kitchen design. Cuban born, Alex Alonso of Mr. Alex Tate knows a thing or two from his travels across five continents and in the US, working coast-to-coast. Christine Vroom, founder of her eponymous LA firm believes that sensibility and experience dictate design. This is a deep dive into regional hospitality and the affects on kitchen design. Regional Hospitality (does it exist)Design ElementsTechnology, Electronics and MaterialsCalifornia Vs. Florida, Coast-to-Coast ChallengeAbout Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #ChristineVroomInteriors #Hospitality #KitchenDesign #MrAlexTate #InteriorDesign
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    39 mins
  • Episode 5: Bringing Sexy Back to Interior Design | EP 5 | Jhoiey Ramirez of The Sycamore Collective
    Jun 7 2022
    There is a constant struggle that exists between sexy, exotic design and achieving purely utilitarian function. The magic lies in the designers ability to apply skill, product knowledge and creative understanding of space/ distance and the art of design all working together in unison. Jhoiey is a masterful designer with both creative vision and a keen understanding for how products, materials and technology work together to make the perfect space that is both sexy and highly functional. LayoutDesign ElementsTechnology, Electronics and MaterialsThe Intangibles About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #JhoieyRamirez #SexyDesign #SycamoreCollective #InteriorDesign
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    28 mins
  • Episode 4: Unfolding Vision and Creating A Uniquely Personal Environment | EP 4 | Kristi Nelson of KM Nelson Design
    Mar 30 2022
    Personal expression is the key to design fulfillment. The designer's role is to uncover those personal desires and express them in the final project | Easy to say, difficult to execute. Kristi Nelson sits down with Shaun and Fernando to discuss the ideas behind unfolding the true design desires of her clients. This episode will cover what it takes to design incredible kitchen’s and what elements now make up the modern kitchen spaces. Initial Design Process with ClientsTechnologyLayout vs FunctionNew Ideas in Kitchen Design Shaun and Fernando talk about some of Kristi’s favorite kitchen design projects and ways interior design professionals can tackle kitchen design with confidence. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #KristiNelson #KitchenDesign #InteriorDesign
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    35 mins
  • Episode 3: Luxury Kitchens Today, A CEU for Design Professionals | EP 3 | Hosted by Ron Woodson and Jaime Rummerfield of Woodson & Rummerfield’s House of Design
    Mar 9 2022
    Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAIr Luxury Appliances | A CEU about Luxury Kitchens Today Shaun and Fernando have spoken with Ron & Jaime recently and now it is their turn to present a compelling CEU outlining the future of  luxury kitchen design. In this course, you can expect to sharpen your viewpoint on the meaning of luxury, especially when it comes to the state of kitchen design. We will focus on key details that make a luxury kitchen experience. From efficiency and technology to customization and personalization. Incorporating important factors and tips to keep in mind when creating the ultimate luxury kitchen experience.  ● Efficiency-  ● Customization-  ● Aesthetics-  ● Imitation vs Authenticity-  Please check the links below for was to view this CEU online and obtain credit for course completion. About Design Expressions: Design Expressions presented by Pacific Sales and JennAir Luxury Appliances was created to share the stories behind amazing design and architecture. This is a partnership between Pacific Sales, a Best Buy company and JennAir Luxury Appliances. #DesignExpressions #Podcast #PacificSales #JennAir #TheFormosaCafe #IconicArchitecture #InteriorDesign
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    48 mins