# Kelly Grace - The Architect Who Designs for Your Health

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Published: 2026-06-16T22:48:50+00:00
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Welcome to the TalkDesign Podcast , the space where creativity meets conversation. In this episode, award-winning designer Adrian Ramsay welcomes custom residential expert Kelly Grace for a deeply human look at what happens when a lifetime of design exposure shapes a mission for structural wellness. From her childhood spent running around job sites as her father’s painting sidekick to teaching global design-build courses that honored ancient cultures, Kelly has always viewed the home through a narrative lens. She reflects openly on her professional training during the 2008 recession, working demanding daylight hours on structural renovations before practicing architecture late into the evening for three straight years. The heart of Kelly's perspective on non-toxic architecture crystallized through an unexpected family chapter, living with her husband and young children inside a simplistic live-aboard yacht with the Washington Monument straight off the bow. Witnessing her children encounter severe, ongoing respiratory issues opened her eyes to the hidden dangers of standard marine carpets and sealed environments, prompting her to completely question conventional construction practices. This personal turning point redirected her entire career, driving her to become a passionate advocate for building biology and clean materials as the Managing Principal of Travis Price Architecture. Adrian and Kelly share a wonderful connection as fellow creatives who believe that great design relies on real empathy and listening to a client’s authentic story. They discuss the intimate dynamics of their design discovery meetings, where popping a bottle of wine allows them to dive past rudimentary logistics into the deeper habits of daily life. From crafting homes that float suspended over…

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