{"podcast":{"title":"Beyond the Design","slug":"beyond-the-design-6419672","podcast_index_feed_id":6419672,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/beyond-the-design/","website_url":"https://beyond-the-design.captivate.fm","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/2d1fe2fa-7aba-48a1-b9ad-139e9843a5e6/SROii16-vY4wVlnpETXQfCm6.jpg","author":"Cray Bauxmont-Flynn","episode_count":116,"summary":"Step into the captivating world of design with Beyond the Design. Unveiling the untold stories and shedding light on the real heroes shaping the industry, this podcast goes beyond the glamour to explore the journeys, experiences, and profound insights of visionary leaders. Each episode ignites a sense of curiosity, delving into the intersection of living in a creative atmosphere and tackling the industry's most pressing issues. Prepare to be inspired as we engage with today's foremost practitioners, including renowned designers, architects, manufacturers, emerging brands, and influential tastemakers. Their wisdom will quench your thirst for design and empower you to forge connections and embrace transformative ideas. From the realms of architecture, interior design, furniture, and urban planning to the intricacies of creativity and visionary perspectives, Beyond the Design covers an expansive range of topics. As a devoted design enthusiast, you'll find a treasure trove of inspiration here. Join us as we pull back the curtain and hear firsthand from the trailblazers of the design industry. Discover their thoughts on the ever-evolving landscape of creativity, emerging trends, sustai…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-03T14:20:54.995271+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-design-6419672"},"episode":{"title":"Susan Weiss: Curation, Craftsmanship, and the Art of the Architectural Journey","slug":"susan-weiss-curation-craftsmanship-and-the-art-of-the-architectural-journey","published_at":"2026-05-15T05:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-design-6419672/susan-weiss-curation-craftsmanship-and-the-art-of-the-architectural-journey","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-design-6419672","url":"https://beyond-the-design.captivate.fm","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d479861d-30cd-4c3a-8c13-28e35b3b02b1.mp3","summary":"Susan Weiss’s career is a masterclass in how early environments shape creative destinies. Growing up the daughter of Harold Bailey—an architect, avid collector, and adventurer—Susan was immersed in a world where design was not just a profession, but a lifestyle. She describes this early exposure as \"intravenous,\" suggesting that while she didn't realize she was being shaped at the time, the appreciation for craftsmanship and the stories behind objects became part of her DNA. Her father’s approach to collecting was never about the mere possession of \"things\"; it was about the journey, the people met along the way, and the process of refurbishing and sharing those pieces. This foundational philosophy led Susan into the world of luxury curation, eventually leading her to play a pivotal role in the development of Net-a-Porter’s furniture and home divisions. She learned early on that a piece of furniture is a living history, carrying the fingerprints of those who created it and those who lived with it before. Today, Susan reflects on her journey from a curious child watching her father refurbish antiques to becoming a leading voice in high-end curation. She discusses how her background in art history and her inherent \"processor\" personality allowed her to bridge the gap between architectural structure and the fluid beauty of interior objects. Her story is a testament to the power of observation and the importance of honoring one's creative lineage while forging a unique professional path.","meta_description":"Susan Weiss’s career is a masterclass in how early environments shape creative destinies. Growing up the daughter of Harold Bailey—an architect, avid coll…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3193,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/beyond-the-design-6419672/episodes/susan-weiss-curation-craftsmanship-and-the-art-of-the-architectural-journey/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/beyond-the-design-6419672/susan-weiss-curation-craftsmanship-and-the-art-of-the-architectural-journey.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}