Boulevard Beat

Boulevard Beat

The lines of design and style are blurred. Boulevard Beat proves the one you should take. Hosted by Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund.

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June 23, 2026 53 mins
Few names in design, fashion, and lifestyle carry the influence of Ralph Lauren. In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore how Ralph Lauren built more than a company. He created an entire world. From fashion runways to iconic interiors, Ralph Lauren has spent decades defining a vision of American style that continues to resonate across generations.

The conversation traces the evolution of the Ralph Lauren ...
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Before social media influencers, there was Martha Stewart.

In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore the remarkable impact Martha Stewart has had on the way we live, entertain, decorate, and connect with our homes. More than a television personality or businesswoman, Martha transformed homemaking into an aspirational lifestyle, inspiring generations to find beauty in everyday rituals.

From hosting u...
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June 9, 2026 43 mins
What if color was more than a design choice? What if it could influence your mood, shape your memories, and transform the way you experience your home?

This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa sit down with renowned textile designer, author, and color expert Lori Weitzner to explore the powerful relationship between color and emotion. Best known for her groundbreaking work across textiles, wallcoverings, rugs, and acce...
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What does it take to turn creativity into a thriving lifestyle brand?

This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa welcome artist, designer, and entrepreneur Nicolette Mayer for a conversation about the intersection of creativity and business. Known for her bold wallpapers, textiles, tabletop collections, and home accessories, Nicolette shares the journey from launching her first designs to building an expansive and ever e...
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In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore the art of outdoor living and why layering matters just as much outside as it does indoors. From creating a strong foundation with furniture and textiles to adding comfort through performance fabrics, lighting, scent, and landscaping, this conversation dives into how thoughtful outdoor spaces can become true extensions of the home.

The episode also explores enterta...
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This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund welcome Reese Emry for an inspiring conversation in Creativity in Your Hands. Together, they explore the beauty of handmade living, creative entrepreneurship, and the emotional connection we form with thoughtfully crafted pieces in our homes.

Reese shares her creative journey from paper flowers and styling to building a pottery business rooted in artistry...
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May 12, 2026 51 mins
This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa welcome Bruce MacDonald of Bruce Andrews Design for a conversation inspired by travel, craftsmanship, and the beauty of globally influenced interiors.

In this episode, Bruce reflects on the impact Africa and international travel have had on his creative perspective, shaping the textures, materials, palettes, and stories behind his work. The discussion explores how coll...
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In High Point Spring Market Revealed 2026, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund take listeners inside the conversations, showrooms, and standout moments from this season’s High Point Market. From the resurgence of traditional design to the nuanced evolution of color, pattern, and scale, this episode unpacks what designers are actually noticing and talking about on the ground.

The conversation explores a clear...
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What if your home could feel like a permanent vacation?

In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund explore the essence of tropical living and how it translates into timeless, elevated interiors. This is not about themed spaces or clichés. It is about capturing a feeling. Airy, layered, relaxed, and deeply connected to nature.

From destination inspired influences like the Caribbean, Hawaii, and ...
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In Elements of Design: Fire — Warmth, Glow & Gathering, Meghan and Krissa close out the series by exploring the most dynamic and emotionally charged element of all. Fire is both powerful and comforting, representing passion, energy, intimacy, and connection. It is instinctual. It draws people in, encourages gathering, and creates moments that feel alive and memorable.

The conversation moves through how fire sh...
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Elements of Design: Air — Lightness, Openness & Ease explores how the air element brings a sense of breath, clarity, and quiet luxury into our spaces. This episode invites listeners to think beyond what is seen and instead focus on how a space feels. Air is not about absence, it is about intention. It is the edit, the pause, the negative space that allows everything else to shine.

You dive into how openness in...
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In Elements of Design: Water — The Art of Flow & Reflection, we explore the powerful role water plays in shaping how a space feels, moves, and lives. From the calming rhythm of oceans and lakes to the reflective qualities of glass and polished surfaces, water has an innate ability to bring serenity, softness, and sophistication into design.

We dive into why we are naturally drawn to water, how its movement inf...
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In this first episode of the Elements of Design series, Meghan and Krissa explore Earth as the grounding force behind timeless interiors. What begins as a conversation inspired by Earth Day quickly unfolds into a deeper understanding of how natural elements shape the way we live, feel, and design.

They discuss how Earth shows up in interiors through materials, texture, color, and permanence from layered n...
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Layering is what transforms a space from flat and functional into something rich, inviting, and deeply personal. In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore the art of layering in interior design and why it is essential to creating a home that feels complete.

They break down each layer of a well-designed space, beginning with foundational investments like flooring and key furniture pieces, then building...
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Flowers are more than just a finishing touch. They are an essential layer of how a home feels and functions. In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa sit down with Amanda Barkley to explore floral design as both an art form and a daily ritual.

With a focus on natural, garden inspired arrangements, Amanda shares her philosophy on creating florals that feel organic, intentional, and deeply connected to the home. Th...
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In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa sit down with Suzanne of Laurier Blanc to explore the art of intentional design through the lens of antiques, travel, and thoughtful curation.

Suzanne shares how her passion for antiques began while living abroad and traveling through Europe, where she fell in love with outdoor markets and flea markets that ultimately inspired her business. Today, ...
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March 17, 2026 51 mins
In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund sit down with Houston-based designer Benjamin Johnston to talk about the art of creating homes that feel layered, personal, and timeless. Benjamin shares insights from his design practice, discussing how meaningful client relationships often span decades and how those relationships influence the way spaces evolve alongside families.

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Color used to be everywhere, in architecture, branding, cars, interiors, and even everyday products. But somewhere along the way, our world shifted toward neutral palettes, safe tones, and a sea of beige, gray, and black.

In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund explore the fascinating disappearance of color in our built environment and cultural landscape. From corporate branding to residential...
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In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore what it truly means to design a primary suite that feels luxurious, restorative, and deeply personal. Today’s primary suite goes far beyond a place to sleep—it’s where the day begins and ends, making thoughtful design essential to both beauty and function.

The conversation breaks down how layout, flow, lighting, and material choices work toge...
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February 24, 2026 36 mins
In this episode of Boulevard Beat,  we dive into the ever-misunderstood world of maximalism—what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s so much more than “more stuff.” They break down the defining characteristics of maximalist design, explore the psychology behind why people are drawn to it, and discuss how architecture plays a major role in whether maximalism feels layered and intentional o...
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