Featured on I Hear Design: How Rice Fergus Miller Creates Culturally Rooted Hospitality Spaces
I'm honored to share that my recent conversation with Jennifer Fleming, Principal and Interior Designer at Rice Fergus Miller, has been featured on I Hear Design, the podcast from Interiors & Sources. The episode is part of their "In Case You Missed It" series, which highlights notable articles and conversations shaping the future of design.
In this episode, Jennifer shares how Rice Fergus Miller approaches hospitality design through listening, collaboration, and a deep respect for the communities they serve. Rather than applying a predetermined aesthetic, their team works alongside tribal nations, local artists, and community leaders to create spaces that reflect authentic cultural identity and a true sense of place.
Our discussion explores the role of storytelling in the built environment, the importance of meaningful partnerships between designers and manufacturers, and why the most memorable hospitality experiences are often the ones most deeply rooted in local culture. From the Jamestown S'Klallam Healing Clinic to the 7 Cedars Hotel, the projects discussed demonstrate how design can honor heritage while creating spaces that foster connection and belonging.
If you're passionate about hospitality design, tribal gaming, cultural storytelling, or creating spaces that truly reflect the people they serve, I hope you'll take a few minutes to listen to the episode. It's a thoughtful conversation about authenticity, collaboration, and the power of design to strengthen community.
Read the full interview here: https://www.iands.design/people-and-projects/hospitality/article/55299829/how-rice-fergus-miller-creates-culturally-rooted-hospitality-spaces
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