As we begin a new year, we’re choosing a different approach one rooted in clarity, purpose, and ease. In Designing a Life with Intention: Setting the Tone for the Year Ahead, we explore why intentions are often more powerful than resolutions, and how they allow us to move forward with flexibility rather than pressure.

This episode is a thoughtful conversation about slowing down and becoming more intentional with how we live, work, and design our lives. Instead of chasing perfection or rigid goals, we focus on defining how we want to feel in the year ahead and allowing those feelings to guide our choices, rhythms, and environments.

From personal habits and creative energy to the spaces we call home, we discuss how intention can serve as a framework for everyday decisions, helping us stay grounded, present, and aligned as the year unfolds. This episode invites listeners to set the tone for the year in a way that feels sustainable, meaningful, and deeply personal.

Street Style Takeaways

1. Intentions focus on direction, not perfection
Resolutions are often outcome-based and rigid. Intentions allow room for progress, setbacks, and real life—while still keeping you aligned with what matters most.

2. How you want to feel matters more than what you want to achieve
Instead of asking “What do I want to accomplish?” we ask, “How do I want to live, move, and feel this year?” Ease, creativity, presence, joy, calm—these become guiding principles.

3. Intentions can evolve—and that’s a good thing
Life shifts, seasons change, and priorities adjust. Intentions are meant to move with you, not box you in.

4. Your home should support your intentions
Whether it’s creating more calm, carving out creative space, or simplifying routines, your environment plays a huge role in how well you live out your intentions day to day.

5. Small, consistent choices matter more than big declarations
Intentions show up in everyday moments—how you start your morning, how you design your space, how you protect your time.


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In this special final episode of the year, Dream House: What Truly Makes a Home a Dream, Meghan and Krissa dive into the joy and intention behind creating a home that feels both beautiful and deeply personal. The conversation explores the pieces, features, and thoughtful touches that elevate everyday living — from meaningful collections to well-made furnishings that stand the test of time.

They discuss why a dream house isn’t about perfection or trends but about surrounding yourself with items you love, displays that tell your story, and spaces that invite ease, creativity, and connection. This episode closes out the year with warmth, reflection, and a clear reminder that the most “dreamy” homes are built with heart.

Street Style Takeaways:

1. A Dream Home Reflects You
The most beautiful houses tell a personal story — through art, books, collections, and the moments they showcase.
2. Quality Over Quantity
Investing in well-crafted furnishings enhances comfort, longevity, and daily enjoyment.
3. Function Matters
A dream house isn’t just pretty — it works for your lifestyle. Thoughtful storage and practical furniture can be both functional and soulful.
4. Ease Is the New Luxury
A home designed for smooth daily living (and a little breathing room) creates space for creativity, family, and rest.
5. It’s the Layering That Makes It Dreamy
Thoughtful layers — textiles, heirlooms, lighting, textures — bring warmth and personality that no trend can replicate.
6. Gratitude for Home + Year-End Reflection
This episode celebrates the joy of home and the meaningful conversations shared throughout the year on Boulevard Beat.

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In this festive, feel-good episode of Boulevard Beat, Krissa, Liz, and Meghan dive into the unforgettable interiors that have defined TV, film, and pop culture. From the iconic Chicago charm of the Home Alone house to the whimsy of Practical Magic, the timeless Manhattan apartments of Sex and the City, and the cozy perfection of The Holiday, the trio explores how on-screen spaces shape the way we dream about, design, and live in our own homes.

They also unpack the subtle design storytelling behind shows like Gossip Girl, I Love Lucy, and The Cosby Show, and revisit beloved Nancy Meyers classics that continue to influence modern interiors decades later. It’s a nostalgic, design-nerd-approved conversation celebrating the way pop culture makes interiors memorable, magical, and deeply personal.

Street Style Takeaways: 

• Iconic design lasts decades
  Homes like the Home Alone house or Amanda’s LA home in The Holiday remain relevant because they balance warmth, intention, and classic style.
  
• Design in pop culture reflects personality
  From Carrie Bradshaw’s lived-in charm to Samantha’s bold urban glam, interiors often act as character development tools as much as wardrobe does.
• Nancy Meyers perfected the “comfort-set aesthetic”
  Her homes — Hamptons coastal in Something’s Gotta Give or the split-world cottages in The Holiday — continue to shape what people crave: light, symmetry, softness, and soul.
• Art plays a starring role
  Shows like Gossip Girl and The Cosby Show used real, notable artists and pieces, making collecting and appreciating art feel accessible and aspirational.
• Pop culture sparks real-life design trends
  Whether it’s English cottage romanticism, Manhattan opulence, or classic Americana, these visual stories influence how people want to live today — cozy, collected, and character-rich.

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In this festive episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa unwrap their favorite things to give and get this holiday season. From design-forward treasures to chic wardrobe staples and thoughtful local finds, this curated guide is all about elevating the art of gifting. Whether you’re shopping for the entertainer, the style lover, the homebody, or the hard-to-buy-for, we share pieces that feel personal, intentional, and joyful. Plus, we talk about why supporting local makers and small businesses adds meaning to every gift.

Grab your list, pour a cozy drink, and get ready to discover the precious present of giving well.

Street Style Takeaways:

1. Thoughtful > Trendy:
   Gifts that reflect personal style or home life will always feel more meaningful than a last-minute impulse buy.
2. Support Local When You Can:
   Shopping from local boutiques, artists, and makers brings soul to your gift list — and supports your community in the process.
3. Quality Shows:
   Investing in well-made pieces (even small ones) elevates a gift from ordinary to lasting.
4. Gifts Should Tell a Story:
   A little note about why you chose something makes the moment feel even more special.
5. Curate With Intention:
   Think in categories — décor, entertaining, self-care, fashion, and home essentials — to build a well-rounded, stress-free gift list.

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In this Thanksgiving-week episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore Thanksgiving-Ready Kitchens: How to Design a Space That Works for Real Life. As families gather and the heart of the home comes alive, they break down what today’s kitchens truly need to function beautifully—during the holidays and every day. From the rise of back kitchens to smarter storage solutions, mindful materials, and the evolution of the kitchen island, this conversation dives into how thoughtful design supports the way people actually cook, gather, and live. It’s a warm, practical, and inspiring look at designing a kitchen that can gracefully handle both the chaos of Thanksgiving prep and the rhythm of daily life.
 Street Style Takeaways:

1. The Kitchen Is More Than a Workspace—It’s a Lifestyle Hub
   It's where families gather, guests linger, and life happens. Today’s kitchens must reflect how people truly use them.
2. Back Kitchens & Work Pantries Are Game-Changers
   These secondary spaces keep clutter, appliances, and mess tucked away—making the main kitchen cleaner, calmer, and more beautiful.
3. Material Choices Matter (Especially for Heavy Use)
   Marble, wood, metal—each brings character, but durability and practicality must guide selections, especially around sinks, ranges, and clean-up zones.
4. Islands Have Become Furniture Pieces
   They aren’t just blocks of cabinetry anymore. Islands now have decorative legs, curated materials, and seating moments that blend form and function.
5. Smart Storage Makes Holiday Cooking (and Every Day) Easier
   Thoughtful solutions like coffee stations, baking zones, dedicated drawers, and organized pantries support habits and simplify daily routines.

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In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa sit down with acclaimed interior and architectural photographer Kerry Kirk, whose thoughtful eye and signature lighting style have made her a favorite among top designers and national publications. Kerry shares the story of the street where she grew up, the path that led her into the creative world, and what it truly takes to build a photography business from the ground up.

Together, the three dive into the artistry behind photographing interiors — from the preparation required before a shoot begins to keeping a fresh perspective when homes often share similar layouts. Kerry opens up about navigating client expectations, how her travels have expanded her creativity, and the destinations still sitting on her photography wish list.

The conversation also explores social media’s impact on creative careers, the importance of high-quality imagery, and which current photography trends might be ready to retire. Kerry also shares how her passion for vintage and antique wares blossomed into a meaningful creative outlet through her work at Round Top.

Street Style Takeaways: 

1. Building a creative career takes courage and connection. Kerry’s early client growth came from showing up, staying persistent, and embracing opportunities before perfection set in.
2. Great photography begins long before the camera. Preparation, communication, and visual planning are essential for capturing interiors that feel intentional and alive.
3. A fresh eye is a practiced skill. Even familiar layouts become unique when approached with curiosity and storytelling in mind.
4. Travel expands your creative vocabulary. Kerry’s experiences around the world influence her perspective, shaping her sense of color, light, and composition.
5. Social media is a visual calling card. Thoughtful, well-lit imagery — even on an iPhone — builds trust and elevates a creative brand.
6. Trends fade, but authenticity remains. Kerry shares which trends feel overplayed and why staying true to your own aesthetic matters most.
7. Creativity thrives in multiple outlets. Her passion for vintage and antiques through Round Top brings dimension and inspiration back into her photography

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In this cozy seasonal episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore the power, psychology, and design strategy behind beautiful lighting. As we move into shorter days and longer nights, the conversation shifts from natural sunshine to intentionally curated artificial light — and how lighting can dramatically shift the mood, depth, and warmth in a home. From understanding ambient vs task vs accent lighting, to the return of beautiful decorative lampshades, to the rise of cordless lighting, dimmers, candles, and the emotional resonance of the hearth — this episode breaks down how to make light feel layered, human, and luxurious. Lighting isn’t an accessory… it’s a feeling. And winter is where it matters most.

Takeaways:

• Natural light sets emotional tone — but winter is where intentional artificial lighting becomes design’s secret weapon.
• Layering lighting (ambient, task, accent) creates depth and mood — overhead lighting alone is rarely flattering.
• Lampshades shape the quality of light — pleated and patterned shades are having a moment for a reason.
• Cordless lighting gives designers freedom — light placement is no longer limited to outlets.
• Dimmers are the most powerful small investment you can make — they allow lighting to mirror natural rhythms.
• Candlelight + firelight produce a primal feeling of comfort and romance — use them deliberately this season.

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In this High Point Market recap episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa dive deep into the trend that quietly defined this season — texture. From nubby weaves to carved stone to leather-wrapped details, this Market proved that homes today are being shaped just as much by how things feel as how they look. We talk about the shift toward tactile comfort, warm materials, craftsmanship, and the way layering texture allows interiors to feel modern and soulful at the same time. It’s the trend that makes the room feel lived in, classic, collected — and it’s a direction that aligns so naturally with how we design. 

Street Style Takeaways:

1. Texture is the New Pattern
   Clients are craving depth and warmth — nubby wools, soft boucle, woven leathers, raffia, grasscloth — it’s what makes spaces feel emotionally alive.
2. Craftsmanship is Driving Trend
   Hand-finished materials, artisanal hardware, and tactile detail are becoming the new form of quiet luxury.
3. Color is Warmer When Texture Leads
   Earthy neutrals and rich browns feel richer and more dimensional when layered in natural materials.
4. Comfort is High Style
   From sculptural seating to matte stone, tactile surfaces make rooms feel both relaxed and elevated.
5. Timelessness Comes From Materiality
   If you invest in texture over trend — a room stays classic longer.

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In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa open the floor to listener questions — diving into real-life design dilemmas from couples and clients with competing styles. From masculine and feminine balance to the surprising color choices clients make, the duo shares how design becomes both creative expression and relationship therapy. Meghan talks through her approach to honoring both partners’ visions, creating harmony through listening, compromise, and thoughtful design solutions. Krissa brings her editorial perspective, noting how individuality within a home can create some of the most compelling and personal spaces.

It’s a conversation about authenticity, collaboration, and the art of making every room reflect the people who live in it.

Street Style Takeaways:

1. Listen first. Every great design begins by understanding each client’s non-negotiables.
2. Find the common thread. Shared values—comfort, elegance, color—can bridge very different tastes.
3. Mix the unexpected. Pair feminine patterns with masculine tones for a sophisticated balance.
4. Celebrate individuality. Every person deserves a space that feels personal and restorative.
5. Design is diplomacy. The best rooms find peace between perspectives—and that’s where the magic happens.

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This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan, Krissa, and Liz explore the charm and staying power of design books — those treasured collections that shape how we see and share beauty. The hosts trade favorite finds and talk about why books remain such an essential part of design culture.

Liz takes listeners inside her journey of creating her upcoming book Art for Everyone sharing how the idea came to life, what she’s learned through the process, and how she hopes readers will connect to it. Together, the hosts discuss how books serve as both inspiration and legacy, offering a deeper way to experience design in an increasingly digital world.

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Street Style Takeaways:

·  Books are timeless design tools.
Design books aren’t just beautiful to look at — they’re resources that shape perspective, spark ideas, and remind us of the artistry behind every space.

·  Print gives permanence.
In a digital world, there’s something grounding about holding a book. It’s a creative legacy that lasts far beyond a post or a scroll.

·  Storytelling is part of great design.
Whether you’re designing a home or writing a book, the magic is in the story — what it says about who you are and what inspires you.

·  Creating a book takes both heart and hustle.
Liz’s journey with Art for Everyone shows that a design book is as much about discipline and collaboration as it is about creativity.

·  Curate what you love.
Fill your shelves with books that move you — the ones that reflect your style, broaden your imagination, and remind you why good design matters.

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