Curated Spaces

Ever wondered what it takes to bring a hotel from concept to reality?

In this snapshot episode, Molly sits down with Sarah Wakefield, Creative Director at JOLIE, the interior design studio with a unique sensory approach to crafting timeless interiors.

With a project currently underway in the Cotswolds, tune in to hear all about how Sarah brings hotels to life by focusing on real, emotionally-driven experiences that ignite all 5 senses.

You can find JOLIE here / https://www.joliestudio.co.uk/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/joliestudioltd/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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"Oh how I long to run away from normal days, I want to run wild with my imagination"

Home to a secret garden said to have inspired Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, Cowley Manor is quite simply a magical, almost whimsical reinterpretation of the English country house.

Following a takeover by the brilliant Experimental Group, this sprawling estate has been brought firmly into the modern age with bold interiors that are all about celebrating eccentricity with a big old dollop of joy. Here to tell Molly all about it is Xavier Padovani who joined the group in 2010 and has brought spaces to life around Europe and NYC.

Join Molly and Xavier as they talk about creating a space for locals and tourists alike to wander the extensive grounds, laze away the days in the (rather spectacular spa) or dive into a long evening of feasting.

You can find Cowley Manor here / https://www.cowleymanorexperimental.com/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/cowleymanor/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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It's official, wellness has been hijacked.

From green smoothies and HIIT to endless gym leggings, the fads keep on coming. But one botanical fragrance brand is here to bring us all back to what really matters, quality time to ground us and reconnect us to the great outdoors.

Join Molly as she sits down with Ellea Whamond who heads up 100 Acres to talk about the grounding power of scent and creating beautiful botanical products that transport people back to nature.

You can find 100 Acres here / https://100acres.co.uk/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/100_acres/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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Sometimes you just can’t beat a classic. And having recently celebrated its twentieth anniversary, Whatley Manor has long been a pillar of the Cotswold hospitality scene.

Venture down the tree lined meandering drive and you’ll stumble upon a cluster of ivy-clad buildings, manicured lawns and sun drenched terraces for soaking in long summer evenings. The food is refined and comforting, served with old school finesse while the hotel has cemented its sustainability credentials in everything from its spa to its kitchens.

And here to tell Molly all about it is Michele Melle, who has spent the past 20 years working in hotels including Claridge's and Barnsley House and recently took over the helm as Whatley Manor's General Manager.

You can find Whatley Manor here / https://www.whatleymanor.com/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/whatleymanor/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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Ever wondered what it takes to bring a festival to life?

From creating a pop-up city out of fields to dealing with the Great British weather, Ella Nosworthy is here to share the inside scoop on what goes on behind the scenes to pull off a festival sensation.

Every year, her family farm hosts Nozstock, The Hidden Valley which welcomes nearly 10,000 music lovers and festival goers in what feels rather like an epic private party. Join Molly and Ella as they chat about the festival's origins as a passion project and how it has grown over the years into Hereford's number one festival.

You can find Nozstock here / https://www.instagram.com/nozstock/

And follow them here / https://nozstock.com/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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What an absolute pleasure to welcome back the one and only Jacu Strauss, the Lore Group's Creative Director who has brought some of the world's best hotels.

In this episode he's sitting down with Molly to talk all about embarking on his first hotel project 13 years ago, the iconic Sea Containers with 14 floors of luxury bedrooms, restaurants, rooftop bars and even a spa and screening room. Ten years since its launch, this hotel is a firm favourite for its award winning cocktails, tactile sculpture collection and simply unbeatable views of the river and city.

You can find Sea Containers here / https://www.seacontainerslondon.com/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/seacontainersldn/

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Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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Ever wanted a sneak peak behind the curtain's of the world's most exclusive members clubs?

Well, with ONDA, you can. This digital pass unlocks the doors to some of the planet's most coveted clubs as well as a global community of creators and nomads.

In this snapshot episode, Molly sits down with founder Luca del Bono to talk all about bringing this next gen members club to life and what the future looks like for clubs around the city.

You can find ONDA here / https://www.ondalife.com/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/onda_life/

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Youtube / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSPidWwH8vkNOPhHB7vcuQYou can find Elicyon here / https://www.elicyon.com/

Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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When The Bull & Last temporarily closed its doors in 2018 for a refurb, little did founders Ollie Pudney and Joe Swiers know that they would find themselves re-opening in a post Covid world.

The pub's story is one that spans over 300 years from the days when it was the last coaching inn out of London and most recently lockdown takeaway pints and walking packs to enjoy around Hampstead Heath. Today the space is back to full glory with seven snug as can be bedrooms carved into the eves and an impressive array of taxidermy lining its walls.

Tune in to hear Joe and Ollie telling Molly all about the journey of bringing The Bull and Last to life as well as what lays ahead for this neighbourhood gem.

You can find The Bull & Last here / https://thebullandlast.co.uk/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/thebullandlast/

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Youtube / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSPidWwH8vkNOPhHB7vcuQYou can find Elicyon here / https://www.elicyon.com/

Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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It's been a rough few years for Britain's high streets. First came online shopping, then came Covid and the cost of living crisis. But for eight years now, The Pop Up Club has been breathing new life into empty shops around the country.

In this episode, Molly sits down with founder Tillie Peel to hear all about her mission to connect artists, makers and small businesses with sustainability at their core with affordable pop up spaces in high footfall locations. To date they've helped hundreds of businesses to generate over £1.5m in sales with some of their brands going on to be stocked in the likes of Anthropology, Oliver Bonas and Selfridges.

And for anyone who has got featuring in one of The Pop Up Club's shops on their vision board this year, tune in to hear exactly what Tillie looks for in the brands they partner with and how to get yours shop ready.

You can find The Pop Up Club here / https://popupclub.co/

And follow them here / https://www.instagram.com/thepopupclub_/

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Youtube / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSPidWwH8vkNOPhHB7vcuQYou can find Elicyon here / https://www.elicyon.com/

Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

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Today's conversation has a distinctly Gallic flavour as Molly sits down with Tomé Morrissy-Swan to chat about how French cuisine found its cool again.

In a world of small plate dining, the humble bistro has been increasingly sidelined in recent years but over the past couple of years, a Londoners have fallen back in love with the cosy intimacy and rich flavours of our neighbours table.

Tune in to hear about what's driving this renaissance as well as Tomé's top picks for enjoying some French delights around the city.

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Youtube / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXSPidWwH8vkNOPhHB7vcuQYou can find Elicyon here / https://www.elicyon.com/

Curated Spaces is the podcast on a mission to reignite real world connection.

What started as a project to share the stories behind spaces has snowballed into something a little bit bigger.

From founders sharing their stories of burnout and loneliness to the spaces leading the charge in rewilding and sustainable food production, Curated Spaces is about living life in full colour and connecting deeply with the spaces and faces around us.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.