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Can a room tell a story?

In this episode of Forward_Moves, hosts Lina Nahhas and Raja Haddad sit down with Meshary Al Nassar—renowned Interior Architect & Cultural Storyteller—to explore how space, memory, and identity intertwine.

From rearranging furniture at age 12 to leading his own interior design studio, Meshary opens up about his career and personal journey.

📍 Highlights include:
 – Designing for emotion, not prestige
 – Reclaiming Arab identity through storytelling
 – Turning rejection into motivation
 – Why every object holds meaning
 – The beauty of grief, stillness, and slowing down

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction 

01:42 Meet the Guest: Meshary Al Nassar

03:58 Meshary's Early Inspirations and Family Influence

04:45 Discovering Interior Design

06:59 The Art of Spatial Design

09:46 Creating Inclusive and Welcoming Spaces

13:27 Passion Projects and Personal Identity

24:09 The Importance of Vulnerability and Authenticity

26:43 Exploring Emotional Intimacy

27:21 Tools for Decompression

29:12 Overcoming Personal Challenges

32:57 Facing Rejection and Finding Motivation

37:52 The Journey to Acceptance and Connection

39:47 Future Aspirations and Legacy

46:06 The Fantasy of Disappearing

48:02 Final Thoughts

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