In this episode, Laurie Laizure and Nile Johnson from ‘To the Trade’ interview Swedish-American designer Christina Richardson. With over 25 years of experience in construction, international business, and interior design, Christina shares her journey from the mining industry to pursuing her design passion in the U.S. Learn about her Scandinavian approach to functionality, her thoughts on sustainable design, and her dream of designing a boutique hotel. Discover how Christina balances client personalities with aesthetics and her insights on managing international projects. Don’t miss this inspiring episode!
Christina is leading our tour at KBIS 2025 -FULL-
We have an event May 19th at Orrefors-Kosta Boda’s in NYC join the guest list
Time Stamp-
00:00 Introduction and Guest Background
00:55 Journey to the United States
01:48 Cultural Differences and Business in the US
04:09 Scandinavian Design Influence
05:17 Managing International Projects
07:04 Balancing Functionality and Aesthetics
14:39 Trends and Changes in Interior Design
22:40 The Challenge of Sustainable Design
23:53 Understanding Client Needs and Preferences
25:00 Navigating the Creative Process
28:14 Incorporating Scandinavian Design Principles
35:47 The Impact of Social Media on Design
41:50 Future Aspirations and Legacy
