Once Upon a Design is a podcast dedicated to the stories behind the artisans, craftspeople and creative visionaries in the interior design world. We go deeper than just telling you about beautiful design: we dive into the lives, processes, and inspiration behind not only the designers and architects, but the talented people who help make their vision a reality- the artisans and craftspeople, the workrooms, the printers, the builders and the makers. These are the hands that actually take a space from concept to reality, and we feel they deserve to be known.
Once Upon A Design
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Podcast Overview
Once Upon a Design is a podcast dedicated to the stories behind the artisans, craftspeople and creative visionaries in the interior design world. We go deeper than just telling you about beautiful design: we dive into the lives, processes, and inspiration behind not only the designers and architects, but the talented people who help make their vision a reality- the artisans and craftspeople, the workrooms, the printers, the builders and the makers. These are the hands that actually take a space from concept to reality, and we feel they deserve to be known.
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July 8, 2026
Episode 8: Learning to be Good by Being Bad with Ben Little of Benjamin Paul Studio
<p>In this episode we sit down with Ben Little, the founder and owner of Benjamin Paul Studio, high end furniture, millwork and metalworking studio here in Charleston. BPS is known for their problem solving skills, willingness to try just about anything, and their ability to find the perfect balance between practicality and beauty. Today we will get into how Ben honed his craft by old fashioned trial and error, how managing people is the hardest part of his business, and why learning to be good at being bad has been his key to his success. This is his story….</p>
June 24, 2026
Episode 7: Home: with Architect Stan Dixon
<p>On this episode, we cross over into the realm of architecture with the very talented Atlanta-based architect Stan Dixon. Stan's work has such depth of range that it simply cannot be put in a box. Each of his projects is thoroughly versed in the elements of classicism, while being infused with beautifully unexpected <span class="gmail_default">details.</span> He has a beautiful book called <span class="gmail_default">Home,</span> and has won countless awards including Southe<span class= "gmail_default">astern</span> Architect of the Year, The Phillip Trammell Schutz Award, <span class="gmail_default">The Addison Minzer Award,</span> <span class="gmail_default">the ICAA Acanthus Award, and the Schuler Award</span> among others. In this episode, we get a glimpse into the way his Southern roots influenced his aesthetic, how he goes above and beyond to create a narrative with his clients, and his ability to work with so many collaborators, all while leaving ego at the door<span class= "gmail_default">.</span> This is his story…</p>
June 10, 2026
Episode 6: New English Style with Mary Graham + Nicole Salveson
<p>Mary Graham and Nicole Salvesen have a wonderful partnership, in which they have built an impressive design portfolio with projects all over the world. On top of that, they have created a beautiful collection of textiles, wall coverings, furniture and rugs, all while publishing their first book- A New English Style. Last month, they made an encore appearance on the House and Garden 101 List, and they have the honor of being one of the selected designers featured in this year's WOW! House currently on display in London. These are busy ladies, but we are delighted they were able to join us on the podcast to tell us about how they manage the elusive work/life balance, what English style means to them, and the surprisingly emotional process of publishing a book. Here is their story</p>
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