Out of Africa with Bruce MacDonald

The Art of Outdoor Living: Layering for Summer

In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa explore the art of outdoor living and why layering matters just as much outside as it does indoors. From creating a strong foundation with furniture and textiles to adding comfort through performance fabrics, lighting, scent, and landscaping, this conversation dives into how thoughtful outdoor spaces can become true extensions of the home. The episode also explores entertaining outdoors, designing around pools and lake living, and creating environments that feel welcoming, relaxed, and beautifully collected all summer long. Street Style Takeaways: • Outdoor spaces feel most inviting when they are layered with texture, color, lighting, and comfort just like interiors. • Performance materials have transformed outdoor living, allowing spaces to feel luxurious while still being durable and functional. • Landscaping should be treated as part of the design plan, not an afterthought. Repetition, scale, and containers create cohesion outdoors. • Outdoor entertaining is about creating experiences through tabletop details, lighting, sound, and gathering spaces. • Summer spaces should encourage people to slow down, connect, and enjoy the beauty of seasonal living. Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ [http://www.houseofblum.com/] with promo code beat15! Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠ [https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15]! Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/]  Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/] Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/]  Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/]  Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ [https://www.blvdbeat.com/about]

Creativity in Your Hands: A Conversation with Reese Emry

This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund welcome Reese Emry for an inspiring conversation in Creativity in Your Hands. Together, they explore the beauty of handmade living, creative entrepreneurship, and the emotional connection we form with thoughtfully crafted pieces in our homes. Reese shares her creative journey from paper flowers and styling to building a pottery business rooted in artistry, storytelling, and intentional living. The conversation dives into why handmade objects resonate so deeply, how creativity evolves through different seasons of life, and the importance of embracing imperfection in both art and home design. This episode is a thoughtful reminder that the most memorable spaces are often the ones layered with meaning, craftsmanship, and personal story. Street Style Takeaways: • Handmade pieces bring authenticity and soul into a home • Creativity often unfolds through unexpected paths and pivots • Imperfection creates warmth and personality in design • Natural materials and artisan craftsmanship help spaces feel grounded • Homes become more meaningful when filled with pieces connected to story and memory Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ [http://www.houseofblum.com/] with promo code beat15! Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠ [https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15]! Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/]  Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/] Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/]  Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/]  Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ [https://www.blvdbeat.com/about]

Out of Africa with Bruce MacDonald

This week on Boulevard Beat, Meghan and Krissa welcome Bruce MacDonald of Bruce Andrews Design [https://www.bruceandrewsdesign.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com] for a conversation inspired by travel, craftsmanship, and the beauty of globally influenced interiors. In this episode, Bruce reflects on the impact Africa and international travel have had on his creative perspective, shaping the textures, materials, palettes, and stories behind his work. The discussion explores how collected interiors create depth and authenticity, and why homes feel most meaningful when they reflect personal experiences and artistry. Bruce also shares insights into bespoke furniture, artisan craftsmanship, and the growing appreciation for quality pieces made with intention. From layered textures and natural materials to the emotional power of handcrafted design, this episode is a thoughtful exploration of creating spaces that feel timeless, soulful, and deeply lived in. Street Style Takeaways: • Travel is one of the greatest sources of design inspiration and storytelling. • Collected interiors feel richer, warmer, and more personal than perfectly matched spaces. • Craftsmanship and handmade details bring authenticity into a home. • Natural textures and layered materials create depth and timelessness. • The most memorable interiors reflect the experiences and personality of the people living there. Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ [http://www.houseofblum.com/] with promo code beat15! Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠ [https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15]! Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/]  Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/] Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/]  Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/]  Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ [https://www.blvdbeat.com/about]

High Point Spring Market Revealed 2026

In High Point Spring Market Revealed 2026, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund take listeners inside the conversations, showrooms, and standout moments from this season’s High Point Market. From the resurgence of traditional design to the nuanced evolution of color, pattern, and scale, this episode unpacks what designers are actually noticing and talking about on the ground. The conversation explores a clear shift toward warmth, intimacy, and layered living. Think rich, moody palettes, smaller-scale patterns, and a return to detail driven upholstery. Meghan and Krissa also highlight the growing importance of personality in design, where rooms feel curated rather than styled, and comfort meets sophistication in a more intentional way. They discuss the rise of cozy gathering spaces, the unexpected popularity of game tables, and how classic elements like florals and plaids are being reinterpreted for today. This episode is both a trend report and a deeper reflection on where design is heading next and how to translate these ideas into real homes. Street Style Takeaways: 1. Traditional is Leading Again Classic design is not just back, it is evolving. It feels richer, more layered, and more personal than before. 2. Color is Deepening We are moving beyond light neutrals into burgundy, maroon, and saturated tones that create mood and depth. 3. Pattern is Getting Smarter Smaller-scale prints, florals, and plaids are being layered thoughtfully for a collected, timeless look. 4. Detail Matters More Than Ever Welts, trims, tufting, and skirted upholstery are bringing craftsmanship back into focus. 5. Rooms Are Becoming More Intimate Design is shifting toward cozy, purposeful spaces made for gathering, conversation, and connection. 6. Play is Back in Design Game tables and casual entertaining moments are reappearing in fresh, colorful, and elevated ways. Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ [http://www.houseofblum.com/] with promo code beat15! Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠ [https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15]! Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/]  Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/] Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/]  Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/]  Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ [https://www.blvdbeat.com/about]

Tropical Living: Designing a Home That Feels Like a Getaway

What if your home could feel like a permanent vacation? In this episode of Boulevard Beat, Meghan Blum and Krissa Rossbund explore the essence of tropical living and how it translates into timeless, elevated interiors. This is not about themed spaces or clichés. It is about capturing a feeling. Airy, layered, relaxed, and deeply connected to nature. From destination inspired influences like the Caribbean, Hawaii, and Southeast Asia, to the foundational elements of materials, color, and furniture, this conversation breaks down what truly defines tropical design today. They discuss how natural materials like rattan, teak, linen, and seagrass create depth while maintaining lightness, how color palettes rooted in sand, palm, and sea bring a sense of calm energy, and why indoor outdoor living is essential to the lifestyle. The episode also explores how to bring the outdoors in through botanical motifs, woven textures, and collected details, while engaging all the senses from scent to sound. This is tropical design redefined. Sophisticated, livable, and rooted in ease. Street Style Takeaways: • Tropical design is about a feeling, not a theme It should feel effortless, layered, and connected to nature rather than overly literal • Natural materials are everything Rattan, teak, linen, and woven textures create depth while keeping spaces breathable • A successful palette balances energy and calm Think crisp whites, sandy neutrals, palm greens, and sun washed brights • Indoor outdoor living is not optional The best tropical homes blur the line between inside and out • Movement matters From breezy textiles to curved silhouettes, spaces should feel fluid and relaxed • Engage all the senses Scent, sound, texture, and light all play a role in creating a true escape Save 15% site wide at ⁠www.houseofblum.com⁠ [http://www.houseofblum.com/] with promo code beat15! Or you can use this link- ⁠https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15⁠ [https://houseofblum.com/discount/beat15]! Connect with the Hosts ⁠https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/boulevardbeatpodcast/]  Connect with Meghan Blum Interiors ⁠https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/meghanbluminteriors/] Connect with House of Blum ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/shophouseofblum/]  Connect with Krissa Rossbund. ⁠https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/krissa_rossbund/]  Episode Website ⁠https://www.blvdbeat.com/about⁠ [https://www.blvdbeat.com/about]