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08/22/2026

Looking Forward — Jeremiah Young on the Future of Design

What will define the next generation of great design? For Jeremiah Young, Principal Designer and Owner of Kibler & Kirch ( KIBLER & KIRCH ) the future isn’t about abandoning the past—it’s about understanding what deserves to endure while having the courage to evolve.

With an extraordinary eye for craftsmanship, history, architecture, art, and storytelling, Jeremiah brings a refreshing perspective to the future of interiors. As technology accelerates the creative process and trends move faster than ever, he reminds us of the importance of maintaining something fundamentally human: curiosity, authenticity, individuality, and emotional connection.

For Jeremiah, progress and preservation are not opposing ideas. The opportunity lies in bringing them together—using new tools, perspectives, and possibilities while continuing to value the makers, materials, stories, and sense of place that give design its soul.

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🔗 Discover more about Jeremiah Young and Kibler & Kirch at kiblerandkirch.com

Where Story, Place & Creativity Meet — A Conversation with Jeremiah YoungThe most compelling conversations about design ...
08/21/2026

Where Story, Place & Creativity Meet — A Conversation with Jeremiah Young

The most compelling conversations about design go far beyond aesthetics. They explore why we create, how our experiences shape our perspective, and what transforms a space into a true sense of home.

In this episode of Beyond the Design, Jeremiah Young, Principal Designer and Owner of Kibler & Kirch - KIBLER & KIRCH joins hosts Cray Bauxmont-Flynn and Gunta Sandmeyer | Interiors + more for an engaging conversation about creativity, craftsmanship, history, and the extraordinary power of place.

Jeremiah’s unconventional journey—from studying English Literature and working as a librarian to fashion retail and ultimately leading one of the West’s most respected design firms—has given him a creative perspective entirely his own. His immense talent lies in bringing together architecture, textiles, antiques, art, craftsmanship, and storytelling to create interiors that feel layered, authentic, and deeply connected to the people who inhabit them.

Throughout their conversation, Jeremiah, Cray, and Gunta explore how personal history influences creative vision, why preserving the character of a place matters, and how great design can honor the past without becoming confined by it.

They also discuss the importance of curiosity—continuing to discover, collect, learn, and remain open to unexpected inspiration. For Jeremiah, these influences become part of a larger creative vocabulary, allowing every project to tell a distinctive story while maintaining a powerful sense of belonging.

It’s a conversation about more than beautiful interiors. It’s about creating environments with soul—places where history, individuality, and everyday life can coexist beautifully.

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🔗 Discover more about Jeremiah Young and Kibler & Kirch at kiblerandkirch.com

The Power of Home, Heritage & Reinvention with Jeremiah YoungSometimes the most extraordinary creative journeys aren’t p...
08/18/2026

The Power of Home, Heritage & Reinvention with Jeremiah Young

Sometimes the most extraordinary creative journeys aren’t planned—they unfold through curiosity, resilience, and an instinct for recognizing when opportunity meets purpose.

In this episode of Beyond the Design, hosts Cray Bauxmont-Flynn and Gunta Sandmeyer | Interiors + more welcome Jeremiah Young, Principal Designer and Owner of Kibler & Kirch KIBLER & KIRCH for an inspiring conversation about the meaning of home, preserving history, and building a creative legacy rooted in authenticity.

His path into the profession was anything but conventional. After studying English Literature, working as a librarian, and operating a clothing boutique, Jeremiah continued educating himself in interiors, architecture, textiles, and decorative arts. Then, in 2010, opportunity arrived in an unexpected way. When he learned that the founders of Kibler & Kirch were preparing to retire, Jeremiah acquired the very business he had admired since first walking through its doors as a teenager.

Rather than erase its past, he chose to build upon it.

Under Jeremiah’s leadership, Kibler & Kirch evolved from a respected retail destination into a dynamic full-service design firm, honoring its history while creating sophisticated residential and commercial environments throughout the West. His approach reflects an extraordinary sensitivity to place, provenance, craftsmanship, and storytelling—creating spaces that feel collected over time rather than manufactured in a moment.

From stewarding a 35-year-old design legacy to restoring a historic 1905 Victorian home, Jeremiah’s story demonstrates that great design can be an act of preservation and reinvention at the same time.

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🔗 Discover more about Jeremiah Young and Kibler & Kirch at kiblerandkirch.com

08/17/2026

A Creative Journey Defined by Vision — Celebrating Amy Courtney

The most compelling creative careers are shaped by experience, curiosity, and the courage to develop a voice entirely your own. Amy Courtney’s journey is a remarkable example of how lifelong influences can evolve into an extraordinary and distinctive approach to design.

In this episode of Beyond the Design, host Cray Bauxmont-Flynn Cray Bauxmont-Flynn welcomes Amy for an inspiring conversation exploring her journey from growing up surrounded by art, construction, and craftsmanship to establishing a successful design practice defined by individuality, color, and fearless creativity.

With an interior designer and painter for a mother and a carpenter for a father, Amy understood from an early age that beautiful interiors require both artistic imagination and technical ex*****on. Those formative experiences became the foundation for a career that would eventually take her from Connecticut to New York City, where exposure to more adventurous clients encouraged her to embrace bold palettes, layered patterns, custom details, and a more expressive design vocabulary.

What makes Amy’s work so compelling is her ability to bring all of those influences together. Her interiors are confident yet thoughtful, sophisticated yet personal—balancing creative freedom with an understanding of craftsmanship and how people genuinely live.

Her journey is also one of entrepreneurship: recognizing the kind of creative practice she wanted to build, trusting her instincts, and having the confidence to pursue work with greater intention and authenticity.

✨ Amy, thank you for being a guest on Beyond the Design and for sharing your remarkable journey, extraordinary creativity, and passion for creating spaces filled with individuality and meaning. Your talent, perspective, and openness made for an inspiring conversation, and it was truly a pleasure and honor to have you on the show.

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🔗 Discover more about Amy and her work at amycourtneydesign.com Amy Courtney Design

08/15/2026

Beyond the Aesthetic — Building Trust Through Design

Exceptional interiors begin long before the first fabric is selected or a piece of furniture is placed. They begin with something far more important: trust.

In this insightful episode of Beyond the Design, host Cray Bauxmont-Flynn sits down with the extraordinarily talented Amy Courtney Amy Courtney Design for a compelling conversation about the relationship between designer and client—and why trust is one of the most powerful tools in the creative process.

For Amy, great design begins with listening. Understanding how clients live, what they value, what inspires them, and ultimately how they want their home to feel creates the foundation for a meaningful partnership. When clients feel heard and understood, they gain the confidence to embrace ideas, explore possibilities, and sometimes step beyond their comfort zones.

Together, Amy and Cray discuss how designers build that confidence through communication, transparency, expertise, and consistency. Trust isn’t established in a single presentation—it develops throughout the journey as a designer demonstrates that every recommendation, creative decision, and unexpected solution is rooted in the client’s best interests.

And that trust can unlock extraordinary creativity. When clients give designers the freedom to truly do what they do best, bold ideas can emerge, unexpected combinations can be explored, and a project can evolve into something neither could have imagined independently.

Ultimately, the strongest designer-client relationships are not simply transactional—they are creative collaborations built on mutual respect and a shared vision.

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🔗 Discover more about Amy and her work at amycourtneydesign.com

A Creative Conversation — Amy CourtneyWhat shapes a designer’s creative voice—and how does a lifetime of experiences ult...
08/14/2026

A Creative Conversation — Amy Courtney

What shapes a designer’s creative voice—and how does a lifetime of experiences ultimately influence the spaces they create?

In this engaging episode of Beyond the Design, host Cray Bauxmont-Flynn sits down with the extraordinarily talented Amy Courtney Amy Courtney Design for a thoughtful conversation about creativity, craftsmanship, entrepreneurship, and developing an authentic point of view in the world of interior design.

Amy shares how growing up surrounded by both art and construction gave her a unique foundation. With a mother who was an interior designer and painter and a father who was a carpenter, she learned early that exceptional design exists at the intersection of creative imagination and skilled ex*****on.

Together, Amy and Cray explore her evolution as a designer—from her formative years in Connecticut to discovering greater creative freedom in New York City, where bold color, pattern, custom furnishings, and individuality helped Amy further define her distinctive aesthetic.

Their conversation also goes beyond beautiful interiors. They discuss the courage required to build your own creative practice, the importance of knowing what you stand for, and why designers must ultimately trust their instincts rather than allowing trends or expectations to dictate their work.

Amy’s journey is a reminder that our strongest creative voices are often built over time—through experience, curiosity, experimentation, and the confidence to see things differently.

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🔗 Discover more about Amy and her work at amycourtneydesign.com

Where Craftsmanship Meets Creativity with Amy CourtneySome designers discover their calling. Others are born into it. In...
08/11/2026

Where Craftsmanship Meets Creativity with Amy Courtney

Some designers discover their calling. Others are born into it. In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Design, host Cray Bauxmont-Flynn welcomes Amy Courtney for a captivating conversation about a lifelong journey shaped by construction, artistry, and an unwavering passion for creating expressive interiors.

Growing up in New Rochelle, New York, Amy was immersed in the world of design from an early age. With a mother who was both an interior designer and painter, and a father who was a skilled carpenter, creativity and craftsmanship became part of her everyday life. From walking active job sites and attending client meetings to exploring fabric showrooms, Amy developed a deep appreciation for how thoughtful design is built—from the foundation to the final finishing touch.

Her creative journey continued from Connecticut to New York City, where she embraced a more fearless and expressive design language. Surrounded by clients eager to explore bold color, layered textures, and custom details, Amy refined a design philosophy that celebrates individuality, personality, and the belief that every home should tell a unique story.

Throughout her engaging conversation with Cray, Amy shares how her childhood experiences, professional evolution, and entrepreneurial spirit inspired her to build a studio centered on intentional design rather than trends or production quotas. Her work beautifully balances technical precision with artistic expression, creating interiors that are vibrant, timeless, and deeply personal.

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🔗 To learn more about Amy Courtney and her work, visit https://amycourtneydesign.com/ Amy Courtney Design

08/10/2026

Celebrating Extraordinary Creativity — Featuring Noz Nozawa

The most influential designers don’t simply create beautiful interiors—they challenge the way we think about how we live. Noz Nozawa is one of those rare creative talents whose fearless imagination, artistic vision, and unmistakable design voice continue to redefine contemporary interior design.

In this inspiring episode of Beyond the Design, host Cray Bauxmont-Flynn and Gunta Sandmeyer | Interiors + more welcome Noz for a captivating conversation exploring the remarkable journey, immense creativity, and bold perspective that have made her one of the industry’s most exciting and respected designers.

Known for her masterful use of color, texture, art, and unexpected combinations, Noz creates interiors that are vibrant, deeply personal, and emotionally engaging. Her extraordinary talent lies in designing spaces that celebrate individuality while remaining sophisticated, timeless, and remarkably livable. Every project reflects her belief that great design should inspire joy, encourage authenticity, and enrich the everyday lives of the people who call a space home.

Noz’s remarkable creativity, fearless innovation, and commitment to authentic design continue to inspire the next generation of designers while demonstrating that the greatest luxury is creating spaces that feel deeply personal and unmistakably your own.

✨ Noz, thank you for being a guest on Beyond the Design. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary talent, remarkable creativity, and inspiring journey with our audience. Your passion for thoughtful, human-centered design and your fearless creative spirit made this an unforgettable conversation. It was truly a privilege and an honor to have you on the show.

This episode is proudly presented in partnership with the High Point Market Authority’s Diversity Advocacy Alliance, celebrating diverse voices, perspectives, and creative leadership that continue to shape the future of design.

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