
First Look! đ The Secret Sauce Behind the Worldâs Best Workspaces
Space by Stansons ¡ 2025-07-08 ¡ 6 min
Episode notes
Successful design is an offering thatâs made to every one of our senses - an attempt to create an experience that evokes feeling. In the latest episode of Space by Stansons , host Guy Stanley welcomes Susan Bold , Design Director at Echospace , for an exploration into the fascinating intersection of design, culture and psychology in the interior design space. What Youâll Learn What the psychology of space is and how it shapes user experience How cultural differences add nuance to design approaches The value of maintaining boutique agency culture while scaling for growth How teaching experience transforms leadership approaches in design teams Why successful workplace design requires balancing brand guidelines with holistic space psychology The critical importance of combining technical knowledge with on-site practical experience in interior design How budget considerations and labour costs fundamentally impact design possibilities across different markets As the Design Director at Echospace, Susan Bold brings a wealth of international design expertise from South Africa to London's dynamic interior architecture scene.