Welcome to the first episode of How We Live — Food, Design and Wellbeing. We created this series because we believe food and design are more than aesthetic choices — they are tools for living better. Not just physically, but mentally too. In this debut episode, we're joined in the kitchen by Anna Campbell-Jones — interior designer and mental health advocate — and Jude Deacons from SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health), to talk about one of the most pressing conversations of our time: how can the spaces we inhabit and the food we eat support our mental health? We talk about the Nook — SAMH's brand new walk-in mental health hub on Winslow Street, Glasgow, designed by Anna — and how over 2,000 people have already walked through its doors. No referral, no barriers, just a safe and welcoming space to talk. While our chef Darren Morton cooks a barley orzotto (not a risotto — he was very clear about that), we cover: 🏡 How intentional design can make someone feel safe before they've said a word 🥣 Why what we eat has a direct impact on our mood and mental health 🌿 The gut-brain connection and the power of fermented foods 🌍 Eating locally, seasonally and sustainably — and why it matters for your wellbeing 🐦 Ocean plastic swallows and the link between environmental and mental health 🍯 Comfort food — and why it's really never just about the food 🔔 Subscribe so you don't miss the next episode. 📍 Visit the SAMH Nook: samh.org.uk 🐦 Ocean Kitchen Scotland: luckyswallows.com 🏠 Anna Campbell-Jones: annacampbelljones.com #HowWeLive #FoodDesign #Wellbeing #MentalHealth #SAMH #InteriorDesign #FoodAndMind #Glasgow

In this episode of Design Lives Here, Sara Seravalli sits down with Nicky Wightman, Director of Emerging Trends at Savills, to explore a topic the built environment has overlooked for far too long: food. What does “good” look like in design today? And why should real estate developers care about what’s on our plates? Together, Sara and Nicky dive into the powerful intersection between food systems, property, placemaking and community wellbeing. From Scandinavian leadership in progressive design to Glasgow’s vibrant youth culture and food scene, this conversation challenges the industry to rethink how cities nourish their people — physically, socially and economically. They explore: How food choices impact both personal health and the environment Why access to healthy food is a real estate issue Global cities leading the way in food systems thinking The cultural power of local produce Why food connects communities and brings joy And there’s a special little cameo from our wonderful in-house chef Darren Morton, reminding us that design and food are never just theoretical — they’re lived, tasted and shared. As always, there’s also a personal thread woven through the conversation — Sara is currently fundraising for Macmillan in the boldest way possible 💚 If you care about the future of cities, community and meaningful design — this one is for you. 👉 Subscribe for more conversations with the people shaping our built environment. #DesignLivesHere #Savills #EmergingTrends #FoodSystems #Placemaking #UrbanDesign #Glasgow #BuiltEnvironment

Hear from Stephen O'Neill, chairman of Newton Property Group, about the importance of women in business: "a good business needs a balance of women and men on the board and all the way through the business. There's so much value men can get by having a board, not even peppered with, but having a board where there's a good balance of women and then women that can help with their natural qualities, their warmth and their empathy and their nurturing." @DesignLivesHere

In this episode of Design Lives Here, we sit down with Stephen O’Neill, Chairman of Newton Properties and one of the newest members of the judging panel for the Herald Property Awards. With this year’s awards soon opening for entries, it felt like the perfect moment to meet Stephen and talk about what truly makes a project stand out — not just in bricks and mortar, but in values, people, and purpose. Stephen is a refreshingly human leader: someone who genuinely puts his heart into the business, prioritising the wellbeing of his team alongside strong client relationships and long-term thinking. Our conversation explores leadership, company culture, the evolving property landscape, and why caring about people is not a “nice to have” — it’s fundamental. A thoughtful, honest and inspiring chat, and a real pleasure to record. 🎧 Watch now — and if you’re working on an exciting project, this might be your nudge to enter this year’s awards.

n questa video intervista, Patrizia Moroso ci accompagna in un viaggio affascinante attraverso la storia di Moroso, un’azienda che dagli anni ’50 a oggi ha profondamente influenzato il design contemporaneo a livello mondiale. Dalle comuni origini friulane fino alla trasformazione in un brand iconico del design internazionale, Patrizia racconta con passione l’evoluzione di Moroso: una storia fatta di visione, coraggio e continua sperimentazione. Al centro del racconto, le collaborazioni con architetti e designer di fama mondiale, che hanno contribuito a definire un linguaggio progettuale riconoscibile, innovativo e profondamente culturale. Un dialogo intimo e ispirante che intreccia territorio, impresa, creatività e identità, offrendo uno sguardo autentico su cosa significhi fare design con radici forti e uno sguardo costantemente rivolto al futuro.

New Episode: Nurturing Leadership in the Built Environment In this powerful conversation, four respected leaders from across the built environment - Gillian Stewart, Rebecca Heald, Caroline Baker, and Emma Lepley - join me to unpack what it truly means to lead with integrity, empathy, and purpose in an industry still shaped by legacy behaviours and systemic challenges. Drawing on ONS statistics, lived experience, and years spent navigating high-pressure environments, our panel reflects on the state of representation, the impact of everyday culture, and why genuine leadership requires more than performative gestures. While the numbers still show a stark gender imbalance, the discussion moves beyond the idea of “women in construction” and instead centres on how we nurture future leaders, build healthier workplaces, and create conditions where talent can thrive. This is not just a conversation about inequality - it's a call to action for better leadership across the industry. Key themes include: • The realities behind the latest ONS statistics • Why progress isn’t linear—and why it matters • How to recognise baked-in systemic issues • Leadership vs performative inclusion • The next steps for building a more equitable industry Whether you're in architecture, construction, development, or simply care about shaping better places, this episode offers insight, honesty, and a clear reminder: there is still a long way to go, but change starts with leadership.

Our “Leading the Future: Nurturing Talent in the Built Environment” panel — with the brilliant Emma Lepley, Caroline Baker, Gillian Stewart, and Rebecca Heald — delivered exactly the insight, honesty, and inspiration I was hoping for. Stay tuned… the full conversation is dropping very soon.

In this new episode of Design Lives Here, Sara sits down with Stephen Lewis for an honest and insightful conversation about the future of Glasgow. From the city’s shifting identity as a business hub to the delicate balance between preserving heritage and embracing contemporary design, Stephen offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what real transformation requires. Together, they explore why action must finally take precedence over endless planning, how landmark buildings like G1 prove that old and new can coexist beautifully, and what sustainability should truly mean in practice. The discussion also touches on the growing demand for high-quality office spaces post-COVID, the importance of mentorship in shaping the next generation, and why profit and purpose are not mutually exclusive. If you care about Glasgow, design, development, or the future of our built environment, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

Here is a snippet of the inspiring chat I had with Stephen Lewis, MD of HFD Developments, for Design Lives Here | Cucina edition. Stephen explains how to successfully merge old and new architecture.