In our new episode we talk about the transformative power of design, particularly in the context of well-being and community.

We are privileged to converse with Rachael H. Grochowski, the Founder and CEO of RHG Architecture and Design, who introduces us to her innovative philosophy, "Design is Spiritual." This approach emphasizes the importance of creating spaces that foster a sense of presence, belonging, and holistic wellness, transcending mere aesthetics.

Throughout our dialogue, we explore Rachael's extensive experience in the field and her commitment to integrating spiritual principles into architectural practices. By amplifying the voices and wisdom of women in business, we aim to illuminate pathways for women-led enterprises towards prosperity and meaningful impact.

Our Guest This Week:

In this week’s episode of #WisdomofWomen we have a 🌟 Presence-Building Architect 🌟 in our midst.

Rachael H. Grochowski is the Founder & CEO of RHG Architecture + Design and the creator of the “Design is Spiritual™” philosophy—an approach that treats spaces as engines of wellbeing, presence, and belonging, not just aesthetics. With 30 years of experience across residential, hospitality, wellness, and community projects, she leads her award-winning studio in crafting environments that feel grounded, inclusive, and deeply human through intentional flow, materiality, light, and connection to nature.

Before launching RHG in 2004, she honed her craft inside elite New York design studios, designing luxury hotels, restaurants, and wellness-centric spaces.

Today she is a sought-after public speaker and an active advocate for wellness-centered design through the Global Wellness Institute’s architecture + design ecosystem. Rachael brings the rare blend of builder + wisdom-seeker (world traveler, yoga teacher, student of history and nature) to every project and every leadership lesson.

Takeaways:

1. Rachael's Design is Spiritual™ focuses on creating spaces that foster well-being and connection.
2. Leadership in today's world requires a commitment to social justice and equality for all.
3. Successful businesses must create environments that reflect their purpose and values effectively.

Burning Questions Answered:

1.Why beauty without reverence feels empty

2.How space shapes behavior, culture, and leadership

3.What it means to build a business that reflects your deepest values

4.Why alignment matters more than scale for long-term prosperity

5.How founders can design environments that actually support growth, not drain it

Chapters:

00:08 - Amplifying Women's Leadership

05:26 - Reflections on Influential Moments

10:25 - The Spirituality of Design

16:30 - The Importance of Regenerative Practices in Business

22:32 - Designing with Purpose: The Intersection of Spirituality and Business

27:11 - Creating a Wellness Space in Business

33:56 - Transitioning to the Fast Fire Round

Guest Offers & Contact Information:

www.rhgdesign.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachael-grochowski-ra-ncarb/

https://www.instagram.com/rhgdesign/