The spaces we live in aren’t just walls and furniture — they’re containers for our healing, our rituals, and the relationships we hold most dear.

In this episode of Designing in 5D, Jodi Peterman sits down with Rachael Grochowski, architect, designer, and founder of RHG Architecture + Design, to explore what it really means to design with intention — not just for beauty, but for energetic alignment, wellness, and truth.

Together, they unpack:

• Why Rachael says “design is spiritual” (and how she found the language for it)
• How truthful materials impact the body — and why “wood that looks like wood” isn’t the same
• The difference between routine vs. ritual and how design can invite mindfulness back into daily life
• What happens when a home is misaligned with your values (and how it affects the nervous system)
• How to stop designing to impress others and start designing for what grounds you
• One simple shift you can make today to bring more calm and clarity into your space

If you’ve ever walked into a room and felt “off” without knowing why… this conversation will change how you see design forever.

Learn more about Rachael’s work at rhgdesign.com.

Design a life you love with intention, grounding, passion — and that little sprinkle of magic. ✨

AI isn’t the point. Protecting the integrity of design — and the client experience — is.

In this KBIS 2026 mini preview, Jodi Peterman draws a clear line around how designers can use AI without losing trust, taste, or standards. Kitchens and baths are where tiny mistakes become expensive fast, and miscommunication costs more than money — it costs time, peace, and confidence.

In this short episode, Jodi breaks down the three lanes where AI actually belongs in a design business (and where it absolutely doesn’t), the fastest ways designers lose credibility with AI, and the simple standard she uses to protect client trust: AI can draft — you decide, verify, and refine.

This isn’t a tool list. It’s a filter. You’ll walk away with one practical move you can implement this week to clean up your workflow without creating chaos — and a preview of the deeper, live KBIS conversation coming with Jenna, where they’ll unpack real boundaries, real workflows, and the things designers are nervous to say out loud.

If you’ve been curious about AI but protective of your process, your brand voice, and your client relationships — this episode is for you.

Listen in, hit follow on Spotify, and join Jodi live at KBIS for the full conversation.
Because great design is still human — always.

Outdoor spaces aren’t built in the spring — they’re imagined now.

In this episode of Designing in 5D, Jodi continues the slower, intentional January energy and turns our focus outward — literally. From backyards and patios to vacation rentals and commercial courtyards, outdoor living has become a non-negotiable part of how we live, gather, and reset.

Jodi shares why outdoor spaces are no longer “extra,” but true extensions of the home and brand experience — and why the planning phase matters more than the products themselves. You’ll hear how wellness, connection, and experience are shaping high-end outdoor design heading into 2026, plus the trends actually worth paying attentionI’m attention to (hint: it’s not about chasing what’s popular).

Inside this episode:

• Why January is the best time to plan outdoor spaces
• How outdoor design impacts ROI, booking decisions, and brand experience
• The shift toward seamless indoor-outdoor flow
• Low-maintenance luxury materials that last
• Creating intentional zones for connection, calm, and flexibility
• Designing for experience — not just aesthetics

Whether you’re a homeowner, investor, or business owner, this episode will help you rethink outdoor spaces as places of restoration, connection, and value — not afterthoughts.

If you’re ready to design an outdoor space with purpose, visit elizabetherindesigns.com or message us on Instagram.

And tell us — what’s your must-have outdoor feature for 2026? Fire pit, pool, covered lounge, or something else entirely?

Design a life you love — with intention, grounding, and just a little sprinkle of magic. ✨