Send us your feedback, thoughts or comments!Key Takeaways:Meryl Hare's design journey showcases the importance of intuitive decision-making and resilience amidst challenges.Emigrating from South Africa to Australia, Meryl established Hare + Klein and gained renown for timeless, intelligent designs.Collaborative relationships with clients and consultants are integral to achieving exceptional outcomes in interior design.Embracing trends selectively, while maintaining a focus on timeless elements, ensures lasting aesthetic appeal.Building a meaningful legacy involves advocating for the interior design profession and mentoring future generations of designers.Notable Quotes:"I'm never, ever satisfied. I think it's a little bit like an artist...if you think that you've done everything perfectly, then you probably won’t get better.""The jobs that have given me and our practice the most satisfaction have not necessarily been the biggest.""When I first came here, I remember the first architect I worked with said, oh, you're an inferior desecrator.""If it helps in the work that I'm trying to do through the DIA and recognition of registering interior designers...then I'm delighted.""Making people cry...that to me, that's the joy. That's the joy."Resources:Hare + Klein WebsiteHare + Klein on Instagram: @harekleinTo get in touch with Build Beautiful or to follow us head to our socials: on Insta @buildbeautiful_podcast on Facebook on LinkedIn If you'd like to be on the podcast, or want to collaborate with Build Beautiful feel free to contact us on
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