Designing in 5D

Jodi Peterman
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Thank you for joining and welcome to "Designing in 5D," the interior design podcast where we deep dive into the creativity and logic of transforming spaces. Our journey together transcends the conventional, exploring not just the how, but the why behind creating environments that inspire and uplift spaces. We will discuss how using the EED Process will protect your budget.  With each episode, we will navigate through one or all of my five steps of Designing in 5D.  

  1. 2D AGO

    Designing in 5D: Spaces That Renew the Soul: Faith, Beauty & the Power of Home

    Home is never just a backdrop — it’s the atmosphere that shapes your mood, your energy, your rest, and your relationships. In this episode of Designing in 5D, Jodi Peterman sits down with interior designer, repurposed artist, and author Sarah Trop, founder of Fun Cycled Design Company. Together, they explore why beauty is not vanity, but language — and how faith, creativity, and intentional design can transform the way we live inside our homes. Sarah shares the heart behind her book, Designing Spaces That Renew the Soul, unpacking how our environments impact us emotionally, physically, and spiritually. From trauma-informed design and natural light to decluttering with purpose, meaningful repurposing, and creating spaces that invite peace, hospitality, and rest — this conversation bridges science, faith, and practical design in a way that feels grounding and accessible. If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your space, overwhelmed by clutter, or unsure where to begin, this episode offers gentle guidance and permission to start small — one corner, one surface, one intentional choice at a time. ✨ Get Sarah’s book here: Designing Spaces That Renew the Soul https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0G3959WK9?utm_source=chatgpt.com 🎁 Plus, stay tuned for a signed book giveaway — details shared in the episode. Listen now, follow on Spotify so new episodes land automatically, and remember:  Design a life — and a home — you love, with intention and a sprinkle of magic. ✨

    26 min

  2. FEB 4

    Designing in 5D: The Design Reset - 21 Lessons I’d Tell My Younger Designer Self About Business, Burnout & Legacy

    If I could sit down with the 2004 version of myself — fresh into business with a whole lot of passion and very little preparation — this is exactly what I’d tell her. In this episode of Designing in 5D, I’m sharing the real lessons that only 21 years in the design industry can teach you — the ones you don’t learn in design school. We’re talking about: Why interior design is 20% visuals and 80% psychology and communicationHow miscommunication costs time, money, and energy — and why concierge-level advocacy mattersThe truth about boundaries, burnout, and learning when to say noWhy not every client is your client (and why that’s a good thing)How pivoting, patience, and trust are non-negotiable if you want longevityThe shift from being the doer to becoming the vision-holderBuilding a business around the life you want — not the other way aroundWhy starting messy is better than waiting for perfectThis episode is for designers, creatives, business owners, and anyone standing at a crossroads wondering if they’re doing it “right.” ✨ Want help applying these lessons to a real project? If you’re planning a remodel, new build, or design project and want to avoid decision fatigue, budget spirals, and miscommunication, download our free Decision Confidence Toolkit. It’s designed to help you clarify your vision, ask better questions, and move forward with confidence before construction begins. https://elizabetherindesigns.com/free-confidence-tool-kit-for-homeowners/  Good design starts long before demo day. You don’t need perfection to be powerful.  You need presence, persistence, alignment — and the courage to keep going. If this episode resonated, like, share, and pass it along — and don’t forget to grab the toolkit to start designing with clarity.

    14 min

  3. JAN 28

    Designing in 5D: Dyslexia, Creativity & the “Spaghetti Brain” — Tools That Actually Work (with Russell Van Brocklin)

    In today’s episode of Designing in 5D, Jodi sits down with Russell Van Brocklin—founder and dyslexia researcher—whose work has helped students make jaw-dropping progress in reading and writing in a matter of months. Jodi opens up about feeling like she may have undiagnosed dyslexia and the “spaghetti brain” experience so many creatives relate to. Russell breaks down what dyslexia can look like in real life (and why it often gets missed), why motivation matters more than most people realize, and the simple shifts that can help kids (and adults) learn faster—without years of expensive intervention. You’ll also hear practical guidance for parents and teachers, including: Why dyslexic learners often thrive when you start with their specialty (and what happens when you don’t)The “specific-to-general” learning approach that helps ideas finally organizeA short, repeatable writing method that builds grammar + spelling through read-it-out-loud correctionHow the right environment—less clutter, warm dimmable light, fewer distractions—can support focusHow Russell thinks about AI as a tool for efficiency (without replacing human connection)If you’re a parent, educator, creative, or someone who’s always felt like your brain works differently, this conversation will leave you with clarity, language, and tools you can actually use. Learn more + download Russell’s free guide: dyslexicclasses.com And if you want to explore intentional design that supports real life (and real brains), learn more about Elizabeth Erin Designs and our process. Remember to like, share, and follow the show—because you never know who needs this episode.

    43 min

  4. JAN 21

    Designing in 5D: Why Design Is Spiritual (and How Your Space Affects Healing)

    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 sameThe difference between routine vs. ritual and how design can invite mindfulness back into daily lifeWhat 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 youOne simple shift you can make today to bring more calm and clarity into your spaceIf 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. ✨

    44 min

  5. JAN 14

    Designing in 5D: KBIS 2026 Mini Preview: AI Without Losing Trust, Taste, or Standards

    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.

    5 min

  6. JAN 7

    Episode 62: Designing in 5D: The Design Reset — Designing Outdoor Spaces with Intention

    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 spacesHow outdoor design impacts ROI, booking decisions, and brand experienceThe shift toward seamless indoor-outdoor flowLow-maintenance luxury materials that lastCreating intentional zones for connection, calm, and flexibilityDesigning for experience — not just aestheticsWhether 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. ✨

    11 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    Designing in 5D: The Design Reset — Ep. 61: Why I Don’t Start My Year in January

    January tells us to sprint.  Nature tells us to rest. Welcome to Designing in 5D: The Design Reset — a solo episode series where Jodi Peterman challenges hustle culture and helps you realign your life, home, and year with intention. In this first Design Reset of 2026, Jodi shares why she doesn’t start her year in January — and why forcing clarity, goals, and momentum too early may be the very reason most resolutions fail. Research shows 92% of New Year’s resolutions don’t stick, but Jodi doesn’t believe motivation is the problem. She believes timing is. In this episode, you’ll explore a design-led, seasonal, and intuitive way to begin the year, one that honors how our bodies, nervous systems, and creativity actually function. You’ll learn: Why January is meant for stillness, rest, and recalibrationHow February becomes the month of clarity — without pressureWhy March is the true energetic New YearHow choosing one word for the year becomes a compass instead of rigid goalsHow aligning with timing creates momentum that actually lastsJodi also shares her personal word for 2026 — Joy — and how it’s shaping her life, business, creativity, and relationships after a season of profound transition. If you’ve felt behind before the year even started, this episode is your permission slip to reset. Let January be your stillness.  Let February bring clarity.  Let March be your beginning. ✨ Share your word for the year with Jodi on Instagram @ElizabethErinDesigns. Design the life you love with intention, grounding, passion — and just a little sprinkle of magic.

    13 min

  8. 12/24/2025

    Designing the Ending Before the Beginning: Closing 2025 with Intention

    This isn’t a resolutions episode. In the final episode of 2025, Jodi Peterman reflects on a year that asked for everything — emotionally, spiritually, and professionally. From unexpected personal transitions to business challenges, quiet breakthroughs, and deep internal growth, this conversation is about honoring what the year actually brought… not what it was supposed to be. Jodi shares what 2025 taught her about resilience, intuition, boundaries, rest, and the power of intentional design — not just in our homes, but in our nervous systems, routines, and relationships. She invites listeners to release pressure, let go of outdated expectations, and step into 2026 grounded in presence rather than perfection. You’ll hear reflections on: Letting go of reactive living and choosing intentional designWhy alignment matters more than a 30-day planDesigning spaces (and rituals) that support your nervous systemSmall, meaningful shifts that create big ripple effectsChoosing creativity, rest, boundaries, and fun moving into the new year✨ Planning a remodel or new build in 2026? Start from a place of clarity instead of overwhelm. Download our Decision Confidence Toolkit — a free, step-by-step guide to help you get grounded in your style, priorities, and budget before construction begins. Visit elizabetherindesigns.com and scroll to Toolkits to download. This episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and consciously close one chapter before opening the next — with honesty, softness, and a little sprinkle of magic. Green tea cheers to 2026 💚

    13 min
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Thank you for joining and welcome to "Designing in 5D," the interior design podcast where we deep dive into the creativity and logic of transforming spaces. Our journey together transcends the conventional, exploring not just the how, but the why behind creating environments that inspire and uplift spaces. We will discuss how using the EED Process will protect your budget.  With each episode, we will navigate through one or all of my five steps of Designing in 5D.  

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  • Creator
    Jodi Peterman
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    67
  • Rating
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    © 2026 Designing in 5D
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