Episode 296: Léo Terrando from Studio Terrando on choreographing interiors for timeless residential and hospitality spaces

In this episode of Talking Architecture & Design, Clémence Carayol sits down with Interior Designer Léo Terrando to explore how hospitality thinking is reshaping the way we design and live. 

With over two decades of experience across hotels and high-end homes, Terrando brings a perspective grounded in how spaces are actually used, how people move through them, and how they feel along the way. 

He explains that hospitality design has taught him to think beyond aesthetics. In that world, every detail contributes to an experience, from the first impression on arrival to the transitions between rooms. 

That same mindset now informs his residential work, where flow, comfort and atmosphere are just as important as how a space looks. 

The conversation also touches on the idea of timelessness. Rather than following fast-moving trends, Terrando focuses on creating interiors that feel relevant for years to come. 

For him, it’s about balance, combining contemporary elements with materials and layouts that can age gracefully. Simplicity, quality and a clear sense of purpose tend to outlast anything overly decorative. 

As the lines between hospitality and residential design continue to blur, clients are increasingly looking for homes that offer more than just a place to live. There’s a growing appetite for spaces that feel considered and experience-driven, with touches that echo the comfort and ease of a well-designed hotel. 

Looking ahead, Terrando sees this overlap only deepening, especially as developments bring together private living with shared amenities. 

For designers, that means thinking carefully about how different spaces connect and support modern lifestyles. 

As he suggests, good design today isn’t just about creating beautiful interiors—it’s about shaping the way people live in them.