In this episode of Create a Place, co-founders Kristina York and Angela Davis discuss the journey of their architecture and interior design firm, Create & Co. They share their origin story, the challenges they faced, and the transformative projects that shaped their design philosophy. The conversation highlights the importance of listening to clients and empowering teams, as well as the significant impact of their work on the industry. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the core philosophy of their design firm, emphasizing the importance of listening to clients and understanding their needs. They share stories of how their approach has led to successful projects, including ’rescue’ situations where they transformed spaces that were not meeting client expectations. The conversation also highlights the significance of building long-term relationships with clients, advocating for their needs throughout the design process, and the future direction of their firm as they continue to innovate in the design industry.