Design. Drink. Dish.

John Ryan and Wendy Lynn are back with a behind-the-scenes look at their Holiday House show house collaboration in Wellington, Florida. From getting selected for the inaugural South Florida designer showcase to building an entire luxury bedroom in just five weeks, this episode dives into the reality of designing under pressure, working with sponsors, making bold creative decisions, and creating the room everyone now calls “the sex room.”The duo shares how their friendship made collaboration seamless, the challenges of sourcing custom pieces on impossible timelines, and the risks they took to create a dark, moody, high-end space that stands out from traditional Palm Beach interiors. They also break down the sponsorship process, vendor relationships, wallpaper drama, custom furniture details, and the design choices that turned their room into one of the most talked-about spaces in the house.If you love interior design, show houses, luxury finishes, or hearing the unfiltered reality behind the scenes of the design industry, this episode is for you.Topics include: • Holiday House Wellington and the Breast Cancer Research Foundation • Designing a luxury room in five weeks • Collaboration between two interior designers • Creative risks in Palm Beach interiors • Sponsorships and vendor relationships • Color drenching and moody design trends • Custom upholstery, wallpaper, and luxury finishes • The story behind the “sex room” nickname

John and Wendy welcome Chris Mygatt, a real estate investor, coach, and vacation rental operator, for a conversation at the intersection of design and real world ROI. They break down why quality design is a competitive advantage in today’s short term rental market, what flippers should look for in a property, the hidden cost of delays, and where homeowners waste money chasing trends. Chris also shares his “Neiman Marcus on the inside, Disneyland on the outside” philosophy and practical advice for anyone getting started in the fix and flip world.

John Ryan hosts a solo episode of Design, Drink and Dish while Wendy is under the weather, welcoming Sofia and Amy from Elements and Surfaces, one of South Florida’s top tile and stone showrooms. They break down common marble myths, when natural stone makes sense, why grout should never be an afterthought, and the biggest tile mistakes homeowners and designers make. From trend hot takes to real-world installation advice, this episode is packed with practical insight for anyone planning a renovation or working in design.

Join John and Wendy as they cozy up with a hot toddy and dive into the real side of interior design. They break down what design school actually teaches you, what it completely leaves out, and why hands on experience matters more than any textbook. They also go deeper into how designers charge for their services, the reality behind markups and logistics, and the truth about install day and why it’s the most stressful part of the job. Plus, they answer a listener question about what it feels like when a design presentation gets rejected and how they pivot when that happens.Cocktail: Hot Toddy 2 oz Angel’s Envy whiskey 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice 6 oz hot waterStir all ingredients together in a mug, garnish with a lemon slice if desired, and enjoy warm.

Join John and Wendy on this halloween edition of design drink and dish as we discuss design trends that won't stay burried, haunted homes, design choices that will haunt us in our sleep and endless client revisions and how to handle them. Cocktail: Crisp Apple Spritz 2oz prosecco 2oz of crisp apple club soda (olipop) 1/2oz orange juicepour over ice, stir and garnish with an orange wedge

Join John and Wendy as they discuss their top three design pet peeves. we discuss our mistakes we've made and talk about our thoughts on matching furniture sets. We will dish it all over one of our favorite cocktails...the old fashioned.Cocktail: Old fashioned Sugar cube into glass with 4 dashes of bitters and splash of water 2oz rye bourbon Place a large cube of ice inside your glass Take an orange peel and express oils around your rim Garnish with an orange peel and cherry Smoke it if desired.

Join John and Wendy as they discuss design consultations, different countertop edge profiles and whether or not dining rooms are being phased out in modern design all while crafting a summer classic...the gin and tonic Cocktail: Gin and Tonic 2 Oz Engine Gin 4 Oz Fever tree tonic Pour over ice and squeeze a wedge of fresh lime into the glass and garnish with a lime wheel.