Let’s talk about Elevated Interiors with Salim Skaf – S4E05

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Today on Creative Talks, we’re joined by a visionary entrepreneur and strategic connector in the luxury marketing world.Our guest is Lynette Janac, founder of Luxury Guide and Luxury Network — platforms redefining how luxury brands, designers, and industry leaders connect through strategic marketing, collaboration, and meaningful relationships.With more than 25 years of experience in sales, marketing, and business development, Lynette has built an innovative ecosystem that combines luxury branding, business networking, curated experiences, and her research-first approach known as Designer Intelligence Marketing™.What makes her perspective so interesting is her belief that true success is not built through vanity metrics or mass visibility, but through intentional relationships, qualified audiences, and authentic collaboration.Today we’re talking about luxury branding, entrepreneurship, smarter marketing, and why relationships continue to be the real currency of business.

Today’s guest is someone whose work beautifully captures what modern luxury truly means—homes that are sophisticated, deeply personal, and designed not only to impress, but to elevate the way people live every single day.Erik R. Galiana is the founder and principal of Interiors by Erik Galiana, a luxury interior design firm with projects spanning New York, South Florida, and international destinations. With a background rooted in luxury residential development and high-end real estate, Erik brings a perspective that goes beyond aesthetics—understanding how intentional interiors can enhance lifestyle, maximize property value, and create homes that feel timeless.Today we’re talking about the new definition of luxury, the connection between design and well-being, how travel influences creativity, and why the most beautiful homes are often the ones designed with intention.

Today we’re diving into a part of our industry that truly defines whether great design actually becomes reality.I’m joined by Ezgi Fitos, founder of Designology—a Miami-based, award-winning design-build studio operating at the intersection of design and construction. Her work focuses on high-end residential projects, and she also collaborates closely with architects and interior designers as a general contractor—bringing complex visions to life with precision and care.What I love about her approach is the level of intention behind pre-construction and how that really protects the design all the way through execution.So today, we’re talking about what it takes to build great design… and to actually get it right.

Welcome back to Creative Talks. Today we’re sitting down with a designer whose work goes beyond aesthetics and really taps into intention and the spirit of a space.I’m excited to introduce Veronica Barney, founder of Veronica Design Studio, a Miami-based interior designer known for creating spaces that feel warm, beautiful, and deeply personal. With years of experience transforming both residential and commercial environments, Veronica brings a thoughtful approach that blends design, functionality, and emotional connection—making every space truly reflect the people who live in it.

Today, we are very excited to welcome Salim Skaf, founder and CEO of Harmony Studio, a luxury furniture brand that has quickly become a reference in South Florida for contemporary, refined, and highly customizable design.Harmony Studio is known for blending modern elegance with comfort and craftsmanship, offering both ready-to-ship and custom-made furniture pieces tailored to today’s luxury lifestyle. With showrooms across South Florida, the brand has built a strong reputation among homeowners, developers, and interior designers alike.Today on Creative Talks, we’ll be diving into Salim’s journey as a founder, the story behind Harmony Studio, and how design, quality, and personalization come together to support designers in creating elevated, thoughtful experiences for their clients.

I’m honored to have with me Rajni Alex, founder and principal of Rajni Alex Design, a bi‑coastal interior studio with offices in New York and Florida. With over 20 years of experience, Rajni’s work has been featured in Luxe Magazine, House Beautiful, Elle Decor, Traditional Home, and many more. She’s known for weaving global inspirations, bold color palettes, sculptural forms, and layered textures into interiors that feel warm and personal. Her projects include standout work in the 2024 House Beautiful Whole Home showcase and her recent kitchen design for the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Palm Beach 2025. Today we’ll dig into Rajni’s journey—from her earliest inspirations to how she juggles creativity, clients, and the press. Rajni, thank you so much for being here.

Today, we’re taking things into the kitchen with a guest from one of the most iconic names in high-end appliances: Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove. Joining me is Ashley Rojas, a passionate Trade Representative for Sub-Zero Group Florida, covering the Miami and Gulf Coast regions. Since joining the company in 2018, she’s been instrumental in building strong partnerships with architects, kitchen designers, and interior designers — driving brand awareness through immersive trainings, chef-led experiences, and showroom events that bring the Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove story to life. Her work blends education, experience, and strategy to deepen product knowledge and foster lasting loyalty across the design community. But beyond her professional expertise, Ashley brings a wonderful personal story — one that bridges her Midwestern roots in Iowa and her Colombian heritage. She’s a marketer at heart, a lover of travel, good wine, and great coffee, and a proud mom to a one-year-old son with another little one on the way. We’ll be talking about the intersection of design, culinary culture, and brand storytelling — and how Sub-Zero, Wolf, and Cove continue to set the standard for timeless performance and design innovation in the home.

I’m honored to welcome one of the most influential voices in architecture and resilient design — Reinaldo Borges. He is the award-winning Founder and CEO of Borges + Associates, a world-class design and consulting firm based in Miami with offices around the globe. Over his 33-year career, Reinaldo has left his mark on skylines across the U.S. and internationally, with more than 100 completed buildings and a portfolio that spans luxury high-rises, five-star hotels, mixed-use developments, and visionary projects that blend beauty with sustainability. A leader on climate resiliency, he also serves as a key advisor to the City of Miami, guiding how cities can prepare for the future.Joining him today is his wife and partner, Alice Dahbura-Borges, an accomplished architect with more than 20 years of experience in residential and hospitality design. With her expertise in complex high-rise projects and interior design, Alice brings design leadership, technical mastery, and a passion for elevating the details that make projects truly exceptional. Together, they helm Borges + Associates, a world-class architectural and consulting firm headquartered in Miami, with a global presence in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Saudi Arabia, and India. Now celebrating 25 years of excellence, their combined vision and leadership have positioned the firm as a trusted partner for major real estate developments worldwide. I’m so excited for today’s interview, as I truly admire them and have the pleasure of calling them my friends.

Today I’m incredibly excited to bring you a conversation with a true creative visionary. Tatyana Gold is the founder of Prisma Interiors, a design studio known for its bold aesthetics, refined elegance, and a deep commitment to creating spaces that don’t just look beautiful—but feel meaningful. Her work is where art, emotion, and functionality come together.Please welcome to a designer, entrepreneur, and storyteller through space. We’ll be diving into her journey as a founder, what inspires her work, and how she’s built a brand that resonates so deeply in the world of interior design.