From architecture studios to abstract canvases, Lori Brunner has built a career around design, mentorship, and creativity.
In this episode of the Sound Cave Labs Podcast, Lori shares her journey from architecture and urban planning to teaching interior design at Iowa State and ASU, and ultimately leaving academia to pursue her passions as an artist, consultant, and entrepreneur.
We discuss how she combines art, interiors, and product design, how her experiences as a professor shaped her mentoring style, and why she believes good design — like good acoustics — should feel seamless and natural. Lori also talks about entrepreneurship, bootstrapping her business, and the satisfaction of helping clients create spaces that inspire comfort and joy.
Whether you’re a student, designer, or entrepreneur, this episode offers inspiration on following your interests, trusting the pivots, and making an impact through creativity.
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