We are building more housing than ever, yet many new homes fail at the most basic level: livability. Poor layouts, wasted space, and thoughtless circulation quietly undermine daily life long before aesthetics even matter.

Such a privilege to sit alongside Travis Hendrix and Rusty Conway for QAV’s panel on 2026 design and building trends.  The future of architecture, interiors, and construction is becoming more human-centered, more integrated, and more intentional and the conversation was just the beginning. Last week, I had the privilege of joining an incredible panel discussion titled “Designing the Future: 2026 Trends in Building, Architecture & Interiors.”   Hosted by QAV – Quality Audio V

Designed by re.dzine, the Teen Room at Rocky Mountain Children’s Hospital offers a restorative escape for long-term patients. Guided by biophilic and neurodivergent design principles, the space blends nature, comfort, and creativity, transforming a once-clinical room into a joyful, healing environment for teens navigating extended hospital stays.

Growing up in Finland, surrounded by forests and clean-lined design, I absorbed a deep respect for nature, simplicity, and functionality, values that still guide my work today. I’m Heidi, the Finnish-born designer behind re.dzine, an interior architecture studio where Scandinavian roots meet Colorado living. I’m a mom of two humans and several furry ones, an animal rights advocate, and an INFJ-T, which basically means I’m equal parts dreamer, feeler, and quiet world-fixer, w