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Interior Design
Decorative Arts
Dominique Nabokov
Living Room Series
Set Design
Theater
Collaboration
Opera
Yves Saint Laurent
Interiors
Material Culture
Interior Photography
Hermès
Client Relationships
Stained Glass
Nostalgia
Friedman Benda
New York
Print Media
Materiality

A podcast by interior designer Adam Charlap Hyman and antiques dealer Laura Kugel, featuring guests who are usually irreverent, often idiosyncratic, and always experts in their corner of decorative arts and interior design. Loosely defined, the field becomes a springboard for conversations spanning art, design, collecting, antiques, theatre, architecture, history, and photography. While the topics... more

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In 2026, Handle with Care returns with Episode 4, featuring New York–based theatre and opera director and producer Zack Winokur. In this episode, Adam and Laura dive into the art of set design, with Adam and Zack reflecting on their long-standing col... more

In Episode 3, Adam and Laura visit Robert Couturier, a legendary interior decorator who discusses the philosophical and psychological sides of the profession. With his infectious humor and enthusiasm, Robert speaks about how he worked with only one (... more

In Episode 2, Adam and Laura speak with the inimitable Pierre Marie. A self-described ornamentalist, he works at the crossroads of artist, designer, and decorator and is a true world-builder. After starting his career designing scarves for the great ... more

In Episode 1, Adam and Laura visit legendary photographer Dominique Nabokov at her New York flat.

Dominique’s first interior photography series was commissioned by The New Yorker in 1995, when the magazine asked her to capture “portraits” of notable... more

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Recent Guests

Zack Winokur
Theater and opera director, choreographer, artistic director of Little Island in New York City
American Modern Opera Company
Episode: Episode 4: Zack Winokur
Robert Couturier
Renowned interior decorator known for his grand style and innovative designs
Episode: Episode 3: Robert Couturier
Pierre Marie
Ornamentalist and Interior Designer
Episode: Episode 2: Pierre Marie
Dominique Nabokov
Iconic interior photographer known for her Living Room series.
Episode: Episode 1: Dominique Nabokov
Astrid Malingreau
Representative of contemporary design gallery Friedman Benda in Paris
Friedman Benda
Episode: Teaser with Astrid Malingreau

Hosts

Adam Charlap Hyman
Host of Handle with Care, Adam Charlap Hyman is an interior designer with a keen focus on the emotional aspects of design and collaboration with diverse artistic fields.
Laura Kugel
Co-host of Handle with Care, Laura Kugel is an antiques dealer whose insights connect the realms of collectibles, interior design, and personal narratives in art.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Art and antiques Lovers

    So good.. bravo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sebindo72
    Indonesia15 days ago
  • Hooked

    Already eager to hear your conversations. The guests and style of your approach really appeals. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ClarisaRB
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Best podcast

    I already love this podcast and it isn’t even out yet. Why do we need a podcast about interiors and decorative arts? Just look around. Why don’t we have one yet? Thank you for this. It already sounds like the only honest in-depth podcast about how we live inside our homes. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nat749265
    United States3 months ago
  • Exciting

    I didn't know I needed that podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XVIIIthCenturyLabubu
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations that blend expertise with personal stories in the realm of design.
The mix of guests and their unique perspectives on interior design and decorative arts is particularly well-received.
There is enthusiasm for the deep dives into topics that resonate with personal experiences and lifestyles.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#59
United States/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#80
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#231
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#42
France/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#195
Australia/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#196
Germany/Arts/Design

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Episode 3: Robert Couturier
Q: What is your nightmare client?
A nightmare client is someone who believes they know better than you and continuously undermines your expertise.
Episode 3: Robert Couturier
Q: What do you feel is included in a decorator's contract?
A contract would typically include delivery of agreed services and privacy rights regarding project photography.
Episode 3: Robert Couturier
Q: What happens when a client has references that you find distasteful?
Sometimes, it leads to a breakup, especially if their taste doesn't align with mine.
Episode 3: Robert Couturier
Q: Can you describe your dream client?
The ideal client is someone with whom I share an artistic connection, who is open to interpretation of their tastes.
Episode 1: Dominique Nabokov
Q: Was that right at the beginning?
Dominique states that the concept of living rooms as portraits crystallized right away. The owners reveal their taste through their spaces.

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Conversations in this series center around the intricate intersections of decorative arts, interior design, and material culture. With a focus on the emotional and ideological aspects influencing these fields, episodes feature discussions that are both irreverent and deeply insightful, often touching upon art, architecture, antiques, photography, and the personal journeys of guest experts. Noteworthy is the engaging blend of expertise and personal anecdotes shared by hosts and their guests, fostering a unique and relatable perspective on design's role in everyday life. Listeners can expect a rich tapestry of ideas that provoke thought regarding the way our environments shape and reflect our identities.

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2. Robert Couturier
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4. Dominique Nabokov
5. Astrid Malingreau

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