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Confessions of an Interior Designer

I Confess... Frenemy Sabotage

Feb 11, 2026 · 64 min · Ep 13

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner by Hema Persad, founder of Sagrada Studio. After starting her career as an attorney, Hema transitioned into fashion, spending years styling A-list celebrities and major campaigns before moving into interior design in 2021. She now leads residential and commercial projects across the country through Sagrada Studio, a practice rooted in the belief that our homes and creative spaces are sacred, and designed with a focus on culture, luxury, and comfort.

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⏰ Timestamps:

  1. 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
  2. 00:22: Guest Introduction: Hema's Background
  3. 17:43: Guest Vice
  4. 19:33: Confession #1: Frenemy Sabotage
  5. 44:06: Confession #2: The Wallpaper Nightmare
  6. 54:04: Guest Questions
  7. 62:00: What Made Hema Feel

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  1. Instagram: @hemaapersad
  2. Website: SagradaStudio.com

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📝 Credits:

  1. Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
  2. Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
  3. Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

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