In this episode, YDC members Arjit Singh and Veronica Albarran Carrillo dive into one of the biggest topics for early-career designers: portfolios. Whether you're building your first one from scratch or giving your existing work a glow-up, they break down what makes a portfolio stand out - and what to avoid. From storytelling and visual cohesion to choosing the right format, Arjit and Veronica walk through how they approach tailoring portfolios for different opportunities. You’ll also hear their tips for showcasing your process, framing your impact, and making sure your work reflects your unique voice as a designer. 🧰 This is a practical, thoughtful guide for grads ready to take their portfolio to the next level. Connect with Arjit and Veronica below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjit-singh-/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-albarran-carrillo-3b344b10b/ For more about WDO’s Young Designers Circle, visit: https://wdo.org/programmes/young-designers-circle/ 📝 Download the podcast notes on the WDO website: bit.ly/ydcpodcastnotes #NextInLineDesign #AChatforDesignGrads #GraduationSeason #Buildingtheperfectportfolio *Credits* Edited by: José Tomas Marchant & Alexis Divis

In this episode, we spotlight UK-based interior designer Alicia Storie, founder of _A Design Storie_ , whose work puts sustainability at the heart of every decision. From her early days as a university student to landing a role at a major studio in London, and eventually launching her own design practice, Alicia shares how she built a career grounded in values that matter. We explore the evolution of her sustainability mindset, the materials and methods she champions, and what it truly means to build an environmentally responsible design practice. Alicia also offers practical advice for young designers looking to integrate sustainability into their work, through education and with curiosity and courage. Whether you're just beginning your design journey or looking to align your work with your values, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. 🟢 _Listen in and learn how sustainability can be a central pillar in your own design story._ Connect with Alicia and Alexis below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciastorie-adesignstorie/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-divis-a24827208/ For more about WDO’s Young Designers Circle, visit: https://wdo.org/programmes/young-designers-circle/ 📝 Download the podcast notes on the WDO website: bit.ly/ydcpodcastnotes #NextInLineDesign #SustainableInteriors #SustainableDesign #DesignforPlanet *Credits* Edited by: José Tomas Marchant & Alexis Divis Hosted by: Alexis Divis This episode was recorded in June 2025.