Dec 11, 2025
In today’s episode, I sit down with Rachael Grochowski, founder of RHG Architecture + Design, for a conversation about the deeper purpose of the spaces we inhabit. Rachael invites us to rethink design not as decoration or function alone, but as a pathway to connection, meaning, and self-discovery.
Together, we explore how the environments we create can nurture our well-being, support who we’re becoming, and help us feel more grounded in our daily lives. Rachael shares:
Three key areas of the home where intentional design can have the greatest impact
How thoughtful details and unique objects can spark belonging and bring us closer—both to ourselves and one another
Why design, at its core, is an invitation to slow down, notice, and feel more at home in the world
If you're curious about how your space influences your energy, attention, and sense of self, this conversation will inspire you to look at your home with new eyes. Share your takeaways with Rachael and I on Instagram @OneWade and @RHGDesign
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Rachael H. Grochowski is a visionary wellness architect,
designer, and thought leader with over thirty years of
experience and recognized for her philosophy that Design is
Spiritual™. Rachael’s work focuses on creating environments that
foster wellbeing, balance and community, transcending
aesthetics to cultivate calm, interconnectedness, and a profound
sense of belonging. As the founder of RHG Architecture +
Design, Rachael leads a team dedicated to creating respectful,
inclusive spaces through thoughtful craftsmanship and sustainable
practices, all rooted in her experience with various wisdom
traditions. Her diverse portfolio spans
residential, commercial, hospitality, wellness and spiritual
projects, all of which reflect her commitment to
intentional design and an approach informed by her experiences as a
world traveler, yoga practitioner, and student of history and
nature.