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Design for Well-Being | How Kohler is Transforming Wellness at Home
April 03, 2025 · 37 min

In this episode of Home Therapy, licensed therapist and interior designer Anita Yokota sits down with Michael Seum, VP of Industrial Design at Kohler, live from KBIS!

Together, they explore how intentional design—like the Anthem shower, cold plunge therapy, and biophilic tiles—is reshaping how we feel in our homes. From color psychology to emotional architecture, discover how the spaces we live in can heal, energize, and elevate us.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 Introduction to Home Therapy

01:00 Live from K Biz: Exploring Kitchen and Bath Design

01:36 Interview with Michael Seum: Kohler's Visionary

04:09 The Anthem Shower Experience

05:55 Cold Therapy and Wellness

12:32 Biophilic Design and Artistic Collaborations

18:47 Design Excellence and Strategic Importance

19:23 Future of Home Wellness and Design

20:34 Sustainability and Efficiency

21:58 Design Inspirations and Favorite Projects

23:01 Home Loops and Daily Rituals

28:58 Design Research and Consumer Insights

30:59 Inspiration and Global Influence

32:20 Color Psychology and Emotional Design

34:47 Wellness and Home Design Investment

35:42 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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