170. Cocktails by Kids, Potatoes for Candle Holders – The Design Nuggets of Hosting

The home is evolving into a powerful, behavioural architecture tool. Gemma Riberti, WGSN’s Director, CMF (Colour, Materials & Finishes) and Create Tomorrow host Cassandra Napoli reveal why the dining table is catalysing behaviour, framing moments of connection and shared experience.

Whether you’re designing a new product, curating your next dinner party or building wellness into your living space, Gemma uncovers how the hearth of the home whets our appetite for togetherness, influencing everything from kitchen design to social rituals at home. Find out how tablescaping delivers family moments and solo functionality, serving authenticity in imperfection.