Show Notes
Colour expert for Farrow & Ball, Patrick O’Donnell returns with series four of The Chromologist podcast, to explore how colour works in our homes but also how it shapes our identities and life stories. Guests include Pearle Lowe, Alfie Nickeron and Suleika Jaouad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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