Sunset over rolling hills with tall palm trees, some small shrubs, and a dirt path in the foreground.

A Soundtrack for Living

At NIID, design is as much about feeling as it is about space — and music has always shaped how we sense light, place, and memory. These playlists are personal soundtracks for moments that inspire us: calm mornings, focused work, creative evenings, and slow weekends at home.

Music can change how a space feels. Consider these playlists a soundtrack for living beautifully — the same way we hope interiors support feeling rooted, relaxed, and fully present.

  • Collage of nine images representing a winter playlist. Top row: two young men outdoors at sunset, a group of four people posing with a woman in front, and a close-up of a blonde woman with makeup. Middle row: a black-and-white portrait of a man in a hat, a group of five people outdoors in a yard, and a central text box that reads 'CIAO, BELLA! WINTER '24 PLAYLIST.' Bottom row: a woman with makeup holding a cigarette, a woman singing and a man playing guitar on stage, and a group of five people outdoors with greenery in the background.

    Winter '24 Playlist

    For the dead of winter - laid-back, chill yet a dose of inspiration and sweetness. Featuring Taylor Swift with Bon Iver, The Paper Kites, Gregory Alan Isakov, Billie Eilish, Mark Ronson & Miley Cyrus, Hovvdy, Real Estate, Kurt Vile, Dustin Tebbtt, and Alabama Shakes.

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  • A collage of nine photos featuring various people and groups, with a central text box that reads: "CIAO, BELLA! SUMMER '23 PLAYLIST Love Survive." The photos include individuals in creative and casual poses, some in studio settings, outdoors, and one in front of a colorful, artistic background.

    Summer '23 : Love Survive

    This summer feels different, better, do you feel it? The eternal optimist in me is leaning into love - for myself, for my family, my friends, my community and everyone I come in contact with. I am present, grateful for it all and ready to enjoy this summer. Featuring Cari Cari, Yumi Zouma, Litnay, Silversun Pickups, The Big Moon, Sharon Van Etten, Delta Spirit, Michael Nau, Jadu Heart, and more. xx

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  • A collage of nine images featuring various young people and groups, set outdoors and indoors. Center text reads 'CIAO BELLA! WINTER '23 PLAYLIST Recalibrate'.

    Winter '23 : Recalibrate

    This time of year can be a little tough. This past month, we've lost a couple friends, endured multiple rounds of sickness in our house, and all are getting antsy for warmer weather. As always, music is a balm for my heart and this playlist kinda just made itself. I didn't even edit it. It just came together in the most organic way, so I kinda love it even more for giving me exactly what I needed. Featuring pizzagirl, Michelle, Still Woozy, First Aid Kit, Big Thief, Rolling Blackouts Coastal Fever, Justin Townes Earle, Nation of Language, binki and Angus & Julia Stone.

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  • Collage of nine images with a central text box that reads "CIAO BELLA! SUMMER '22 PLAYLIST We'll Be Alright". The images feature diverse groups and individuals, some in casual or stylish outfits, some in costumes or artistic poses, representing various styles and moods.

    Summer '22 : We'll Be Alright

    A chill, uplifting mix of old and new artists, including Danielle Ponder, Wet Leg, Arcade Fire, Dehd, Sjowgren, Vallis Alps, TV on the Radio, Slyvan Esso, Big Thief and The Boss Bruce Springsteen, among other. Enjoy on your next roadtrip, chillin' in the back yard, sharing cocktails or mock-tails with family & friends or just in the background as you live your life. Happy listening! xx

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  • A collage of nine images with central text reading: "CIAO BELLA! SPRING '22 PLAYLIST The Spaces In Between." The images include diverse individuals in various fashion and poses, some in color and others black and white.

    Spring '22 : The Spaces In Between

    Light, airy and expansive, this playlist creates a vibe. Featuring Beach House, Wavves, Japanese Breakfast, Still Woozy, LCD Soundsystem, Warpaint, Blood Orange, Cat Power, Chromatics, Lykke Li & more. xx

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  • Collage of nine images of hip hop artists and groups with a central text box that reads: "Sunday Spaces Summer Playlist 90s Hip Hop."

    90's Hip Hop

    The beats are bumpin' and the tracks still feel as relevant today as they did back then. Respect to all of Black artists who used their powerful voices to share their stories and struggles through art that were heard and embraced around the world. So crank up the bass and enjoy some of my favorite ‘90s jams. Happy listening! xx

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  • Collage of black and white and color photos of various musicians and singers, with text in the center reading "Sunday Spaces Playlist Classic Rock."

    Classic Rock

    There are so many amazingly talented artists whose words and songs have stood the test of time and still ring true today. Check out this month’s Sunday Spaces playlist featuring some of my favorites & get groovin’! x

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  • Collage of eight photos of different young men in various settings. In the center, there is a green box with black text that reads "SUNDAY SPACES, APRIL PLAYLIST, SPRING CLEANING."

    Spring '21 : Spring Cleaning

    Here’s a chill mix to enjoy while tidying up your space...or for any day, really, to put a smile on your face! Featuring Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Real Estate, Woods, Kurt Vile, Mumford & Sons, Nathaniel Rateliff, Kevin Morby, Whitney, Empire of the Sun & more. xx

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  • Collage featuring nine images of various musicians and band members surrounding a central text block that reads 'Sunday Spaces March Playlist Renewal'.

    March '21 : Renewal

    An uplifting mix to help you shimmy your way through any stagnant winter funk and into more positive frame of mind for spring. Featuring Arlo Parks, MO & Foster The People, Dennis Lloyd, Dominic Fike, Mark Ronson, The Avalanches, Chromatics, Kings of Leon, girl in red & more! xx

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  • A collage of photos of various people with a central text block that reads 'Sunday Spaces February Playlist Reset!'. The photos include individuals and groups of young adults, some outdoors and some indoors, with diverse styles and expressions.

    February '21 : Reset!

    Nina's top tracks for settling in, getting carried away by the music & resetting for an awesome week ahead. Featuring The Velvet Underground, Ra Ra Riot, Phoebe Bridgers, Black Pumas, Sufjan Stevens, Glass Animals, Tame Impala, Sylvan Esso, First Aid Kit & more. xx

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