Héctor Esrawe | Success is Liking the Person in the Mirror | Creativity, Conviction & Starting Over

What does it mean to live a life guided by conviction instead of ambition?

To build a career rooted in passion, obsession, and honesty; not hype or trends?

In this deep, expansive conversation, world-renowned designer Héctor Esrawe opens up about creativity, failure, turbulence, self-trust, and the unexpected moments that shaped his philosophy and his work.

Born in downtown Mexico City to a family of Lebanese and Mexican heritage, Héctor shares how early memories, migration, and cultural duality formed his worldview — and why he has always been driven by curiosity, craft, and an internal compass rather than external validation.

This episode is an exploration in creativity, philosophy, and resilience. An intimate look at a mind that has shaped some of the most iconic spaces, objects, and design narratives in contemporary Mexico.

If you’re a designer, artist, entrepreneur, or someone navigating your own creative path, this conversation will stay with you.