EP.1 · The Price of Design

About this drama

Amelia Vance, a gifted designer whose groundbreaking work was once stolen, finds herself in a high-stakes alliance with Julian Thorne, her public rival, at the grand reopening of a luxury hotel. Their shared past is complicated by a professional betrayal, but now they must work together on a make-or-break project. The central conflict: a coveted promotion that only one of them can win, forcing them to navigate a minefield of ambition, unresolved feelings, and the lingering sting of past hurts. As they race against time and internal saboteurs, their forced proximity and shared passion for design begin to chip away at their animosity, revealing a slow-burn romance beneath the surface. The series promises an earned romantic payoff, where their professional rivalry ultimately paves the way for a deeper connection.