Design Perspectives (Gail M Davis)

What are the 3 things that you must do to get ahead? Be Consistent. Master your time & FOCUS. Trust me when I tell you that it is a daily challenge. And when I don't do what I am suppose to do, progress suffers. Listen in on to get better at this. 

Taylor & Taylor is an award-winning architecture and interior design firm based in the Wynwood Arts District of Miami, Florida. Phyllis runs her architecture and design firm with her architect husband William. They have been in business over 30 years.

www.taylorntaylor.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/taylorntaylorinc/

Co-founded in 2007 by interior designers Beth Dotolo and Carolina V. Gentry, Pulp Design Studios is an iconic force to be reckoned with in the world of interiors, and the firm brings a sense of adventure to the business of design.

With a forward-thinking approach to commerce and design, Pulp has established a unique viewpoint that combines luxury design and a flair for the unexpected. With studios in Seattle, Dallas, and Los Angeles, the Pulp team works with residential and commercial clients across the country, helping them define a personal style and transforming interiors into spaces that are brag-worthy and innovative.

https://pulpdesignstudios.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pulpdesigns/

Donna Dotan is an interiors, architectural and hospitality photographer with over 15 years of experience.

Her passion for photographing spaces stems from her love of beautiful and functional design and obsession with clean lines and natural light.

Donna was name amongst the top 100 Architectural Digest-Approved Interior Photographers in 2024.

Her work has been published in all of the major design publications, including House Beautiful, Architectural Digest, Luxe, Elle Decor, Interiors, Better Homes & Gardens, Dwell, Interior Design, and many more.

She currently resides in Montclair, New Jersey where she divides her time between photography and being a mother to two boys and her dog, Remy.

She is also the founder and principal photographer of the creative agency, DD-reps, which she runs along with her husband, Brian.

https://www.donnadotan.com/

https://www.instagram.com/donnadotanphoto/

https://www.instagram.com/dd_reps/

Cortney is an interior designer, developer and one half of the Novogratz design duo, who along with her husband Robert are beloved designers well-known for their eclectic style and boutique-inspired furniture and home accents. Their eponymous home furnishing lines are sold at major retailers, as well as their brisk e-commerce business, ShoptheNovogratz.com. Cortney is the co-founder of The Novogratz brand that aims to bring boutique designs at affordable prices to families around the world.

The Novogratz have had many celebrated collaborations, including the most recent new designs for Tempaper, working with the fabulous artist and creative director Donald Robertson (@Drawbertson), on two recent issues, Zebras in Love and Lips. Exciting new collabs are due for 2021 so stay tuned! The Novogratz create community through these collaborations and on social media generating a lot of user generated content.

Cortney is mother to seven children: Wolfgang, Bellamy, Tallulah, Breaker, Five, Holleder, and Major. The ability to integrate their work and personallives has given the Novogratz a unique perspective as to the needs of the modern family, and they love nothing more than bringing functional, beautifulsolutions to their customers.

Cortney and Robert are working on two major home projects, the iconic Pink House in Greenwich Village in New York, NY and the “Bird House”, another super-star project located on the much-coveted Bird Streets of Los Angeles. Both will be completed toward the second half of the year.

https://www.thenovogratz.com/

https://www.instagram.com/cortneynovogratz/?hl=en

Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers decorating ideas, home tours, gift guides and more. Previously, she served as the digital home editor at ELLE Decor.

https://www.instagram.com/moniquevaleris/?hl=en

Ariel Okin is the founder of her eponymous firm, Ariel Okin Interiors, a New York-based, full-service interior design firm specializing in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality projects across the country. Ariel’s signature style can be interpreted as “traditional with a twist” – warm, livable and elegant spaces, with an edited, contemporary and practical approach. A deft use of color, emphasis on clean lines, and mix of bespoke and antique items are hallmarks of her aesthetic, yet no two projects are alike; Ariel believes every home should reflect its owner.

Ariel established her firm in 2016, and has since been featured and profiled in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Domino, Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, and New York Magazine, among others. Ariel has been recognized as one of House Beautiful’s Next Wave Designers, an exclusive list of the top interior design talent in the country. Ariel has also received several prestigious industry awards, including House & Garden’s “The List”, Architectural Digest’s “Pro List” and Luxe Magazine's Gold List.

Ariel has launched multiple capsule collections, including wallpaper lines with Chasing Paper and The Mural Source, accessories with One Kings Lane, and most recently, a lighting line with Mitzi. Ariel's first interior design book will debut with Rizzoli in Fall 2025. 

Separate from her design work, Ariel helms her editorial and e-commerce site, Fenimore Lane, where she is Editor in Chief. She also hosts Fenimore Lane's popular design podcast, "Talk Shop", and leads Fenimore Lane's annual design summit at The Mayflower Inn & Spa. In addition to her work with Fenimore Lane, Ariel is a contributing writer to Vogue.com, Architectural Digest and Domino.

Current residential projects range across the country, from Greenwich, CT, and Cape Cod, MA, to Palm Beach, FL, and Oyster Bay, NY, among others. Ariel lives in Westchester, NY, with her husband, two daughters, and dog, Charlie.

https://www.arielokin.com/ https://www.instagram.com/arielokin/

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/talk-shop-with-ariel-okin-a-fenimore-lane-production/id1713624140

Sue Wadden is the Director of Color Markeing at Sherwin-Williams. We talk about 2021 Colormix Color Forecast, a collection of 40 hues across four storytelling palettes that designers and homeowners can expect to see more of in 2021.

https://www.sherwin-williams.com/

Today's guest is my client GraceAnne DiGiovacchino. She is a super busy woman who has a successful career, she is also a mom to a toddler & wife. GraceAnne found me via referral from a designer friend. She has NEVER worked with a designer & had no idea what to expect. She will share the lessons that she has learned being a homeowner &  what it is like to work with me. 

Najjiyya Perry is a top-tier real estate agent serving New Jersey. With a reputation for delivering exceptional client experiences, Najjiyya brings a deep understanding of the local market and a passion for helping families find their dream homes. Her expertise, commitment, and community-focused approach make her a standout in the real estate industry.

https://www.coldwellbankerhomes.com/nj/maplewood/agent/najjiyya-perry/aid_222044/

https://www.instagram.com/njpremierproperties/

Renee founded Tandem to address the conflict that often arises in the space between creativity and structure in business. She knew there was a better way to achieve success– by creating a sharp vision and building systems that work in tandem with the design process instead of trying to control it. Tandem puts design at the center of everything we do. We look at each client, business, and vision individually to find the best possible solution to align with our client’s values and desired goals. 
Renee is the business-minded problem solver. She understands the interior design industry, knows how to get straight to the heart of any issue, and always has a creative solution up her sleeve. https://with-tandem.com/

Virginia founded Toledo Geller in 2006 after recognizing a need in the luxury residential market for a firm with specialized knowledge in both the design and construction process. Formally trained in interior design, she also gained invaluable experience working along side her father, a general contractor, on construction sites. A native of Brooklyn, Virginia is a mother who loves historical fiction and entertaining in her 1920’s Craftsman style New Jersey home, which she is constantly updating.

The experience of renovating a children’s hospital playroom sparked Jessica’s decision to switch careers from social work to interior design. Her intuitive design sensibility is both innate and learned from experience in the field, and she gravitates towards the perfectly imperfect—such as introducing a color that seems “off” but magically completes the design. A mother of three, Jessica moved to Essex Fells within a year of renovating her 1850s Hoboken townhouse to embark on transforming a 1920s center hall colonial into the perfect cozy home for spending time with her family.

www.toledogeller.com

instagram.com/toledogeller/

A native of Toronto, Canada, Hema was a practicing attorney for several years before following her heart and pursuing a career in fashion. In 2014, she moved to Los Angeles to chase her goal, and spent the following 7 years dressing A-list celebrities, styling ad campaigns and editorials, and working with some of the top fashion talent in the world.
Completely self-taught, Hema's interior design career began in 2021 when one of her styling clients asked for help decorating their home. Because of her eye for design and ability to execute her creative vision, that first project snowballed into several more. Hema now designs residential and commercial spaces around the country. As the business continued to grow rapidly, it became clear that it needed its own identity apart from Hema. In 2022 Sagrada Studio was born out of her belief that there is no more sacred (“sagrada”) space on earth than where we live and create. The Sagrada Studio mission is to honor these sacred spaces by helping clients find their own version of timeless, always with an eye towards culture, luxury, and comfort.

https://www.sagradastudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hemaapersad/?hl=en

As a Chief Financial Officer for over 10 years, Danielle loved accounting but felt like something was missing while just helping investors and board of directors of large companies.

That’s when she realized her thrill for helping entrepreneurs, especially women, who were breaking the rules of business in order to create something amazing – something the rest of the world didn’t expect them to do. Danielle left corporate accounting and formed Kickstart Accounting, Inc; an accounting firm designed to help female entrepreneurs understand their financials in order to grow their businesses and become more profitable.

Since then she has realized entrepreneurs need more than just a bookkeeper; they need real financial analysis and education in order to get the confidence required to create the sustainable wealth they deserve.

https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kickstartaccounting/

At Stitchroom, they are a team of designers, upholsterers and sewers in Brooklyn, NY. They understand what it takes to make your design vision a reality.

https://www.stitchroom.com/

https://www.instagram.com/trystitchroom/?hl=en

I am so fortunate to know so many amazingly talented designers. Peti Lau is one jetsetting boss chick! I met Peti at NYSID & was always in awe of how talented & gracious she is. Her story has so many interesting twist and turns! She describes her brand as AristoFreak and you will understand why!

www.petilau.com

https://www.instagram.com/petilau_aristofreak/

Today's guest is the epitome of not letting anything slow her down. If she thinks it, it is happening!

Ariella Duker is a NYC based interior designer, whom recently had to start again but this time on her own. She shares her story about building her dream home, nesting & starting over on her own. 

Please follow her on instagram @arielladuker & check out her website: www.arielladukerinteriors.com.

This is the final episode for 2024. I will be back next year with a media company producing the episodes. Yay! Today's episode is me being vulnerable with how I feel going into 2025.

Thank you for listening & being apart of my Design Perspectives family! You are AMAZING & I am so BLESSED to have you listening. Have a GREAT holiday season!

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It is time for you to be SELFISH! There, I said it! It is time for you to be ok with taking time out from the world to connect/reconnect with who YOU are and what you want for your life. To live a life that is fulfilled, you have to be ok with taking time to be alone and shutting the world out. It is time to live your BEST life! Learn to live OUT LOUD!

Grace Bonney is an author, blogger and entrepreneur. Bonney wrote In The Company of Women, a book featuring more than 100 stories about women entrepreneurs who overcame adversity. She also wrote the DIY interior design book Design*Sponge at Home.

Interior Designers are creatives at heart but they often lack the business savvy required to run large scale projects, complex budgets, and a million moving pieces.

At MLIG, our background is in business first. We use our exceptional focus & sophisticated process to expertly manage and execute your project. Our clients often say, “This was the smoothest design process we’ve ever experienced.”

Heidi Caillier Design is a full-service interior design firm, with a project portfolio spanning San Francisco, Los Angeles, New England, the Pacific Northwest and beyond. The studio is experienced in everything from new build construction to simple room refreshes. We work closely with architects, builders, contractors, furniture makers, and artisans to create unique spaces that are client-friendly and speak to your specific needs.

Our design philosophy is based on the belief that homes should be comfortable and livable while at the same time beautiful and curated. Our style mixes old with new, integrating textures and color, layered with pieces that feel travelled and have history. An intrinsic love of vintage furniture and materials that feature raw and natural textures balance our appreciation of color and pattern to create spaces that feel practical and effortless.

https://heidicaillierdesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/heidicaillierdesign/

I first met Antonio when he shot me for Ebony Magazine. We immediately hit it off and have kept in touch. His an AMAZING self taught photographer that has traveled the world (and is still traveling). Please enjoy our interview, I know I did. 

Tram is a full-time chemical engineer who has spent many years working in consumer industries. She has always fallen in love with the feeling of transforming simple elements into everyday products. There have been countless moments when she felt incredibly excited to see the products she has worked on land on grocery shelves. The feeling is pure joy.

Her love for these consumer products grows bigger every day, which is why I am so passionate about creating a product line that she can proudly call her own. What could be better than making your home feel cozier, healthier, and non-toxic? This passion led to the birth of 'Living Good Candle Co.'

https://lgcandle.com/

https://www.instagram.com/LivingGoodCandleCo

Haley Chouinard is the managing editor of Business of Home, the daily publication of record for the home industry. She previously held editorial roles at Galerie and House Beautiful. In a past life, Haley covered arts & entertainment for Bustle, TDF Stages, and Rolling Stone.

https://www.instagram.com/haleychouinard/?hl=en

When solving a design predicament—from acquiring a rare piece of art or picking out the perfect fabric—they leave no tile unturned and finish by directing a full, perfect installation. Abby Hetherington Interiors has developed a strong business team in house and with the area's finest craftsmen, artisans, architects and builders. Using this elite network, AHI collaborates with each, drawing from their master skills to give creative life to their custom visions for your project. Others have been drawn to Abby Hetherington Interiors' inspiring and unique designs. AHI work has been featured in numerous publications including Country Living, Mountain Living, Sky Journal, Western Art & Architecture and Cowboys & Indians.

Abby Hetherington Interiors is housed with its sister company, the Architect's Wife, in the historic Montana Motor Supply building in downtown Bozeman.

http://abbyhetheringtoninteriors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/abbyhetheringtoninteriors/?hl=en

Shira Gill is the creative force behind Shira Gill Home, a lifestyle brand and popular blog. Her Virtual Closet Makeover Program and Get Organized Master Class sell out instantly, with hundreds of participants from all over the world. Shira has grown a cult-like following on Instagram, where her followers devour her authentic and funny content and share their own fifteen-minute wins (#15MinWin), from cleaning out a messy junk drawer to adding a calendar reminder to call their mother-in-law.

She is releasing her first book, MINIMALISTA (Ten Speed Press, October 12th, 2021)- an approachable, fun, and effective guide to understanding what you want and need to feel better at home, this fall.

https://shiragill.com/

https://www.instagram.com/shiragill/?hl=en

Liz Lidgett's passion for art allowed her to see that competent art consulting for private companies and corporations was a need that wasn’t being filled. With that in mind, she began her art consultation business, Adore Your Walls, in 2013. Since then, her business has grown and she recognized once again that online and national consulting – the type that exists for furniture and interior design – was completely absent for the world of art and has expanded her services, including a gallery space. With her developed expertise, Adore Your Walls has evolved into her new brand: Liz Lidgett Gallery + Design. Within the rebrand, Liz continues to consult, partner with artists and regularly contribute to design publications across the country.

https://www.lizlidgett.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lizlidgett/

https://www.lizlidgett.com/podcast

Today my guest is interior designer Michael Adams & he is wonderful! He is a New York based interior designer who has projects all over from Jackson Hole, Wyoming to England. His clients love him so much that his business comes from client referrals. 

Listen how he shares his story and how optimistic he is.

www.michaeladams.com

Ana joined Creative Matters as a designer in 1999, enjoyed many years as Creative Director and became a Vice President and partner in 2017. She balances a combination of highly evolved technical expertise with insightful planning, creative designs and organized leadership. Ana manages a team of versatile professionals who contribute diverse skills, languages and cultural fluencies to each project they touch.

 With an extensive and international portfolio, Ana is no stranger to collaborating across multiple time zones, countries and cultures. She has designed for residences, boutiques, restaurants, hotels and retail spaces for prominent brands and commercial clients worldwide.

Clients respect her as a trusted advisor. As a result, Ana has had the good fortune to work with repeat clients on multiple projects. Ana speaks at trade shows in Canada, the U.S. Europe and Asia. She has travelled to Nepal, India, Thailand and the U.S. to work directly with our mill partners. She is proud to work with Label STEP – our fair trade partner – to ensure the best working conditions for the artisans who weave our handknotted rugs.

 Ana has built her expertise over the last 21 years on the philosophy of creating designs that are not only beautiful but have a deep understanding of the interior designer’s vision for the overall space.

 Her recent business passion is working with clients on hospitality projects that include both floor and wallcoverings. These capture many of the creative elements she loves along with an intense level of project management.

 Ana is a graduate of the Textile Studio at Sheridan College in Canada.

Ali joined Creative Matters in 2006 as a designer and steadily evolved into a people and project management role, becoming Vice President and partner in 2017. Consequently she brings a wealth of creative and project management expertise to hospitality, restaurant, retail and residential floorcovering design projects. Ali’s approach to all projects is to lead with knowledge and learning, making her experience openly available to clients, colleagues and peers. She has successfully managed projects in Canada, the U.S., South Asia and the Caribbean. Ali works with sustainable design principles, an emphasis on natural materials and a collaborative approach to problem solving.

Listening to and understanding our clients’ needs and developing team relationships are essential for Ali. She’s exceptional at communicating design direction to our designers and translating design concepts into stunning solutions.

Ali works with clients, mills and Creative Matters team members to create an inclusive environment where both people and projects can thrive. She has travelled to India, Thailand, China and the U.S. to work directly with our mills.

Recently Ali was the project lead for an award-winning hotel project in Detroit that required 277 rugs made in three different countries including Afghanistan where she helped organize a wonderful collaboration between The World Bank, Turquoise Mountain and our fair trade endorser Label STEP.

Ali is a graduate in fine art and geography from the University of Guelph in Canada.

https://creativemattersinc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/cmi_design/

Erika Hollinshead Ward is an award-winning, published interior designer and the founder of Erika Ward Interiors, a design firm and showroom specializing in a contemporary meets classic interior design aesthetic.

With a strong foundation in business and finance and over a decade of experience as an interior designer, Erika has become a leader in East Coast design while also serving clients nationwide. Since the firm’s inception in 2006, Erika Ward Interiors has grown exponentially and thrilled countless design clients with her team’s attention to detail and client-focused services. In fact over eighty percent of her business is from repeat clients and referrals.

Erika also works closely with brands such as Home Depot, High Point Market, ADAC Atlanta, S.C. Johnson and Company, and Rowe Furniture as a spokesperson and brand ambassador in targeted marketing campaigns.

However, her proudest roles are as a wife to her husband, Chris, and a mother to their five children, Evan, Ava, Dallas, Cameron, and Brooke.

http://erikaward.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mrserikaward/?hl=en

Do you consider that your home is therapeutic? It is important that how you design your home replenishes your spirit. So many folks take decorating & designing their home lightly. It is your safe haven where you rear your family & spend time with loved ones. In this episode, I want you to look at why you should be hiring a designer with new eyes.

Kaitlin Petersen is the editor in chief of Business of Home. She is also the author of the site’s 50 States Project, a weekly series that chronicles the unique challenges of running a design firm through interviews with interior designers state by state, and host of the podcast Trade Tales. Kaitlin has been writing about style and design for a decade, and her work has appeared in Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Metropolitan Home and Veranda, as well as Chicago, Texas Monthly, Time Out New York, and the international editions of Vanity Fair and Vogue.

https://businessofhome.com/masthead/kaitlin_petersen

https://www.instagram.com/knpetersen/?hl=en

This is a message to faux ally's every where. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable and unlearn the entitlement & hatred that upholds white supremacy. STOP acting shock when you get it wrong. STOP with the hypocrisy. DO BETTER. That's it. 

Kelsey Mulvey is a freelance journalist is San Francisco. Prior to going freelance, Kelsey created lifestyle content for the Wall Street Journal and Business Insider. Her work has been featured in Lonny, My Domaine, Apartment Therapy, and many more! She is also the founder of Office Hours, a newsletter that has candid conversations about being your own boss!

https://www.instagram.com/kmulvs/?hl=en

Kati Curtis Design is a full service, interior design firm based in New York City specializing in classic design with a global influence. Whether designing residential or commercial spaces, KCD has built a reputation on achieving highly individual results for a discerning, international clientele.

KCD crafts visual stories that become signature surroundings. Guided by clients’ aspirations, as well as their diverse experiences, the firm designs singular interiors, which allow clients to fully express who they are, and what holds meaning to them.

The history and location of the project, coupled with KCD’s broad base of experience, and its firm belief that successful design must be generated by the individual characteristics of each project, let’s KCD create extraordinary interiors. A portfolio of completed work includes historic restorations, contemporary renovations and new construction projects.

Supported by an underlying thread of sustainable quality, Kati Curtis Design ensures that the clients’ greatest investment is also their greatest source of comfort, pride and self-expression.

https://www.katicurtisdesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katicurtisdesign/?hl=en

Lucy is known for her fearlessly bold & timeless interiors. Her work has been featured in House Beautiful, The Washington Post, The Hunt, and more including several national cover stories on her business process and design beliefs. She brings a diverse set of skills sets with her background in both medicine and fine arts. She brings both her right and left brain strengths to create a one of a kind project and process for clients. She currently leads her team outside of Philadelphia but manages projects across the nation. She graduated from Johns Hopkins University and lives in Swarthmore, Pennsylvania with her two children and husband. When she isn't busy running Tartan & Toile, you can find her at Hobbs, swimming, gardening or with her family.

https://www.tartantoile.com/ https://www.instagram.com/tartanntoile/

Kelly founded Joy Street design in 2011 with a simple idea in mind—that everyone deserves to live in a home they love which can only be achieved when the space is personal, functional, and comfortable.

As a former lawyer, Kelly is no stranger to managing large, complex projects. With her fun personality, energy, and love of bold colors she brings the perfect combination of project management, creative design ideas, and unparalleled service to her clients.

Kelly loves working with young families to bring life, fun and color to older homes. Her signature style fuses vibrant colors and contemporary designs. When she isn’t designing, you can find Kelly traveling the world with her family, and gaining inspiration for her projects, or working on her non-profit, Joy Street Initiative.

https://www.joystreetdesign.com/about/joystreet

https://www.instagram.com/joystreetdesign/?hl=en

Designer Linda Hayslett has a strong fashion and entertainment background. A lot of her inspirations comes from her experience working at companies such as VH1, Allure, W, Details & InStyle Magazine.

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She lived and worked in New York City for many years soaking up the electric vibe of the city. After working in fashion on the east coast, in 2003 she made a decision to move west and become an Angeleno. Linda planted roots in Los Angeles and started to absorb the west coast atmosphere. She worked with a well known celebrity stylist and assisted in styling celebrities such as Hillary Swank, Sandra Oh, Charlize Theron, Heather Graham and more.

Her passion in creativity led her to go back to school and get a degree for Interior Design at FIDM. After graduating Summa Cum Laude in Interior Design, Linda became interested in construction and planning. While Co-Designing on projects with other designers, Linda created LH.Designs. 

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From her connections and experience in the industry, she adds an arsenal of skills along with her talents. With her knowledge, she has infused a warm touch that is often missed when clients hire only a contractor or architect for their project. She realized that offering services that tailor and integrate the designer with construction at each level of building, from concept to completion, was the best way a person would truly get the lifestyle experience that they are looking for. By infusing a construction team with design, LH.Designs can uniquely make a client's project not only aesthetically pleasing but can raise the property's value higher than expected.

https://www.lhdesigned.com/

https://www.instagram.com/lhdesigned/

Atelier Davis is a full-service, multi-faceted design studio headed by Jessica Davis with offices in Atlanta, New York, and Los Angeles. The studio oversees residential and hospitality interiors, furniture, product and landscape design. As head of the firm, Jessica combines her talent for hand-sketching and space planning, enabling her to conjure up personalized plans for her clients. Atelier Davis is known for its ability to enhance the original bones of an interior with period specific finishes, while also modernizing spaces with an unexpected mix of furniture and decoration. The firm has worked on new-builds, restored Victorian gems, and taken mid-century modern homes into the present day. Atelier Davis’ women-led team supports fellow working mothers, socially-conscious manufacturers and suppliers to create inspiring interiors. https://atelierdavis.com/

https://www.instagram.com/atelier_davis

Asad Syrkett is the new Editor-in-Chief of Elle Decor. Recently, he was Deputy Editor at the design and cities website Curbed, where he oversaw the senior editing and reporting staff. He's also held staff positions at Architectural Digest and Architectural Record magazines. Beyond the written word, he has guest-lectured at Harvard's Graduate School of Design, appeared on panels at South By Southwest and Design Miami, and co-hosted two seasons of a design podcast, The Curbed Appeal. Asad graduated from Columbia University with a degree in architectural history and lives in Brooklyn.

http://www.asadsyrkett.com/

https://www.instagram.com/as4d/

This is a special episode to discuss true commitment when it comes to anti-racist work. I am watching folks check boxes like it is a to do list. I am here to tell you that it is NOT! This is a life long commitment of unlearning raciscm as well as looking at your privilege under a magnifying lens. It is not enought to attend a rally or write a check to a black organization, it is way more than that! My question to you is, "are you REALLY committed?"  It looks like you want recognition for your performance. 

Brooke Lang graduated from the University of Illinois with a Masters of Architecture degree. Her design career began in 2006 while working for some of Chicago’s top architecture firms including Brazley, Epstein Global and Harding Partners. Brooke studied overseas at the Sede di Roma facilities in Rome and won the Donald E. Bergeson Sustainable Design Award for the “Office of the Future” design concept.  

Since 2008, Brooke has been involved in a number of organizations including the Chicago Coalition for the Homeless, Interior Design Peer Alliance (IDPA), NOMA (National Organization of Minority Architects) and Grove3547, a Bronzeville community organization.  In addition, she also taught architecture history classes for City Colleges of Chicago Center for Distance Learning program.

https://www.brookelang.com/

https://www.instagram.com/brooke.lang.design/

Stephanie believes tht good esign is not embodied in a specific design style. Good design is the careful consideration of scale and proportion; the study of light and color. It tells of the old while embracing the new. It reflects a life, YOUR life. And every interior space, just like every life, shoud be one of a kind. 

https://www.sabbeinteriordesign.com/home

https://www.instagram.com/sabbeinteriordesign/

When comparison kicks in, it will eat away at your self esteem & make you second guess yourself. DO NOT allow this to happen to you. We are ALL great within our lane & what is for you is for YOU! Learn to celebrate those that are around you & cheer them on, because one day, they will do it for YOU!

Since launching BHDM Design in 2012, Dan has encouraged his growing team to create evocative spaces that people want to be in, stay in, celebrate in, and live in. In tandem with a vast portfolio of residential projects across the US, Dan has worked with a number of renowned brands and beloved clientele including the Harvard Club of New York, Google, Ralph Lauren, Kate Spade, and Calvin Klein, among others. He has also helped visually define successful startups including Casper, Tend, and Real. Notably, earlier this year, Dan launched ARCHIVE by Dan Mazzarini, which is an e-commerce “blogazine” featuring a series of shoppable trend roundups, home tours, curated design inspiration and more - inspired by a mix of his favorite go-to products and trends, as well as those that he admires and appeal to a wide range of aesthetic preferences. 

https://www.bhdmdesign.com/

https://archivebydm.com/

https://www.instagram.com/danmazzarini/

I am still on my introspective journey. How do you define success? What is your idea of happiness? Prosperity? I have a few ideas that I am sharing. 

Founded by NKBA certified kitchen designer Tanya Smith-Shiflett, Unique Kitchens & Baths designs bespoke kitchens and baths nationwide having built a radical following of over 90,000 Instagram followers in just 5 years. All cabinetry is customized with lifetime warranty and approximately 10 week lead times (other brands are typically 18-21 weeks!) and proudly manufactured here in the U.S by expert millworkers along with a team of in-house designers and Tanya's COO husband/master craftsman David. In just 5 years, they have designed over 5,000 kitchens and collaborated with esteemed industry-leading interior designers such as Lauren Liess, Zoe Feldman, Light and Dwell and Storie Collective. Today, UK&B offers design under their own direction and are opening new showrooms in New York City, Nashville and Austin, Texas with existing showrooms in Great Falls VA, Washington DC, and Halethorpe MD. 

https://www.uniquekitchensandbaths.net/

https://www.instagram.com/uniquekitchensandbaths/

Davina Ogilvie is founder of Wovn Home, a direct-to-consumer custom window treatments company based in New York. 

After growing up in Bangkok, Thailand surrounded by beautiful custom window treatments, Davina was surprised to find a lack of options to choose from when she was decorating her own Manhattan apartment. When she turned to local upholstery shops, she found they were incredibly expensive and also required months-long lead times. On the other hand, big box retailers only offered standard sizes that were often poor quality. Rather than choosing either of these less-than-desirable options, she decided to use her previous experience from working in the New York fashion industry to create her own custom window treatments. From this experience, she created and launched Wovn Home in September 2019, offering designer-quality custom window treatments at an accessible price point.

Wovn Home’s fabrics are made of luxurious linens sourced from premium textile mills in Belgium, while the patterns are designed exclusively for Wovn and screen printed in Los Angeles. The brand’s drapes, shades and pillows are produced in North Carolina through family owned workrooms that have generations of experience and knowledge in the industry to ensure a quality product. Through Wovn Home, Davina hopes to enable consumers and designers alike to create beautifully customized spaces that complement and reflect their own style and preferences.

Regine is a renaissance DIY Maven! She is all about her love for interior design and all that makes a house a home, from DIY projects, home renovations, interviews with interior designers, and the Haitian food she is cooking up in the Kreyol Kitchen.

https://the256project.com/

https://www.instagram.com/the256project/

For nearly 20 years, we at Annie Elliott Design have listened to our clients, earned their trust, and created gorgeous homes that feature our hallmark mix of modern furnishings, antiques, and art.

Once we understand your needs and preferences – and, importantly, how you live – we design comfortable spaces that withstand the rigors of family living and shine when you entertain.

We invigorate your home with the finest furniture, enliven it by juxtaposing pattern with solid textures, and pull everything together with color. With access to the best resources and long-standing relationships with top tradespeople, we insist on the highest quality in both furnishings and workmanship.

The greatest compliment we receive from our clients is, “You made my home look like me – but I couldn’t have done it without you.”

https://annieelliottdesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/annieelliottdesign/

In this episode, we're talking about a critical question every business owner faces: to scale or not scale? When to hire a business coach? Should I become a business coach? It's a decision that could shape the future of your business, but there's no one-size-fits-all answer. Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur, a seasoned pro, or someone just curious about how to work smarter-not harder-this episode is for YOU! Tune in as we explore how business coaching can help you gain clarity, avoid burnout, and ultimately decide what's best for your journey. You won't want to miss this conversation, packed with insights to help you make the decision for your business.

ELAINE SANTOS DESIGN CREATES INTERIORS KNOWN FOR THEIR WARMTH, EXPRESSIVENESS, AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL.

ELAINE HAS A REVERENCE FOR THE INHERENT BEAUTY OF NATURAL MATERIALS, LANDSCAPES, AND THOUGHTFULLY INCORPORATES ELEMENTS OF EACH INTO EVERY PROJECT. THE ESD AESTHETIC EMBRACES BOTH ART AND DESIGN, WHERE EACH PERSONALIZED SPACE IS ELEVATED WITH DYNAMIC MIXES OF VINTAGE AND CONTEMPORARY PIECES AND SITE-SPECIFIC ARTISANAL WORKS.

STARTING HER CAREER IN NYC, SANTOS WAS A LEAD DESIGNER AT TWO PRESTIGIOUS MANHATTAN INTERIOR DESIGN FIRMS, AND FOR NINE AND A HALF YEARS SHE LEAD THE INTERIOR DESIGN DEPARTMENT AT BARLISWEDLICK ARCHITECTS LLC, AN ARCHITECTURAL DIGEST TOP 100 FIRM, SPECIALIZING IN MODERN RESIDENTIAL DESIGN, BASED IN NYC AND HUDSON, NY.  DURING HER TIME THERE, HER DESIGNS WERE NOMINATED FOR INTERIOR DESIGN MAGAZINE'S BEST OF YEAR AWARD, AND HER WORK LANDED ON THE COVER OF THE HOME SECTION OF THE NEW YORK TIMES AND DWELL MAGAZINE. ELAINE'S APPRECIATION FOR SUSTAINABLE DESIGN HAS BROUGHT HER TO BE AN INVITED PANELIST AT CONFERENCES AND FORUMS HOSTED BY INTERIOR DESIGN MAGAZINE AND LUXE MAGAZINE. SHE HOLDS A DEGREE IN INTERIOR DESIGN FROM PARSONS SCHOOL OF DESIGN.

https://www.elainesantos.com/

https://www.instagram.com/elainensantos/

Todd Raymond, principal of the firm, founded the studio in April of 2020. While opening a new design firm in the midst of a global pandemic presented unique challenges, Todd did not let that deter him. He already has a few exciting projects in the pipeline that we'd be happy to share with you. Before opening his firm, Todd worked with the likes of top designers such as Tony Chi and Pembrooke and Ives as well as AD100 designers Dan Fink and Shawn Henderson.

https://www.instagram.com/studiotoddraymond/

https://www.studiotoddraymond.com/

The roots of our products are in Johanna’s native Sweden. That is where, as a young girl, she sat in her mother’s atelier as she meticulously crafted dresses by hand.
Johanna learned to appreciate the quality and versatility that only hand work can achieve. And it is where she was surrounded by the clean elegance of Scandinavian design.
As a young woman, Johanna took these influences with her to America to attend fashion school and then to establish herself as a successful clothing designer.
Working for such companies as BCBG, Katayone Adeli, Express and Gap - her accessible designs have been worn by women all over the country.  Whether gracing  the pages of Vogue, an actress’ wardrobe or a special night out,  her designs made women feel special.
Now, Johanna has turned her eye to designing for the home. Through her travels, she has discovered incredibly talented artisans and collaborates with them to elevate their traditional craftsmanship with refined composition.
Whether engaging the dyers in the highlands of Peru or the weaving families of Portugal, she envisions the possibilities of their techniques and incorporates their unique skills into her products.
The result of this marriage of cultures and creativity is “a revelation” that is “simply breathtaking.” https://www.johannahoward.com/

https://www.instagram.com/johannahowardhome/

I'm sitting down with Howard A. Lim, a master brand developer and the genius behind HOW Creative. If you're serious about taking your business to the next level, you won't want to miss this conversation. Hoard shares his insights on what makes a brand truly impactful and how strategic brand development can transform your business from the inside out. Whether you're building your brand or reinventing it, tune in to hear from one of the best in the industry.

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https://www.howcreative.com/

https://www.youtube.com/user/HowardALim

https://www.howcreative.com/online-brand-assessment/

Why hiring an interior designer is of VALUE to your wallet, your home and your sanity. 

With a background in painting and conceptual art, Brian Paquette brings a singular point of view to the Seattle and San Francisco interior design scene. Rather than following a particular style, he draws inspiration from a variety of sources: architecture, travel, and the natural world, to name a few. For Brian, interior design is not something sterile or static; it’s a living extension of art, meant to be touched, used and admired.

That mindset is at the heart of Brian Paquette Interiors. We are a high end design firm and we build custom spaces that are at once open and intimate, grounded yet light. Our Seattle interior design team works through a close, collaborative process, creating homes that reflect our clients’ identity, history and aspirations. We partner with local craftsmen to ensure every element in our projects is unique and carefully considered, with its own story that adds to the greater whole.

Founded in 2009, Brian Paquette Interiors provides full-service interior design. Our Seattle and San Francisco interiors have been featured in Architectural Digest, Dwell, Luxe Magazine and more. We also regularly work in Los Angeles, New York City, British Columbia and beyond.

In addition to interior design, we offer furniture, textiles and décor through Brian Paquette at Home. Our online shop is yet another extension of Brian’s personal aesthetic. Experience it for yourself.

https://brianpaquetteinteriors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/brian.paquette_/?hl=en

Dara Caponigro is the Chief Creative Officer of F. Schumacher & Co. and Creative Director of Schumacher. F. Schumacher & Co. is a 131-year-old American company that comprises both Schumacher, the luxury fabric and wallcovering house, and Patterson Flynn Martin, the prestigious rug firm. Caponigro directs and oversees product development, digital and print marketing, PR and events, licensing, the Schumacher blog and visual merchandising. She is also Editor in Chief of Schumacher’s luxury design magazine, Frederic. Caponigro is the author of The Authentics, which delves into the lives and homes of original trailblazers in the creative world as well as Domino, the Book of Decorating, a NY Times bestseller. Her most recent book S Is for Style: The Schumacher Book of Decoration celebrates the limitless possibilities of decorating and helps readers identify their personal style. Prior to joining Schumacher, Caponigro held many illustrious positions as a magazine editor, specializing in interior design and architecture. Most recently, Caponigro was the Editor-in-Chief of Veranda, establishing it as a global luxury brand. During her tenure, which coincided with both a recession and a decline in overall magazine readership, both Veranda's newsstand sales and advertising revenue increased by double digit percentages. Caponigro was also a founding editor of domino where she was Style Director from 2004 to 2009. She also held the positions of Design and Decoration Director at Elle Decor and Decorating Director at House Beautiful. She began her career at The Cooper-Hewitt Museum. Caponigro is known for her ability to develop and invigorate brands, whether it’s breathing new life into existing companies or building them from scratch. With her discerning eye and uncanny ability to know her audience, she is able to dissect a property’s assets, give it a distinct personality, and evolve it to its full potential. Caponigro holds a BA from Barnard College where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa. She lives in the Bronx with her husband, David Steinberger, and their two children, Sofia and Stefan. Their homes have been published in House Beautiful, Elle Decor, Veranda, domino, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.

https://www.instagram.com/dara_caponigro/?hl=en

hmoore@fsco.com

The Meridian Experience is a 4-day  in person event tailored to celebrate and support the multi hyphenate design creative on their designpreneur journey through a curated curriculum & intentional relationship building.

Meridian — Making Exceptional Relationships with Interior Design Influencers through Authentic Networking — is more than just a conference. It’s an experience that’s designed to bridge the gap between interior designers & home influencers for meaningful & intentional exchanges.

It’s a conference in the way that a conference allows you to network & learn.

It’s a retreat in the way that a retreat allows you to recharge your battery.

It’s a reunion in the way that a reunion allows you to connect with your people.

https://meweekend.com/

https://albieknows.design/

https://www.instagram.com/albieknows/

Born and raised in New York City, I always found myself surrounded by cutting edge art and stunning architecture.

My passion for art was one that developed early in life and always stuck with me. While studying Graphic Arts & Architecture at the City University of New York, I discovered photography through my coursework and began diving into the medium as a hobby. That hobby soon flourished into a professional career as I discovered a way to combine my excitement for photography & architecture.

I spent the first 15 years of my professional career as a Photographer, Art Director and Creative Director for marketing organizations across New Jersey and New York City. Today, as an independent photographer, I am able to combine 15 years of client-facing services, along with my vision as an artist to bring a best in class customer experience to my clients.

https://mikevantassell.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mikevantassell/

Artist & vintage curator Carmen Nash Nash's nuanced design perspective comes from her spirituality and rich heritage, rooted in experiences as a Black Southern artist. She has designed an assortment of light for Troy Lighting.

https://www.instagram.com/loftandthought/

KES Studio is a boutique atelier that offers innovative and smart interior design and lifestyle services for design-forward residential clients and one-of-a-kind hospitality environments.

Whether it’s from travel, art and even her clients, Kara is always drawing inspiration and looking to expand her knowledge, push her imagination and challenge norms to stay at the cutting edge of design and lifestyle trends.

https://www.kes-studio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kesstudio/?hl=en

I am here to tell you that paint is NOT the first thing you do. Folks move into a new house & are gifted with a paint consultation for their home. They have individuals come in and advise them on paint, but they do not have any furniture!

Katie Borchardt is a trained architectural designer and the Director of Jean Stoffer's cabinetry company, Stoffer Home Cabinetry.  With over 19 years of experience in interior residential design, Katie received training in Classical and Traditional architectural design and a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from The University of Notre Dame, graduating cum laude.  She has worked with many high-profile architectural firms and cabinetry-makers over her career, most notably Jean Stoffer Design, Christopher Peacock, O'Brien Harris, Hammond Beeby Rupert Ainge Architects, and Liederbach & Graham Architects.  Katie has been honored to collaborate with over a hundred clientele since the launch of Stoffer Home Cabinetry in 2019.  Her mission is to deliver the most functional, beautiful and high-quality designs and cabinetry, with an emphasis on superb customer experience.  https://www.stofferhomecabinetry.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stofferhomecabinetry/

The Vale London was founded in 2017 by Melinda Marquardt. After working in sales for an American textile company for seven years, she decided to start up her own business.

Partnering her education in fine art with her many years of sales experience, Melinda created the Vale London to provide exquisite textiles and wallpapers to the luxury interiors market.

Each pattern starts out as an original piece of art work; illustrated by hand and produced by the finest mills. Each metre of fabric or roll of wallpaper is a piece of art for the home. Texture, colour and design work symbiotically to create each unique piece. Melinda creates timeless designs that will adorn windows and walls for many years.

www.thevalelondon.co.uk

https://www.instagram.com/thevalelondon/

Christina Kim is the principal designer and owner of Christina Kim Interior Design, a New Jersey-based firm specialized in the ground up construction of modern beach homes. Once an aspiring actress, her obsession with design and innate curiosity lead her to the world of interiors. Her work is influenced by the scenes in LA, NYC and Paris. She is guided by her design education, travels and a lifetime of training her eye. In her spare time, she hunts for vintage treasures! Christina leads a busy life in the Jersey shore town of Manasquan with her husband and four children.  http://www.christinakiminteriordesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/ckiminteriordesign/

Kammi Reiss is the founder and president of Kammi Reiss Design, L.L.C., an interior design firm specializing in residential and commercial commissions, as well as custom products and furnishings. Kammi’s approach to interiors is client focused. She develops each project based on the specific needs, interests, and style of the client, making the finished product their ideal environment.

Kammi’s career in design began when she was a member of the founding editorial staff of the US edition of Elle Décor. Kammi served as the Photo Editor where, in addition to coordinating all of the photography for the magazine, she also supervised and styled many of the photos featured on the cover and inside the magazine. In 1999, Kammi pivoted her design career to launch an eponymous handbag line with The Pegasus Apparel Group. After 10 years building Kammi Reiss Handbags to a successful brand of custom bags, Kammi was drawn back into the world of interiors by a hotel commission. She felt she had returned to her passion and moved back to designing interiors exclusively. Kammi loves excellent craftsmanship, welcoming environments, and designs that endure.

www.kammireissdesign.com

https://www.instagram.com/kammireissdesign/

This is a story about falling in love, taking chances, and of course, Brooklyn. 

We met on an app in 2017 and chatted non-stop for two weeks before ever meeting in person. Immediately, we bonded over our shared love of architecture and design, and have been inseparable ever since.

Although Jordan is from Las Vegas and Barry is from New Orleans, we’ve called Brooklyn home for 15 years. Our first dates were biking around Bed Stuy, admiring the beautiful brownstones and dreaming about our future home.

Six months into dating, we purchased our first home together – a 130 year old historic brownstone. We know, we move fast! 

Our fixer-upper was in need of some major renovations but we needed to squeeze our dreams into our budget. People say that renovating a home is the most stressful thing a couple ever goes through but it became our foundation.

We started our own blog and Instagram to document the renovation process and quickly built an incredible online community. We finally worked up the courage to ask one of our followers, Simply Cyn, if she wanted help with her renovation. Her “yes!” completely transformed our lives.

Since then, we’ve completed over 25 projects, expanded to a team of seven, and even wrote a book, For the Love of Renovating, which is available at your local bookstore or online. 

When we’re not taking measurements, laying tile, or stripping a 200-year-old bannister, you’ll find us sipping iced coffees on our stoop, taking our 10-year-old puppy, Zuko, on a walk, and of course, still biking together through our beautiful neighborhood – now as fiancés. 

https://thebrownstoneboys.com/

https://www.instagram.com/brownstoneboys/?hl=en

Hello beautiful people! I am back and excited to dive into some key topics; customer service, communication, and accountability.

Recently, I found myself facing a situation that demanded direct action. As creatives, we're natually sensitive about our craft - it's part of what makes our work so unique. But there's a balance to strike: being open to critical feedback is just as essential. For me, ensuring my clients' satisfaction isn't just about completing a project; it's about building lasting relationships. Happy clients aren't just a one-time success-they're the cornerstone of repeat business and the source of invaluable referrals. Let's dive into how I navigated this challenge and what it means for creative professionals like us.

Established in 1998 by Philip J. Consalvo, PJCArchitecture is an award winning boutique firm dedicated to transforming lives through innovative, tailored design solutions. United by a shared passion for beautiful, functional, and impactful architecture, the firm’s culturally diverse team possesses years of combined experience in architecture, interior architecture, planning, and construction management services in both the United States and abroad.

PJCA’s collaborative approach is client-focused from conceptualization to construction. Taking into consideration budget, design challenges, and client goals, PJCA’s highly individualized process is led by design excellence, a commitment to sustainability, and passion. The team thrives on the energy of creative exchange, building fruitful, fulfilling, and long lasting relationships with clients. PJCA’s expertise is adaptable to every context, bringing human-focused, personalized solutions to projects big and small, commercial and residential, of all budgets. PJCA is headquartered in NYC and serves clients throughout the country and beyond.

https://www.pjcarchitecture.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pjcarchitecture/

Hadley Keller is a writer and editor based in New York, covering design, interiors, and culture. She served as Associate Market Editor, Design Reporter, and News Editor for Architectural Digest and AD PRO before joining House Beautiful, where she continues to cover the work of talented interior designers. Hadley is a staunch maximalist who has been known to “rescue” unwanted furniture from the streets of New York. She loves travel, cooking, entertaining, and visiting museums as often as she can.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/hadleykeller/?hl=en

Founder, creative director, and award-winning interior designer Ami Mckay holds the esteemed distinction of being recognized as one of "Canada's Top Five Interior Designers" by Chatelaine Magazine and is further acknowledged as one of the "Top 5 Designers to Watch" by Rue Magazine.

As a sustainable and forward thinker for her company PURE Design Inc, Ami has brought forth recognition in prominent publications such as Architectural Digest, Time Magazine, Martha Stewart, House & Home, and more. Her innovative methodology, emphasizing that every space she designs should evoke joy and harmony for her clients above all, has empowered her to explore design styles that distinctly foster harmony within each environment. In 2022, Ami secured the prestigious North American award for small traditional kitchen design, from the NKBA (National Kitchen and Bath Association), while also being chosen for House & Home’s esteemed list of top designers in Canada.  

Ami is on a mission to infuse every space she designs for her clients with joy and harmony. She takes the time to truly listen to her clients, understanding their vision, purpose, and what brings them happiness. By doing so, she creates beautiful and welcoming surroundings that reflect their unique desires and preferences. Ami's ultimate purpose is fulfilled when she witnesses the transformative impact her work has on her clients' lives and the broader world. 

https://www.purebyamimckay.com/

https://www.instagram.com/puredesigninc/

Acclaimed interior designer, Dwayne Bergmann founded his eponymous firm, Dwayne Bergmann Interiors in 2013 with the mission of reimagining and redefining environments to reflect each client’s unique needs. His consistently singular focus on perfecting his craft is a mentality he continues to apply to his design practice to create luxurious spaces highly tailored to the lives of the individuals that reside in them. Dually-based in Fort Myers and Naples, Florida the firm’s projects span across The Americas, specializing in high-end residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, from architecture and interiors to full-service design-builds. The prolifically published designer’s work has been featured in such illustrious industry titles as Luxe Interiors + Design, East Coast Home + Design, Gulfshore Life, and Naples Illustrated, among others.

With the same precision and practiced hand Dwayne and his talented team bring to each project, they’ve executed his custom furniture and newly launched cabinetry line to embody the brand’s signature essence, a seamless blend of efficiency and form with human connection at the forefront. Dwayne Bergmann’s philosophy is based on a “refusal to compromise style for function” believing “you can have it all.”

https://www.dwaynebergmann.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dwaynebergmanninteriors/

https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=dwayne%20bergmann%20interiors

Chicago native Kabria Cummings has interior design in her DNA. Her parents, Sam and Ella Cummings were quite the dynamic decorating duo. They scoured thrift stores for items that they could breathe new life into. They made drapery, reupholstered furniture, gardened, collected global art and her father even built his own furniture. Additionally, Kabria was influenced by her cousin Thea Nerissa Barnes, who collected artisanal items while traveling the world as a professional dancer with Martha Graham and Alvin Ailey.

Decorating and collecting art from her travels became part-time hobbies while Kabria established a career in graphic design and marketing. However, the deaths of her parents two months apart and other life-altering events that included the end of a long-term relationship, surgery, and the loss of her job of 10 ½ years, prompted her to reevaluate things. Kabria knew that she wanted to pursue her passion for interior decorating full-time.  In 2016, she founded Global Attic LLC.

Global Attic sells a carefully curated collection of one-of-a-kind home décor sourced and sometimes designed by Kabria. The statement pieces transform bland living spaces, convey individuality, and help to support the global community. They are handmade by artisans from around the world using natural and sustainable materials in places such as Africa, Indonesia, India & Haiti. ​

https://www.globalattic.com/

https://www.instagram.com/globalattic/?hl=en

On this episode of Design Perspectives, I’m honored to welcome Juan Ignacio Aranguren, Associate Director of Zaha Hadid Architects, and the visionary behind Habacoa—a one-of-a-kind, ultra-luxury marina and residential development set to open in 2027. Habacoa represents the cutting edge of sustainable design, integrating innovative technologies, environmentally responsible materials, and renewable energy sources, all while harmonizing with the stunning natural beauty of the island. Join us as Juan shares his unparalleled insights into this groundbreaking project and the future of design at the intersection of architecture and sustainability.

https://www.zaha-hadid.com/

https://www.instagram.com/zahahadidarchitects/

• Design Camp dates October 18-21st & October 25-28th.
• An intimate, 14 guest retreat for interior designers in Austin, Texas
• 2 weeks, back to back this October: October 18-21st + October 25-28th
• Tickets are all-inclusive, meaning hotel stay, all food, drinks, coursework + gifts
• We have guests ranging from 10 year industry veterans to women just preparing to launch their business
• It is a small mastermind group, not a conference of key-note speakers. Lindsey + I share everything we know, but more importantly, our guests share everything they know, too
• Pre-sale tickets release to email subscribers only (sign up at www.design-camp.co) on Thursday at 10am PST
• Tickets release to the public (if any remain after pre-sale) on Friday at 10am PST

Today's episode is to remind you that you have to put in the work for your dreams. You don't get there by hoping & waiting on folks. You must nurture your dream & work at it until it happens. 

Accessory designer Joanna Buchanan developed an unmistakable vision for luxury, color, texture and pattern not only from her 20 years in the fashion retail business working at Saks Fifth Avenue and Banana Republic, but also through her Hong Kong childhood, adult years in Europe and extensive travel throughout India. For the woman who always believed that “life should be decorated and joyful,” the holiday season presented the perfect opportunity for Joanna to take her passion for home décor and accessories design to the next level via her own brand. Her first holiday collection launched exclusively on One Kings Lane in 2014 and she has continued to add an impressive collective of retailers to that list including: Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, and Geary’s Beverly Hills in the US and Harrods, John Lewis, and Amara in the UK.

David Mann is the founder and Principal behind MR Architecture & Decor, a nationally published New York based architecture and interior design firm (also part of ELLE Decor A-List in 2023 and AD100 in 2014) known for his work on some of the most iconic fashion boutiques (Lanvin, Takashimaya, Dior, J Mendel and Tory Burch) to The Parker Palm Springs and homes for power players like Pierre Hardy. He is working on projects throughout New York City, upstate and the Hamptons and is completing a few new residential projects. He also has a book and a furniture collection with Maison Gerard.

https://mrarch.com/

https://www.instagram.com/mrarchitecturedecor/

So many times our clients buy in and then get cold feet and want to water down the concept. Learn to stay the course and remind them of the beauty that they will live with once the project is complete.

Remember that you are the expert and that you must believe in the vision. Explain the concept to your client with passion and they will buy in. Learn how to navigate cold feet.

If you are an interior designer & you need to tighten up your brand. IDCO is the ONLY place you should be looking!! Just read their manifesto!

We are designers, writers, & creators.  We specialize in branding. web design, and instagram management for interior designers.  IDCO STUDIO is a boutique creative agency, crafting brands built around beautiful living. 

https://www.idco.studio/

https://www.instagram.com/idco.studio/

The Be Like Josh foundation is a non profit organization dedicated to celebrating humans and animals with special needs. Our foundation helps to rescue, rehabilitate and re-home dogs with special abilities, and we visit elementary and high schools to promote kindness and inclusion. Through our work, we share the message that all animals and people, wherever they are on the spectrum of abilities, are worthy of being seen, loved and appreciated.

https://www.belikejosh.org/

https://www.instagram.com/joshthedoodle/?hl=en

Launched in 2016, by House Beautiful Next Wave Designer, Rasheeda Gray, Gray Space is a full-service design firm focused on curating interiors that are contemporary, chic and classic. From new construction builds to whole house renovations, Gray Space specializes in residential and boutique commercial projects throughout the Philadelphia (Pennsylvania), New Jersey and Delaware area. Through a thoughtful and collaborative design process, the Gray Space team works to design spaces that reflect who you are and will inspire you for years to come.

https://grayspaceinteriors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/grayspaceinteriordesign/

Sponsor:

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Today I am sounding off about the state of the world! Where is the humanity??? I am sharing my thoughts on political topics. I am not a scholar...however, I AM HUMAN! I want the world to ask. "Am I not my brother's keeper?"

Kevie Murphy is the founder and principal of k.a. murphy interiors, a full-service design firm focused on high-end residential interiors. In Kevie’s interiors, function dictates and informs, while beauty always transcends. Balancing both, in striking and elevated ways, is fundamental to her vision.

Design wasn’t Kevie’s first career. Growing up in Port Jefferson Station, New York, Kevie went to Boston University and then attended law school. This led to her working as an Assistant District Attorney in Brooklyn, after which she entered the private sector and became a partner at a New York City firm.

It was when Kevie and her husband purchased a Brooklyn Heights home that required extensive renovation, that she realized her passion for interior design and enrolled at the New York School of Interior Design.

Everything has brought Kevie to this moment: her passion, her enthusiasm, and her ability to connect with people, which she uses, today, to help make people’s lives better. This starts with her own life: 1 husband, 4 kids, and 3 houses. All of which Kevie sees as “ongoing, always changing, and forever works in progress.” They’re also the perfect examples of what Kevie means when she says, “Home is your memory maker.”

https://www.kamurphyinteriors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kamurphyinteriors/

Inspired by her travels, family and friends, and fashion, Emma  always knew she wanted to be an interior designer.  After training at the New York School of Interior Design Emma has worked on a wide array of projects all over the world.   In 2015 she started her own eponymous design firm, Emma Beryl.  Emma Beryl was recently named as a top new designer to watch by Lonny Mag.

https://www.emmaberyl.com/

https://www.instagram.com/emmaberyl/?hl=en

Today's episode is entitled..."Don't Judge a Book by Its Cover." I recently was sourcing fabric from a local rep and per usual, the following questions ALWAYS occur; "how much?" "What is the stock?" And if you don't have it in stock..."when will it come in?" These are run of the mill questions, I don't care even if you have a client that has "no budget." Newsflash, EVERYONE has a number; even if they don't tell you. So I asked how much and the response was..."you know what they say if you have to ask?" I am sharing this episode to enlighten folks on how to NOT judge a book by its cover. I don't care how I shopped in the past. If I call on you for a particular vendor, please be very aware that I understand the vendors prices as I have done my due diligence. This happens too often in this industry with people who act as gatekeepers to keep folks out because we don't look a certain way or speak or have the right pedigree. Beauty is for ALL...not a chosen few. 

https://www.instagram.com/gaildavisdesigns/ 

Gillies Interiors is a full-service residential design firm based in Toronto with a mission to make the world healthier, happier and more pleasant to be in, one home at a time. Originally from Edinburgh, Founder and Principal Gillian Gillies' tastes, likes and desires grew from being immersed in the neoclassical and Georgian architecture that the city is founded on. Her designs are centered around a timeless aesthetic grounded in natural materials and paired with a smattering of heritage and vintage finds. She strives to immerse her clients in an invitingly eclectic and European experience of frictionless living, designing for the person in the space and not just for the space itself.

https://gilliangillies.com/

https://www.instagram.com/gilliangillies/

https://www.pinterest.ca/gilliangilliesinteriors/_created/

Noz Design is a full-service interior design firm based in San Francisco, serving clients on residential and select commercial projects throughout the Bay Area and from coast to coast. With a focus on eclectic, collected spaces, Noz Design creates effortlessly bold, well-appointed homes that not only reflect our dwellers' lifestyles and tastes, but also maximize a space's functionality and a project's budget. Noz was named an Architectural Digest Rising Star in 2020, House Beautiful Next Wave Designer in 2020, Sunset Magazine’s Best Designer of the West 2020, and our work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Sunset Magazine, House Beautiful, HGTV Magazine, ELLE Decor, Curbed SF, The Irish Times, Houzz, and The Today Show.

At Noz Design, we are big believers that Home is critical to our mental health and happiness. As active members of the San Francisco community, we commit a portion of our income to a local shelter that provides a safe haven for women, children, and gender non-binary survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Noz Design is a woman-owned, POC-owned business, and we believe Black Lives Matter.

http://noz.design/

https://www.instagram.com/noznozawa/?hl=en

Today's podcast guest is ME! I am discussing what we are ALL experiencing after witnessing  the privilege of Amy Cooper and the murder of George Floyd. For the next three episodes, I want to talk about the Design Perspective of Racism in America.

Buckle up!

Welcome to part 2 of a 3 part series on Racism in America. Normally, I discuss design but in light of what has transpired in the last few weeks, you are going to hear what life is like in America for people of color.

I want to thank you for joining me on this journey. I also want to tell you to keep an open mind and heart, as that is how we will HEAL! This is about moving forward. This is about having an open honest dialogue and forcing America to look at the under belly of racism and all of its ugliness.

Together we can conquer hate and those who this way.

When you know better, you do better! 

FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS, Purple Cherry Architects has created luxurious residences across the United States. Whether a residence is traditional or contemporary, a multi-generational estate or a weekend getaway, the firm is guided by a desire to conceive exceptional homes. Each commission—composed with intelligence, sensitivity, and experience—becomes the backdrop for indelible family memories.

Founding principal Cathy Purple Cherry and her company are devoted to their clients, guiding them through every step of the design process. Passionate about their work, the team considers not only physical forms but the emotional connections clients will have with their homes and the spaces within them. Active listening fuels the firm’s creative talent to achieve environments that are transcendently beautiful, comfortable, and serene. Purple Cherry’s personal approach is matched with comprehensive architectural and interior design services that result in striking and unique homes. 

https://purplecherry.com/

https://www.instagram.com/purplecherryarchitects/

Growing up in Houston and spending much of her childhood in New Orleans, Sherrell Neal spent a great deal of time with her father on a remodel job, or in the workshop, where she developed a heart for design. Her passion for quality and craftsmanship have led her to develop relationships with some of Houston’s skilled experts. Sherrell is a graduate of The Art Institute of Houston where she studied Interior Design.

https://sherrelldesignstudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sherrelldesignstudio/?hl=en

Today's guest, Tina Ramchandani is a super talented interior designer that has graced so many shelter magazines. She started her eponymous firm in 2014 and has successfully built it with quality team members and vendors. It is more than passion for her, it is a way of life. 

www.tinaramchandani.com

@tinaramchandani 

Delia LaJeunesse is an art consultant for individuals and interior designers with a focus on helping folks who have never considered becoming art collectors navigate the art market to find art they truly love. By guiding clients through a personalized and unpretentious process to empower them as collectors, Delia meets clients exactly where they’re at offering education, arts appreciation practices and resources, while curating art for their homes. 

Prior to beginning this company, Delia worked in the arts for a decade in various roles— as the Executive Director of a nonprofit, an arts organizer, an educator, publisher and event host. This previous experience gave her intimate knowledge of the art world and its potential, and has enlivened a passion to turn our collective attention towards the arts.

The arts can help us be better citizens, community members, partners, parents, and coworkers. It can be instrumental in our individual journeys of stepping into our potential and purpose, and collecting should not only be accessible, but a fun and fulfilling venture. 

http://sbvrt.org/

https://www.instagram.com/sb.vrt/

Kelli Lamb is the editorial director + co-principal @ruemagazine, a quarterly design magazine & digital destination for stylish living. She is also the author of the book "Home with RUE," Style for Everyone. She is originally from Boise, Idaho & currently resides in sunny Los Angeles.

https://www.instagram.com/kellilamb_/

https://www.kellilamb.com/