Design Biz Survival Guide

Today we welcome Jeanne Candler of Jeanne Candler Design, a Los Angeles based workroom specializing in custom window treatments. In this episode Jeanne explains how her passion and understanding of interior design turned into an opportunity to provide window treatment design services to designers, architects, and developers. We also cover the nuances of some of […]

Today we welcome Ryan Saghian, a Los Angeles based interior designer who is blazing a trail in the industry with his fresh perspective of business and his fearless approach to design. In this episode we discuss confidence, ego and pushing boundaries. A proud millennial, Ryan is on the forefront of a movement to re-brand the […]

Today we welcome back Naomi Coe of Little Crown Interiors to the podcast. Naomi was our very first featured designer when it all started back in May of 2018 and now she’s our first featured designer in our “where are they now” series. We’re catching up with some of our favorite guests to see what’s […]

Join us as we re-cap each inspiring episode of 2020 and discuss our biggest take aways from the conversations that rang in the new year with optimism, motivated us through uncertainty, and empowered us to band together as a COMMUNITY and rise above unprecedented times. We hope this episode will encourage you to re-visit past […]

Today we welcome Julia Alt – Principal Interior Designer of ALT DESIGN GROUP and the current chapter President of ASID Orange County . In this episode Julia shares how years of involvement in the design community have culminated into an opportunity to lead one of the largest ASID Chapters in the country. We also discuss […]

Today we welcome Joe DeCasperis, owner and designer of his namesake Kitchen and Bath design showroom located in Canyon Lake, California. In this episode Joe breaks down his unique business model with us and demonstrates that there’s more than one way to approach the business of design. We also discuss the value of leadership and […]

Today we’re re-capping the two days of presentations and ah-ha moments from the first ever DESIGN BIZ RETREAT. Our small but mighty group of design professionals and featured speakers tackled the business of design and its many challenges and left with new insight, valuable tools, and new friendships that will benefit their business for years […]

Today we welcome Carrie Brigham of Carrie Brigham Design based in Naples, Florida. In this episode we discuss how Carrie developed her design firm to be technology forward and how that benefited her business in 2020. We also discuss how some great advice from a design school professor and an aggressive learning curve contributed to […]

Today we welcome Laguna Beach based Architect, Anders Lasater. His award winning architectural studio specializes in custom homes, restaurants, boutique retail and commercial projects. In this episode we discuss his approach to solution based design, team trust, and how our current state of “working from home” has magnified the value of creative and innovative design.

Today we welcome Summer Meddock of Meddock Interiors, a full service design firm and retail retail storefront based in Newport Beach, CA. In this episode Summer and I sit down and have a real talk about her journey to launching her design business and the mind set she has adopted to see her way through […]

Today we welcome Stacey Brown Randall, author, entrepreneur, and business coach. Her concept of “generating business referrals without asking” has inspired entrepreneurs and business owners around the world and she’s sharing her top tips with us! Stacey dives into the importance of cultivating relationships and leading with authenticity to generate opportunity. Get ready to take […]

Today we welcome Lauren Czarniecki of CZAR Interiors, a Florida based boutique firm specializing in residential and commercial design. In this episode Lauren shares her path to launching her own firm just four years ago and the growing pains associated with the development of her business and how she overcame them. We also dive into […]

Today we welcome Wendy Yates of Abigail – Elise Design Studio, a Colorado based interior design firm specializing in interiors and merchandising for commercial, hospitality and residential projects. In this episode we discuss Wendy’s career path to design and her unique approach to developing a business model that promotes wellness, balance, and adventure. We also […]

Today we welcome Annette English and Andrea Popkin of Annette English and Associates, a boutique interior design firm based in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, Annette and Andrea discuss their path to partnership and the “why” behind promoting from within. We also discuss team culture, the value of leadership, and what it takes to […]

He’s here! Today we welcome Ray Langhammer of RL Interiors to the podcast. In this episode we chat about Ray’s role as Creative Director for a global brand and how that experience has helped pave the way for his next chapter in life and business. At a time when many design professionals are weighing their […]