The real problem for designers: client trust
The Real Problem Designers Face–It’s Not “Discounts”, It’s Crafting Real Client Trust Some interior designers think the biggest challenge they face is clients constantly asking for “discounts”. It can feel super annoying. After all, you know the value of your work, and constant pricing issues can undermine your confidence and your bottom line. But here’s […]
5 Reasons Why You Need a Good Designer to Review Your House Plans
Why getting an independent review of your home plans is so important Whether it is a remodel or new construction, the plans are essential to a project getting off the ground. At our firm, we consider “the plan” almost a holy instrument! The plans are the literal and physical directive to the contractor as to […]
How to Work With a Remote Interior Designer Outside Your Immediate Area
You CAN work with an interior designer outside your area Have you ever seen a designer’s website and loved their work but did not expect to be able to work with that same designer because you lived too far away? Or wanted a look and style that is not as available to you in your […]
How to build an interior design team
Interior Design Business Coach walking the talk Building a successful team in your interior design venture requires more than just a knack for aesthetics. As an interior design business coach with firsthand experience, I’ve navigated the challenges of juggling multiple roles to mastering the skill of leadership and delegation. Here’s my tailored advice on assembling […]
Why interior design transparency is a myth
Interior design myths There are so many interior design myths I could write a complete dissertation. I often wonder where the some of this “advice” comes from and why people listen to it. One of the myths that makes my eyes bleed every time I see it talked about in forums is being “transparent” with […]
How to Choose the Perfect Kitchen Backsplash: 3 Essential Tips!
An interior designer’s guide to selecting a kitchen backsplash that meets your needs AND showcases your personality.
Follow these 3 Rules to Mix Vintage & Modern Like a Professional!
Say NO to catalog decorating! Seamlessly mix your beloved vintage and newly acquired modern pieces to create a timeless space that reflects your unique style and history. Here’s how!
The “Unexpected Red Theory”: How to Be Brave & Try It! Plus, Our 6 Favorite Shades of Red Paint!
Red is the “it” color of the season and according to a new trend, you can’t go wrong when adding it to your home, whether it is through red paint or decor and furnishings. It can be super impactful in design when used as an accent or even a bold all-over look and there is […]
How to build a design career without an interior design degree. What no one will tell you
Do you need a degree specific to Interior Design? Of course it helps but I did not. I own a successful firm. I hire new grads- have two right now whom I adore- but you think their schooling, both at prestigious design schools, taught them how to be a designer? Ask them- after a short […]
I am passionate about everything. So what?
Compulsive Overachiever or Just Compulsive? I would guess that most of my former teachers in school would say one of two things about me. Some might say I am a compulsive overachiever. And some might just say I am compulsive. (Or neurotic, but I dropped his class anyway). Passion Ignited Then there would be that […]
Why getting a floor plan review before you break ground is so important for a happy home!
To us, the key to a good outcome in a project is- To have a cohesive floor plan! And this means a floor plan review is essential. This means the floor plan must be in unity with all the other elements because there is much interdependence. In addition to this when one person is designing the […]
Client welcome packets or better- a client introduction? – How to do it right!
Client welcome “packets”- are they welcoming? Ok so- lot of talk lately about client welcomes or introductions for interior designers ( formerly known as packets or packages:) Sorry could not resist but use those words IF they work for you but an introduction is what we use and it is a PHENOMENAL tool for us. […]