EP 289 | Protecting Profit Margins in Interior Design with Daniel House Club

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Are your project profits disappearing because of small decisions that add up over time?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Daniel House Club to discuss how interior designers can better protect their profit margins through smarter vendor relationships, clear client communication, and stronger operational systems.

Profitability isn’t just about pricing—it’s about the decisions you make throughout every stage of a project. Learn how to prioritize efficiency, avoid costly mistakes, and create a smoother experience for both your clients and your business.

If you want to run a more profitable interior design firm, this episode will help you focus on the details that matter most.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Why chasing small discounts can actually reduce profitability
• How transparency around pricing builds client trust
• Why professional receiving and installation protect your projects
• How clear communication improves the client experience
• Why strong vendor relationships are essential to maintaining margins
• How operational decisions directly impact your bottom line

DESIGN INTERVENTION

Get the tasks that leave you drained off your plate (likely organizing your procurement). Studies show that struggling around big decisions for too long is detrimental to your brain.

About Peter & Alex Spalding

Peter and Alexander Spalding founded Daniel House Club after years of operating their own design firm. Even though the firm grew quickly, it was difficult for the pair to ensure each project’s profitability. Presenting compelling pieces that held a significant discount was tough. Initially, they built software for managing their own sourcing and procurement, and they found the process streamlined purchasing so much, they began to share it with other designers. Today, Daniel House Club is open to all design professionals.

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Daniel House Club

Created by designers for designers, Daniel House Club maximizes your potential for profits and creative satisfaction by providing everything you need to source the products you want and manage your design business.

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