EP 310 | Innovation & Sustainability in Design with Laura Kohler (KBIS 2023)
How can innovation and sustainability shape the future of interior design?
Recorded live at KBIS 2023 in Las Vegas, this episode features Kimberley Seldon in conversation with Laura Kohler, Chief Sustainability and DEI Officer at Kohler. Together, they explore how one of America’s most established companies continues to evolve through bold innovation, design leadership, and a commitment to sustainability.
From product development to big-picture thinking, this discussion offers valuable insights into how interior designers can stay relevant, responsive, and forward-thinking in a rapidly changing industry.
If you want to understand where design is headed—and how to align your business with emerging trends—this episode is essential listening.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
• How innovation drives long-term success in the design industry
• Why sustainability is becoming a critical focus for interior designers
• How major brands like Kohler adapt to changing client needs and lifestyles
• The role of design in shaping how we live and work
• Why staying ahead of trends is essential for business growth
• How to think bigger about your role as a design professional
To learn more about Kohler, please visit Kohler.com.
About Laura Kohler
Laura Kohler is a business leader who’s passionate about driving purposeful change—a leader of one of the oldest and largest privately held companies in America, Laura maintains the long-standing values of Kohler Co., while bringing an evolved sense of social consciousness and people leadership to the forefront. In her unique capacity, she fuses people and purpose leadership while fostering a culture of innovation in product design.
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