Lighting is one of the most powerful design tools available—yet it’s often one of the most overlooked.
In this guest-hosted episode, DuVäl Reynolds sits down with architectural lighting designer Sarah Richter to explore how thoughtful lighting transforms the way clients experience their homes. T...
Are you running a profitable interior design business—or are you simply hoping you are?
In this candid conversation, Kimberley Seldon sits down with interior designer and former financial advisor Erin Hackett Nordholt to discuss one of the biggest challenges facing design firm owners: protecting...
Building a successful interior design business isn’t just about attracting great clients—it’s about building a team that allows your firm to grow without relying on you for every decision.
In this candid conversation, Kimberley Seldon sits down with leadership coach Shelli Warren to explore what...
You’ve read the books. Listened to the podcasts. Taken the notes. So why doesn’t your interior design business feel any different?
In this episode, Business of Design® Director of Operations and Business Coach Cheryl Horne explores one of the biggest obstacles keeping interior designers from bui...
What separates a busy interior designer from the owner of a thriving, scalable design firm? It isn’t better clients or bigger projects—it’s strong systems, clear boundaries, and the ability to build a team that doesn’t rely on you for every decision.
In this candid conversation, Kimberley Seldon...
What if the key to growing your interior design business isn’t working harder—but trusting someone else to do the work?
In this solo episode, Kimberley Seldon shares the story of Kathy, the project manager who has been at the heart of her interior design firm for more than 20 years. Through that...
Are you trying to do everything yourself in your interior design business?
As AI tools become more powerful, many designers are wondering whether they still need an assistant or additional support. In this episode, Kimberley Seldon sits down with Gina Cotner, founder and CEO of Athena Executive ...
It’s easy to mistake people-pleasing for good project management. But avoiding difficult conversations doesn’t reduce project stress—it creates it.
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon sits down with Utah designer Ali Henrie to discuss what it really takes to lead successful projects. From managing...
What if the key to making more money in your interior design business isn’t taking on more projects—but taking on fewer?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon sits down with longtime Business of Design® member Ellen Walker, who recently achieved a milestone many designers dream of: $1 million in rev...
What if the key to greater creativity, profitability, and peace of mind isn’t working harder—but creating better systems?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon sits down with Northern Virginia landscape designer Ellie Black to discuss what changed when she stopped reinventing the wheel and started i...
Want to take on larger, more profitable renovation projects with confidence?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon speaks with Jen Dean about one of the most valuable relationships an interior designer can build: the relationship with a trusted builder. While many designers feel intimidated by const...
What happens when a renovation budget jumps from $2 million to $5 million?
In this episode, Kimberley Seldon shares a recent client presentation that forced her to confront one of the biggest challenges facing interior designers today: skyrocketing construction and furnishing costs. Rather than ...
