The interior design business podcast for interior designers, architects, and home professionals. Hosted by interior design and digital marketing pro, Darla Powell. #interiordesign
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In today's world being a talented interior designer isn't enough to ensure that you have a profitable and successful business. Design school curricula doesn't always equip you with the business skills to have your interior design business be everything you imagined it would be! A Well-Designed Business® is here to fill in the gaps and give you real live business skills from some of the top interior designers. Your host, LuAnn Nigara shares her 40 years of success in the interior design indus ...
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They're not that hot, or that young - but hosts Rebecca Plumb (Studio Plumb) and Shaun Crha (Wrensted Interiors) spill the tea every week on how a new generation of interior designers run their business. Join a community exploring the emotional, practical, and humorous side of the interior design business.
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Are you an interior design professional who wants to create time-accurate, money-generous, and fee-based job offers that clients jump to say "yes" to? Terri Taylor, President and Creative Director of the Interior Design Business Academy and the host of the Interior Design Business Podcast, is here to help interior design professionals who want to create lifestyle design businesses that pay them what they are worth. Each week, Terri is bringing her clear, proven, and repeatable step-by-step " ...
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The Interior Design Business CEO podcast helps designers stop feeling stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed and empowers them with the tools and strategies they need to start feeling calm, confident, and in control of their business. Join Certified Life and Business Coach, and award-winning Interior Designer, Desi Creswell, as she pairs mindset with effective tips, tools, and processes to help you stop feeling pulled in a million different directions, and start building a profitable, fulfilling ...
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As an interior designer, do you struggle with balancing your passion for creativity with the practical demands and hopes of running a successful business? Whether starting a new venture or scaling an existing firm, the complexities can be overwhelming. Welcome to “Success by Design: Mastering the Business of Interior Design,” a podcast designed to bridge the gap between creativity and entrepreneurship. This masterclass is hosted by the dynamic Katie Decker-Erickson, a seasoned expert with ne ...
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Business of Design® is the #1 trusted business training resource for design professionals around the world. Join thousands of design professional already using our field-tested project management strategies and enjoy increased confidence, improved client retention, greater profits and a business that thrives. It’s time to take control of your business. Become a member of Business of Design®, today: https://businessofdesign.com/?ref=2&campaign=podcast
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Welcome to The Business of Beautiful Spaces, the podcast where interior design matters! As Interior Designers, we understand the power of creating beautiful and functional spaces that not only look good, but also enhance our daily lives. Join us on this journey as we explore the ins and outs of the interior design industry and dive into the business side of things. From one interior designer to another, we'll share our experiences, insights, and lessons learned as we strive to create spaces ...
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Welcome to the Beyond Interior Design Podcast, where we delve into more than just creating beautiful spaces – we transform the way you live and work within them. Join Marc and industry-leading guests as they explore groundbreaking shifts in interior design, sharing actionable insights and inspiring stories that will revolutionize your design approach. Are you ready to elevate your design journey and grow your business? Tune in to discover innovative strategies, sustainable practices, and the ...
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Are you struggling to price your interior design services confidently? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we tackle one of the biggest hurdles for designers: pricing! Host Terri Taylor dives into the common challenges interior designers face when it comes to charging their worth and having open conversations about money. From …
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1024: On Air Strategy Sessions: Ciara King: Setting Yourself Apart and Landing Your First Client
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Today With Ciara King: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. Starting a design business is exciting, but it isn’t easy—especially when that first “real” client doesn’t come easily. My guest for today’s on-air strategy session is in the thick of this tough spot and unsure how to move forward. Today Ciara Robinson, founder of Ville Otis Interiors, joi…
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In this episode, Darla is joined by Katie McDonald to discuss the importance of self-care for business owners. Katie shares her personal journey from corporate burnout to wellness advocate and coach. The conversation delves into how self-neglect can impact both personal wellbeing and business success. Darla and Katie also explore actionable self-ca…
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Are you holding back in your interior design business due to a fear of rejection? You're not alone. As a designer, putting yourself and your creative ideas out there can feel incredibly vulnerable, and the possibility of hearing no can be paralyzing. But the truth is that learning to work with and move beyond this fear will be transformative for yo…
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Send us a text BOOM! Here we are, with an extra special episode of the Beyond Interior Design Podcast! This time, no guest—it’s just Marc himself in the spotlight. And trust me, this is one you do NOT want to miss. We’re diving deep into the burning questions we’ve been getting for years from interior designers like you: how to level up, how to att…
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Brittny is the founder and creative director for Homesmith Design, delivering her signature modern minimalist style. An entrepreneur at heart, Brittny started Homesmith Design as a solo passion project and has quickly grown it into a successful design studio serving clients across the country, while preserving the personalized service and experienc…
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129: A Conversation with Rona Graf, growing Grace Blu Interior Design incrementally and small
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Grow small and incrementally. It’s not a race. It’s a marathon! Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Rona Graf, the founder of Grace Blu Interior Design. Rona shares her journey from being a teacher to starting her own design firm and discusses the importance of slow and steady growth in building a sustainable business. She explains why businesses shoul…
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Send Katie a Text Message!! Finances, in general, are a scary thing. Finances in your business, well, they can be even scarier. So how do you get over that? And what are the key skills and habits that business owners need in order to break through and reach that magical 7-figure number? Whether you run a 6-figure interior design firm and are wantin…
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When you blend aesthetic beauty with emotional wellness, you can create an immersive space that will nurture your clients and keep them coming back for more. By designing holistically—considering how a space looks, feels, smells, sounds, and even tastes—designer Marie Cloud creates emotionally impactful spaces that satisfy the soul. In this episode…
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1023: Devon and Michael Wegman: Flexing and Adapting as Your Interior Design Business Grows
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Today With Devon and Michael Wegman: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. As you know, husband and wife duos are near and dear to my heart, and we have had several great examples over the years who have shared their stories of how they divide responsibilities, support each other, and work as a team in their businesses. Today I am joined by another …
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Have you ever had a client seem interested, only for them to disappear with nothing but crickets in response? 🦗 In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we dive into the challenges of client engagement and how to avoid missed opportunities. We’ll explore the Law of Diminishing Intent and why it’s crucial to act quickly when a client…
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1022: Power Talk Friday: Sonia Barney: The Journey Post-Power Talk Friday Tour
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Today With Sonia Barney: Hello! Welcome to A Well-Designed Business! Today I sit down with Sonia Barney, a talented interior designer who turned her passion into a thriving business. Sonia shares her unique journey, from navigating the challenges of motherhood to discovering her entrepreneurial spirit. We dive into her experiences at Power Talk Fri…
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In this engaging conversation, Darla and Cheryl Clendenon explore the intricacies of running an interior design business, focusing on the importance of transparency in pricing, the value of client relationships, and the need for effective business management. They discuss the challenges designers face in pricing strategies, the significance of educ…
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This week, I’m joined by my former client and incredibly talented designer, Campbell Minister, as she lets us in on her journey from overwhelmed designer to true designer CEO. Over the past eight years, Campbell has grown her Montclair, New Jersey-based firm to a team of three designers, a director of operations, and a procurement and accounting te…
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Today With Ann Cariola: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. I firmly believe that age is just a number, and that you can start a successful business at 20, 80, or anything in between. But I also know that the idea that it is too late is common. Maybe you wanted to start your own business or you were always interested in design, but you kept puttin…
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Natalie Papier is an interior designer, art curator, and TV personality based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Natalie believes that meaningful design starts with art and that homes should be a reflection of the people who live in them, full of life, character, and warmth. She is a host of Magnolia Network’s Artfully Designed, now in its second season…
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Have you ever been hit with a wave of exhaustion in the middle of a project, feeling like your energy has crashed completely? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about the energy crash that happens to many designers and how you can fix it. We’ll cover how negative thoughts can drain your energy, even when everythi…
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1020: Power Talk Friday: Lisa Haukom: A Unique Approach To Photography, Branding, And Self Portraits
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Today With Lisa Haukom: In this episode, I sit down with Lisa Haukom, an award-winning photographer and personal brand strategist known as the "Imposter Syndrome Slayer." Lisa shares her expertise on helping entrepreneurs, particularly women in creative fields, overcome their fears of visibility and confidently showcase themselves online. Whether y…
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Has your client tasked you with designing a home gym? Have you considered the importance of lighting, temperature, flooring, and how high the ceiling is? Today's guest, Chris Howell, is the founder and owner of SPX Gym Design. He has lots of great insight on creating bespoke wellness environments for high-end homes and hospitality groups. Stay tune…
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As I celebrate the 100th episode of the show, there are important lessons I've learned from this incredible journey of creating what has become a well-reviewed and established podcast. But these insights go far beyond podcasting; they are valuable principles you can apply to any new initiative, goal, or project in your interior design business. Dis…
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1019: Susan Hayward & Jillian Hayward Schaible: Adding Small Commercial Design to Your Residential Design Business.
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Today With Susan Hayward & Jillian Hayward Schaible: Today I am joined by Susan Hayward and Jillian Hayward Schaible from Susan Hayward Interiors. With nearly two decades of experience in both residential and commercial projects, this mother-daughter team prioritizes uncovering each client's unique style. Their approach ensures every design, whethe…
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In this episode we are talking to Suzanne Robson from Suzanne Robson Design located in Austrilia about the challenges involved in starting a second career in the interior design space along with running our own design businesses. Website: https://www.suzannerobsondesign.com.au/ Instagram: @suzannerobsondesign Profit Academy: https://theprofitacadem…
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Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a money magnet? In this episode of the Interior Design Business Academy podcast, we’re diving into how you can harness the power of vibrational energy and practical money strategies to attract wealth and abundance into your life. From overcoming financial struggles to creating a thriving design busines…
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128: Just Stop VII: The Squeakquel, Vendors, Renders & Offenders
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Shaun and Rebecca are back with another installment of the perennial favorite, the Just Stop series, where they call out things in the design world that seriously need to stop. They discussed Just Stops from the coaching industry (coaches who brag about their income without proving their value) to the frustrations with generic and ineffective outre…
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1018: Power Talk Friday: Connie Whitman: Heart-Centered Strategies to Successful Selling
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Today With Connie Whitman: Today, we're diving deep into the world of sales with the amazing Connie Whitman, and let me tell you, this woman knows her stuff! Known for her high-energy, passionate, heart-centered, and enthusiastic approach to sales, teaching, and coaching, Connie has been the CEO of Changing the Sales Game for over 20 years. She's b…
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Send Katie a Text Message!! Even if you are a company of 1, it’s critical to think about the company culture you want to build! Which includes way more than just values and beliefs you post to your About page. But maybe you have questions like… how do you design a company culture? And how do you actually put it into action? Welcome Josh Dykstra bac…
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A collaboration between interior designers and architects…seems like a match made in heaven, right? Today’s guest, Gisela Schmoll walks us through the nitty gritty on creating those relationships - and keeping them. Stay tuned! Gisela Schmoll, a California licensed architect and industrial designer, is the luminary force behind Gisela Schmoll Archi…
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We’ve covered a lot of ground over the past CEO Summer School episodes – from trading good for great to overcoming Someday Syndrome. Now it's time to reflect on which topic you want to delve deeper into and embody over the next month. In this episode, I guide you through choosing your focus and making it visible so you stay committed to your goals.…
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1017: Dean Keyworth: Designing Modern Spaces Fit for Rural Living
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Today With Dean Keyworth: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. My guest today is Dean Keyworth, founder of Armstrong Keyworth, who recently published a book through the Royal Institute of British Architects called New Country: City Style for Rural Living, that teaches you how to create practical designs that work for country homes and also provide …
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Yes, it is possible to generate high quality leads that convert to sales. By carefully tracking your return on investment and working in tandem with your marketing partner, you can see real results. Start by knowing the key questions you should be asking any marketing partner. In this episode we learn: - marketing that’s generic doesn’t work, find …
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Before you commit to making the trip to High Point Market, let’s talk about how that investment will pay off in the future. In this episode, High Point Market Authority CEO, Tammy Covington Nagem talks about the 3-legged stool of ROI—products, education, and networking. In this episode we learn: - let the High Point Market travel concierge help you…
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Rebecca Hay is known for her authentic, all-inclusive approach and has spent much of her design career building relationships with other designers and entrepreneurs. She has built a successful, 7 figure interior design business by trial and error, podcasts, online courses, and books. Over the last decade she has grown from an insecure student to ha…
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Have you ever said yes to a client when really you wanted to say no? In this episode of the Interior Design Business podcast, we’re talking about how to say no to a potential client and do it gracefully. Maybe you’re wondering why you’d ever say no to a potential client, and the truth is there are all kinds of reasons. They might not have a big eno…
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Today With LuAnn Nigara: Hello! Welcome back to another episode of A Well-Designed Business. Today, we're diving deep into a topic that resonates with so many of us—resilience. After our recent episode featuring Sandra Funk, Robin Burrill, and Antonio DeLoatch, I received an overwhelming number of messages from listeners expressing how much they ne…
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If you’re a small business owner offering specialized services, you may be wondering how to price your services. How do you know if you’re charging too much? Well, according to today’s guest, Laura Thornton, you most likely aren’t charging enough. Stay tuned for lots of tips on flat rate vs. hourly pricing, how much work you should actually be bill…
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There are two distinct types of confidence that you can leverage in your interior design business to help it grow and also get out of your own way when your brain tells you, “Well, you've never done it before.” If it feels like your brain is holding you back from achieving your biggest goals, you’re in the right place. I explore the two types of co…
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Today With Charlene Miranda: Today, I am sitting down with Charlene Miranda, Creative Director of Miranda and Co. During her childhood living in Kuwait, Charlene's summers spent in India with her grandparents ignited her passion for creativity as she fell in love with the interior designs at her grandmother's friends' homes - a true creative from t…
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Ep. 82 -Let's Talk About Using an Art Advisor to Enhance Interior Design Services with Katherine Earnhardt from Mason Lane
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In this episode of "Let's Talk About Using an Art Advisor to Enhance Interior Designs," Laura Thornton chats with Katharine Earnhardt from Mason Lane Art Advisory. Katharine shares her extensive experience and insights on how contemporary art can elevate interior spaces. She discusses the importance of selecting art that not only complements the de…
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EP 040 - How To Master Interior Design Trends - with Marie-Gon
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Send us a text 🎨 Are you ready to transform your approach to interior design? In this episode of The Beyond Interior Design Podcast, we sit down with Marie-Gon, a leading expert in colour and interior design. With over 20 years of experience, Marie-Gon has revitalized countless spaces and empowered designers worldwide through her masterclasses and …
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Do you ever wonder if you're playing it too safe in your interior design career? In this episode, I’m challenging interior designers like you to dream big and tap into your true potential. I'll guide you through the process of applying your design visualization skills to business growth, showing you how to break down your big dreams into actionable…
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127: A Conversation with Etch Design Group, Stephanie Nelson & Jessica Nelson redefined their partnership
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Shaun and Rebecca sit down with Stephanie Nelson and Jessica Nelson from Etch Design Group, a full-service design studio. Stephanie and Jessica share their journey from colleagues to co-founders and how their unique skills and deep trust have allowed them to build a successful business. They also talk about harnessing the power of AI to streamline …
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1014: Power Talk Friday: Michele Williams: Mastery of Your Finances
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Today With Michele Williams: Hi, welcome to A Well Designed Business! Today I’ll sit down with Michele Williams for an insightful conversation. We’ll reflect on her journey together, discussing the evolution of Michele's career, her impactful CFO to Go program, and the importance of understanding finances in business. If you're looking to enhance y…
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Send Katie a Text Message!! For art to not remain an afterthought with interior and commercial designs, we must incorporate art into the conversation early. As designers, we have a unique ability to propel up-and-coming artists forward while also inspiring more clients to bring incredible pieces of art into their spaces. But art isn’t just an impor…
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Do your goals for your design business feel unattainable, or are you afraid to even set those goals for fear of getting uncomfortable? Business and life coach Andrea Liebross has lots of great tips on how to get out of your comfy pond and reach your full potential within the waves of the “River of Misery.” Stay tuned! Andrea Liebross, a certified b…
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Being an interior design entrepreneur is not for the faint of heart. Between managing client relationships, juggling multiple projects, and chasing big goals, self-doubt and insecurity are bound to creep in at times. But even amidst the ups and downs, there are moments when you've felt like you were absolutely nailing it. I share how to identify an…
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1013: Elan Design House: Elements of a Successful Business Partnership
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Today With Elan Design House: Today, with Kilian Camp, Alison Green, and Kadie Chiera of Élan Design House, we explore the dynamics of running a successful interior design firm as a trio. These talented women share their journey from co-workers to co-founders, revealing how they've leveraged their complementary skills to create a thriving business.…
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Designers questions are answered on the last Monday of the month. Send in your questions to get answered. More information on The Profit Academy for Interior Designers can be found here: https://theprofitacademyforinteriordesigners.mykajabi.com/ Be sure to follow along on Instagram @thebusinessofbeautifulspaces + @thorntondesign to stay up to date …
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If a client told you they could pay your discovery fee and your design fee, but they couldn’t exceed a total budget of $50,000, what would you say? This episode of the Interior Design Business podcast shares an example of what can happen when old belief systems alter your present expectations and outcomes. Old beliefs about money are really hard to…
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1012: Power Talk Friday: Angie Viehman: A Realistic Online Business Model for Interior Designers
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Today With Angie Viehman: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. I hear from designers all the time who want to start online businesses on the side. And while it’s easy to understand why this is appealing—creating some passive income and diversifying your revenue—the truth is that I usually see this as a distraction. My advice is almost always to sta…
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Is there a particular design style that you love creating, but you’re hesitant to cut down your other offerings for fear of leaving money on the table? Well, that may not have to be the case. Today’s guest, Diane Rath, has carved herself a successful niche with “The Rath Project,” designing bold and bespoke spaces in an area where that’s hard to co…
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