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A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast

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 industry, and

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1078: On-Air Strategy Session: Rebecca Pearson:...

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2025/04/11

Today With Rebecca Pearson:Welcome to A Well-Designed Business. In today’s on-air strategy session, I'm joined by Rebecca Pearson, who recently acquired Design I.D., an interior design and architectural refurbishment consultancy. Rebecca finds herself facing several challenges during the transition, starting with smoothing out processes and creating SOPs. Rebecca’s situation might be unique, but it comes down to the same core problem that so many business owners face—how to find the time to

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1077: Noel Gatts: Why Character-Driven Design Creates...

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2025/04/08

Today With Noel Gatts: Today I am joined by Noel Gatts, founder of beam&bloom interiors and HGTV Host on "Home Inspector Joe" and "What's Wrong With That House?" With a unique background spanning from Broadway to interior design, Noel brings a character-driven approach that transforms how designers connect with clients. In this episode, she reveals how her theatrical training informs her design process, helping her understand clients as "characters" with unique needs and stories, moving beyond

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57:38

1076: Power Talk Friday: Porsche Williams: Create a...

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2025/04/04

Today With Porsche Williams:Welcome to A Well-Designed Business. Today, Porsche Williams, founder of The Prototype, joins me to discuss the power of streamlined backend operations for interior designers. Porsche’s company specializes in seamlessly managing client onboarding, discovery calls, lead management, and more, freeing designers from administrative overwhelm. She believes that “your creativity thrives when your business operations are optimized” (a money line if ever I’ve heard one)! Today,

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1075: What Would Lu Do?: The Ultimate Guide to...

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2025/04/01

Today With LuAnn Nigara:Are you thinking about saying yes to a designer show house? Before you commit, listen to this episode. A show house can be an incredible opportunity—but only if you approach it the right way. Too many designers assume that just participating will bring them business. It won’t. Today, I’m sharing the smartest, most strategic insights from three powerhouse designers at different stages in their careers: 🎨 Barbara Ostrom – The "Queen of Show Houses" explains why some rooms

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47:24

1074: Live from KBIS 2025: Alexander Dornbracht on...

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2025/03/28

Today With Alexander Dornbracht:Today I am joined by Alexander Dornbracht, VP and General Manager of Kallista, a brand renowned for authentic luxury plumbing and brassware. Recorded live from our KBIS podcast booth, Alexander shares how his family legacy in the industry—his grandfather founded Dornbracht—shaped his passion for excellence in design. Alexander reveals why Kallista stands out as a designer-driven luxury brand, explaining that despite its premium positioning, they maintain the personal

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1073: On Air Strategy Session: Jessie Surber –...

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2025/03/25

Today With Jessie Surber:In this On-Air Strategy Session, I work with Jessie Surber of Jessie Surber Design to tackle the challenge of growing a design business in a small town. Based in Greenville, Ohio (population 12,000), Jessie is passionate about British-inspired interiors but struggles with converting website visitors into inquiries. I provide strategic guidance on whether to fully embrace her niche now or take a more gradual approach while building her client base, particularly considering

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1072: Maya Crowne & Price Latimer: Alkemis Paint is...

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2025/03/21

Today With Maya Crowne & Price Latimer:In today’s episode, I sit down with Maya Crowne and Price Latimer, the visionary co-founders of Alkemis Paint. What started as a personal search for a healthier alternative to conventional paint turned into a groundbreaking company redefining the industry with plastic-free, plant-based, high-performance paint. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: ✔️ Why most conventional paints contain plastic—and how that impacts indoor air quality and the environment ✔️ How

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1071: Brenda Danso: How Interior Designers Can...

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2025/03/18

Today With Brenda Danso:As an interior designer, you do more than create beautiful spaces—you guide clients through major life transitions, juggle countless responsibilities, and often take on an emotional load that goes far beyond design. But how do you protect your own well-being in the process? In this episode, Brenda Danso, founder of BD Interior Design and mental health expert, shares powerful insights on recognizing burnout, managing stress, and creating environments that promote emotional

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74:08

1070: Sponsored Show: Peter and Alex Spalding: Daniel...

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2025/03/14

Today With Peter and Alex Spalding: Welcome to a Well-Designed Business. On today’s sponsored show, I’m joined by Peter and Alex Spalding, founders of Daniel House Club. Daniel House Club is a designer trade program that provides access to a vast network of vendors, offering countless product options, concierge services, and tools to simplify procurement, shipping, and admin. Peter and Alex are committed to keeping their program simple and supportive for designers—and they’ve built that goal into

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51:18

1069: Live from KBIS 2025: Richard Anuszkiewicz on...

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2025/03/11

Today With Richard Anuszkiewicz:Welcome to another episode of A Well-Designed Business! Today, we’re diving into the world of high-end kitchen and bath design with the incredibly talented Richard Anuszkiewicz. As an award-winning designer and industry thought leader, Richard has built a name for himself through his innovative approach, brand collaborations, and unwavering commitment to excellence. In this episode, we uncover the key ingredients that set luxury design apart and explore how you can

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56:34

1068: Power Talk Friday: Sandra Funk: How "Sleeping...

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2025/03/07

Today With Sandra Funk:Today with Sandra Funk, we explore the transformative power of client experience in building a thriving interior design business. Sandra shares her pivotal "dark night of the soul" moment when three clients fired her in one day, and how this crisis became the catalyst for completely reimagining her approach to client relationships. We dive into her philosophy of viewing client partnerships as "mini marriages" that require clear communication, boundaries, and emotional

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1067: Run Your Race: Ashley Ross, Muse Noir Interiors

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2025/03/04

Today With Ashley Ross:In this episode of A Well-Designed Business, I sit down with Ashley Ross, the self-taught designer and founder of Muse Noire, to discuss her journey of building a business that defies traditional expectations. Ashley shares how she confidently navigated her second career, blending creativity with strategy to create a design firm that thrives on relationships, bold risks, and staying true to her vision. You’ll learn how to: Build a business with confidence, embracing your

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1066: On Air Strategy Session: Abby Fitzgerald:...

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2025/02/28

Today With Abby Fitzgerald:Welcome to a Well-Designed Business! In today's on-air coaching session, I'm helping my guest, Abby Fitzgerald of Fitz Haus Interior Design, master the seasonal ebbs and flows of her business–a challenge that every designer faces but few plan for effectively. Today, we're diving deep into creating a strategic roadmap for her year, tackling everything from revenue planning across quarters to building those crucial financial reserves. After years of managing WindowWorks

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1065: Eryn Oruncak: Harnessing Neuroaesthetics:...

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2025/02/25

Today With Eryn Oruncak:Meet Eryn Oruncak, founder of Elan Design | Interior Design & Fine Art. As one of the first designers to achieve SIDC certification in neuroaesthetics, Eryn is leading the way in showing how this cutting-edge science can transform both our industry and our clients' lives. In this episode, Eryn breaks down how neuroaesthetics - the science of how our environment and artwork affect our brain and nervous system - can help designers articulate their value and create more

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1064: Anna Nelson: Stop Working Against Yourself:...

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2025/02/21

Today With Anna Nelson: Today I'm joined by Anna Nelson, a Gallup and ICF certified strengths coach who helps entrepreneurs unlock and unleash their hidden superpowers. Through her diverse background as a marketer, saleswoman, project manager, and business owner, Anna discovered a fundamental truth: success and happiness come from building your business around your authentic strengths. Now she dedicates herself to helping others do the same. In this illuminating discussion, I get my own

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1063: Abigail M. Horace: Overcoming Biases and...

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2025/02/18

Today With Abigail M. Horace: Join me this week as I sit down with Abigail M. Horace, founder of Casa Marcelo. As a Black Latina designer, Abigail found herself surprised and frustrated to repeatedly see a lack of representation in the industry, even within a diverse area like New York City. She founded her firm in part to break away from stereotypes and biases—but she also had to navigate significant challenges along the way. Tune in to hear Abigail share her story and her insights on how to thrive

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1062: 9 Years of A Well-Designed Business®—How Vision...

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2025/02/14

Today With LuAnn Nigara: Vision, Intuition & Taking Bold Action in Your Business. 9 years. Over 1,000 episodes. More than 9 million downloads. Today, A Well-Designed Business® celebrates a major milestone—and I could spend this episode reflecting on the journey. But if you know me, you know we’re going deeper than that. This isn’t just a celebration episode. It’s a conversation on vision, intuition, and action—the three pillars that drive every successful business. Over the years, I’ve learned that

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1061: Amhad Freeman: Beyond the Man Cave—Carving a...

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2025/02/11

Today With Amhad Freeman:Today on A Well-Designed Business, I’m sitting down with Amhad Freeman, an incredibly talented interior designer who has built a thriving business by focusing on a very specific niche—designing for high-level single men and developers. Now, if you’re wondering how niching down that specifically can lead to success, trust me, you’re going to want to hear this conversation. Amhad shares how he discovered his niche, crafted a brand that speaks directly to his ideal clients,

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1060: Design Trade Service: Quality Vendors, Trade...

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2025/02/07

Today With Greg Wyers and Jennifer PointsWelcome to a Well-Designed Business. For today’s sponsored episode, I am excited to welcome Greg Wyers and Jennifer Points, president and marketing specialist at Design Trade Service. Design Trade Services is an exclusive online marketplace for designers created to streamline the sourcing process and let you efficiently shop from 80 different vendors, all in one place. They’ve vetted the products and vendors and created this marketplace, available to

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1059: Rachel Usher: Creating Community and Strength...

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2025/02/04

Today With Rachel Usher:Hi, welcome to A Well-Designed Business! In this episode, I sit down with an inspiring designer, entrepreneur, and community builder to talk about resilience—both in life and business: Rachel Usher. We dive into the challenges of running a design firm, navigating industry roadblocks, and the power of creating a supportive network. From building a business that can thrive beyond its founder to overcoming personal and professional setbacks, this conversation is packed with

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