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Design with Impact

Design with Impact is a podcast for interior designers who want to create beautiful, sustainable, and healthy spaces—while building a purposeful, profitable business.Hosted by interior designer and sustainability advocate Alex Shield, this show explores sustainable interior design, eco-friendly materials, and non-toxic homes, giving you practical tools to design with intention and reduce environmental impact.Each week, you’ll hear solo episodes and expert conversations covering indoor air quality,

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18. Building for Health: The 12 CORE Principles for...

Design with Impact ·

2026/09/29

Episode 18: Building for Health: The 12 CORE Principles for Healthy Building Design with Brian JohnsonDescription:What does it really mean to build a healthy home?In this episode of Design with Impact, I’m joined by Brian Johnson, general contractor, builder, and triple-certified building biologist and the founder and CEO of SENERGY360 and the Healthy Building Alliance.Brian brings together building science, building biology, wellness, and human health to rethink the way we design and build the

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00:53:00

17. Sustainable Design, Systems & Profit: Business...

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2026/09/22

Episode 17: Sustainable Design, Systems & Profit: Business Lessons for Interior Designers with Rebecca HayDescription:What does it really take to build an interior design business that is both profitable and sustainable?In this episode of Design with Impact, I’m joined by Rebecca Hay, an interior designer, international speaker, business mentor, and founder of Designers Room. Rebecca built her interior design firm, Rebecca Hay Designs, into a seven-figure business before transitioning her focus

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00:11:47

16. What I Learned from the 30 day $30K Eco Design...

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2026/09/15

Episode 16: What I Learned from the 30 day, $30K Eco Design Challenge: Sustainable Sourcing, Materials & MoreDescription:What happens when you put sustainable interior design to the test?In this solo episode of Design with Impact, I’m sharing my experience taking on the 30-Day, $30K Eco Design Challenge, hosted by the Good Future Design Alliance (GFDA). The challenge was to transform a space in 30 days with a maximum budget of $30,000 while following three key principles: low waste, low toxin,

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00:14:24

15. How to Build a Sustainable Supplier Network for...

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2026/09/08

Episode 15: How to Build a Sustainable Supplier Network for Your Interior Design BusinessDescription:If you've ever wished someone would just hand you a list of trusted sustainable suppliers, this episode is for you.As an interior designer, you already have enough on your plate. Researching every flooring, textile, furniture piece, paint, and finish from scratch can feel overwhelming—especially when you're trying to make healthier and more sustainable choices for your clients.But after years of

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00:37:38

14. Designing for Longevity: Sustainable Furniture,...

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2026/07/14

Episode 14: Designing for Longevity: Sustainable Furniture, Local Manufacturing & Circular DesignDescription:What does sustainable furniture actually mean—and how can interior designers confidently source pieces that align with their values?In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Méghane Delorme, co-founder of Fabrique Allwood, a Quebec-based furniture manufacturer that's redefining sustainable furniture through local production, zero-waste manufacturing, and timeless

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00:36:08

13. Beyond Beautiful Spaces: Why Sustainable Art...

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2026/07/07

Episode 13: Beyond Beautiful Spaces: Why Sustainable Art Matters in Interior DesignDescription:Artwork is often the finishing touch that brings a space to life—but have you ever stopped to consider its environmental impact?In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Jenny McCarty, founder of Sage Leaf Studio, to explore what makes artwork truly sustainable. With a unique background in ecology and water resource management, Jenny combines science, conservation, and creativity to create

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00:12:40

12. How I Built a Sustainable Interior Design...

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2026/06/30

Episode 12: How I Built a Sustainable Interior Design Business (Without Having It All Figured Out)Description:In this solo episode of Design with Impact, I’m sharing my personal journey into sustainable interior design—how a childhood shaped by reuse and resourcefulness, a project installation filled with waste, and a powerful documentary completely changed the way I think about design.If you’ve ever felt called to incorporate sustainability into your business but worried it would be too

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00:39:14

11. What’s Really Inside Your Sofa? The Truth About...

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2026/06/23

Episode 11: What’s Really Inside Your Sofa? The Truth About Healthy, Natural FurnitureIn this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Christine Sintermann, co-founder of Biosofa, to explore what’s really hiding inside the upholstered furniture we bring into our homes.After discovering the amount of plastic, petroleum-based foam, and synthetic materials used in conventional sofas, Christine and her husband set out to create a different kind of furniture—one built around natural materials,

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00:51:11

10. Designing for Wellness: Building Biology, Indoor...

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2026/06/16

Episode 10: Designing for Wellness: Building Biology, Indoor Air Quality & Natural MaterialsDescription:In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Jen Nickel, founder of Invision Design Solutions, to explore the powerful intersection of interior design, building science, and human health through the lens of building biology.Jen shares her journey into wellness-driven design, what building biology really means, and why interior designers have an important role to play in shaping

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00:49:30

9. Building a Values-Driven Brand

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2026/06/09

Episode 9: Building a Values-Driven BrandDescription:In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and founder of Voes & Co., Desiree Dupuis, to explore the future of sustainable materials, vegan design, and values-driven business.Desiree shares her journey from corporate life to building a globally recognized vegan footwear brand rooted in ethics, innovation, and conscious consumerism. Together, Alex and Desiree dive into the environmental impact of

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00:34:51

8. How to Source Non-Toxic Rugs: Materials,...

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2026/06/02

Episode 8. How to Source Non-Toxic Rugs: Materials, Certifications & Red FlagsDescription:In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Sandy Wong, founder of Rugs by Roo and the Healthy Home Summit, to talk about one of the most overlooked pieces of a healthy home: the rug.Sandy shares how her journey as a mom led her to discover how difficult it is to find rugs that are truly safe, natural, and free from harmful chemicals. Together, they unpack what’s really inside most

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00:13:53

7. Sustainable Interior Design Q&A: Clients, Waste...

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2026/05/26

Episode 7: Sustainable Design Q&A: How to Talk to Clients, Reduce Waste & Prioritize What MattersDescription:In this solo Q&A episode of Design with Impact, Alex answers some of the most common questions interior designers have when they’re starting their sustainable design journey.From how to talk to clients about sustainability without sounding preachy, to how to manage the massive amount of waste created during installs and renovations, Alex breaks down practical strategies you can

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00:25:54

6. Non-Toxic Kitchens: Why Aluminum Cabinets Are the...

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2026/05/19

Episode 6: Non-Toxic Kitchens: Why Aluminum Cabinets Are the Future of Healthy DesignDescription:In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Ona Vilarmau from IMD Cabinets, a company that designs and manufactures custom luxury kitchens and cabinetry made entirely from aluminum.They dive into why traditional cabinetry can be a hidden source of formaldehyde, VOCs, and toxic adhesives, and how those materials can impact indoor air quality—especially in the kitchen, one of the most

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00:53:02

5. The Sustainable Social Media Strategy: How to...

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2026/05/12

Episode 5: The Sustainable Social Media Strategy: How to Build Community & Attract Ideal ClientsDescription:In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Valentine Aouad, founder of GreenSocials, to explore how interior designers can use social media intentionally—not just to grow an audience, but to build real community and attract aligned clients.Valentine shares why sustainability messaging often falls flat online, how designers can communicate their values without sounding

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01:06:29

4. The Truth About Textiles

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2026/05/05

Episode 4: The Truth About TextilesAre “performance” fabrics actually safe for our homes—or are they loaded with hidden toxic chemicals?In this episode of Design with Impact, I’m joined by Patty Grossman, co-founder of Two Sisters EcoTextiles, to break down what interior designers need to know about sustainable textiles, healthy upholstery, and non-toxic fabric choices.Patty shares eye-opening insights into the textile industry, including why fabric can contain up to 25% chemicals by weight, what

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00:44:18

3. Healthy Homes 101: Indoor Air Quality, Mold &...

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2026/04/28

Episode 3: Healthy Homes 101: Indoor Air Quality, Mold & Non-Toxic DesignDid you know the air inside your home can be 2–5 times more polluted than outdoor air? In this episode of Design with Impact, we’re diving deep into the hidden world of building biology, indoor air quality, and non-toxic interior design.I’m joined by interior designer and building biology expert Amanda, who breaks down how our homes function as a “third skin”—and how the materials, furniture, and design decisions we make

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00:43:57

3. Healthy Homes 101: Indoor Air Quality, Mold &...

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2026/04/24

EP3: Healthy Homes 101: Indoor Air Quality, Mold & Non-Toxic DesignDid you know the air inside your home can be 2–5 times more polluted than outdoor air? In this episode of Design with Impact, we’re diving deep into the hidden world of building biology, indoor air quality, and non-toxic interior design.I’m joined by interior designer and building biology expert Amanda, who breaks down how our homes function as a “third skin”—and how the materials, furniture, and design decisions we make can

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01:10:59

2. Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled Interiors

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2026/04/21

Episode 2: Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled InteriorsWhat if the most beautiful pieces in your designs didn’t come from a catalog—but from what others throw away?In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Montreal-based designer Philippe Charlebois-Gomez, founder of Studio Botté, to explore how discarded materials can become stunning, one-of-a-kind lighting—and why upcycling needs to become standard practice in interior design.From salvaging street finds to collaborating with

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00:07:40

1. What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it...

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2026/04/21

Episode 1: What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it Matters More Than Ever)What is sustainable interior design—and why should every designer be paying attention?In this foundational episode of Design with Impact, Alex Shield breaks down what sustainable interior design really means beyond aesthetics. From reducing environmental impact to creating healthier spaces, this episode explores how design decisions shape not only our homes—but our planet and well-being.You’ll learn why the design

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00:03:46

Welcome to Design with Impact

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2026/04/16

Sustainable Interior Design for Healthier Spaces and Meaningful ImpactSustainable interior design isn’t a trend—it’s the future.If you’re an interior designer who wants to create beautiful, healthy spaces and build a purpose-driven, profitable business, you’re in the right place.In this teaser episode of Design with Impact, host Alex Shield shares the story behind her shift into sustainable interior design—from confronting industry waste to uncovering the hidden health risks in everyday materials

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