Is AD PRO Worth It for Interior Designers? Real Results from the Field
Interior designers share honest results from AD PRO membership leads, editorial access, and whether the…
Printing Design Presentations: The Best Printers for 2026
Interior designers share their go-to printers and presentation strategies for closing high-ticket sales, from Epson…
The Year One Software Guide: The Best Apps for New Interior Designers
A new designer asked the community what apps she really needs. The answer depends on…
From Solo Designer to Team Leader: Building Your Firm
Interior design firm staffing ranges from a solo practice to 23-plus employees. See how team…
Leftover Wallpaper and Fabric: Setting Expectations Before Installation
What happens to leftover wallpaper and fabric once a project wraps? Here’s how interior designers…
Team Bios on Your Website: The Branding Tool Many Design Firms Overlook
Should you feature team bios on your website and tag staff on Instagram projects? It…
Farrow & Ball on Cabinets: Beautiful Finish or Durability Risk?
Farrow and Ball paint on cabinets photographs beautifully but can wear fast. Here’s how designers…
Designing for the Whole Household: Starts at the Kickoff
Dads ask for golf simulators, wellness rooms, and man caves after the budget closes. Designing…
Change Orders for Interior Designers: How to Document Site Visit Changes the Right Way
Mid-project changes without documentation can cost you money and clients. Here’s how interior designers build…
Reselection Fees: Who Pays When a Builder Drops the Ball?
When a builder misses an order for a year, who pays for the reselection time?…
Product Markups and Client Trust: How Transparent Should Designers Be?
Interior designers share how they handle the product markup question, from PMF terminology to cost-plus…
Design Fee Plus Markup: Why Charging Both Is Standard Practice
Charging a design fee and a markup on procurement isn’t double-dipping. Here’s how working designers…