Mid-project changes without documentation can cost you money and clients. Here’s how interior designers build a change order workflow that protects scope, revenue, and peace of mind.
Change Orders for Interior Designers: How to Document Site Visit Changes the Right Way Read More »
When a builder misses an order for a year, who pays for the reselection time? Here’s how interior designers build a reselection fee into their contracts.
Reselection Fees: Who Pays When a Builder Drops the Ball? Read More »
Should you pass through the manufacturer’s furniture warranty or offer your own? Here’s how to document claims, set expectations, and limit your liability.
Who Should Handle Furniture Warranties? Manufacturers, Designers, or Both? Read More »
Susan Jamieson of Bridget Beari Designs joins Laurie Laizure on To-The-Trade to talk about building a paint line, a wallpaper line, and a new color rules book under one brand named after her rescue dogs.
Wondering when to get an EIN as an interior designer? Here’s how registering early unlocks trade pricing, protects your liability, and builds vendor trust.
EIN for Interior Designers: When to Register Your Business Read More »
Which items should never go to a receiver? Interior designers share how they route wallpaper, bedding, accessories, and more to protect margins and control install day.
What NOT to Send to a Receiver: Interior Designers Share Their Logistics Rules Read More »
When your interior design firm adds team members, personal phone numbers stop working. Here’s what designers use for shared business lines and communication systems.
Business Phone Systems: What Growing Design Firms Need to Consider Read More »
Chris Laumer-Giddens of LG Squared joins To-The-Trade on building science, becoming his own GC, consultations, running a design-build firm with his wife, Jody.
Your interior design vendor database needs to do more than store data. See what tools designers use to manage logins, reps, and trade resources securely.
Building a Database That Actually Works: Why Every Design Firm Needs One Read More »
Interior designers share real strategies for recovering from burnout while keeping clients informed and projects moving. Protect your capacity.
Interior Designer Burnout: How to Find Your Inspiration Again Read More »
