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A dirty secret in design is that an interior designer will invest their time and money into a project for clients. They want the project to be beautiful. They want their client to love their work. The passion designers put into a project is similar to that of most other artists. When you look at

Welcome to the latest episode of To-The-Trade, where we delve into Susan Hayward Interiors’ transformative journey as it rebrands to Hayward Design House. Join host Laurie and co-host Nile Johnson as they explore the critical themes of personal branding in the evolving interior design landscape, the commitment to sustainability, and the innovative integration of AI

In this episode of To-The-Trade, we talk with designer and author Mitzi Beach about aging in place, aging in design, and wellness’s role in design. They discussed various topics related to interior design, aging in place, and the challenges faced by professionals in their field. They emphasized the importance of designing for aging in place,

Show Summary: Episode 9 of the To-The-Trade podcast brings together hosts Laurie Laizure and Nile Johnson with designer, market guide creator, and panelist Marisa Wilson. The trio reflects on their recent experiences at High Point Market, exploring why this show felt like one of the most energizing events in years. Marisa shares highlights from hosting

Shannon Ggem is a published designed from Malibu, CA and an expert on biophilia. Lets learn how to incorporate biophilia into your design business. Remember, you’re not just a designer, you’re part of a community. And with To-The-Trade, you’ll never feel like you’re going it alone again. P.S. We have some amazing guests and juicy

Laurie Laizure and Michael Kaestner interview esteemed interior design writer, Carl Dellatore about How to write an interior design book. What is involved? How long does it take? How much money do you make? How much do you invest? Do you need an agent? Images and copyrights. Promoting your book. The truth about the real

In this podcast, Nile Johnson and Laurie Laizure ask: Are trade shows worth the expense for interior designers? What should you do if you go to a trade show to maximize the benefit as an interior designer. I hope you enjoy it! Remember, you’re not just a designer, you’re part of a community. And with