Interior Insider October, 21th 2025
Welcome to this weeks update!
Blog Highlight
What Tough Times Teach You About Running a Design Firm
Running a studio involves more than just taste; it’s the business of interior design. When projects stall and supply chains wobble, the weak spots in your systems become apparent. In this blog, designer Nikki Levy
The Projects Designers Are Most Proud Of, and Why They Still Matter
We asked designers on @interiordesigncommunity to share the project that made them proud. The responses were not pageview highlights, they were moments of trust, growth, and quiet impact. That is the heartbeat of the business of interior design.
Hiring Employees for Interior Designers, A Complete Guide
Growing firms usually blend two paths, employees on payroll, and independent contractors for specialized or variable work. Employees give control, quality consistency, and culture.
Project Credit and Collaboration: How Interior Designers Navigate the Architect Relationship
Charging for Travel as an Interior Designer: Rates, Time, and Expenses Explained
What’s the Ideal Project Size for Interior Designers? The Case for Whole-Home Scope
Latest Episode of To-The-Trade
No new episode this week… Laurie and Nile are at High Point! We will do an after-market wrap later.
To-The-Trade S3E12 What Finally Going to High Point Market Changed About Rhobin DelaCruz’s Business
To-The-Trade S3E11 with Juliana Ewer – Why High Point Market Is Non-Negotiable for Serious Designers
To-The-Trade S3E10 Know Your Worth and Say the Number: Pricing Confidence with Jill Erwin
Event Spotlight – High Point is this week!
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Social events, tours, and panels
