Show Summary:
In this episode, Laurie Laizure and Nile Johnson from “To The Trade” speak with Sharon Sherman of Time and Place Design. They discuss Sharon’s journey from a luxury design-build assistant to starting her own company after making a bold career move. Sharon shares her mission to educate kitchen designers about the profitability of specifying furniture and explores the challenges and rewards of integrating interior design with kitchen and bath projects. The conversation addresses the importance of business acumen, the evolving design industry, and Sharon’s passion for sharing her extensive knowledge through educational tools and consulting. Key insights also encompass how design can enhance wellness and the future of kitchen design with emerging technologies.
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00:00Â Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:56Â Sharon’s Journey to Time and Place Design
03:24Â Challenges and Triumphs of Starting a Business
04:50Â The Importance of Marketing and Online Presence
08:40Â Educating Designers and Career Legacy
14:50Â The Business Side of Design
25:39Â Overcoming Resistance and Embracing Change
29:59Â Exploring the Latest Trends in Design
30:32Â Navigating High Point Market
32:25Â Common Mistakes in Furnishing
35:15Â Balancing Client Needs and Design Preferences
37:53Â The Future of Kitchen and Bath Design
39:02Â Personalizing Interior Design Projects
42:59Â Supporting Designers and Business Growth
46:27Â Innovations and Future Directions
52:21Â Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
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- Design Phase: Foundation for Success
- Procurement Phase: Systems That Scale
- Job Completion Phase: Creating Lifelong Clients
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