As a Chief Financial Officer for over 10 years, Danielle loved accounting but felt like something was missing while just helping investors and board of directors of large companies.

That’s when she realized her thrill for helping entrepreneurs, especially women, who were breaking the rules of business in order to create something amazing – something the rest of the world didn’t expect them to do. Danielle left corporate accounting and formed Kickstart Accounting, Inc; an accounting firm designed to help female entrepreneurs understand their financials in order to grow their businesses and become more profitable.

Since then she has realized entrepreneurs need more than just a bookkeeper; they need real financial analysis and education in order to get the confidence required to create the sustainable wealth they deserve.

https://kickstartaccountinginc.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kickstartaccounting/

Hello beautiful people! I am back and excited to dive into some key topics; customer service, communication, and accountability.

Recently, I found myself facing a situation that demanded direct action. As creatives, we're natually sensitive about our craft - it's part of what makes our work so unique. But there's a balance to strike: being open to critical feedback is just as essential. For me, ensuring my clients' satisfaction isn't just about completing a project; it's about building lasting relationships. Happy clients aren't just a one-time success-they're the cornerstone of repeat business and the source of invaluable referrals. Let's dive into how I navigated this challenge and what it means for creative professionals like us.

Being in business is not for the faint of heart. It is time consuming & you must LOVE what you do! There are moments when you wonder if you should keep going…but then it is out weighed by the love that I have for this craft.

Regine is a renaissance DIY Maven! She is all about her love for interior design and all that makes a house a home, from DIY projects, home renovations, interviews with interior designers, and the Haitian food she is cooking up in the Kreyol Kitchen.

https://the256project.com/

https://www.instagram.com/the256project/

Deesha Dyer is the Founder & CEO of Hook & Fasten, a social impact firm. Dyer is an award-winning event strategist, community organizer, and speaker who specializes in transforming ideas into causes that create tangible change. A 2019 Resident Fellow for the Harvard Kennedy School Institute of Politics, her career and personal journey reflects an unwavering passion for servant leadership, civic engagement, and social justice.

On her journey from a 31-year old community college student intern to social secretary for the Obama White House, Deesha resolved to not only open, but build doors of opportunity, support, and access to others. Deesha worked with the President and First Lady to plan and arrange all official and personal events hosted at the White House. She coordinated the historic visit of Pope Francis, State Dinners with leaders from China, Canada, Italy, Singapore and Italy, and booked legendary acts like Beyonce, Bruce Springsteen, Aretha Franklin and more.

Deesha is the co-founder and Executive Director of beGirl.world, an organization that empowers teen girls through global education and travel. In 2019, beGirl.world awarded scholarships to two black female college students who have been accepted into study abroad programs. She also oversees additional initiatives, including Black Girl 44, a scholarship fund for young black women seeking internships in Washington, D.C., and the Deesha Dyer Second Chance Scholarship at the Community College of Philadelphia.

Deesha recently completed a two-year tenure at the Ford Foundation. She is a sought after keynote speaker known for delivering engaging talks on topics spanning women in leadership, diversity, and social change. She was named to Marie Claire’s new guard of women changing the world and the Root’s most influential African-Americans. A proud Philly native who currently resides in Harlem, she has been featured in national media outlets, not limited to, but including Vogue, Travelnoire, and The Washington Post.

http://www.deeshadyer.com/

https://www.instagram.com/deedyer267/

https://www.saatva.com/?coupon=gaildavis

Dressing Rooms Interiors Studio LLC, a boutique vintage furniture shop and design studio.  The studio has become a destination for vintage furnishings, global accessories, and more.  Named "one of the Best Living Vintage in America" by House Beautiful and included on AD PRO's list of the best home decor stores in America, the shop has received national recognition.

Growing up in a home infused with art and culture has influenced her casual collected style and playful use of patterns and colors. For Ariene collecting is about judgement, taste and imagination.

https://www.dressingroomsinteriorsstudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dressmyroom/?hl=en

Today's episode is to remind you that you have to put in the work for your dreams. You don't get there by hoping & waiting on folks. You must nurture your dream & work at it until it happens. 

Kati Curtis Design is a full service, interior design firm based in New York City specializing in classic design with a global influence. Whether designing residential or commercial spaces, KCD has built a reputation on achieving highly individual results for a discerning, international clientele.

KCD crafts visual stories that become signature surroundings. Guided by clients’ aspirations, as well as their diverse experiences, the firm designs singular interiors, which allow clients to fully express who they are, and what holds meaning to them.

The history and location of the project, coupled with KCD’s broad base of experience, and its firm belief that successful design must be generated by the individual characteristics of each project, let’s KCD create extraordinary interiors. A portfolio of completed work includes historic restorations, contemporary renovations and new construction projects.

Supported by an underlying thread of sustainable quality, Kati Curtis Design ensures that the clients’ greatest investment is also their greatest source of comfort, pride and self-expression.

https://www.katicurtisdesign.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katicurtisdesign/?hl=en

With degrees in both psychology and interior design, principal designer Michelle Dirkse’s unique training allows her to understand both the psyche and the artistic foundation of the design process. After purchasing and remodeling her first condo in 2004 Michelle decided to pivot from a career in social work to focus on her creative side. Following a few years gaining industry experience, she launched her eponymous firm in 2013, employing her cognitive research abilities to discover  creative meaning and analytical solutions in every project along the way. In recent years, she has worked with local artists to transform their original artwork into kaleidoscopic patterns for her in-house collection of fabric, wallpaper, home accessories, decor items, and more.

Michelle is inspired by change and transformation—looking at ways to elevate common elements to something of beauty and intentionality. Interior design allows her to create living, functional art pieces in which every project presents a particular puzzle to solve. Her personal taste runs the gamut from the subdued to the bold, the traditional to the modern, and the minimalist to the maximalist. She relishes in the opportunity to explore all of her aesthetic passions by working with a variety of clients, each with their own sense of style.

https://www.michelledirkse.com/

https://www.instagram.com/michelledirkse/?hl=en

Norma Kamali has been in the fashion industry for over 50 years and is known for her innovative designs. She designed the Sleeping Bag Coat on a camping trip in the seventies, as well as multi-style jersey dresses. In 1973 her designs were referred to as ‘vintage of the future’ and are, in fact, part of her line today in washable, easy-care fabrics. Her swimwear has made a global influence for over forty years. The Parachute Collection is in several notable museums and is still evolving as part of her collection today.

In 1980 Norma introduced her sweats collection that became the forerunner of what is today called Active and Athleisure Wear. In the mid-nineties she created the NK ‘try before you buy’ website and was the first designer to have a store on eBay. During this time, she continued her exploration of alternative, healthy lifestyle practices; a search that began after the loss of her dear friends to AIDS.

After 9/11 Norma opened the Wellness Café; a curated collection of personal care and food products that support the immune system. The Wellness Café hosted talks and events featuring experts in the wellness arena. Teas, meditation, and classes were held every day at 6 pm.

In 2007 Norma collaborated with Walmart in a three-year licensee partnership where she created a collection of timeless styles all $20 and under. According to Norma, this was one of the most inspired and exciting experiences of her career.

As a result of the successful collection on Walmart.com, Norma was determined to transform her company to be exclusively e-commerce. Her current distribution network is to all major e-commerce players as well as a selection of specialty stores throughout America and Europe.

In 2016 Norma Kamali received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the CFDA to add to her numerous awards from the fashion industry.

In 2019 NORMALIFE was launched under the concept of a healthy lifestyle. NORMALIFE is democratic and inclusive for men and women of all ages, skin color, and type. The first launch was a skin line of timeless, safe ingredients and the packaging was developed with a sustainability focus.

I AM INVINCIBLE, Norma’s healthy lifestyle guide on aging with power, was released February 2021. Norma continues to live through her purpose in life of empowering women.

https://normakamali.com/

https://www.instagram.com/normakamali/?hl=en

I am returning to share some thoughts on vetting folks. It is important to invest in your business, but it is more important to know whom you are giving your money to. Also, it is great to learn as much as you can, but it is equally important to implement what you have learned! 

Monique Stemper is the founder & brains of Stemper & Associates. 

Stemper & Associates customizes accounting, project management, as well as growth and development services to each designer’s unique needs . We help designers streamline their business process, control the bottom line, and maximize business profits so they can spend less time on paperwork and focus on doing what they love—design.

https://stemperandassociates.com/

Today on the podcast I am sharing what I learned at the Business of Home Future of Home conference. It was phenomenal! 

If I can share one thing with you, it would be to attend the conferences that will help grow your business. Do not look at it like it is an unnecessary expense, what it actually is, is an opportunity for YOU to grow your business & invest in yourself. The money you put out will return a thousand times if you implement what you learn. Learn to invest in your dream and truly give it ALL you got! I promise you, it will be worth it.

This episode I discuss the The A-List, renting office space & the act of always being busy.

I want us to normalize the ups & downs of running a firm, cash flow & participating in a showhouse.

This is a message to faux ally's every where. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable and unlearn the entitlement & hatred that upholds white supremacy. STOP acting shock when you get it wrong. STOP with the hypocrisy. DO BETTER. That's it. 

Fernando is the co-founder of Duke Renders. A 3-D Rendering studio based in beautiful Tulum, Mexico. Duke Renders serves busy interior designers with 100% accurate photo-realistic 3D Renderings of their creative designs. They make you and your clients feel proud, confident and empowered at every step of the design process.

https://www.dukerenders.com/

https://www.instagram.com/dukerenders/?hl=en

Kaitlin Petersen is the editor in chief of Business of Home. She is also the author of the site’s 50 States Project, a weekly series that chronicles the unique challenges of running a design firm through interviews with interior designers state by state, and host of the podcast Trade Tales. Kaitlin has been writing about style and design for a decade, and her work has appeared in Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Metropolitan Home and Veranda, as well as Chicago, Texas Monthly, Time Out New York, and the international editions of Vanity Fair and Vogue.

https://businessofhome.com/masthead/kaitlin_petersen

https://www.instagram.com/knpetersen/?hl=en

Today we are going to address the most recent post from High Point Market Authority & their 10 chosen Design Influencers Tour. 

Shira Gill is the creative force behind Shira Gill Home, a lifestyle brand and popular blog. Her Virtual Closet Makeover Program and Get Organized Master Class sell out instantly, with hundreds of participants from all over the world. Shira has grown a cult-like following on Instagram, where her followers devour her authentic and funny content and share their own fifteen-minute wins (#15MinWin), from cleaning out a messy junk drawer to adding a calendar reminder to call their mother-in-law.

She is releasing her first book, MINIMALISTA (Ten Speed Press, October 12th, 2021)- an approachable, fun, and effective guide to understanding what you want and need to feel better at home, this fall.

https://shiragill.com/

https://www.instagram.com/shiragill/?hl=en

Today's guest is my client GraceAnne DiGiovacchino. She is a super busy woman who has a successful career, she is also a mom to a toddler & wife. GraceAnne found me via referral from a designer friend. She has NEVER worked with a designer & had no idea what to expect. She will share the lessons that she has learned being a homeowner &  what it is like to work with me. 

Kimberley Seldon is not only a great interior designer, but she is an amazing sought after, kick ass business coach! She walks her talk & has changed the way designers do business around the globe. 

While I know her team wanted me to discuss more of the designer Kimberley Seldon; I would be doing a disservice to the design world if we did not mention Business of Design aka BOD. I am proud to say that Kimberley is MY business coach! 

To ALL of the designers/decorators out there, if you want to take your business to the next level...look no further. Do yourself and your business a favor & sign up for BOD!

https://kimberleyseldon.com/KSDCOM/

https://www.instagram.com/kimberleyseldon/?hl=en

https://businessofdesign.com/

When solving a design predicament—from acquiring a rare piece of art or picking out the perfect fabric—they leave no tile unturned and finish by directing a full, perfect installation. Abby Hetherington Interiors has developed a strong business team in house and with the area's finest craftsmen, artisans, architects and builders. Using this elite network, AHI collaborates with each, drawing from their master skills to give creative life to their custom visions for your project. Others have been drawn to Abby Hetherington Interiors' inspiring and unique designs. AHI work has been featured in numerous publications including Country Living, Mountain Living, Sky Journal, Western Art & Architecture and Cowboys & Indians.

Abby Hetherington Interiors is housed with its sister company, the Architect's Wife, in the historic Montana Motor Supply building in downtown Bozeman.

http://abbyhetheringtoninteriors.com/

https://www.instagram.com/abbyhetheringtoninteriors/?hl=en

Haley Chouinard is the managing editor of Business of Home, the daily publication of record for the home industry. She previously held editorial roles at Galerie and House Beautiful. In a past life, Haley covered arts & entertainment for Bustle, TDF Stages, and Rolling Stone.

https://www.instagram.com/haleychouinard/?hl=en

Sharon Lee is a Korean-American fine artist and interior designer native to Los Angeles. Groomed as an artist from a young age to continue her grandfather's and mother's legacy, she has a B.A. from UCLA art school, a Masters of Interior Architecture from UCLA/Cal Poly, and worked as an interior designer at Michael S. Smith.

In 2012, she founded Krane Home to share her modernized interpretation of Korean Art with the Interior design world. Her art and decor are beloved by homeowners and designers worldwide and her work has been featured in every major design magazine.

https://www.kranehome.com/

https://www.instagram.com/kranehome/?hl=en

Artist & vintage curator Carmen Nash Nash's nuanced design perspective comes from her spirituality and rich heritage, rooted in experiences as a Black Southern artist. She has designed an assortment of light for Troy Lighting.

https://www.instagram.com/loftandthought/

Growing up in Houston and spending much of her childhood in New Orleans, Sherrell Neal spent a great deal of time with her father on a remodel job, or in the workshop, where she developed a heart for design. Her passion for quality and craftsmanship have led her to develop relationships with some of Houston’s skilled experts. Sherrell is a graduate of The Art Institute of Houston where she studied Interior Design.

https://sherrelldesignstudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sherrelldesignstudio/?hl=en

Inspired by her travels, family and friends, and fashion, Emma  always knew she wanted to be an interior designer.  After training at the New York School of Interior Design Emma has worked on a wide array of projects all over the world.   In 2015 she started her own eponymous design firm, Emma Beryl.  Emma Beryl was recently named as a top new designer to watch by Lonny Mag.

https://www.emmaberyl.com/

https://www.instagram.com/emmaberyl/?hl=en

At Stitchroom, they are a team of designers, upholsterers and sewers in Brooklyn, NY. They understand what it takes to make your design vision a reality.

https://www.stitchroom.com/

https://www.instagram.com/trystitchroom/?hl=en

As Co-Founder + Lead Designer of TOV, I've developed a keen understanding of what the millennial shopper wants. I saw a gap in the market for stylish and affordable furniture and worked to provide chic, fashion-inspired pieces by examining runway trends. Previously a pre-school teacher, my love of interior design brought me into the furniture space where I've helped change what it looks like to be a woman in this male-dominated industry.

https://tovfurniture.com/

https://www.instagram.com/tovfurniture/?hl=en

Growing up, Haley spent countless hours reconfiguring the layout of her bedroom furniture, all the while gaining an informal, albeit invaluable education in how best to utilize space. Over time, her desire to design interior spaces grew from a childhood pastime to a burning passion. Haley's impeccable design instincts and efficient, bootstrapping approach to challenges are only outdone by her disarming positivity and charm. A devoted traveler with Los Angeles roots, Haley effortlessly infuses signature California-tinged cool with worldly-inspired accents. She appreciates the styles of the past but values modern comfort and functionality first and foremost. Haley's mission is to design homes that make people happy. Happiness looks different for each client, and that is the challenge that Haley looks forward to solving with every project.

https://www.haleyweidenbaum.com/

https://www.instagram.com/haleyweidenbaum/?hl=en

Since beginning his firm in 2016, Jacob has quickly become recognized as an industry leader, having been included in Houston Chronicle’s round up of Most Beautiful Homes for 2019 and 2020, recognized by Luxe Interiors as a go-to designer for contemporary kitchens, and mentioned in Architectural Digest as an "insider". He describes his style as Modern Eclectic, saying “the terms modern and eclectic are pretty broad, but it best describes my ideal style. I draw inspiration from styles that are traditional and contemporary to create something that is unique”. He believes that collecting pieces from multiple eras and styles is the key to a design that is timeless and not trendy. Jacob introduces vintage pieces in his designs to create a layered look that represents his client’s journey and lifestyle. The end result is sophisticated yet comfortable.

https://www.jacob-medina.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jacobmedinainteriordesign/?hl=en

Dara Caponigro is the Chief Creative Officer of F. Schumacher & Co. and Creative Director of Schumacher. F. Schumacher & Co. is a 131-year-old American company that comprises both Schumacher, the luxury fabric and wallcovering house, and Patterson Flynn Martin, the prestigious rug firm. Caponigro directs and oversees product development, digital and print marketing, PR and events, licensing, the Schumacher blog and visual merchandising. She is also Editor in Chief of Schumacher’s luxury design magazine, Frederic. Caponigro is the author of The Authentics, which delves into the lives and homes of original trailblazers in the creative world as well as Domino, the Book of Decorating, a NY Times bestseller. Her most recent book S Is for Style: The Schumacher Book of Decoration celebrates the limitless possibilities of decorating and helps readers identify their personal style. Prior to joining Schumacher, Caponigro held many illustrious positions as a magazine editor, specializing in interior design and architecture. Most recently, Caponigro was the Editor-in-Chief of Veranda, establishing it as a global luxury brand. During her tenure, which coincided with both a recession and a decline in overall magazine readership, both Veranda's newsstand sales and advertising revenue increased by double digit percentages. Caponigro was also a founding editor of domino where she was Style Director from 2004 to 2009. She also held the positions of Design and Decoration Director at Elle Decor and Decorating Director at House Beautiful. She began her career at The Cooper-Hewitt Museum. Caponigro is known for her ability to develop and invigorate brands, whether it’s breathing new life into existing companies or building them from scratch. With her discerning eye and uncanny ability to know her audience, she is able to dissect a property’s assets, give it a distinct personality, and evolve it to its full potential. Caponigro holds a BA from Barnard College where she graduated Phi Beta Kappa. She lives in the Bronx with her husband, David Steinberger, and their two children, Sofia and Stefan. Their homes have been published in House Beautiful, Elle Decor, Veranda, domino, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times.

https://www.instagram.com/dara_caponigro/?hl=en

hmoore@fsco.com

Becky Shea Design (BS/D) is a leading NYC-based full service interior design & lifestyle studio specializing in organic modernist principles across our luxury residential projects and custom, artisan crafted furniture & home decor.  Unlike most interior design studios which rely on architects for design elements and drawings, we control and design every single detail of the custom homes we build and renovate, inside and out.  From all custom millwork, vanities, windows and door details, down to the grout color and vegetation surrounding you, we holistically create spaces thoughtfully considering how each element symbiotically works together.  Our design philosophy is rooted in our deep appreciation for embracing nature’s energy in a sustainable, timeless way that evokes a sense of welcoming calmness & peace. BS/D’s signature use of muted, organic textiles, and layered natural elements paired with industrial materials like steel and concrete, define our studio’s ethos. When coupled with our obsessive desire to ensure functionalism is not lost, the end result is a truly beautiful, yet practical, design that will stand the test of time.

https://www.instagram.com/beckymshea/

https://www.beckyshea.com/

Chris Goddard is the Founder and Principal Designer of Goddard Design Group. With over 30 years of design experience, Chris has mastered his approach to creating timeless spaces that tell a story and evoke a mood.

Through his eclectic style and attention to detail, Chris artfully blends elegance with personal history. With a focus on each client’s individual needs, environment and past, he ultimately creates an inheritable home for generations to come. Chris believes that a home should be a sanctuary and a true expression of each client.

https://www.instagram.com/goddarddesigngroup/?hl=en

https://www.goddarddesigngroup.com/

Lindsey’s background as an artist allows her to design spaces that are intentional and unique to every client.  From mixing earthy textures with bold textiles, curating vintage finds with contemporary elements, Lindsey pulls her inspiration from the beautiful California landscapes she has called home all her life.

Lindsey Brooke Design was started in 2016 in Lindsey’s spare bedroom of her Thousand Oaks home. With a lot of hard work, endless nights, and a big dream Lindsey has turned Lindsey Brooke Design into a household name. Lindsey also works as a leader in the design community by co-hosting a 4 day retreat called Design Camp throughout the year for fellow design professionals.

https://www.instagram.com/lindseybrookedesign/?hl=en

https://www.lindseybrookedesign.com/

Established in 1998 by Philip J. Consalvo, PJCArchitecture is an award winning boutique firm dedicated to transforming lives through innovative, tailored design solutions. United by a shared passion for beautiful, functional, and impactful architecture, the firm’s culturally diverse team possesses years of combined experience in architecture, interior architecture, planning, and construction management services in both the United States and abroad.

 

PJCA’s collaborative approach is client-focused from conceptualization to construction. Taking into consideration budget, design challenges, and client goals, PJCA’s highly individualized process is led by design excellence, a commitment to sustainability, and passion. The team thrives on the energy of creative exchange, building fruitful, fulfilling, and long lasting relationships with clients. PJCA’s expertise is adaptable to every context, bringing human-focused, personalized solutions to projects big and small, commercial and residential, of all budgets. PJCA is headquartered in NYC and serves clients throughout the country and beyond.

https://www.pjcarchitecture.com/

https://www.instagram.com/pjcarchitecture/

After earning an Architecture degree at The Cooper Union, Jean spent a decade working in architecture and construction. Her own challenging renovation inspired her to transform the opaque construction industry and create the first modern renovation experience that is transparent, efficient and personal. Sweeten (as in “home, sweet home”) launched in 2011. Today, Sweeten has nearly $1.5B of construction projects in the pipeline. The two-sided marketplace brings trust, transparency and technology to a $400B industry, creating the end-to-end standard for the renovation experience. Sweeten has been called a “Renovation Game-Changer,” with Jean hailed as “The Contractor Whisperer” by New York Magazine and one of Inc. Magazine’s “Most Innovative Women Founders in America.” Jean is a Loeb Fellow from Harvard University's Graduate School of Design, where she co-founded the African American Student Union (AASU), an organization supporting African Americans in architecture, real estate and urban planning. As a member of the 2018 Class of Henry Crown Fellows at the Aspen Institute, she recently launched SAW (Sweeten Accelerator for Women) to help female contractors build their businesses. Most recently, Jean was recognized by Goldman Sachs as one of the 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs of 2020 at its Builders + Innovators Summit.

https://sweeten.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sweeten_home/?hl=en

• Design Camp dates October 18-21st & October 25-28th.
• An intimate, 14 guest retreat for interior designers in Austin, Texas
• 2 weeks, back to back this October: October 18-21st + October 25-28th
• Tickets are all-inclusive, meaning hotel stay, all food, drinks, coursework + gifts
• We have guests ranging from 10 year industry veterans to women just preparing to launch their business
• It is a small mastermind group, not a conference of key-note speakers. Lindsey + I share everything we know, but more importantly, our guests share everything they know, too
• Pre-sale tickets release to email subscribers only (sign up at www.design-camp.co) on Thursday at 10am PST
• Tickets release to the public (if any remain after pre-sale) on Friday at 10am PST

Katerina has been successful in turning the male-dominated textile industry on its head and lean into the softer side of entrepreneurship. She was able to tap into her femininity to create the best of both worlds. Her emphasis on sustainability, nature and female legacy, is everything that Beflax Linen represents. The pieces are created using the most ecological and socially responsible methods, without any artificial dyes. The fabrics' unique weave is crafted to provide a great balance of comfort and weight and rich texture.

https://www.instagram.com/beflaxlinen/?hl=en

https://beflaxlinen.com/

Cortney is an interior designer, developer and one half of the Novogratz design duo, who along with her husband Robert are beloved designers well-known for their eclectic style and boutique-inspired furniture and home accents. Their eponymous home furnishing lines are sold at major retailers, as well as their brisk e-commerce business, ShoptheNovogratz.com. Cortney is the co-founder of The Novogratz brand that aims to bring boutique designs at affordable prices to families around the world.

The Novogratz have had many celebrated collaborations, including the most recent new designs for Tempaper, working with the fabulous artist and creative director Donald Robertson (@Drawbertson), on two recent issues, Zebras in Love and Lips. Exciting new collabs are due for 2021 so stay tuned! The Novogratz create community through these collaborations and on social media generating a lot of user generated content.

Cortney is mother to seven children: Wolfgang, Bellamy, Tallulah, Breaker, Five, Holleder, and Major. The ability to integrate their work and personallives has given the Novogratz a unique perspective as to the needs of the modern family, and they love nothing more than bringing functional, beautifulsolutions to their customers.

Cortney and Robert are working on two major home projects, the iconic Pink House in Greenwich Village in New York, NY and the “Bird House”, another super-star project located on the much-coveted Bird Streets of Los Angeles. Both will be completed toward the second half of the year.

https://www.thenovogratz.com/

https://www.instagram.com/cortneynovogratz/?hl=en

After spending a decade in publishing firms from Conde Nast, Time Inc. to Hachette, Lauren’s focus turned to textiles in 2009. While not formerly trained in textiles, her love and passion for the craft grew organically from early on. As an avid collector of handwoven vintage textiles, she knew that some day it would take possession of her and to this day, one of her guiding design principle is to honor the hand loom whenever possible.

Always inspired by nature and global cultures, driven by love of fiber and craft, with a nod to the past, LAUREN HWANG NEW YORK offers a new modern luxury textile collection steeped in ethnic heritage with simplicity, the natural and understated elegance.

Proud to share the following design luminaries are patrons of Lauren’s work:  Peter Marino Architect, Drake/Anderson, Victoria Hagan, Steven Gambrel, Robert Couturier, Jeffrey Bilhuber, Foley & Cox, Sara Story, Frank De Biasi, Workshop APD, Pembrooke & Ives, Kelly Behun, Cortney Bishop, Jenny Kennan, Nicole Fuller, Steven Volpe, Erica Millar, Joan Behnke, Michael S Smith, Nicole Hollis, Cullman Kravis, Stewart Manger, Amy Hirsh, Grade NY, David Kleinberg, De la Torre design,Fawn Galli, Studio Sofield, Huniford, Thomas Juul Hansen, Wiseman Group, Shawn Henderson, Patrick Sutton, David Collins Studio, K&H design, Studio Vero, Jean Louis Denot, Four Seasons Hotel, Cartier, Graff, Chanel & Dior.

https://www.laurenhwangnewyork.com/

https://www.instagram.com/laurenhwangnewyork/?hl=en

Everything starts in our studio, where we paint sketches, hand-carve blocks or hand-cut stencils before transforming each pattern into an original fabric design.

Screen printing historically evolved from stenciling, and we likewise progress from analog methods to modern techniques, hand-screening our fabrics on 100% Belgian linen and digitally printing our wallpapers on vellum or grass cloth.

We see through the lens of California’s landscape, which inspires our spectrum of painterly colors. We’re based in Los Angeles, where we print our fabrics, and we’re represented by showrooms across the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Australia.

https://brookperdigontextiles.com/

https://www.instagram.com/brookperdigontextiles/?hl=en

Kelsey Mulvey is a freelance journalist is San Francisco. Prior to going freelance, Kelsey created lifestyle content for the Wall Street Journal and Business Insider. Her work has been featured in Lonny, My Domaine, Apartment Therapy, and many more! She is also the founder of Office Hours, a newsletter that has candid conversations about being your own boss!

https://www.instagram.com/kmulvs/?hl=en

​Thurman Design Studio is a Nashville-based interior design firm specializing in residential and commercial development projects throughout the country.

Laura Thurman (Principal Interior Designer) is well known for a global aesthetic filtered through a modern lens. She uses her upbringing in the diverse city of Los Angeles and world travels for inspiration as she collaborates with her clients to create beautiful spaces that reflect their values and personality.

https://www.thurmandesignstudio.com/

https://www.instagram.com/thurmandesign/?hl=en​

Noz Design is a full-service interior design firm based in San Francisco, serving clients on residential and select commercial projects throughout the Bay Area and from coast to coast. With a focus on eclectic, collected spaces, Noz Design creates effortlessly bold, well-appointed homes that not only reflect our dwellers' lifestyles and tastes, but also maximize a space's functionality and a project's budget. Noz was named an Architectural Digest Rising Star in 2020, House Beautiful Next Wave Designer in 2020, Sunset Magazine’s Best Designer of the West 2020, and our work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Sunset Magazine, House Beautiful, HGTV Magazine, ELLE Decor, Curbed SF, The Irish Times, Houzz, and The Today Show.

At Noz Design, we are big believers that Home is critical to our mental health and happiness. As active members of the San Francisco community, we commit a portion of our income to a local shelter that provides a safe haven for women, children, and gender non-binary survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Noz Design is a woman-owned, POC-owned business, and we believe Black Lives Matter.

http://noz.design/

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SOMERSELLE is a multiline showroom offering a NEW SHOWROOM EXPERIENCE!

https://somerselle.com/

https://www.instagram.com/somerselle_ny/?hl=en

Katie Borchardt is a trained architectural designer and the Director of Jean Stoffer's cabinetry company, Stoffer Home Cabinetry.  With over 19 years of experience in interior residential design, Katie received training in Classical and Traditional architectural design and a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from The University of Notre Dame, graduating cum laude.  She has worked with many high-profile architectural firms and cabinetry-makers over her career, most notably Jean Stoffer Design, Christopher Peacock, O'Brien Harris, Hammond Beeby Rupert Ainge Architects, and Liederbach & Graham Architects.  Katie has been honored to collaborate with over a hundred clientele since the launch of Stoffer Home Cabinetry in 2019.  Her mission is to deliver the most functional, beautiful and high-quality designs and cabinetry, with an emphasis on superb customer experience.  https://www.stofferhomecabinetry.com/

https://www.instagram.com/stofferhomecabinetry/

TRNK presents PROVENANCED, an exhibition of contemporary designs that reference African, Indigenous, and ancient aesthetics. From the 20th century modernist art movement (i.e Picasso, Matisse, Giacometti) to turn-of-the-century Art Deco design (i.e. Victor Courtray, Pierre Legrain), African and Indigenous works have forever evolved Western design language. Despite this enormous influence, rarely can we collectively speak to the historical significance of these references. Influences have either gone unacknowldeged, or have become abstracted to the point of anonymity. 

https://www.trnk-nyc.com/

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Katharine Earnhardt developed an in-depth art market knowledge and aptitude for developing client taste through 15 years of experience in the New York and London art worlds. She has worked at notable institutions including the Museum of Modern Art, Christie’s Inc, and Gurr Johns, and conducted extensive research on art value and investment. She regularly speaks, conducts webinars, and leads classes on the art industry, educating designers and other creatives about sourcing and acquiring art. Known for her approachability, transparency, and discerning eye for art, balance, and scale, Katharine instills trust and confidence in her clients and industry colleagues.

Katharine has a dual degree in Art History and Economics from Williams College and a Masters in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art. Outside of her business, she takes pride in preserving quality time with her two girls and husband, starting a local community service class for children, and being unexpectedly outdoorsy.

https://www.masonlaneart.com/

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Monique Valeris is the senior home editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers decorating ideas, home tours, gift guides and more. Previously, she served as the digital home editor at ELLE Decor.

https://www.instagram.com/moniquevaleris/?hl=en