Interior Design with Kandrac and Kole – Details, episodes & analysis

In this episode, we decided to dive into this topic that often leaves many people confused about how the quality of furniture impacts price. We will break down the factors that influence pricing and shed some light on what you really get for your money! 

SPONSOR
This episode is sponsored by Currey & Company. Currey is an Atlanta-based, second–generation family-owned producer of beautiful residential and contract lighting, in- stock case goods and upholstery, and a broad range of statement-making accessories that we have relied on for the past 19 years!

Currey has a brand-new website with several new features! Just a few that we will be using are the true freight calculator, a configurator for the multi-drop pendants, several ways to search and the ability to make project boards. Live inventory and shipping within 48 hours on in-stock products makes last-minute pieces easy to get. All of this and outstanding customer service!!

So, check out our dear friends at curreyandcompany.com or visit at market!

Key Takeaways:

1.  The quality of an upholstered furniture's frame, suspension system, and cushion impacts the comfort and price.

2.  Vintage and antique furniture can be a valuable choice because of its unique charm and excellent craftsmanship.

3.  Investing in high-quality and well-crafted furniture supports durability and environmental standards and is worth prioritizing in your budget.

Announcements: Giveaway, High Point Insider’s Tour

• The tour is FREE but participants are responsible for their travel and hotel arrangements.

• All participants for the Full Day Tour must be able to attend on Saturday, October 26 from 8:30AM -6:00PM to qualify for the Insider's Tour.

Partial-day participation for Full Day tours is not available so please make your travel plans accordingly or you'll forfeit your spot on the Tour if unable to participate from 8:30AM - 6:00PM. If you would like to have breakfast, then please be at the designated showroom by 8:00AM.

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• If 2 are attending from the same company, each person must submit an application form.

• Application deadline is October 16, 2024 5PM but note that all Tours fill up quickly so we encourage you to apply early to secure a spot with your requested Tour Guide.  

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KANDRAC & KOLE BIO
Voted one of “Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers” by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. 

Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. 

In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, “Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole.” This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, “The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly,” in 2024. 

Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. 

SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/

https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/

https://twitter.com/KandracKole

https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/

A special thank you to our team – Russ Riba with Podcast Studio Network who handles our production and engineering services and makes sure that our sound is polished and professional and to Gayle Mahoney of Gayle Mahoney Branding & Design for production and marketing of the podcast and making sure all information goes out to social media!

Kandrac & Kole Interior Design is growing! Listen for a special annnouncement about our latest endeavor! We are soooo excited!

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KANDRAC & KOLE BIO

Voted one of “Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers” by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US.

Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy.

In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, “Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole.” This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, “The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly,” in 2024.

Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala

SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/

https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/

https://twitter.com/KandracKole

https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/

As you all know, we are avid art collectors – big, small, established artists, street art – we are here for it! We realized after our last episode on artists we love, we had to share some more of our favorites. 

Marlise Newman
https://www.shaingallery.com/marlise-newman 
@marlisenewmanart

Holly Irwin
@hollyirwinfineart

Susan Hable 
https://www.hableconstruction.com 
@susanhableart

Arun Drummond
https://www.arundrummond.com

KANDRAC & KOLE BIO

Voted one of “Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers” by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership.

They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy.

In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, “Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole.” This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, “The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly,” in 2024.

Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES

https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/ 
https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/
https://twitter.com/KandracKole/
https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/

The Spring High Point Market is almost upon us, and we are organizing our famous must-see list of manufacturers, speakers, and functions to attend in June. We thought it would be a perfect time to share with you our guest today, Lauren Clement, an award-winning, Charlotte-based Interior Designer who has a lot going on with the Market this year. Tune in as Lauren reveals the details behind the LN Shop; plus, she tells us the ins and outs of her business and talks about her collaborations with Benjamin Moore Paints, Charleston Forge and more. 

In this episode:  

• Learn about Lauren’s new website and how she expanded her brand to include design AND on-line shopping with curated rooms to choose from. 
• How COVID positively influenced the growth of her company. 
• What life long loves inspired Lauren’s new collection for Charleston Forge debuting at the Spring High Point Market. 
• Lauren’s experience developing 24 paint colors for Benjamin Moore and what her favorite color is.

 https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast

We've been in business for 16 years and are fortunate to have acquired many wholesale furniture accounts, as well as having an arsenal of talented artisans that we purchase for both our residential and commercial projects. There are times though that we turn to online sources and catalogs for certain items.  Our wholesale sources may be out of stock, a client has specifically requested something or the products are very unique and not available through our sources. 

In This Episode:

• [04:18] Pottery Barn
• [12:05] Ballard Designs
• [18:44] Etsy 
• [24:09] Crate and Barrel

Key Takeaways:

• Etsy packages often come with hand written thank you notes and the products are packaged well. 
• To avoid shipping damages, communicate with the seller for the best solutions.
• Over 50 inch width benches are perfect for the front of a king or queen-sized bed.
• Pottery barn has an entire home office collection

 Sponsored by Wexel Art:

Wexel Art is a female-owned company by Morgan Doherty and Natasha McCray. They built the company on the principle that showcasing life's little pleasures should be simple and rewarding. The word Wexel means “Change” in German. It started the concept of a floating acrylic panel that works with pairs of magnets to hold your art in place, allowing you to seamlessly change out what is in the frame and seconds. It provides you a contemporary way to showcase your art, photos, and memorabilia without the hassle of custom framing.

 https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast

As we discussed in our last episode about renovating vs. buying, Joann and I have spent the better part of the previous ten years making selections for renovations and new builds. Finishing touches are a daunting task when you aren’t in the business, so we thought we’d share some of our wisdom by chatting with Stacy Wray, our rep extraordinaire at ProSource Wholesale Marietta, Ga. Stacy talks about being brave when it comes to your flooring, adding tiles to the walls, and the challenges that manufacturers face during the pandemic.

In This Episode:

• [02:00] Introducing Stacy Wray with Kandrac & Kole
• [04:20] How she landed on a job in the renovation.niche
• [10:00] The three talk about safe and convenient flooring 
• [18:00] For the love of colorful cabinets up for sale
• [28:00] What you should know from a designer showroom.

Key Takeaways:

• We can keep tiles all one color, but we can add shapes and textures. And then we've created a lot of dimensions on the floor.
• If you want to do all flooring, go in the laundry room, bathrooms--it can go anywhere.
• People are gravitating more than they used to for the ones that don't take all that downtime, allergies, and sensitivities.
• It's really fun to see people think outside the box.
• It's just fun to see people taking chances and realize you really can't go wrong. You love it. Just go for it.

Meet Stacy Ray 

Stacy Ray, who is our rep extraordinary and showroom manager at Pro source wholesale in Marietta, Georgia

Links Mentioned:

Website: https://www.highpointmarket.org/

Stay at home orders have left Kandrac and Kole swamped with an incredible amount of work this year designing remodels and new construction. We all know that many homeowners now place a high value on making their homes more beautiful and functional. However, for some homeowners, selling can be a much better option – tune into this episode to figure out which one is right for you.

In This Episode: 

• [02:05] How much does it cost to sell a house? 
• [05:50] What to ask yourself before deciding to renovate your home.  
• [10:30] Why the world is your oyster when it comes to remodeling your home. 
• [14:25] The costs involved with remodeling your home.  
• [19:35] Other things to consider when deciding between moving or remodeling.  

Key Takeaways: 

• Selling your house? There’s a good chance you’ll have to do some painting, cleaning, landscaping, and staging. 
• For a kitchen budget, you need to budget for anywhere from 10-25% of your home's value.
• Take your time and hire professionals to help get your renovation done correctly.  
• Talk to your financial planner, real estate agent, and bank before making a decision about renovating or selling. 

Links Mentioned: 

ProSource of Marietta
https://www.prosourcewholesale.com/showrooms/ga-prosource-of-marietta

We are happy to introduce Katerina Rothman to our show today. She is the founder of Beflax Linen which offers 100% pure linen bedding and home décor products for bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. Katerina talks about the importance and benefits of linen, how to choose a suitable fabric for your home, and styling tips using linen.

In This Episode: 

• [02:10] Katerina speaks about the inspiration behind her company, Beflax.  
• [09:00] Why linen is a woman's best friend.  
• [14:31] Linen is so breathable; great for women going through menopause and night sweats. 
• [18:20] About the other products you can enjoy from Beflax. 
• [25:55] Linen is exceptionally durable; linen bedding is going to last at least a decade. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Linen is a luxury fabric; if you are buying high-quality linen, it will never be cheap.
• Linen is a truly versatile fabric; it can come in many different weights and is excellent in a variety of settings.
• The best quality linen is actually coming from Europe, specifically Belgium.
• Linen resists moisture – the fabric will both absorb the moisture and wick it away from your skin, making it great for people suffering from hot flashes. 

Links Mentioned:

Beflax
https://beflaxlinen.com/

Linen Bathrobe
https://beflaxlinen.com/products/decorated-linen-bathrobe-from-everyday-linen-collection

Home Goods
https://www.homegoods.com

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. It’s how we see the latest products and innovations, as well as hearing from industry leaders. Since we could not attend, we reached out to our design colleagues to fill us in on trends and new introductions. Due to the technical problems this year's virtual event had, many of the items they are sharing were from Signature Kitchen Suites and Kohler, with a few others mixed in. 

In This Episode:

• [01:00] About The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS)
• [08:56] Susie Feia talks about Kohler faucets.
• [10:45] Why touchless faucets should be the next big thing
• [11:10] Elizabeth Shruggs talking about LG home products
• [14:52] Arianne Bellizaire and her lucky find of an under-counter refrigerator
• [17:24] Chelsea Butler talks about benefits of Rev-A-Shelf products
• [20:53] Debbe sharing about a Kohler voice-controlled kitchen faucet
• [22:50] Jessica Duce and dishwasher recommendations 

Key Takeaways:

• Since our homes have become our restaurants and our hotels, you can add in small luxury elements
• Touchless faucets are starting to be added in standard designs 
• Signature Kitchen Suites has an under-counter refrigerator or freezer. These are great for an extra small space and you customize to be a freezer, fridge, or both.
• The Maxx Drawer system from Rev-A-Shelf is the perfect solution for people who want everything in its place and zero clutter
• Moen Smart Water Shut-Off - This valuable tool will detect if there's a leak in your home and will notify you right away.

Links Mentioned:

The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show
https://kbis.com/

Moen Whole-Home Plumbing Monitoring with Shut-Off https://meetflo.com/products/smart-water-shutoff

Max Drawer System from Rev-A-Shelf
https://rev-a-shelf.com/27476?

Signature Kitchen Suite
https://www.signaturekitchensuite.com/us

Kohler Faucets
https://www.us.kohler.com/us/kitchen-faucets/article/CNT125900008.htm

We are celebrating our 100th Episode with a very special guest that we are honored to have on the show - award-winning actress, author, activist, and consummate hostess, Marlo Thomas. Marlo serves as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and is launching a collaboration with Williams Sonoma - Pottery Barn for an exquisite new tabletop and barware line.