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We had an amazing trip to the High Point Market and are excited to share the latest and greatest trends regarding lifestyle, colors, furnishings, wood finishes, fabric and lighting.
There were some very distinct trends that we saw at this market more than previous ones, with quiet luxury, sustainable materials, escapism and customization. We’ll share the products we saw, the educational and social events we attended and tell you about our Insider’s Tour.
Read MoreIn this episode of Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole Podcast, Sue Wadden of Sherwin Williams joins us to share the upcoming year’s color forecast and the highly anticipated Color of The Year.
Each year, she works in collaboration with the Global Trendsight Team, a group of color and design professionals within the company, to put together the Colormix® Forecast.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to share a detailed explanation of our design services and how our process works. In the interior design industry, there no one-size-fits-all approach. In this episode we walk you through both our Full-Service Design and Designer-for-A-Day services.
Read MoreWe often get asked is wallpaper still in style? The answer is YES, YES, YES!! Once considered old-fashioned, wallpaper has made a huge comeback, updating spaces with endless patterns, textures and colors. This episode will teach you everything you need to know about wallpaper! Whether you want to make a dramatic statement or a subtle touch of elegance, there is a huge range of options. From traditional florals to modern geometrics to great textures, it’s an element we like to use in all our designs.
Read MoreHere in Atlanta, we’ve had some mild temperatures lately and while we know it’s just a tease of the Fall season that’s coming, it’s still invigorating nonetheless. The change of seasons is an adrenaline push and definitely a time to take a big deep breath, stand back and take a look at how your home is or isn’t feeding your soul. So today we are going to give you five tips to refresh your home for the Fall season.
Read MoreIn 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!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that our podcast, Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole is celebrating 6 years and most recently, our 200th episode! Did you know that the average lifespan of a podcast is 6 months? From the US to Ireland and the Ukraine, people are listening, and we are grateful! You’ve probably heard the quote by Charles Eames – “The details are not the details. They make the design.” This couldn’t be truer when it comes to cabinet hardware. They are the jewel of cabinetry, and we want to share some of our favorites.
Read MoreDesign books serve as a source of inspiration for us. They broaden our perspective and fuel our creativity. These books are often filled with high-quality images and detailed explanations of design concepts, providing valuable insights and ideas. In this episode, we share some of our favorites, books we go to time and again for design inspiration. Keep turning pages and touching paper!
Read MoreIn this episode we’ve reached out to design colleagues from around the country to share with us trends they saw this year at the Spring High Point Market. They will be filling us in on the latest trends such as color, furniture, lighting, and what they saw that was new and exciting. We’re excited to hear their insights and get a feel for where things are heading in the design world.
Read MoreWe are huge fans of original art. It was a passion we both acquired later in life, partly due to a gallery owner, Donna Krueger of DK Gallery in Marietta, who helped us not be intimidated by art. We have become collectors of art – big and small in our own homes and advocate for original art in every project we design.
Read MoreDesign schools tend to focus on the creative process in interior design, but fall short when it comes to teaching the business side of the industry. In this episode of Inside Design, our incredibly talented friend and colleague, Kate Lester, shares valuable insights to help you run a more successful design business.
Read MoreIn this episode, award-winning landscape designer and horticulturist Wambui Ippolito highlights essential links between outdoor and indoor design. “It’s the garden, the person, and the way that person lives.”
Read MorePeople often ask us how we start a project and where the inspiration for a design comes from. When designing kitchens and baths, the inspiration often comes from a tile that we have fallen in love with. Today we are going to talk all things tile with our guest Ryan Fasan, who is a Technical Consultant and Ceramic Tile Specialist with Tile of Spain. We are in good hands with Ryan today and excited to talk to him about the latest in tile trends in preparation for the upcoming Coverings Expo held in Atlanta in April, which we will both attend.
Read MoreIn this episode, we talk to industry colleagues and lean to design industry publications to fill us in on the trends and new introductions from the February KBIS (the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show), in conjunction with the NKBA, (National Kitchen and Bath Association). The event is North America’s largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design.
Read MoreToday we are chatting with Jessica Duce, Jane Dagmi and Ashley Grigg about how Vacation Rental Design (VRD) is becoming a very exciting, innovative, and profitable trajectory for those of us who want to use our design skills in a new direction; PLUS the upcoming VRD Summit coming up April 10-12, 2024 in High Point, NC.
Read MoreIn this episode, we respond to questions from our listeners regarding topics from our clothing choices, to interviewing interior designers, plumbing, and more! We are happy to share our knowledge and experience with you today to help you avoid design paralysis.
Read MoreIn this episode we discuss how interior design affects real estate with our special guest, Kathleen Dewitt, a Charleston, SC real estate agent. We recently completed a photo shoot of an amazing home we designed in Kiawah Island in Charleston. We love this area of the south and the beautiful architecture and homes throughout. Kathleen DeWitt has a remarkable ability to establish meaningful connections with people and her keen eye for design and offers insight into the impact of interior design when buying or selling a home.
Read More“Aging in Place” means choosing to stay in your home with family, friends and neighbors instead of moving to a residential facility as you grow older. You may not have a choice if your home stops accommodating your needs or becomes a safety concern. This doesn’t just pertain to “older” people. It can be anyone with special needs, an injury or parents living with them. With thoughtful consideration, you can increase accessibility without sacrificing great design.
Read MoreWe are thrilled to have Sue Wadden back on the show! She has joined us every year since 2018. Each year, she works in collaboration with the Global Forecast Team, a group of color and design professionals within the company, to put together the Colormix® Forecast. Together, they conduct thorough research and have an intensive workshop to determine prevailing color trends for the upcoming year. We can’t wait for Sue to reveal the “Color of the Year “ and to talk about “Color Trends for 2024.”
Read MoreEmily Followill is here to chat all about professional photography and her impressive portfolio that she’s built over the last 25 years. Emily has developed an incredible portfolio of work where she captures iconic images that tell the stories of people, places, and beautiful spaces. We talk about her early work and what a typical day looks like. We discuss the importance of hiring professional photographers and whether or not you should hire a stylist for your photoshoots. Listen in as Emily gives some great styling advice and shares her most memorable shoots.
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