Episode 172 – The Top 10 Trends of Highpoint Market – Fall 2023

We always head to High Point Market with the goal of making new relationships, seeing new products, meeting new vendors, and of course uncovering the emerging trends so that we can offer the best value to our clients! This year we decided to go a few days before the market officially opened so we could see even more throughout the market including the shops and showrooms that offer vintage and imported items from Europe. We led a successful Insiders Tour for designers new to High Point, opened new accounts, saw old friends, and noted the top trends which we will share today!

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Episode 171 - How Interior Design Affects Real Estate With Guest Kathleen Dewitt – Charleston Real Estate Agent

In 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.

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Episode 170 - How to Style for an Interior Photo Shoot

In Episode 170 of the Inside Design Podcast, we share all that we’ve learned over the years about what goes into an interior photo shoot. Preparing, arranging, and investing in a photo shoot is a true labor of love for our work and our business. We recently spent four days styling and shooting a large project on Kiawah Island, South Carolina, for a project that took two years to complete. Styling it up a notch to be photography ready was quite a feat!

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Episode 169 - Am I Too Young for This? Tips for Aging in Place

“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.

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Episode 168 – The Exciting Sherwin Williams Color Trends and Color Of The Year for 2024 with Sue Wadden

We 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.”

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EP 167 - Announcing A New Collaboration - Thompson Traders And Pappy & Co.

We are the first podcast to announce the exciting launch of Everyday Heirlooms – a brilliant collaboration between two families –Thompson Traders and Pappy & Co. - a stunning barware that combines the Pappy’s passion for their famous bourbon, entertaining and legacy along with the artistry and quality of Thompson traders hand-crafted products. We will chat with Alejandra and Clifford Thompson about how it all came to be and get a first-hand look at the collection.

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Ep 164: Behind the Scenes of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge with Michel Boyd

Join us for a lively chat with our longtime friend and well-known designer and TV star Michel Smith Boyd.

Listen and watch as we get the scoop on what it’s like being on the set of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge while simultaneously running a successful design firm, starring in multiple HGTV shows, and kicking off retail collaborations. You might be surprised to hear what Michel really does to relax on a Friday night.

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Ep 161 - How to Have a Healthy Home

This episode is about the virtual “Future of Eco-Conscious Living” that was presented by House Beautiful on Earth Day. You will learn about the many ways that we can make small, but significant changes in our lives to reduce our environmental impact and live more sustainably by making smarter choices when it comes to buying products.

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Ep 155: Our Trip To Marrakech, Morocco

We’ve just returned from our bucket list trip to Marrakech, Morocco, and we want to share all that we experienced with you! We truly believe that travel is an investment in our souls, our spiritual journeys, our views of the world and other cultures, and most importantly, an education in design. So tune in to hear all about our magical mystery tour of Marrakech.

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Ep 153: Kitchen and Bath Trends 2023

The Kitchen and Bath Show just took place in Las Vegas. During this episode, we are diving into the emerging kitchen and bath trends for 2023. Although we weren’t able to attend, we got the inside scoop from friends who were there in person. Listen to this episode to hear their takeaways and what we are most excited about this year.

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