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The CEO of Four Hands has one fear: standing still Nov 09, 2026

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Over his 25 years with the company, Matt Briggs has helped transform a small antiques importer into one of the industry's most successful furniture businesses, with annual revenue approaching a billion dollars. But as Four Hands celebrates its 30th anniversary, Briggs is navigating some of the biggest changes in the company's history, including a difficult year that tested the business in ways he never imagined.

On this episode of the podcast Briggs speaks with host Dennis Scully about why the traditional furniture retail model is under threat, what happens when a company famous for customer service suddenly can't deliver it, and why he believes the biggest mistake a business can make is standing still.

This episode is sponsored by Loloi
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The Thursday Show: The battle for Ethan Allen has a winner. Plus: Rita Konig wants possessions, not props Nov 05, 2026

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Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including a big quarter for Wayfair, a viral video about lead in zellige tiles, and the battle for Ethan Allen. Later, London-based interior designer Rita Konig joins the show to discuss her new book, Returning Home.

This episode is sponsored by Joon Loloi and Resource Furniture
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Ross Cassidy can't stand "luxury" Nov 02, 2026

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Born in South Africa, interior designer Ross Cassidy made his way to Los Angeles where he first came to national attention on Bravo's Million Dollar Decorators. Today he's an AD100 designer, wth a roster of celebrity clients and a longstanding collaboration wth CB2. While many designers dream of building bigger firms, launching more collections and becoming household names, Cassidy has gone in almost the opposite direction. He's deliberately kept his firm small, turns down most of the clients who approach him, and has some strong opinions about an industry he thinks takes itself far too seriously.

On this episode of the podcast, Cassidy speaks with host Dennis Scully about why he believes the design industry has lost its way on luxury, why designers are under so much pressure to become brands, and why he's convinced that bigger isn't always better.

This episode is sponsored by Loloi
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The Thursday Show: 1stDibs makes big changes. Plus: Inside Form Portfolios' one-of-a-kind licensing business Oct 29, 2026

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Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, includinga big week for Ethan Allen, Wayfair’s plans to triple its store count and whether 1stDibs can put dealer drama behind it. Later, Form Portfolios founder Mark Masiello joins the show to discuss his company's unique business model.

This episode is sponsored by Joon Loloi and NKBA
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Why Amber Lewis completely reorganized her firm Oct 26, 2026

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Over the last 15 years, Amber Lewis has grown her business into a household name, parlaying her success into a millions-strong Instagram presence, an expanding collection of retail stores, and licenses with brands like Loloi, Four Hands, and Visual Comfort. She also remains a busy designer, taking on a handful of projects at a time. On this episode of the podcast, Lewis speaks with host Dennis Scully about how she's structured her business to streamline her billing strategy, why she wants to keep a hand in all of her design studio’s projects, and how AI will impact the human experience.

This episode is sponsored by Loloi and Crypton
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The Thursday Show: What happened at High Point? Plus: The rise of the NDA Oct 22, 2026

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Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including a housing check-in, the rise of the NDA, and why Apple is making a play for the home. Later, BOH editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen joins the show to recap High Point Fall Market.

This episode is sponsored by Joon Loloi and NKBA
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Why Patrick Mele is glad he never worked for another designer Oct 19, 2026

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Before starting his namesake firm in 2011, Patrick Mele began his career in retail, designing merchandising displays and storefront windows for iconic lifestyle brands Ralph Lauren and Kate Spade. Since then, he’s gained recognition for his panache with pattern and color in projects that have landed him on the AD100 and Elle Décor’s A List, as well as major design publications around the world.

On this episode of the podcast, Mele speaks with host Dennis Scully about how mentorship has shaped his career, the importance of having a strong point of view, and why owning a retail shop isn’t for the faint of heart.

This episode is sponsored by Loloi and Crypton
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The Thursday Show: Inside Farrow & Ball's U.S. expansion plan. Plus: How AI-generated imagery is changing the industry Oct 15, 2026

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Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including a shutdownfor Haynes and The Dump, the death of the dinner party and whether AI will replace photography. Later, Farrow & Ball's managing director Clare Dunbar joins the show to talk about the company's efforts to reach the trade.

This episode is sponsored by Joon Loloi and NKBA
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Bob Maricich helped transform High Point. Here's where he thinks the industry is headed Oct 12, 2026

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Bob Maricich revolutionized the market landscape when he merged the failing World Market Center in Las Vegas with three of High Point’s biggest properties to form the International Market Centers, now known as Andmore, in 2011. Eventually, he brought Atlanta’s AmericasMart and Decorative Arts Center into the fold as well. In the last two years, the former CEO has taken a step back from Andmore’s daily operations, transitioning into the role of Executive Chairman of the Board, yet his finger remains on the pulse of the furniture industry and its future.

On this episode of the podcast, Maricich speaks with host Dennis Scully about his peripatetic career backstory, the benefits of partnering with private equity firms, and where he thinks AI will have the biggest impact.

This episode is sponsored by Loloi and Crypton
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The Thursday Show: Will California ban quartz? Plus: Suzanne Tucker previews the San Francisco Fall Show Oct 08, 2026

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Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including a proposed quartz ban in California, the decline of midcentury modern, and how designers should feel about AI agents. Later, designer Suzanne Tucker joins the show to discuss the San Francisco Fall Show.

This episode is sponsored by Joon Loloi and NKBA
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