Interior Design with Kandrac and Kole

Danneman Designs LLC Website

Caren Danneman LinkedIn

Danneman Designs LLC Facebook

BIO:

Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designs by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and has been featured on HGTV as well as in The New York Times, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Home Magazine, and many others as well as participants of the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Kandrac & Kole has established a well-known reputation for their approachable, dynamic personalities, signature use of color and pattern, and one-of-a-kind, custom designs.

As industry experts for residential and commercial design, Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole share upbeat and entertaining narratives regarding their design projects, travels, and personal stories on their popular blog, their podcast, and via national speaking engagements. Joann and Kelly's love and commitment to the power of interior design also extends towards their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala.

Caren Danneman is a Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer with over 20 years of experience. She is a winner of a NARI CotY Award for Baths in 2015. She has written many articles on Kitchen and Bath Trends and sat as a Judge for The Bath of the Year for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2015 edition. Although Caren specializes in Kitchens and Baths, she also creates home offices, unique laundry rooms and special built-ins. The Danneman Design team includes other designers around Atlanta and a group of contractors with whom to partner with to bring the designs to life!

SPONSOR:

We are honored today to be sponsored by Design KC, Kansas City's inspirational and resourceful luxury home publication. As a consumer and trade journal of the most exceptional architecture, custom and remodeled homes, interior projects, and outdoor living, they strive to show readers how to live their best life – no matter where they choose to live.

You can find the latest issue of this oversized publication on newsstands and high-end showrooms in Kansas City, and you can read the publication online at mydesignkc.com. There you can browse hundreds of articles and videos with design ideas for your next home project. Flip through their digital editions, sign up for their newsletter, or follow them on Instagram at designkc_magazine.

If you would like to subscribe online, use code LOVEDESIGN1 to receive 1 year (5 issues) for only $10 or code LOVEDESIGN2 for a 2-year subscription (10 issues). When perusing the digital version, check out the video showing the 2023 Design KC Award Recipients. Kelly and I had the privilege of evaluating and selecting the best entries in this competition.

DesignKC Website

Our Trip To Marrakech, Morocco Apr 07, 2023

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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.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

You can learn A LOT from luxury hotels in terms of design details, architecture, and top-of-the-line customer service. Check out where we stayed: El-fenn.com
When you learn a second language, you become exposed to an entirely new culture. When you learn a third language, the same thing and so on.
We will never look at the shape of doorways the same after being to Marrakech.

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Norwalk Furniture's Website

BIO:

SPONSOR: Norwalk Furniture

This episode is sponsored by Norwalk Furniture – one of our go-to manufacturers for quality, custom-made furniture. It makes perfect sense that Norwalk is our sponsor for this episode because one of the main reasons we were drawn to Norwalkistheirbeautiful and colorful fabric offerings. The inspiration for the colors offered by Norwalk is inspired by world travel. CarolineHipple, the President of Norwalk, and her Chief Creative Officer, Dixon Bartlett, have traveled the world to find the best in textiles, trends, construction, and colors so that they can bring them home and make sure their dealers and designers have the best options available for their clients. Norwalk has a stunning website with a 360-design tool to help visualize pieces. They are also now shipping in 8 weeks!

Guest Betsy Riley Editor in Chief of Atlanta Magazine Mar 24, 2023

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In this episode we speak with Editor in Chief of Atlanta Magazine, Betsy Riley. She shares the editing process, her favorite projects and what she looks for when scouting projects to feature. It was an honor to have Betsy on the show as one of our favorite projects is featured in the 2023 Spring Issue of Atlanta Magazine HOME on newsstands now!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Make sure to "read" shelter magazine articles and not just look at the pretty pictures. Things will be pointed out that you may not have noticed!
Hear why the Editor of Atlanta Magazine Home, Betsy Riley, selected Kandrac & Kole's project to be featured in the Spring 2023 Issue.
Learn what Betsy's advice is when submitting a project for publication.

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Atlanta Magazine Website

BIO:

Guest BIO

Our guest today is Betty Riley. Betsy has worked with Atlanta Magazine in various capacities for more than 20 years, becoming Editor in Chief in 2017. In 2022, the magazine was recognized as the"Best City and Regional Magazine" in the country by Folio Magazine and was recently nominated for General Excellence by the American Society of Magazine Editors. Betsy has served on the board of the Atlanta Press Club and was formerly a regular contributor to local NPR affiliate WABE. In 2015 she launched a quarterly shelter magazine, Atlanta Magazine's HOME, which remains her favorite project.

SPONSOR: Prosource Wholesale

Prosource Wholesale in Marietta, Georgia, is our go-to source for flooring, carpet, tile, plumbing products, and so much more. They are easy to get to from inside the perimeter, just 2 exits from the Atlanta Braves Stadium. They are located at I-75 and Delk Road near Dave & Busters.

Prosource is a great resource for trade professionals and their clients, with a beautiful showroom with over 20,000 samples and an experienced kitchen and bath designer on staff. The team at Prosource is outstanding - they are very helpful, communicate well, and are very detailed, a big plus when doing a renovation or new build.

Their ½ yearly April sale is coming up. Prosource Corporate and the team negotiate an additional 5-10% from the manufacturers and pass that savings on. They are offering a special for Kendrac & Kole listeners only. Be sure to stop by the showroom and tell the team you heard about Prosource on the Kandrac & Kole Podcast. Stacy will apply a $50 coupon to your 1st order of $150 or more. A great offer if you listen to or watch us.

Kitchen and Bath Trends 2023 Mar 10, 2023

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The Kitchen and Bath Show just took place in Las Vegas. During this episode, we dive 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.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

You don't know what you don't know, so stay close to an interior designer who keeps up with the latest innovations.
Pandemic-driven trends are still strong-wellness, organic textures and materials, and the expanding kitchen are all trends that are here for a while.
Color is back! When considering a kitchen or bath, new build, or renovation, consider bringing brave pops of color to your cabinets and appliances.

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High Point Market Insiders Tour

The High Point Market

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SPONSOR: The High Point Market

High Point is the largest home furnishings market in the country, and we highly recommend you attend. Registration is now open for the upcoming April market. If you are with the trade and you are not familiar or comfortable tackling High Point on your own, then be sure to register for the free Insiders Tour. This year they are doing something different, and there will be three half-day tours on Friday, April 21st and a full-day tour on Saturday, April 22nd. We will be hosting a curated tour complete with lunch on Saturday, so be sure to sign up here: https://www.highpointmarket.org/InsidersTour

Guest Tobi Fairley Feb 24, 2023

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In this episode, we speak with Tobi Fairley on her many creative outlets, from designer to business coach, retail shop, and short-term rental owner and host of the popular podcast DesignYou.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

When you do what you are passionate about and stay within your core competency, you can create multiple creative outlets.
Failure is a good thing. Listen to hear the one thing that holds us back!
The vacation rental business and opportunities for growth in this market.

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Tobi Fairley Website

DesignYou Podcast

BIO:

GUEST BIO:

Tobi is an award-winning designer and business consultant with over 23 years of experience helping high-achieving, creative professionals take their lives and companies to the next level. Though she made her name as an interior designer and business coach, she helps designers, coaches, CEOs, and organizations create more wealth, joy, and impact through her programs. As the host of the DesignYou podcast, Tobi delivers life-altering inspiration for creative entrepreneurs mixed with tactical business advice and unfiltered aha moments on topics most business gurus won't dare to cover! Check out Tobi's website at: https://tobifairley.com/betterbusiness

SPONSOR: The High Point Market Authority

Covering 13 city blocks, and over 11.5 million square feet of showrooms covering every product category, High Point Market is the home of home furnishings and the one show you can't miss.

Every April and October, the future of home is imagined by our industry's leading thinkers and innovators, defined by lifestyle trendsetters and product designers, given form by artists, artisans, and manufacturers, and made a part of people's lives by interior designers and retailers.

So, if you are in the trade, make sure to register and start your plans to attend the Spring Show, which is on April 22-26th this year. The registration for the Insider's Tour is live, so if you are interested, register early because those spots fill up. Visit the High Point Market and register here: highpointmarket.org

Why We Travel With Guest Kelly O'Shea Feb 10, 2023

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In this episode we are talking all things TRAVEL with our guest Kelly O'Shea, founder of Wanderlust Travel Consultants. Despite our crazy work schedule, we have made it a habit to plan travel experiences that rejuvenate us and offer us new perspectives, design inspirations, history lessons and culinary delights. We encourage you to do the same so we brought on a guest to help you plan your next trip!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Lean on a travel agent to handle logistics, excursions, airfare and more for a stress-free trip. It's good for the soul to have a trip to look forward to!
Hot spots for travel right now are Sicily, Italy, Croatia and Portugal.
Help make your home more interesting and special with mementos from travel. Be on the hunt for a piece of art, a sculpture, even a Christmas ornament to keep memories alive.

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Wanderlust Travel Consultants Website

BIO:

SPONSOR:

Outrageous Interiors is a family-owned retail store in Atlanta that's been around for 34 years. They've got 4 locations–Alpharetta, Suwanee, Marietta and Kennesaw. The husband-and-wife team of Kurt and Patti Gosch do an amazing job sourcing everything from furniture, to rugs, to lamps, and accessories. They have a large inventory that they sell off their floor so it's a go to shop for us when we need something in a pinch. Even though they have 15 talented in-house designers, they are also very trade friendly. They are very active on social media–especially Instagram–so check them out @outrageousinteriors. You will be very impressed!

Setting Goals for 2023 Jan 27, 2023

Show notes

In this episode we discuss the importance of goal setting. We talk about our business and personal goals for 2023 and how we use the SMART method – Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Timely. We also share our "vision boards" and how that keeps us on track to achieve those goals. Listen or watch to find out a primary goal we came SO CLOSE to reaching in 2022 and a "dream person" we would love to have as a guest on our podcast.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Be specific with your goals.
Make your goals measurable.
Have a goal that is a "stretch".
Why travel is an important goal.

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BIO:

SPONSOR:

Covering 13 city blocks, over 11.5 million square feet of showrooms covering every product category, High Point Market is the home of home furnishings and the one show you can't miss. Every April and October the future of home is imagined by our industry's leading thinkers and innovators, defined by lifestyle trendsetters and product designers, given form by artists, artisans, and manufacturers, and made a part of people's lives by interior designers and retailers. So, if you are in the trade, make sure to register and start your plans to attend the Spring Show which is April 22-26th this year. Visit the High Point Market and register here: highpointmarket.org.

What We Learn From Designer Show Houses Jan 13, 2023

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We are kicking off the New Year discussing Designer Show Houses and how they have benefited us as designers over the years. Living in Atlanta, we are fortunate to have numerous show houses available to visit, which means we get to see all kinds of new and unique design ideas and upcoming trends applied to extravagant homes. During this episode, we will share our top ten takeaways from the last two show homes we visited - from interesting space plans and luxury amenities to WOW tile and fireplace designs. Many regions of the country do not benefit from these beautiful Show Houses so we are here to fill you in on all that you are missing.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[01:35] What is a designer show house?
[04:12] Seeing the scale of furniture and what it shows designers.
[06:10] Learning furniture placement and space plans.
[10:06] How oversized lighting can be used.
[14:37] Creating a unique look in specialized spaces.
[19:00] How to create a fireplace design.
[20:20] Benefits of a scullery kitchen and oversized pantries.
[22:49] Wallpaper: should it be used everywhere?
[25:44] How tile design is used in homes.
[28:19] Creating a spectacular outdoor living space.
[29:34] The best way to use finishes.
[33:34] Why do designers use show houses?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Designer Show Houses are extravagant homes designed to the nines by up to a dozen different professional interior designers and then opened to the public to tour for up to one month. They are often sponsored by national and regional design magazines.
Go big or go home! Learning how to scale furniture, lighting and art appropriately is a skill more easily learned when you see it done beautifully in a Designer Show House.
Luxury amenities abound - We spotted coffee bars in master bedrooms and guest suites, oversized pantries to hide small appliances and bulk purchases along with his and hers master closets.

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BIO:

SPONSOR:

We have had a tremendous response to our 2023 sponsorship invites and we are excited to welcome back Prosource Marietta for the third year. Prosource Marietta is our stomping ground for a variety of selections for our clients from the latest and greatest tile to hardwoods and custom rugs to cabinetry and plumbing. Their team, especially their showroom manager, Stacy Wray, makes our lives very easy especially being a one stop shop kind of showroom in a big city like Atlanta. If you are a designer, you know that inventories and pricing of material are constantly changing. At Prosource, each Account Manager does the footwork to keep us up to date. Check them out at prosourcemarietta.com or prosourcewholesale.com for a showroom near you.

2022 Year In Review Dec 30, 2022

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This episode of Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole is our 2022 Year in Review. We talk about the year's projects, travel, conferences and lessons learned. We also review the episodes we recorded throughout the year. A big thank you to our sponsors for their support in 2022.

IN THIS EPISODE:

[3:30] January Highlights: Farm project, Episodes 123 and 124
[5:15] February Highlights: Cosentino Event, Episodes 125 and 126
[6:47] March Highlights: KBIS 2022 Trends, Episodes 127 and 128
[7:55] April Highlights: Meeting about 10,000 sf new build home, Episodes 129 and 130
[10:28] May Highlights: Fun conversations on social media, Episodes 131, 132, and 133
[12:23] June Highlights: Kelly's visit to Guatemala, Murphy Photo Shoot, Dallas Speaking Event, Episodes 134 and 135
[16:56] July Highlights: Creating co-working space, the rooftop of luxury high rise apartment, Episodes 136 and 137
[20:01] August Highlights: Art consult, Westmont Leasing Renovation, Design Influencers Conference, Podcast Conference, Kelly's Lake House on HGTV, Episodes 138, 139, and 140
[23:20] September Highlights: Upleveled Podcast, Episodes 141 and 142
[24:20] October Highlights: High Point Insiders Tour, Approached for our office to be in a Christmas movie, Episodes 143 and 144
[26:18] November Highlights: 4 New Consultants, Art Install on 6 floors, Episode 145 and 146
[27:23] December Highlights: Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles Holiday House Tour, Invited to be Judges for the Design KC Magazine Design Awards, Episode 147 and 148
[29:40] Thank you to our sponsors!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Business Building Tip: Take advantage of networking. When we meet someone at an event, we immediately connect with them on social media to continue conversations and start building a relationship.
Make a commitment to continuing education in your field. Go to industry events and conferences and execute what you've learned.
Look back at the year and celebrate your success AND your failures, they are all about learning. Start thinking ahead to 2023 and take the opportunities that align with your goals in the new year!

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Episode 123: Guest Bew White

Episode 124: Ask Us Anything!

Episode 125: Guest Photographer - Lanie Hall of Eikones Studio

Episode 126: Cosentino's C.Next Global Design Summit

Episode 127: Kitchen and Bath Trends from KBIS 2022

Episode 128: Renovations 101 with Stacy Wray of Prosource

Episode 129: A Few of our Favorite Things

Episode 130: High Point Market Trends Spring 2022 From Designers Across the U.S.

Episode 131: Our Top 6 Favorite Episodes

Episode 132: Author Kelli Lamb - Home With Rue

Episode 133: Inside Design with Kandrac and Kole with Entrepreneur, Educator, and Public Speaker, David Thurston

Episode 134: How to Survive A Home Renovation with Kandrac and Kole Client Cindy Murphy

Episode 135: Inside Design with Kandrac and Kole with Guest Mally Skok

Episode 136: Inside Design with Kandrac and Kole with Guest Photographer Emily Followill

Episode 137: Monetizing Your Social Media and Getting Your Face on Camera with Guest Julianne Taylor

Episode 138: Sherwin Williams Colormix Forecast 2023

Episode 139: Live Recording From The Design Influencers Conference In Atlanta Part 1

Episode 140: Live Recording From The Design Influencers Conference In Atlanta Part 2

Episode 141: How We Navigate Design Post Pandemic

Episode 142: Everything You Need To Know About Custom Window Treatments

Episode 143: Our Top Twelve Product Recs Worth Buying

Episode 144: Our Trip To The Kohler Factory

Episode 145: Highpoint Fall 2022 Trends

Episode 146: Guest Molly Schoneveld, The Storied Group PR

Episode 147: Answering Your Design Questions

Episode 148: 2022 Year In Review

BIO:

SPONSOR:

Outrageous Interiors

Outrageous Interiors is a family-owned retail store in Atlanta that's been around for 34 years. They've got 4 locations–Alpharetta, Suwanee, Marietta, and Kennesaw. The husband-and-wife team of Kurt and Patti Gosch do an amazing job sourcing everything from furniture to rugs to lamps and accessories. They have a large inventory that they sell off their floor, so it's a go-to shop for us when we need something in a pinch. Even though they have 15 talented in-house designers, they are also very trade friendly. They are very active on social media–especially Instagram–so check them out @outrageousinteriors. You will be very impressed!

Answering Your Design Questions Dec 16, 2022

Show notes

Today on Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole, we answer ten exciting questions that we received from our amazing listeners. Join us as we discuss upcoming trends, where to start when redesigning your home, and the biggest game changer that helped us grow our business. At the end of the episode, we talk about our favorite projects in 2022. We love connecting with our listeners and helping aspiring business owners and designers, so tune in today to get all your answers!

IN THIS EPISODE:

[03:25] Question 1: Did we ever want to evolve to the level we are at now? Do we ever wish we could go back to just Kelly and Joann?
[05:43] Question 2: What is our favorite new design trend?
[07:03] Question 3: Should trim, shutters, and walls all be the same color, or should there be contrast?
[07:51] Question 4: How do you develop or create a color palette for a project?
[10:25] Question 5: What is the perfect white paint for interior walls?
[13:05] Question 6: Thoughts about two islands in the kitchen?
[14:50] Question 7: What is one thing we did that was a game changer in our business that we wish we would have done sooner?
[19:28] Question 8: What do we think of stick on wallpaper?
[21:22] Question 9: How does one begin updating their home?
[26:02] Question 10: What is our favorite project and why?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

New trends for 2023 include more color and different varieties of rattan in furniture, lighting and casegoods. When choosing trend pieces, choose things that can be temporary because trends change, and/or you may get tired of the pieces over time. Use trends as accent pieces to allow for versatility and updates.
Getting on video was the biggest game changer for Inside Design with Kandrac and Kole. Google loves video, it's great for SEO, and social media is moving towards video for success.
Paint and updated accent lighting can make a huge difference in your design if you don't have the funds to do a significant overhaul. The next step would be updating your home room by room.

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