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Secrets of The Workroom Mar 03, 2021

Small changes can have a big impact, but it isn’t always easy to get small jobs done. In this episode, Elizabeth Calderone, who owns a retail design shop, and designer Michael Tavano and his partner Lloyd Marks, who maintain a to-the- trade workroom, share insights about everything from reupholstery to window treatments to home automation, the difficulty in finding and training skilled craftsmen, the importance of building trust with clients, and how seemingly minor projects can often lead to major business.

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What Does a Market Editor Do? Feb 17, 2021

Long before there were social media influencers, the market editors at top magazines served as major arbiters of taste. Their job was to discover the latest and greatest new products, talents, and trends, and bring them to the world’s attention. It’s never been an easy job,

and with the rise of social media, the role is more consuming and more crucial than ever.

In this episode, three editors who cover the design market—Kathryn Given of Luxe, Benjamin Reynaert of Domino, and Dayle Wood of Veranda, share how they keep on top of all that is happening, what they look for, how Covid has transformed the way they work, and the best ways to get products seen and publicized.

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Million Dollar Decorators: 10 Years Later Feb 03, 2021

No design show on television has been as influential—or as controversial—as Bravo’s Million Dollar Decorators. It changed the way high design was perceived and roiled the industry. A decade after its launch, four of its stars, Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Mary McDonald, Jeffrey Alan Marks, and Nathan Turner, reunite to reveal how and why they became involved, how their clients felt about being on TV, the ways in which the show affected their careers, and incidents that were so crazy they had to be edited out

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Do Trends Still Matter in 2021? Jan 20, 2021

Who needs trends? And if nobody follows them, why does everyone pay attention to them? In this episode, three top designers and major influencers, Brigette Romanek, Michel Smith Boyd, and Jessica Schuster weigh in on what they see for the year ahead, why clients care about the newest and the latest, and what they love and hate at the moment—everything from accent walls to playful pastels. They also reveal why editing may be the top trend of 2021, and how they have learned never to say never.

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Strategies for Coping with Shortages, Delays, and Disasters Jan 06, 2021

The design business has proved surprisingly resilient and buoyant over the past year, but once again, the Coronavirus is surging. How can designers contend with continued supply-chain shutdowns and delays, shortages of materials, manufacturing disruptions, and the pandemic’s effects on colleagues, artisans, craftsmen, and installers? As the pandemic grinds on, designers Barrie Benson, Peti Lau, and Benjamin Dhong weigh in on the strategies they have used to keep their clients happy, their staffs motivated, and business booming.

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Ken Fulk on Designing for the Good Life Dec 23, 2020

San Francisco designer Ken Fulk is a force in design. His theatrical sensibility, his passion for history, and his ability to conjure magic atmospheres have resulted in numerous stunning homes across the country, and his designs for hotels and restaurants have set new standards for conviviality and hospitality. His credo that everyone should live with pleasure and beauty has made him both sought after by clients and influential with a generation of younger designers. In this episode, Ken explains why creating a narrative for each of his projects is crucial, how he thinks like a movie maker, and why pink is always a good idea.

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How Do You Make Time for Creativity? Dec 09, 2020

No one said running a business was easy, but how do designers make sure that amid all the invoices, purchase orders, and shipping logistics, they still find time to be creative? In this episode, New York designers Ellen Hamilton and Sandra Funk and Nashville-based Lori Paranjape discuss the systems and secrets so they never lose focus on the part of the job they love—designing beautiful rooms. They share the computer programs they use to handle everything from office management to email lists, the outside services and professionals they rely on, how they approach contracts and apportion their staff’s time, and reveal why trust and communication are the bedrock of any successful firm.

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Does Online Marketing Really Work? Nov 18, 2020

In the crowded field of interior design, how do you get your work seen, and how do potential new clients discover you? Social media can certainly be effective. But that doesn’t mean that other tools—websites, blogs, and especially email marketing—don’t still have power. Marie Burgos, Kati Curtis, and Kevin Isbell, three designers with rising profiles, reveal the marketing efforts that work for them, how they balance creativity with salesmanship, and how their firms handle the increased workload required to stay in the forefront.

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What's Ahead for Design in DC? Nov 04, 2020

In Washington, D.C., politics rules, and the political scene is more partisan than ever. Can design cross the aisle? What is it like to be a designer in DC, and how ready for change is this city with such a historically traditional aesthetic? Two DC-based designers, Kiyonda Powell and Marika Meyer, weigh in on what it is like to bring high style to a city where politics is ubiquitous, how a new generation is reshaping the town, and why the Washington design scene is busier than ever before.

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Rita Konig on Updating Tradition Oct 21, 2020

London-based designer Rita Konig is one of today’s most popular and influential tastemakers. Her fresh take on English style, relaxed, colorful, and family friendly, is both pretty and practical, and has made her a star on both sides of the Atlantic. In this episode, Rita talks about her work, growing up with her famous mother, Nina Campbell, how she hopes to demystify and democratize design, and why it all comes down to “tables, lamps, and chairs.”

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The Burgeoning Business of E-Design Oct 07, 2020

Thanks to the pandemic, we have all become used to working, socializing, and learning at a distance. But can beautiful design be created remotely? In this episode, two guests with very different styles, Los Angeles designer Martha Mulholland and Palm Beach- based Danielle Rollins, tell how they got started with e-design, how their virtual business has grown, what they find rewarding—and frustrating—about this new approach to creating beautiful homes, and how they handle clients and spaces they have never seen in person.

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How Do Interior Designers Become National Brands? Sep 23, 2020

How do certain designers make the transition to becoming viable brands? Who decides which designers get to put their stamp on everything from rugs to fabrics to apartment towers? Kate Verner, whose firm has been instrumental in the success of numerous designers and brands, and her client, acclaimed designer Alexandra Champalimaud, share their insights on how to expand a designer’s portfolio and visibility, strategize for success, and cope with the increased workflow. As the two make clear, the process is neither easy nor quick, but it can be creatively and financially rewarding.

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Do You Really Need Design School? Sep 09, 2020

Is attending design school still worth the time, effort, and money it takes? And are the schools teaching the right things? Should the focus be on principles or practicalities? In this episode, the president of the New York School of Interior Design, David Sprouls, is joined by two of the school’s distinguished alumni, Penny Drue Baird and Drew McGukin, to talk about whether techniques or technology should prevail, why they only hire design school graduates, how schools can help diversify and expand the student body, and why nobody seems to know design history these days.

In this episode, our guests discuss:

Why design schools are worth the time and money
Are students actually learning what they need to know for the real world?
How the curricula at NYSID has kept up with changing lifestyles and the increasing use of technology
How to keep up with new technology while balancing traditional design tactics like sketching and hand drawing
The most important skills Penny and Drew learned while at design school
Why firms prefer hiring people who went to design school
How the NYSID decides its curriculum and coursework

Additional resources:

10 Things You Should Know About Becoming an Interior Designer on MyMove
15 Interior Design Schools Worth Applying to on Architectural Digest
Become An Interior Designer on ASID
Meet Our New Scholarship Winner on Chairish
New York School of Interior Design
Dessins LLC.
Drew McGukin Interiors

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
NYSID: @nysid
Penny Drue Baird: @pennydessins
Drew McGukin: @drewmcgukin
David Sprouls: @david.sprouls

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What Does A Stylist Do? Aug 19, 2020

Powerful and beautiful photographs of your work are more important than ever, now that social media has become such a crucial tool. But how do you turn your three-dimensional spaces into compelling images that will attract attention in the image-saturated world of design? In this episode, two top stylists who have worked with major magazines and top interior photographers around the world, Mieke ten Have and Robert Rufino, share their tips, explain the difference between documenting a space and capturing its spirit, how they bring “soul, magic, and pizzazz” to every shoot, and why you might want to leave the stilettos at home.

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Remote Possibilities: Home Offices that Work Aug 05, 2020

Now that working from home has become the new normal and home schooling has become mandatory, the home office is more central to domestic happiness than ever before. And with the appeal of working remotely likely to continue long after the pandemic has retreated, the demand for chic and functional home offices is likely only to increase. In this episode, two top designers skilled at meeting the needs of modern families with great style, Chloe Warner and Mikel Welch, weigh in on what’s next and reveal how they are solving their clients’ evolving needs, why we are likely to see a resurgence in walls and doors, the difficulty in finding the perfect desk chair, and why the home office is likely to evolve into the home lobby.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

Solving for problems of a regular office space including storage, charging stations, and organization
Is there a comfortable desk chair that is chic enough to work in a home setting?
Innovative requests from clients including “work pods” in addition to traditional home offices
How can families live and work together now that they’re in the same space 24/7?
The reality of “Zoom background envy” and growing interest in well-designed backgrounds

Additional resources:

The Work From Home Edit via Chairish
35 Eclectic Home Offices via Chairish
Developing Trend: New Homes Will Include Personalized Home Offices on Forbes
That ‘Home Office’ of Yours? It Needs an Upgrade on The New York Times

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Chloe Warner: @redmondaldrichdesign
Mikel Welch: @mikelwelch

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Traditional Design for a New Era Jul 22, 2020

Grand, exuberant, and exquisitely layered rooms have always had an exalted place in the design world. But are they still relevant in a post-Covid-19 world? Two top interior designers, Michelle Nussbaumer and Timothy Corrigan, argue that their styles—traditional, colorful, and eclectic—are even more valid than before, and share their insights into creating comfort, the importance of fine detailing, the coming revival of antiques, and the need for a touch of visual dissonance in every room.

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Rise of the Regionals Jul 08, 2020

Even in the age of social media, print retains its power. But with fewer national shelter magazines, how can designers get their work published and attract new clients? Fortunately, regional publications have come to the rescue. Regional shelter magazines are better than ever, reach a wider range of readers, and have more impact than they ever did. Three top editors, Pamela Jaccarino of Luxe Interiors+Design, Kendell Cronstrom of New York and Hamptons Cottages and Gardens, and Clinton Smith of New England Home, share their insights on the state of regional media today and their advice on how designers can access its potential to promote their work.

In this episode, our guests discuss:

How regional magazines find their projects and which types of interior design work they are seeking
What’s coming next for regional publishing
The immediate response of being published in smaller local publications
Which types of projects will and won’t get selected for publication
Why they enjoy working with up-and-coming designers
How editors determine which products they choose to include and what readers will respond to

Additional resources:

Luxe Interiors+Design
New York Cottages and Gardens
Hamptons Cottages and Gardens
New England Home
How regional design magazines are sparking a print revolution on Business of Home
How To Get A Project Published on Elle Decor

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Kendall Cronstrom: @kcronstrom
Cottages & Gardens: @cottagesgardens
Pamela Jaccarino: @pamelajaccarino
Luxe Magazine: @luxemagazine
Clint Smith: @mrclintsmith
New England Home Magazine: @nehomemagazine

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What's Next For The American Home? Jun 24, 2020

After being confined to our homes for months, we’ve all become intimately acquainted with what works in our homes—and what doesn’t. The new demands imposed by the Coronavirus-crisis are prompting changes, and we’ve all become aware of shortcomings in the way our homes function. So what does this mean for design in the future? In this episode Sarah Ramsey, a partner at the firm Cullman and Kravis, and Tom Kligerman, a founder of the architectural firm Ike Kligerman Barkley, explore how even the most traditional of American homes are likely to adapt, with innovations from layouts that allow greater flexibility to more home office space to "Cotsco closets" and more.

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The Greater Outdoors Jun 10, 2020

One result of the coronavirus quarantine is an increased appreciation for the great outdoors. Parks, beaches, and hiking trails are packed, and sales at plant nurseries are booming. What does this mean long term for America’s homes and backyards? In this episode, renowned interior designer Suzanne Kasler and landscape architect Janice Parker talk about all things garden—from elaborate outdoor kitchens for entertaining, the new popularity of loggias, chicken coops and firepits, why the sudden the rage for raising vegetables and the best ways to make the connection between indoors and out closer and more seamless than ever.

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The Sisterhood of Fashion and Home May 27, 2020

No two people exemplify the connection between fashion and interior design better than Tonne and Wendy Goodman. From their positions at Vogue and New York Magazine, respectively, they have chronicled and shaped the course of American style. In this episode, the sisters discuss the evolution of American design in fashion and the home, the growth of celebrity culture from Madonna to today, the importance of visual storytelling, and what’s next for fashion, interiors, and the media after the corona crisis.

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What's Ahead for Small Makers May 13, 2020

More often than not, it is the work of a craftsman or artisan that brings the ultimate touch of style and distinction to a room. But during times of crisis or financial uncertainty, they are the ones likely to suffer the most drastic setbacks. On this episode, interior designer Brad Ford, who founded the high style crafts fair Field + Supply, and Analisse Taft-Gersten, whose ALT for Living showrooms feature works by numerous talented makers, weigh in on how we can sustain artisans and small makers through the pandemic and ensure that we don’t lose their skills or their unique sensibilities and style.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

How Brad and Analisse source for new, talented makers and artisans as partners
The direction of the future of design in terms of crafts and handmade things
The impact of COVID-19 on projects, workrooms and studios
The parallels between 9/11 and the coronavirus pandemic’s repercussions on the design industry
Ways to sustain artisans and makers during a crisis
Suggestions on how to deliver information to clients so they feel supported and come up with a plan for the future

Additional resources:

Don’t Miss This Maker’s Amazing Story via Chairish
Makers Meet The Modern Age via Business of Home
“A Maker Movement” Is a New Way to Virtually Discover Artisans and Makers via House Beautiful
Local Custom Furniture Maker Pivots to Design Homeschool Desks for Kids via 5280

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Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Analisse Taft-Gertsen: @altforliving
Brad Ford: @brad_ford_id

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Is there a Future for Custom Design? Apr 29, 2020

At a time when it was already becoming difficult to get clients to wait 12 to 16 weeks for custom pieces, how do you convince them to be patient in light of artisan slowdowns, shipping disruptions, and the shut-down of entire countries due to the Coronavirus crisis? Is the best worth the time and effort? How do you keep your artisans and workrooms busy and engaged? And what are the alternatives? Host Michael Boodro is joined by interior designers Madeline Stuart, Robert Stilin and Thad Hayes.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

The importance and value of custom made and one-of-a-kind pieces to create a truly unique space
How to educate and encourage clients to wait for well made and high quality pieces
Their concerns for the design industry, artisans, makers and vendors in the time of COVID-19
Suggestions on how to manage client’s expectations as COVID-19 causes delays and cancellations that directly impact projects
The takeaways and silver linings of a pandemic

Additional resources:

Playing Favorites with Robert Stilin via Chairish
Custom Art is Helping Homeowners Paint a Clearer Picture via Wall Street Journal
7 Ways the Coronavirus Will Change How We Design, Style, and Live in Our Homes via Better Homes & Gardens

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Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Madeline Stuart: @madelinedstuart
Robert Stilin: @robertstilin
Thad Hayes: @thadhayesinc

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Design from a Distance: Working Remotely Apr 15, 2020

How can design proceed now that every detail—from presentations to orders to installations—needs to be done from a distance? How do you motivate your staff, reassure clients, and stay on top of your workrooms and artisans to make sure your workflow is flowing? Three top talents weigh in on what has worked for them in the past, the tools and processes they use, and how they have adapted to the new “remote” world: Atlanta designer Tish Mills, Courtney Coleman of Brockschmidt and Colman, with offices in New York and New Orleans, and New York-based fabric and interior designer Katie Leede.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

How technology has changed the way we work, both at the office and at home
Operating remotely, exploring different technologies and how to best connect with your team while working from home
Ways to stay on top of your workrooms and artisans to make sure your workflow is flowing smoothly
Suggestions about how to lead your team remotely through a crisis and adjust to stress of the unknown
The impact of COVID-19 on projects both in-progress and coming down the pipeline
The importance of home, now that we’re spending so much more time in them

Additional resources:

The WFH Edit via Chairish
Virtual Reality: Top Designers’ Tips for Working Now via Chairish
Three Warning Signs That Your Remote Employees Are Starting To Crack Under The Stress Of Working From Home via Forbes

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Courtney Coleman: @brockschmidtandcoleman
Katie Leede: @katie.leede @katieleedeandco
Tish Mills: @tishmills

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Creativity During the Crisis Apr 01, 2020

On this episode of the Chairish Podcast, Anna Brockway, co-founder of Chairish; entrepreneur Peter Sallick, founder of the Design Leadership Network; and acclaimed designer Celerie Kemble join host Michael Boodro in discussing ways for design firms to navigate the coronavirus crisis, and how, by joining forces, the design world can survive the pandemic—and thrive in its aftermath.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

How the design industry can evolve as we face this crisis together
Thinking about what this means for teams, including those within firms and also the artisans, tradesmen and partners that work closely together on projects
How to elevate your design business and advance into the future
Operating remotely, exploring different technologies and how to best connect with your team while working from home
Communicating with vendors and clients so you can continue to develop projects, even though times are uncertain
The impact of postponement and cancellation of design and industry events
How Chairish is supporting the design community, brands and partners through the launch of the first-ever online Virtual Preview and featuring The Dealers of High Point
Breaking down short term, medium term and long term strategies when thinking about your business

Additional resources:

The WFH Edit via Chairish

10 Ways Remote Workers Can Improve Communication Skills via US News and Report

How Interior Designers Work With Clients In The Time Of Corona Virus Mandated Social Distancing via Forbes

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Anna Brockway @annabrockway
Peter Sallick @petersallick
Celerie Kemble @celerie

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The Designer's Guide to Social Media Mar 18, 2020

Get to know our social media savvy guests:

Experienced designer Alyssa Kapito launched her design firm using Instagram. Kapito is known for restrained but sumptuous apartments, lofts, and beach houses, where she mixes classic vintage pieces, subdued palettes, and luxurious textures, and her work has been featured in numerous publications including Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Vogue. She also has more than 150K followers on Instagram.

For the past 23 years, Cara Woodhouse has been creating interiors with bold contemporary furnishings, texture-rich rugs, and colorful accents, bringing a sense of fun and energy to family living. Along with designing, she is also a brand ambassador for various companies and a social media influencer. She has more than 200K followers on Instagram.

Skylar Frederick is the social media manager at Chairish, which has about 300K followers on Instagram.

In this episode, our guests tackle:

How Instagram benefits designers through product lines, clients, and more
The importance of high-quality visuals on Instagram
Creating social media goals
Quality over quantity in posting
The value of cohesive and compelling branding
Using Pinterest to communicate with clients about style
Crafting authenticity on social media
Incorporating video into social media practice
Agreed-upon rates for collaborations / partnerships on Instagram
Advice for young designers launching their firms on Instagram

Additional resources:

Social Media Tools You Should Be Using via Chairish
How to Create a Social Media Marketing Strategy in 8 Easy Steps via Hootsuite
How to Build Your Social Media Marketing Strategy for 2020 via Sprout Social

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Alyssa Kapito: @alyssakapitointeriors
Cara Woodhouse: @carawoodhouseinteriors
Skylar Frederick: @skylar_allen

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Does PR Still Have an Impact? Mar 04, 2020

In today’s changing-by-the-minute media landscape, how do you get your firm’s projects published, viewed, and talked about? Does public relations still have an impact in this age of social media? Three veterans Elizabeth Blitzer, Sarah Boyd and Lauren Urband discuss the ins and out of PR, what they can do for a designer’s career—and when it might not be worth the investment.

In this episode, we dive into:

How to expand PR opportunities beyond print magazines
The limitations of Instagram
Working with influencers
The value of regional publications
Exclusivity agreements
How to leverage projects on various fronts
The career point at which to hire a designer
Advice for young / newer designers
Choosing goals with clients

Check out these resources for more information:

An intro to what publicists do via Elle Decor
Lauren Urband’s webinar on how to generate buzz about your design business via Chairish
An interview with Elizabeth Blitzer via the Lifestyle Edit

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Lauren Urband: @lurband22
Sarah Boyd: @sarahmcboyd
Blitzer & Company: @blitzer_co

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Coping with Clients Feb 19, 2020

Today’s clients are ever more savvy and informed, but are they also more demanding, and difficult? What do clients want from designers, and how do you navigate their needs and desires? Host Michael Boodro is joined by renowned designers Sheila Bridges, Richard Mishaan and Josh Greene.

In this episode, we find out how to deal with difficult clients and more:

Challenges of working with clients
What ignited a shift in client behavior
Establishing boundaries and understanding expectations
Paying due diligence
Red flags to watch out for
Photography agreements
Client relation best practices

Get to know our high-profile guests:

Named “America’s Best Interior Designer” by CNN and Time Magazine, Sheila Bridges founded her own interior design firm, Sheila Bridges Design, in 1994. She recently launched her own product line originally based in French toile wallcoverings — called Toile de Jouy — that has expanded to include a variety of good home goods. Toile de Jouy motifs challenge some of the stereotypes about the African-American experience. Her work is embellished with thoughtful pieces and colors, and has landed her on the Architectural Digest 100 and Elle Decor’s A-List from 2011 to 2019.

Owner of Richard Mishaan Design, Richard Mishaan holds more than three decades of experience in design, combining his knowledge of fashion, architecture, and interior design. He has crafted style ranging from urban to beachside in his distinctly layered and luxe, colorful style.

One year ago, Josh Greene founded his own firm, Josh Greene Design, that focuses on creating stylish environments balancing functionality, warmth, and comfort. He has over 15 years of design experience and has been featured on publications such as the New York Times, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful.

Discover the work of our marvelous guests, and find more tips:

Tour Sheila’s colorful home in Reykjavík via The Cut
Inside Richard’s chic space in New York via Architectural Digest
Check out this beach house from Josh and his former partner via Architectural Digest
More tips for handling challenging clients via Kathy Kuo

Connect with us on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Sheila Bridges: @harlemtoilegirl
Richard Mishaan: @richardmishaan
Josh Greene: @joshgreenedesign

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Hitting The Wall: How Can Designers Confront A Blank Wall? Feb 05, 2020

If it’s not vast expanses of glass then it’s large expanses of white wall designers have to contend with. From multi-million dollar artworks to hand-painted wall coverings to hand-rubbed Venetian plaster, how can designers best confront a blank wall? Host Michael Boodro chats with designers Bella Mancini and Elena Frampton, as well as Phillip Jeffries CEO Jeffrey Bershad.

What you can expect from this episode:

The contemporary wallpaper trend
Client hesitation about wallpaper
Tips for selecting artworks for walls
Detailing, balance, and additional finishes
The trends and future of wall design

Get to know our chic guests:

Bella Mancini is known for her charming and astute way of working with patterns and wallcoverings within her designs. She founded her firm, Bella Mancini Design, just two years after making her career shift from fashion PR and marketing to interior design.

Elena Frampton is a talented designer and owner of interior design studio Frampton Co, which includes an art advisory service and locations in the Hamptons and New York City. Her studio uses dynamic, otherworldly palettes while also elevating artists and expanding access to their art.

Jeffrey Bershad is the CEO of Phillip Jeffries, a wallcovering company that was started with just 10 grasscloths over 40 years ago by his father, and is now a preeminent global company. With an elevated focus on design, quality, and efficiency, Phillip Jeffries prides itself on ready-to-ship and custom solutions and has been featured in magazines including Luxe, California Home+Design, and Interior Design.

During the episode, we mention these high-end wallpaper brands:

Phillip Jeffries – a range of high-quality wallcoverings
Fromental – hand-embroidered wallpaper
De Gournay – bold and custom wallpaper
Pierre Frey – commissions artists for wallpapers

Think beyond conventional wallpaper ideas with these sources of inspiration:

Sisters and interior designers Charlotte Harris Lucas and Liz Harris Carroll offer their tips on wallpapers via Chairish
Tour this Dumbo loft from Bella Mancini via Brownstoner
Art advisory via Frampton Co.
The latest, art-inspired wallpaper collection from Phillip Jeffries
Shimmering wallpaper ideas via Chairish

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Bella Mancini: @bellamancinidesign
Frampton Co: @frampton_co
Phillip Jeffries: @phillipjeffriesltd

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Showhouses: How Much Will They Cost You and Will They Pay Off? Jan 21, 2020

This episode on The Chairish Podcast we will look at the growing phenomenon of Showhouses. Why are there so many, who do they benefit, and do they really make a difference to a designer’s career? Guests include interior designers Neal Beckstedt and Young Huh, whose rooms at the Kips Bay Decorator Showhouse became hugely popular on social media, and publicist Christina Juarez, who has helped shape the careers of numerous designers and worked with many national brands.

We mention these showhouses in the episode:

Kips Bay Decorator Show House, New York City and Palm Beach
The Hampton’s Showhouse, Hamptons, New York
Holiday House, New York City
Brooklyn Designer Showhouse, Brooklyn, New York
The Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles: Home for the Holidays, Atlanta
Ronald McDonald 2019 Designer Showhouse, Miami

During the episode, we discuss these showhouse designs:

Young Huh – Corridor and Bath, 2014, and Artist Loft, 2019 / Both from the Kips Bay Decorator Show House
Neal Beckstedt: Sitting Room, 2017 / Kips Bay Decorator Show House
Sasha Bikoff’s – Color Me Happy Stairway, 2018 / Kips Bay Decorator Show House
Robert Passal Living Area, 2019 / Kips Bay Decorator Show House

Check out these urther resources:

Design tips from Young Huh via Chairish
Explore Derek Lam’s Manhattan home that was designed by Neal Beckstedt via Architectural Digest
Tour Christina Juarez’s colorful apartment via Elle Decor

Connect with us on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco
Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro
Neal Beckstedt: @nealbeckstedt
Young Huh: @younghuh
Christina Juarez: @christinajuarezandco

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Success by the Yard Jan 21, 2020

Host Michael Boodro questions the conventional idea that fabric lines make designers rich: “Is it possible to have success by the yard?” Four fabric professionals with a range of perspectives — including Stephen Elrod and Brian Dicker from Kravet and Holland and Sherry respectively, and designers Lori Weitzner and James Huniford — gather to talk about how they made it in the fabric industry, and how they continue to look forward to the future of fabric.

This episode we dive into:

How brands select designers for collaborations
The method and process of collaborating on a fabric line
What makes licensing and collaborations successful
How to become successful through a fabric line
The future and technology of textiles
Buyer trends and the value of the experience

Get to know our fabulous guests:

Stephen Elrod is the executive vice president and creative director for Lee Jofa and Brunschwig & Fils. With close to three decades of experience, Stephen has led partnerships with various designers including another podcast guest, James Huniford, and most recently, Kelly Wearstler.

President of Holland and Sherry, Brian Dicker drove the tailor-focused fabric company’s expansion into interior design. Holland and Sherry is now a prominent player in the interior design realm and has partnered with designers like Elizabeth Eakins, Muriel Brandolini, and Christopher Maya.

Lori Weitzner is an independent fabric designer and the founder of Weitzner. Lori built her own textile company from the ground-up and later, successfully merged with Pollack. After 12 years as a business owner, Lory grown as a fabric designer and expanded into other areas of design.

James (Ford) Huniford, is a renowned interior designer and founder of Huniford Design Studio. He has a fabric line with Kravet / Lee Jofa and has been featured in magazines such as Architectural Digest, W Magazine, and Vogue.

Check out these further resources:

Get to know the history of Kravet
The story behind Holland and Sherry:
Lori Weitzner’s new collection for Artistic Tile:
Video: Tour Lori Weitzner’s studio
Learn more about Huniford Design Studio
Discover some of James Huniford’s top design tips.

Connect with Chairish and our guests on Instagram:

Chairish: @chairishco

Michael Boodro: @michaelboodro

Kravet: @kravetinc, @leejofa, and @brunschwigfils

Holland & Sherry: @hollandandsherryinteriors

Lori Weitzner: @loriweitzner

James Huniford: @fordhuniford

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Color(s) of the Year Jan 21, 2020

Each year major paint companies, Pantone, etc, announce their color of the year—and they are all different. What is the meaning of color trends, and do they have any importance? And how do certain colors become anointed—and is that a good thing? Should designers embrace or ignore color hype? Guests include designers Nick Olsen and Nicole Fuller, who are known for their innovative use of color and Martin Kesselman, a paint retailer and color consultant who recently created the “perfect” modern white for Farrow and Ball.

You’ll love this episode if you’re interested in:

Color trends and colors of the year
What meaning trends have and their impact
How our guests implement color and best practices
Light, contrast, and perception
White, a color that can’t be overlooked
The inspiration and process of color development and selection
The influence and mood color ignites

Get to know our guests:

Nicole Fuller is an interior designer and owner of Nicole Fuller Interiors with offices in New York and Los Angeles. She is known for contrasting neutrals with bold color and pattern and has created a line of tile with Ann Sacks, wallpaper for Fromental, and various rug designs for The Rug Company. Currently she’s in the process of collaborating on a paint collection with fashion photographer Steven Klein for Farrow & Ball.

After completing an architecture degree at Columbia, Nick Olsen shifted into interior design after working with Miles Redd. Nick launched his own firm, Nick Olsen Style, in 2010, and as Michael describes, is distinguished by the added charm, humor, and playfulness he adds to his designs. His work has been featured on the covers of Domino Magazine and World of Interiors.

Martin Kesselman is an entrepreneur, interior designer, and color consultant. Martin owns his own paint shop in New York City, In Colour, which represents brands including Farrow & Ball, Benjamin Moore, Fine Paints of Europe, and Donald Kaufman Color. He has previously worked with many of these paint companies, and most recently developed a contemporary white with Farrow & Ball called Martin Kesselman White.

Michael notes these 2020 Colors of the Year from paint brands:

Classic Blue by Pantone
First Light by Benjamin Moore– Pale rosy pink
Back to Nature by Behr – Gentle sage
Naval by Sherwin-Williams – Grayed navy

Check out these go-to whites and off-whites:

Decorator’s White by Benjamin Moore – Gray hints
Simply White by Benjamin Moore – Fresh white
Dove White by Benjamin Moore – Neutral
All White by Farrow & Ball – Pure white. Nicole Fuller references this color as a “ceiling pop” white.
Cornforth White by Farrow & Ball – Hint of gray
Skimming Stone by Farrow & Ball – Warm gray undertone
Martin Kesselman White by F arrow & Ball – This new shade of white, created by Martin, was inspired by the stark white of galleries, and transformed into a warmer shade of white for the home.

Shades of gray our guests couldn’t get enough of:

Gull Wing Gray by Benjamin Moore – Miles Redd’s townhouse entryway is painted in this “Dior gray” featuring a hint of blue.
Metropolitan by Benjamin Moore – Benjamin Moore’s Color of the Year in 2019.
Purbeck Stone by Farrow & Ball – Nicole’s revered gray she used in her home.

Additional colors mentioned:

Caliente by Benjamin Moore – a surprising choice of merlot for Color of the Year in 2018.

Hague Blue by Farrow & Ball – Nicole mentions this blue when speaking about monochrome.

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