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A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast

LuAnn Nigara
Interior Design
Entrepreneurship
Business Strategy
Networking
Project Management
Client Relationships
Client Experience
Interior Design Industry
Leadership
Social Media Marketing
Goal Setting
Client Communication
Business Growth
Luxury Interior Design
Branding
Personal Development
Kravet Inc
Luann University
Marketing Strategies
Profitability

In today's world being a talented interior designer isn't enough to ensure that you have a profitable and successful business. Design school curricula doesn't always equip you with the business skills to have your interior design business be everything you imagined it would be! A Well-Designed Business® is here to fill in the gaps and give you real live business skills from some of the top interio... more

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Latest Episodes

Today with Deborah Rosenberg:

What happens when your personal beliefs become part of the way you run your business?

In this Best Of episode of A Well-Designed Business®, LuAnn sits down with Deborah Rosenberg, principal of DiMare Design, to talk ab... more

Today with Kate O’Hara:

Kate O'Hara is back on A Well-Designed Business, and if you have never heard our past conversations with her, go find them after this one. They are some of the most listened to episodes in this catalog.

This time we go strai... more

Today with Mae Reedy, Abigail Kahan & Jennifer Arteaga:

Three interior designers. Three multi-million dollar firms. Jennifer Arteaga, Mae Reedy, and Abigail Kahan all built their businesses in under 10 years, and not one of them stopped hitting grow... more

Today With LuAnn Nigara:

Last week's episode on interior design and trust got a real response, DMs, comments, one designer admitting she wouldn't have known what to say if a client brought up that arrested designer by name.

So this week, LuAnn goes... more

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Recent Guests

Mae Reedy
Founder of Mae Reedy Build and Design, Dallas
Mae Reedy Build and Design
Episode: 1218: Overheard: Mae Reedy, Abigail Kahan & Jennifer Arteaga: What Growing Pains Look Like beyond $5 Million
Jennifer Arteaga
Founder of Jennifer Lynn Interior Design, South Florida
Jennifer Lynn Interior Design
Episode: 1218: Overheard: Mae Reedy, Abigail Kahan & Jennifer Arteaga: What Growing Pains Look Like beyond $5 Million
Abigail Kahan
Founder of Abigail Kahan Design, Montville
Abigail Kahan Design
Episode: 1218: Overheard: Mae Reedy, Abigail Kahan & Jennifer Arteaga: What Growing Pains Look Like beyond $5 Million
Liz Lidgett
Gallerist, art advisor, and author based in Des Moines, Iowa
Liz Lidgett Gallery / Art Advisory
Episode: 1214: Liz Lidgett: A Smart Way to Source Art for Every Project and Budget
Lauren Vallario
Principal of Lauren Vallario Designs
Lauren Vallario Designs
Episode: 1213: Overheard: Being a Great Interior Designer Won't Make You a Great CEO
Kathleen Reynolds
Founder of Kathleen Reynolds Interiors
Kathleen Reynolds Interiors
Episode: 1213: Overheard: Being a Great Interior Designer Won't Make You a Great CEO
Megan Reilly
Founder and co-owner of West Edge Design Fair
West Edge Design Fair
Episode: 1212: Megan Reilly: SHOWing Up at WestEdge Design Fair and other Industry Trade Shows
Camia Brown
Founder of Camia Brown Interiors
Camia Brown Interiors
Episode: 1211: Camia Brown: Keeping a Business Alive Through the Hardest Season of Your Life
Jude Charles
Story-driven filmmaker and brand strategist
Episode: 1209: Jude Charles: The Reason Clients Choose One Interior Designer Over Another

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • Helpful and interesting

    Every guest LuAnn has on is so interesting and I have heard so many tidbits that have helped me with my own business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    UserEGL1985
    United Statesa month ago
  • A “must listen” for every designer!!

    This podcast has been a lifeline for my business. I wish I had found it sooner. The insights, education and practical steps that Luann and her guests provide are gold. There is never an episode where I don’t walk away having learned something. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone in the design community that isn’t already listening. It’s a must!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LVDesigns
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great career support for creatives

    This industry is about collaboration and support. And this podcast offer so much support and inspiration. And it’s real advice, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agartka
    United States5 months ago
  • Let the guest speak!!!!

    Luann seems very well intentioned but she talks over her guests and talks way too much on those episodes. I’m listening to the one with her and Shea McGee and Shea’s barely said anything. Let your guest speak.. we want to hear them!! She keeps bringing everything back to herself and then goes into a long winded story about her. WE WANT TO HEAR THE GUEST!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    loveandlight7
    United States7 months ago
  • A Must-Listen for Every Designer.. No Matter How Long You’ve Been in Business

    After 25 years in the design industry, I’m still amazed by how much insight, clarity, and inspiration I gain from A Well-Designed Business. LuAnn Nigara has an extraordinary gift- not only for asking the right questions, but for guiding conversations in a way that sparks new ideas and elevates how you think about your business.

    Having the opportunity to be a guest on the show was an absolute joy. LuAnn is exceptionally skilled at what she does; she creates a warm, engaging space while also draw... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Home in Harmony Designs
    United States8 months ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques note the host occasionally dominates conversations; guests are sometimes sidelined.
Guests consistently provide actionable insights for design business growth.
Overall, the show is valued as a reliable resource for designers seeking business clarity and inspiration.
The host's warmth and expertise are frequently highlighted as key strengths.
Listeners praise practical guidance and real-world storytelling from guests.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1212: Megan Reilly: SHOWing Up at WestEdge Design Fair and other Industry Trade Shows
Q: Can you share a practical example of a successful designer-brand collaboration that started at West Edge?
A designer participated in a designer vignette, later collaborating with a brand to co-found ALMA, an organization supporting Latino makers and artists, illustrating how West Edge can catalyze meaningful industry partnerships.
1212: Megan Reilly: SHOWing Up at WestEdge Design Fair and other Industry Trade Shows
Q: How should a designer approach a trade show to maximize ROI?
Prepare by reviewing exhibitor lists in advance, target relationships rather than random browsing, and seek ways to get involved beyond attendee status, such as speaking, mentoring, or participating in designer vignettes.
1212: Megan Reilly: SHOWing Up at WestEdge Design Fair and other Industry Trade Shows
Q: What is the passion behind West Edge Design Fair and what gap does it fill in the design space?
Megan explains that West Edge arose from demand for a West Coast trade show in the design community, aiming to provide a high-end, relationship-driven platform that connects designers with brands and offers genuine business development opportunities beyond shopping.
1213: Overheard: Being a Great Interior Designer Won't Make You a Great CEO
Q: What specific changes did you implement that moved you from designer to CEO?
Kathleen emphasizes removing emotion from finances and creating benchmarks; Lauren highlights building an org chart, delegating, and capitalizing on the Key to price accurately, which led to higher-fee negotiations and more scalable operations.
1213: Overheard: Being a Great Interior Designer Won't Make You a Great CEO
Q: What was the secret sauce of coaching with Nancy and Lesley that unlocked this transformation?
Lauren credits the combination of a structured 12-month program followed by Elite mastermind, the 'Key' tool for pricing, and the duo's complementary perspectives (business strategy from Nancy and technical project insight from Lesley) as key to her growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Well-Designed Business®

What is A Well-Designed Business® about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A design-focused business show that pairs seasoned interior designers with industry leaders, coaches, and creators to unpack practical strategies for growing a design practice. Across episodes, listeners hear about pricing discipline, scalable operations, branding, and using storytelling to differentiate in a crowded market. Guests range from gallery owners and design-coaching entrepreneurs to wellness-focused manufacturers, with recurring emphasis on profitability, client experience, and sustainable growth. A notable strength is the mix of hands-on frameworks (pricing, staffing, and process design) with personable, real-life narratives that illustrate both resilience and scalable success. It's especially useful for designers looking to mov... more

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Recent guests on A Well-Designed Business® include:

1. Mae Reedy
2. Jennifer Arteaga
3. Abigail Kahan
4. Liz Lidgett
5. Lauren Vallario
6. Kathleen Reynolds
7. Megan Reilly
8. Camia Brown

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