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Business of Home Podcast

Business of Home, Dennis Scully
Interior Design
Tariffs
High Point Market
Housing Market
Design
Furniture Industry
AI In Design
Covid-19
Architecture
Artificial Intelligence
Social Media
Sustainability
Wayfair
Design Industry
Ernesta
Havenly
House & Garden
Hurricane Helene
Entrepreneurship
E-Commerce

Business of Home's host Dennis Scully interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives about the changes and challenges facing the interior design community.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes595Founded9 years ago
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DesignArtsBusinessEntrepreneurship

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Latest Episodes

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 w... more

Host Dennis Scully and BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus discuss the biggest news in the design world, including a shutdown for Haynes and The Dump, the death of the dinner party and whether AI will replace photography. Later, Farrow & Ball's managi... more

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... more

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 Su... more

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Recent Guests

Suzanne Tucker
Renowned San Francisco designer
Suzanne Tucker Design
Episode: The Thursday Show: Will California ban quartz? Plus: Suzanne Tucker previews the San Francisco Fall Show
Jeffrey Dungan
Architect and author of The Soulful House
Self-employed architect, author of The Soulful House
Episode: How Jeffrey Dungan finds the soul of a home
Richard Keith Langham
Famed interior designer, Alabama show ambassador for Antiques at the Gardens
Langham Designs / Antiques at the Gardens Alabama
Episode: The Thursday Show: Renovation costs are out of control. Plus: Richard Keith Langham on antiques and Alabama
Gray Davis
Founder of Meyer Davis
Meyer Davis
Episode: How Meyer Davis became a global, 24-hour design firm
Will Meyer
Founder of Meyer Davis
Meyer Davis
Episode: How Meyer Davis became a global, 24-hour design firm
Shea McGee
Chief Creative Officer of Studio McGee
Studio McGee
Episode: The Thursday Show: Inside Studio McGee's next big move. Plus: Designers Guild nears bankruptcy
Niraj Shah
CEO and co-founder of Wayfair
Wayfair
Episode: Why Wayfair sees an opportunity at the high end
Annie Meyers-Shyer
Multi-hyphenate creator behind This Oak House
Episode: Annie Meyers-Shyer turned a renovation project into a brand
Mary Celeste Beall
Proprietor of Blackberry Farm
Blackberry Farm
Episode: The Thursday Show: The dupe war is over. Plus: 50 years of Blackberry Farm

Hosts

Dennis Scully
Host of the show
Fred Nicolaus
Executive Editor of Business of Home, co-host

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 623 ratings
  • Excellent podcast!

    The Sean Law episode was especially informative and insightful, offering a great perspective on what’s happening in the industry right now. Definitely worth listening to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danosalo
    United States23 days ago
  • Great content

    BoH does an exceptional job covering our industry news. Dennis rocks out every Monday and the Thursday show with him and Nicolas is top notch. Thank you BoH!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ericedelson
    United States4 months ago
  • Favorite podcast

    I look forward to Business of Home every week—it’s become one of my most reliable ways to stay informed without feeling overwhelmed. The hosts have a sharp, often humorous take on complex topics like the economy and tariffs, especially as they affect the home and design industry. It makes subjects that could feel dry actually engaging and memorable.

    What I appreciate most are the interviews. The conversations with innovators—particularly artists and artisans—are consistently thoughtful and insp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Acosmos
    United States6 months ago
  • Fantastic!!

    Wow I just love this podcast. So much great intel on how the design industry works behind the scenes. I enjoy every episode and have many favourites but noteworthy ones are the Madeline Stuart and Will Fisher of Jamb. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmaBeaty1986
    Canada8 months ago
  • Industry Gold Standard

    I’ve been a part of the design and home furnishings industry for over 20 years and this podcast is an amazing platform! Cross connecting retail, manufacturers and designers from all over the world, I learn so much with each episode. Always enjoy listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RJInteriorsInc
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise clear industry insights and engaging conversations with designers and brands.
The show is a reliable source for staying informed about the home design industry.
The hosts' dynamic balance of news and interviews keeps topics accessible and entertaining.
Guests are consistently high-caliber, offering practical takeaways for business and creative work.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#7
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#122
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Apple Podcasts
#11
Canada/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#21
United Kingdom/Arts/Design
Apple Podcasts
#161
Canada/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#27
Australia/Arts/Design

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Jeffrey Dungan finds the soul of a home
Q: How did you approach building a sustainable business and eventual equity plan?
He explains moving from a fast-growth mentality to implementing measurable efficiency metrics, profit-sharing, and then gradually granting shares to key staff to ensure runway and leadership continuity.
The Thursday Show: Inside Studio McGee's next big move. Plus: Designers Guild nears bankruptcy
Q: What prompted the decision to open a flagship in Salt Lake City and pursue a broader retail strategy?
The expansion was sparked by a converging opportunity with a nearby showroom partner, the market's growth in Salt Lake City, and a strategic aim to transform the business from a shop to a retail arm with multiple stores and a dedicated rollout team.
The Thursday Show: Inside Studio McGee's next big move. Plus: Designers Guild nears bankruptcy
Q: Tell me about the challenges of juggling a design firm with a growing retail initiative.
Shea describes balancing a tight, multi-faceted business by keeping a focused core team, layering in a strong operations group, and prioritizing projects that align with the brand's long-term retail vision, while maintaining close involvement in the creative direction.
Why Wayfair sees an opportunity at the high end
Q: How do you balance expanding physical stores with online growth?
Stores are used to enhance the brand experience and reach, while online channels provide efficiency and scale; the strategy is to have stores that complement the online experience and drive overall share growth.
Why Wayfair sees an opportunity at the high end
Q: What is Perigold's role in serving high-end customers and designers?
Perigold is a luxury platform that connects end customers with premium brands online, while supporting designers with a trade program and services that simplify buying across brands.

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A design- and business-focused show that blends industry news with in-depth interviews from designers, architects, manufacturing leaders, and brand executives. Episodes commonly pair sharp market analysis with conversations that reveal strategic thinking, operations, and creative direction shaping the interior design world. Noteworthy is the mix of news coverage (tariffs, market moves, acquisitions) with candid guest discussions, offering practical takeaways on branding, storytelling, and business growth for design professionals. The show stands out for its approachable hosts, strong industry access, and ability to translate complex market dynamics into actionable insights for practitioners, manufacturers, and retailers alike.

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Recent guests on Business of Home Podcast include:

1. Suzanne Tucker
2. Jeffrey Dungan
3. Richard Keith Langham
4. Gray Davis
5. Will Meyer
6. Shea McGee
7. Niraj Shah
8. Annie Meyers-Shyer

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