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Design Curious | Interior Design Career and Business Podcast

Rebecca Ward, CID | Interior Design Mentor and Coach
Interior Design
Project Management
Entrepreneurship
Coaching
Networking
Business Growth
Client Management
Creativity
Marketing
Financial Management
Work-Life Balance
Construction
Branding
Niche Marketing
Personal Growth
Mentorship
Marketing Strategies
Client Communication
Remodeling
Website Design

A show for the curious creatives who want to learn what it takes to become an interior designer. Welcome to the Design Curious podcast! Each week, you'll learn practical skills every designer needs to develop regardless of whether you want to work for yourself or someone else. You'll learn secrets from professional interior designers to help you avoid costly mistakes & regrets. You'll be encourage... more

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Are you studying interior design, preparing to graduate, or hoping to land your first job at a design firm? You might already know how to create a beautiful space, develop a floor plan, or put together a portfolio. But do you know what happens betwee... more

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What if the best interior design solutions don’t come from having all the answers, but from being curious enough to ask better questions?

In this episode with Sarah Broughton of Rowland+Broughton, the Colorado-based architecture and design studio, w... more

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Running an interior design business can be incredibly rewarding, but let's be honest: it can also be lonely. You might love the creative work, enjoy transforming homes, and feel passionate about serving your clients, yet still struggle with financial... more

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If you’re an interior designer trying to build a business, you’ve probably heard that you need a strong brand. But what does that actually mean? Is it your logo? Your color palette? The beautiful images on your website? While all of those things can ... more

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Recent Guests

Sarah Broughton
Licensed architect and Fellow of the American Institute of Architects, specializing in sustainable design and professional advocacy
Rowland+Broughton
Episode: 214 | Integrating Architecture + Interiors for Better Client Experiences With Sarah Broughton
Jodie Carter
Interior designer with more than two decades of experience in high-end residential projects
Jodie Carter Design
Episode: 213 | How Design Leaders Collective Helps Interior Designers Build Stronger Businesses With Jodie Carter and Andrea Reordan
Andrea Reardon
Residential interior designer specializing increasingly in accessibility design
Andrea Reardon Design
Episode: 213 | How Design Leaders Collective Helps Interior Designers Build Stronger Businesses With Jodie Carter and Andrea Reordan
Jon Czeranna
Co-founder of Wit & Craft and creator of the Brand Lab with more than 20 years in advertising, branding, and graphic design
Wit & Craft
Episode: 212 | Brand Positioning for Interior Designers: Stand Out and Get Paid Premium Rates With Jon Czeranna
Jessica Marchand
Founder of Blue Sky Creative, a technical design firm
Blue Sky Creative
Episode: 210 | Bringing Together the Aesthetic and Technical Sides of Interior Design With Jessica Marchant
Tamera Gamble
Designer, founder of Arranged Space
Arranged Space
Episode: 208 | The Real Work of a Professional Interior Designer With Tamera Gamble
Annie Obermann
Co-leads Forge and Bow, Colorado-based boutique design-build firm
Forge and Bow
Episode: 206 | 6 Proven Strategies for a Profitable, Sustainable Interior Design–Build Firm With Annie Obermann
Myquillyn Smith
Author and interior designer known as The Nester
The Nester/Cozy Minimalist Home
Episode: 205 | The House Hushing Framework for Beautiful, Soulful Homes With Myquillyn Smith
The Nester
Author of Welcome Home and Cozy Minimalist Home
Self-identified brand/website
Episode: 205 | The House Hushing Framework for Beautiful, Soulful Homes With Myquillyn Smith

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Rebecca Ward
Host and mentor of the show

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • A Must Listen for Interior Designers Starting Their Own Business

    ★★★★★

    The Design Curious Podcast is a must-listen for anyone starting an interior design business! I look forward to it every week, and I swear I have to pause almost every episode to write down notes because there are just so many good takeaways. I’ve had so many aha moments listening, and the insight and advice have been incredibly helpful as I navigate building my own business. There’s so much to learn when you’re starting out, and this podcast has been such a valuable resource. I honestly c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jlipsiusarner
    United States24 days ago
  • Great Design Resource!

    I want to give a huge thank you for having me as a guest, and for creating such an incredible design podcast. Every episode is like a masterclass!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arranged.space
    United States2 months ago
  • Best Podcast for New Interior Designers

    I love this podcast! I listen to several interior design business podcasts, but this is the only one I’ve found that truly focuses on everything a designer needs to know when starting a new career or opening a business. Rebecca is incredibly generous and open in sharing her knowledge, and her advice has been invaluable to me as a new business owner. I highly recommend it to anyone beginning their journey in the interior design industry!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ryan Abu Zaher
    United States2 months ago
  • The Reason Why I Changed Careers to Become an Interior Designer

    Rebecca is one of the reasons why I decided to quit my job and become an interior designer. I was trying to figure out what I wanted to do last year after being in the fashion industry for almost 8 years. I decided to listen to Design Curious and it convinced me! I’m now in school at NYSID in NYC!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bridgettaylor
    United States9 months ago
  • I have learned so much!

    Wow! I love how this podcast breaks everything down to give listeners a clear vision of what it might look like to transition into a career in design. I love all the interviews. It is so interesting to hear about people’s pivots into this career and about the unique niches they have created in the field.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vmarkman
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The tone is approachable, with actionable takeaways and behind-the-scenes insights into running a design practice.
Guests bring a wide range of expertise, from architecture to art curation and financial strategy.
Listeners praise the host's clear, practical guidance for launching or growing a design business.

Chart Rankings

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#57
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#81
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#160
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#124
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#10
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#25
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214 | Integrating Architecture + Interiors for Better Client Experiences With Sarah Broughton
Q: Is there any challenge or skill you learned that you would recommend emerging designers address differently?
Broughton recommends balancing speed with care, sharing iterative work before it is perfect, practicing responses to client feedback, and learning to treat design as a service.
214 | Integrating Architecture + Interiors for Better Client Experiences With Sarah Broughton
Q: How has combining architecture and interior design influenced your firm, and how do you see that being an advantage?
Broughton says designing both together allows the team to coordinate space planning, furniture layouts and circulation early, creating a more seamless and holistic process for clients.
213 | How Design Leaders Collective Helps Interior Designers Build Stronger Businesses With Jodie Carter and Andrea Reordan
Q: What are the next steps that they need to do for reaching out and considering becoming a member of DLC?
Interested designers can contact Rebecca Ward or the members through social media to request information and an application, then attend the group's virtual recruitment presentation.
213 | How Design Leaders Collective Helps Interior Designers Build Stronger Businesses With Jodie Carter and Andrea Reordan
Q: What is it that we would be looking for in someone who is going to think about joining our group?
Applicants should own an established interior design business, have at least three years of experience running it, complete and implement Business of Design's 15-step training, and be willing to share openly, contribute, and commit for three years.
212 | Brand Positioning for Interior Designers: Stand Out and Get Paid Premium Rates With Jon Czeranna
Q: Do you find that with identifying that client, I think, you know, most people start out saying like, oh yeah, I'll take anyone, right? Like, who wants to pay me to do design? So is it that you're telling the people that you work with that they are allowed to basically pick the people that they want to work with over just taking on anyone?
Czeranna suggests identifying the happiest past customers and examining what made those relationships work, including the designer's strengths and the clients' expectations. Replicating those relationships can support both client satisfaction and higher service fees.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Design Curious

What is Design Curious about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A practical, design- and business-focused show for aspiring and working interior designers. Episodes frequently cover how to turn design passion into a scalable career, sharing real-world paths from founders, designers, and specialists who balance aesthetics with operations. Listeners gain insights on upskilling (e.g., Revit, website strategy), building profitable firms, client management, contracts, and cash flow, as well as tips for assembling systems, teams, and mentorship networks. A standout thread is translating creative work into repeatable processes and strategic growth, making the content valuable for both solo designers and studio owners who want tangible, debt-free progress and sustainable income.

Noteworthy elements include gue... more

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1. Sarah Broughton
2. Jodie Carter
3. Andrea Reardon
4. Jon Czeranna
5. Jessica Marchand
6. Tamera Gamble
7. Annie Obermann
8. Myquillyn Smith

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