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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
Work-Life Balance
Branding
Niche Marketing
Personal Growth
Financial Management
Mentorship
Client Communication
Marketing Strategies
Website Design
Construction
Interior Design Business

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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Interior designers naturally focus on aesthetics, layouts, furnishings, and creating spaces that feel beautiful.

But what happens when a client's home is filled with clutter, unfinished systems, and daily chaos that no amount of beautiful design ca... more

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What is it really like to work for an interior designer? And just as importantly, what does it take to build a healthy, balanced employee-employer relationship that lasts?

As I celebrate 200 episodes of Design Curious, I wanted to pull back the curt... more

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Have you ever completed a beautiful interior design project, only to reach the final stage and realize the walls still feel unfinished because the art hasn’t been selected yet?

Many designers focus heavily on furniture, finishes, textiles, and archi... more

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Are you working harder, taking on more projects, and increasing your revenue—but still wondering where the profit is going?

Many creative entrepreneurs start their interior design business because they love the work, but over time, they find themsel... more

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Lillian Janik
Employee guest; former guest on episode 100, now on episode 200
Design Curious team
Episode: 200 | 4 Secrets to Creating a Strong Employer–Employee Relationship in Interior Design Firms With Lillian Janik
Sarah Hurt
Seattle Art Source founder
Seattle Art Source
Episode: 199 | How to Curate Meaningful Artwork for Your Interior Design Projects With Sarah Hurt of Seattle Art Source
Sallie Ogden
Business strategist and founder of Brimm and Brimm Capital
Brimm / Brimm Capital
Episode: 198 | 4 Ways Interior Designers Can Build a Simpler, Scalable Business With Sallie Ogden
Carla Titus
Finance expert with Wealth & Worth Within
Wealth & Worth Within
Episode: 196 | Cash Flow Management for Interior Designers With Finance Expert Carla Titus
Robyn White
Website designer and founder of RDW Design Studio, specializing in interior-design websites
RDW Design Studio
Episode: 194 | Building Your Interior Design Website? Essential Website Lessons From Robyn White
Lauren Nist
Founding partner at Magnolia & Main, virtual bookkeeping and advisory firm
Magnolia & Main
Episode: 192 | The Biggest Money Mistakes Interior Designers Make (And How to Fix Them) With Lauren Nist
Talor Stewart
Licensed architect with over 25 years of experience and best-selling author
CHD/Conscious Home Design
Episode: 190 | 5 Principles for Designing Healthier, Happier Homes With Architect Talor Stewart
Miriam Schulman
luxury market messaging and pricing strategist for creative entrepreneurs
The Inspiration Place Podcast (host); author of Artpreneur
Episode: 188 | How Interior Designers Sell Premium Services Without Discounting With Miriam Schulman
Maria Killam
International color expert, design educator, and founder of undertone-focused system
Maria Killam Color
Episode: 186 | Struggling With Paint Colors? Understanding Undertones With Maria Killam

Host

Rebecca Ward
Host of Design Curious, focused on practical skills, business systems, and mentorship for interior designers.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • 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 States5 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
  • Loved this ❤️

    This was such a fun, exciting and knowledgeable podcast! As a designer it is nice to tune into people that have the love for design like you. Also, enjoy the advice financially and positively in our crazy world of design!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aluv4design
    United States2 years ago
  • A wealth of information

    A great resource for seasoned designers and anyone that’s interested in the practice of interior design. I appreciate how the discussions are like laid back conversations. There’s a lot to learn from every guest’s experience

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mara Mercado
    United States2 years ago
  • Great for new designers

    Such great advice and motivation for new designers like myself. So much to learn and help you make career decisions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cool if you can buy extras
    United States2 years ago

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The show is seen as a supportive, mentor-like resource with valuable industry insights.
Guests and host deliver practical, accessible advice for both new and experienced designers.
Listeners praise clear, actionable guidance across design business topics.

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#40
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#220
Canada/Arts/Design
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#221
Germany/Arts/Design
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#13
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Apple Podcasts
#48
India/Arts/Design
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#55
Philippines/Arts/Design

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200 | 4 Secrets to Creating a Strong Employer–Employee Relationship in Interior Design Firms With Lillian Janik
Q: What do you like most about being the boss?
The fulfillment comes from developing people, building a strong, supportive culture, and helping designers have satisfying careers, even when it means navigating the challenges of slower business periods.
199 | How to Curate Meaningful Artwork for Your Interior Design Projects With Sarah Hurt of Seattle Art Source
Q: What if a client already has existing artwork that clashes with a remodel?
Mediation, alternative placements, reframing the art, and even refreshing pieces can help harmonize old pieces with new designs.
199 | How to Curate Meaningful Artwork for Your Interior Design Projects With Sarah Hurt of Seattle Art Source
Q: How do you work with designers—do they start with art early, or is it an afterthought?
Art should be integrated from the beginning; her team acts as a resource, offering images, mockups, and a broad network to support designers, and to prevent art from becoming scope creep.
199 | How to Curate Meaningful Artwork for Your Interior Design Projects With Sarah Hurt of Seattle Art Source
Q: How did you get into the interior design/art curation space?
Sarah shares a mid-life pivot inspired by a family member in furniture and early exposure to designers, turning side gigs into Seattle Art Source and expanding from art shows to a formal roster of artists.
198 | 4 Ways Interior Designers Can Build a Simpler, Scalable Business With Sallie Ogden
Q: You mentioned shifting from revenue to profit — can you describe that shift and its implications for scaling a design-related business?
Sallie describes how focusing on profitability necessitates simpler, repeatable systems, niching, and a clear plan, rather than merely adding more offers or personnel, which tends to complicate operations and erode margins.

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A practical, business-focused show for interior design professionals and aspiring designers, delivering actionable guidance on pricing, contracts, systems, branding, and client management. Episodes frequently feature seasoned designers, design-business coaches, and finance experts who translate design work into scalable businesses, with a strong emphasis on avoiding common missteps and building sustainable profitability. Noteworthy is the consistent pairing of design industry insight with real-world frameworks, templates, and mindset shifts that listeners can apply immediately to grow either a solo practice or a small design firm.

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1. A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design Business Podcast
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3. Dear Alice | Interior Design
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5. How to Decorate

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1. Lillian Janik
2. Sarah Hurt
3. Sallie Ogden
4. Carla Titus
5. Robyn White
6. Lauren Nist
7. Talor Stewart
8. Miriam Schulman

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