Jan 19
154 - Let's Talk About How to Protect your Calendar and Time
Send us a textIn this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura dives into the real-world lessons behind building a profitable, sustainable interior design business—without sacrificing creativity or personal boundaries. Drawing from decades of hands-on experience, she sh ... Show More
18m 44s
Jan 12
153 - Let's Talk about AI and How You Can Integrated it into Your Design Business in 2026
Send us a textIn this episode of The Business of Beautiful Spaces, Laura breaks down how interior designers can begin using AI in a practical, ethical and non-intimidating way in 2026. Whether you are AI curious, quietly resistant, or already dabbling, this conversation is design ... Show More
22m 49s
Jan 5
152 - Let's Talk How to Price your Services Correctly with Raising Costs
Send us a textLaura breaks down why most designers do not have a pricing problem, they have a scope and structure problem. She walks through practical strategies to increase profitability at your current rates, including tightening and clarifying your scope, reclaiming billable h ... Show More
27 m
Sep 2024
108\\ How to Grow Your Design Business While Staying True to Your “Why” With Katie Decker-Erickson
<p>Are you struggling to scale your interior design business while balancing family life? Or perhaps you're considering adding commercial projects to your list of services.</p>
<p>In this episode, Katie Decker, a successful commercial color consultant and business coach, shar ... Show More
34m 36s
Sep 2024
106\\ Proven Strategies to Elevate Your Brand, Streamline Operations, and Grow Your Design Business With Jacqueline Green
<p>Are you an interior designer struggling to build a profitable, sustainable business? Do you feel overwhelmed by the marketing and business side of your creative practice?</p>
<p>In this episode, Jacqueline Green, founder of Behind the Design, shares her proven strategies to he ... Show More
32m 34s
Aug 2025
152 | Build a Thriving Interior Design Business Without a Design Degree: Insights From Michelle Lynne
Have you always loved furniture, picking out paint colors, making spaces feel beautiful, or helping friends with their homes, but never thought you could actually get paid for it? That’s exactly how Michelle Lynne felt.In this episode, she shares how she followed a corporate path ... Show More
32m 31s
Jul 2025
Infusing Creativity Into Business + Creating A Celebrity-Worn Jewelry Brand with Drew Ginsburg, Founder of DylanLex
Ready to turn your unique creativity into a brand that catches the eyes of icons like Beyoncé and Taylor Swift? In this episode, I sit down with Drew Ginsburg, the founder of DylanLex, who spills the secrets on building a business that truly reflects your creative soul and attrac ... Show More
56m 1s
Nov 2024
115\\ 9 Proven Ways to Set Yourself Apart as an Interior Designer and Succeed
<p>The interior design industry is quite crowded, especially with the rise of online platforms and social media showcasing designers’ work, making the field more visible and accessible than ever.</p>
<p>The growth in popularity is fueled by shows on networks like HGTV, DIY resour ... Show More
14m 55s
Nov 2024
How to Hire the Right Financial Experts and Know Which Business Ideas to Take Action On, Live Q&A (Part 3)
Get ready to build a personal brand that connects even in industries where trust doesn't come easy. In this episode, Chris and I share our best strategies for balancing multiple businesses and using your unique personality to make real connections with clients. We also give you o ... Show More
31m 8s
Send us a text Welcome to the grand finale of our four-part Profitable Design Series with Laura Thornton! In this essential episode, Laura helps you shift from just designing beautiful spaces to designing a truly profitable business. Learn why reviewing your numbers regularly is more important than any brand board—and how to spot what’s really working for yo ... Show More
