In this episode, we are thrilled to introduce Giulia Martello, an Italian artist and astrologer whose work illuminates the path of self-discovery and cosmic insight. Giulia combines her artistic talents with her deep understanding of astrology to help individuals find authenticity and empowerment through celestial guidance. Upcoming Workshop 5/19/24: Cosmic Currents 🌟 We invite you to join us for an enlightening workshop series called "Cosmic Currents," where you will embark on a...

Florals add so much to any room, especially when used intentionally to reflect the themes and branding of a space. To really take your designs to the next level, you can partner with a floral designer to help you translate your big vision as a designer into a work of living art! Michael O’Neil of Designs by Nourish explains why and how designers can enhance their spaces with floral design, walking us through his own process of working with interior designers. He also shares with us his...

In this episode, we're gearing up for an exciting month ahead in the Design Coven community! Join us as we highlight a variety of virtual and in-person events scheduled for May. From workshops to networking opportunities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Tune in to discover how you can get involved and elevate your design journey with our vibrant community. May 7, 2024, 10-11am PDT The Proposal Blueprint Workshop / Group Coaching / Podcast EpisodeVirtual EventPro Members included Link...

Many artists and designers struggle with how to do what they love and make a living at it. For those of you who want to start your own businesses, this month’s Artist Spotlight with Interdisciplinary Artist & Designer Parker Heath will inspire you to get going today! Parker shares the fascinating story of how he discovered his passion for art and how he built his business in a relatively short amount of time. His secret? Just jumping in, building a solid foundation for himself, and going...

In this episode, we’re diving into the world of vacation and short-term rental design with interior designer Paula Oblen. Once Paula discovered her passion for this niche, she was hooked. She shares the unique story behind her career and business, why she loves examining the convergence between hotel and home, and the importance of identity and branding in this space. She also gives us a preview of what’s ahead for her business as she continues to innovate and explore what she loves. Paula’s...

I’m excited to welcome our first doctor to the Holistic Interior Design Podcast, Dr. Natasha of Tulsi Wellness Center. Dr. Natasha practices Holistic Health, and as Holistic Interior Designers, it’s important for us to make our overall health and wellness a priority, while also considering how our designs contribute to the holistic health of our clients.  Dr. Natasha shares her journey to practicing Holistic Health, her personal connection to Holistic Interior Design, and how we can take...

I’m kicking off April with a preview of all the exciting Design Coven events coming up this month, for both Free and Pro Members. And as I am in the process of hiring a paid intern for my design business, Tiger Veil, I’m giving you a behind-the-scenes look at my hiring process. If you’re in the process of building a staff or just thinking about hiring in the future, my hope is that this helps you find the right team members who will elevate your business to the next level. And if you’re...

I’m excited to welcome two Design Coven members, Cassie and Angelica, to the podcast to share the story behind their holistic interior design business. Cassie and Angelica met in the Design Coven and discovered they had a unique connection, which led to them building a business together. They talk about how they work and fit so well together, how the Design Coven has helped them in the process of building their business, and how important it is to have a network built upon meaningful,...

This week I’m sharing an update on where I’m at with this podcast and my business, and I’m introducing my NEW podcast, The Holistic Hospitality Design Podcast. I outline seven reasons why I decided to start this new project, and I’m hoping it inspires you to find a targeted way to connect with your ideal clients. With us entering the second quarter of the year, now is a good time to assess where we are all headed and what we really want to create or call into our lives and...

As AI becomes more and more popular, I want to address when interior designers should avoid working with it.  I believe that AI can have many great uses, and I’ve talked about that in previous episodes, but when it comes to your design images—especially the ones in your portfolio—I think it does more harm than good. In this episode, I cover three specific reasons to not use AI images. Featured in this Episode Featured deck: The Nomad Tarot Are you an interior designer or are you interested in...

We have a lot of great events coming up this March in the Design Coven, and in this episode, I’m giving you a preview of each of them. This month, we are embracing the energy of Pisces season by diving deeper into our dreams, exploring how they can empower us in life and business.  For our Design Coven virtual events this month, we begin on March 11 with a New Moon Intention Setting event, available to all Free and Pro Members. On the same day, our Pro Members gather virtually for our Mystic...

This week we’re diving into the writing and messaging on your website with Masha Koyen, a copywriter who works specifically with interior designers. She walks us through the 7 most common mistakes she sees interior designers make on their websites and tells us how we can correct them. Masha also gives us a preview of what she’ll be covering in her workshop for Design Coven Pro Members on February 28. In support of our theme for the month, heart-centered design, Masha’s workshop is focused on...

In this week’s episode, I’m giving an overview of the Design Coven’s theme for the month of February: Heart-Centered Design. I explain what it means to design from the heart and how all of our events this month will support us in reconnecting to our heart space. Together we’ll explore how we can connect with our clients’ heart centers as well, using design to evoke how they want to feel in their spaces. Our upcoming events this month include our New Moon Intention Setting Gathering, the Art...

The World Design Capital has named San Diego Tijuana the design capital for 2024—the first bi-national designation in the organization’s history! And I’m excited to share that the Design Coven has collaborated with Sparks Gallery, ASID San Diego, and the World Design Capital to create a whole weekend of Holistic Design events, February 9 to 11, 2024.  In this episode, I give you all the details of our first event on February 9th, the Art Meets Design Mixer. The goal of this mixer is to...

This week, I’m inviting you behind the scenes for a sneak peek at a Design Coven Group Coaching session, usually available only to our Design Coven Pro members! This is a preview of our January workshop and group session, which centered on pricing. After I shared exactly how I establish my flat rate prices, the designers asked questions, and we worked through some of the challenges they’re currently facing with their design projects. This group coaching is what I feature in this episode, but...

A lot of new interior designers ask me how they should price their services, specifically whether they should bill hourly or do a flat rate. In this episode, I’m sharing my experience with different pricing structures and how I ultimately came to the decision to ditch hourly billing. I’ve been doing a flat rate since 2022, and I’ve found that this is what works best for me and my clients. I give you 7 reasons why you might want to consider doing the same. I’ll be going much deeper into my...

Harness the power of this month’s new moon with this special replay of our January New Moon gathering in the Design Coven. Together, we tap into the energy of the New Moon in Capricorn and our Tarot card of the year, Strength. Move through a meditation with us to connect to the strength of the Lioness, and set your intentions for the year ahead.  This is a look behind the scenes at what we do in our free monthly New Moon Intention Setting gatherings, which are open to both Free and Pro Design...

In this episode, I’m sharing how I personally weave rituals into my everyday life. I give you a sneak peek into a typical day for me, bringing you through my morning ritual, my workday ritual, and my evening ritual. I also talk about my new client ritual and my new moon ritual. All of these help me stay grounded so I can move through my days with a sense of purpose and intention. I also love infusing magic into everyday activities, and rituals help spark this magic.  I invite you to try...

This week we’re exploring how you can incorporate rituals into your design business. I explain what rituals are in a business context, why practicing them can be so powerful and transformative, and I offer you a few different types that can be done at various points of your design projects.  If you want to explore rituals in your business further, join us in the Design Coven and practice one of my rituals with me! Coming up on Thursday, January 11, I’m bringing back my New Moon Intention...

In this episode, I’m taking you behind the scenes in my business with 8 ways I’m planning to level up in 2024. Some of these are practices that I’m building upon from previous years and some are newer introductions to my business. I’m sharing these with you so you can also use them in your design business, and perhaps you’ll even be inspired to create your own list. And if you want to work on these with me, join us in the Design Coven for encouragement and support! Visit...

In our first episode of 2024, I’m sharing what’s ahead for the podcast and the Design Coven. I’m excited for these changes which include going back to two podcasts a week, releasing new episodes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. I’m also making the Design Coven more accessible to members around the globe by making our official events and meetings virtual. So if you’ve been thinking about joining us in the Design Coven but haven’t yet, be sure to listen to this episode and learn how a membership with...

As we head into a new year, you might be looking for opportunities to uplevel your business, and one great way to do that is to attend networking events that will help you connect with other designers and vendors. I’m excited to share an event with Cosentino coming up in February, and Cosentino’s Regional General Manager Scott Newhan and Account Manager Jason Shephard are joining me on this episode to give us all the details!  Scott and Jason talk about the history of the C.Next event, what...

One of the most popular questions I am asked by new designers is how to get started right now in the industry. Today I am outlining seven steps you can take that don’t require you to wait until you have a certain amount of experience or a degree, and most don’t cost anything. You can truly take any of these steps right now! And if you have already started your interior design journey, feel free to share your tips with our community, and listen to see if any of these can help you take your...

In this week’s solo episode, I’m diving into some important design logistics and breaking down the differences between freight, shipping, curbside, and the white glove experience. Knowing your options and how to explain them to the client often separates new designers from experienced ones. So if you’re new to the industry, learning about this now will help you avoid any mistakes or surprises that could derail your project or harm your relationship with the client. Ensuring the pieces you’ve...