Kati Curtis Design is a full service, interior design firm based in New York City specializing in classic design with a global influence. Whether designing residential or commercial spaces, KCD has built a reputation on achieving highly individual results for a discerning, international clientele. KCD crafts visual stories that become signature surroundings. Guided by clients’ aspirations, as well as their diverse experiences, the firm designs singular interiors, which allow clients to fully express who they are, and what holds meaning to them. The history and location of the project, coupled with KCD’s broad base of experience, and its firm belief that successful design must be generated by the individual characteristics of each project, let’s KCD create extraordinary interiors. A portfolio of completed work includes historic restorations, contemporary renovations and new construction projects. Supported by an underlying thread of sustainable quality, Kati Curtis Design ensures that the clients’ greatest investment is also their greatest source of comfort, pride and self-expression. https://www.katicurtisdesign.com/ https://www.instagram.com/katicurtisdesign/?hl=en

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EPISODE 88 - KATI CURTIS

With degrees in both psychology and interior design, principal designer Michelle Dirkse’s unique training allows her to understand both the psyche and the artistic foundation of the design process. After purchasing and remodeling her first condo in 2004 Michelle decided to pivot from a career in social work to focus on her creative side. Following a few years gaining industry experience, she launched her eponymous firm in 2013, employing her cognitive research abilities to discover  creative meaning and analytical solutions in every project along the way. In recent years, she has worked with local artists to transform their original artwork into kaleidoscopic patterns for her in-house collection of fabric, wallpaper, home accessories, decor items, and more. Michelle is inspired by change and transformation—looking at ways to elevate common elements to something of beauty and intentionality. Interior design allows her to create living, functional art pieces in which every project presents a particular puzzle to solve. Her personal taste runs the gamut from the subdued to the bold, the traditional to the modern, and the minimalist to the maximalist. She relishes in the opportunity to explore all of her aesthetic passions by working with a variety of clients, each with their own sense of style. https://www.michelledirkse.com/ https://www.instagram.com/michelledirkse/?hl=en

EPISODE 87 - MICHELLE DIRKSE

Norma Kamali has been in the fashion industry for over 50 years and is known for her innovative designs. She designed the Sleeping Bag Coat on a camping trip in the seventies, as well as multi-style jersey dresses. In 1973 her designs were referred to as ‘vintage of the future’ and are, in fact, part of her line today in washable, easy-care fabrics. Her swimwear has made a global influence for over forty years. The Parachute Collection is in several notable museums and is still evolving as part of her collection today. In 1980 Norma introduced her sweats collection that became the forerunner of what is today called Active and Athleisure Wear. In the mid-nineties she created the NK ‘try before you buy’ website and was the first designer to have a store on eBay. During this time, she continued her exploration of alternative, healthy lifestyle practices; a search that began after the loss of her dear friends to AIDS. After 9/11 Norma opened the Wellness Café; a curated collection of personal care and food products that support the immune system. The Wellness Café hosted talks and events featuring experts in the wellness arena. Teas, meditation, and classes were held every day at 6 pm. In 2007 Norma collaborated with Walmart in a three-year licensee partnership where she created a collection of timeless styles all $20 and under. According to Norma, this was one of the most inspired and exciting experiences of her career. As a result of the successful collection on Walmart.com, Norma was determined to transform her company to be exclusively e-commerce. Her current distribution network is to all major e-commerce players as well as a selection of specialty stores throughout America and Europe. In 2016 Norma Kamali received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the CFDA to add to her numerous awards from the fashion industry. In 2019 NORMALIFE was launched under the concept of a healthy lifestyle. NORMALIFE is democratic and inclusive for men and women of all ages, skin color, and type. The first launch was a skin line of timeless, safe ingredients and the packaging was developed with a sustainability focus. I AM INVINCIBLE, Norma’s healthy lifestyle guide on aging with power, was released February 2021. Norma continues to live through her purpose in life of empowering women. https://normakamali.com/ https://www.instagram.com/normakamali/?hl=en

EPISODE 86 - NORMA KAMALI

I am returning to share some thoughts on vetting folks. It is important to invest in your business, but it is more important to know whom you are giving your money to. Also, it is great to learn as much as you can, but it is equally important to implement what you have learned! 

EPISODE 85 - GAIL M DAVIS

Monique Stemper is the founder & brains of Stemper & Associates.  Stemper & Associates customizes accounting, project management, as well as growth and development services to each designer’s unique needs . We help designers streamline their business process, control the bottom line, and maximize business profits so they can spend less time on paperwork and focus on doing what they love—design. https://stemperandassociates.com/

EPISODE 84 - Monique Stemper

Today on the podcast I am sharing what I learned at the Business of Home Future of Home conference. It was phenomenal!  If I can share one thing with you, it would be to attend the conferences that will help grow your business. Do not look at it like it is an unnecessary expense, what it actually is, is an opportunity for YOU to grow your business & invest in yourself. The money you put out will return a thousand times if you implement what you learn. Learn to invest in your dream and truly give it ALL you got! I promise you, it will be worth it.

Episode 83 - Gail M Davis

This is a message to faux ally's every where. Get comfortable with being uncomfortable and unlearn the entitlement & hatred that upholds white supremacy. STOP acting shock when you get it wrong. STOP with the hypocrisy. DO BETTER. That's it. 

Episode 82 - Gail M Davis

Fernando is the co-founder of Duke Renders. A 3-D Rendering studio based in beautiful Tulum, Mexico. Duke Renders serves busy interior designers with 100% accurate photo-realistic 3D Renderings of their creative designs. They make you and your clients feel proud, confident and empowered at every step of the design process. https://www.dukerenders.com/ https://www.instagram.com/dukerenders/?hl=en 

Episode 81 - Fernando Duque

Kaitlin Petersen is the editor in chief of Business of Home. She is also the author of the site’s 50 States Project, a weekly series that chronicles the unique challenges of running a design firm through interviews with interior designers state by state, and host of the podcast Trade Tales. Kaitlin has been writing about style and design for a decade, and her work has appeared in Elle Decor, House Beautiful, Metropolitan Home and Veranda, as well as Chicago, Texas Monthly, Time Out New York, and the international editions of Vanity Fair and Vogue. https://businessofhome.com/masthead/kaitlin_petersen https://www.instagram.com/knpetersen/?hl=en

Episode - 80 Kaitlin Petersen

Today we are going to address the most recent post from High Point Market Authority & their 10 chosen Design Influencers Tour. 

Episode 79 - Gail M Davis

Shira Gill is the creative force behind Shira Gill Home, a lifestyle brand and popular blog. Her Virtual Closet Makeover Program and Get Organized Master Class sell out instantly, with hundreds of participants from all over the world. Shira has grown a cult-like following on Instagram, where her followers devour her authentic and funny content and share their own fifteen-minute wins (#15MinWin), from cleaning out a messy junk drawer to adding a calendar reminder to call their mother-in-law. She is releasing her first book, MINIMALISTA (Ten Speed Press, October 12th, 2021)- an approachable, fun, and effective guide to understanding what you want and need to feel better at home, this fall. https://shiragill.com/ https://www.instagram.com/shiragill/?hl=en

EPISODE 78 - SHIRA GILL

Today's guest is my client GraceAnne DiGiovacchino. She is a super busy woman who has a successful career, she is also a mom to a toddler & wife. GraceAnne found me via referral from a designer friend. She has NEVER worked with a designer & had no idea what to expect. She will share the lessons that she has learned being a homeowner &  what it is like to work with me. 

EPISODE 77 -GRACEANNE DIGIOVACCHINO

Kimberley Seldon is not only a great interior designer, but she is an amazing sought after, kick ass business coach! She walks her talk & has changed the way designers do business around the globe.  While I know her team wanted me to discuss more of the designer Kimberley Seldon; I would be doing a disservice to the design world if we did not mention Business of Design aka BOD. I am proud to say that Kimberley is MY business coach!  To ALL of the designers/decorators out there, if you want to take your business to the next level...look no further. Do yourself and your business a favor & sign up for BOD! https://kimberleyseldon.com/KSDCOM/ https://www.instagram.com/kimberleyseldon/?hl=en https://businessofdesign.com/

EPISODE 76 -KIMBERLEY SELDON

When solving a design predicament—from acquiring a rare piece of art or picking out the perfect fabric—they leave no tile unturned and finish by directing a full, perfect installation. Abby Hetherington Interiors has developed a strong business team in house and with the area's finest craftsmen, artisans, architects and builders. Using this elite network, AHI collaborates with each, drawing from their master skills to give creative life to their custom visions for your project. Others have been drawn to Abby Hetherington Interiors' inspiring and unique designs. AHI work has been featured in numerous publications including Country Living, Mountain Living, Sky Journal, Western Art & Architecture and Cowboys & Indians. Abby Hetherington Interiors is housed with its sister company, the Architect's Wife, in the historic Montana Motor Supply building in downtown Bozeman. http://abbyhetheringtoninteriors.com/ https://www.instagram.com/abbyhetheringtoninteriors/?hl=en

EPISODE 75 - ABBY HETHERINGTON

Haley Chouinard is the managing editor of Business of Home, the daily publication of record for the home industry. She previously held editorial roles at Galerie and House Beautiful. In a past life, Haley covered arts & entertainment for Bustle, TDF Stages, and Rolling Stone. https://www.instagram.com/haleychouinard/?hl=en

EPISODE 74 - HALEY CHOUINARD

We discuss all things interior design! From the POV of both the designer and the consumer.

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