Interior Design with Kandrac and Kole

BIO:

As industry experts for residential and commercial design, Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole share upbeat and entertaining narratives regarding their design projects, travels, and personal stories on their popular blog, their podcast, and via national speaking engagements. Joann and Kelly’s love and commitment to the power of interior design also extends towards their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala.

SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by Esteem Media.

Esteem Media is a brand that believes that commerce can be maximized among luxury businesses by creating and sharing content that adds value to online and offline business networks. They specialize in connecting national and local businesses in the luxury home design and fine wine arenas.

We want to thank Esteem Media for partnering with the High Point Market Authority and inviting us to be Insider Tour Guides for the fourth time in this market. We, along with 6 other experienced designers, led curated tours for designers brand new to High Point. We had designers from 5 states on our tour of this market and it was a blast. Esteem Media will continue to offer these tours for every market so watch for details at https://www.highpointmarket.org/insiderstour.

Next up for Esteem Media is the Luxury Home Design Summit, which will be held May 20-22 at the Chatham Bars Inn in Chatham, Mass. This unique event is focused on helping passionate and creative architects, interior design principals, landscape architects and designers, builders, contractors, and showroom operators who serve the luxury design market. It sells out quickly and registration is now open so go to: https://luxuryhomedesignsummit.com. We will join you there!

To find out more about other upcoming conferences and designer showhouses (particularly the Home for the Holidays showhouse here in Atlanta), go to https://esteemmedia.com.

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “I love sweatshirt season. Am I wearing a bra? Who knows. Am I wearing what I wore to bed under it? Maybe.” - Unknown

Serious Quote In honor of our Jewish friends, clients and colleagues and all of the innocent people suffering in Israel, Gaza and Palestine, we pray for you and offer this quote:

“When despair for the world grows in me and I wake in the night at the least sound in fear of what my life and my children’s lives may be. I go and lie down where the wood drake rests in his beauty on the water and the great heron feeds. I come into the peace of wild things who do not tax their lives with forethought of grief, I come into the presence of still water. And I feel above me the day-blind stars waiting with their light. For a time I rest in the grace of the world, and I am free.” - Wendell Berry

How Interior Design Affects Real Estate with Guest Kathleen DeWitt Charleston Real Estate Agent

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 10:00:00 +0200

We wholeheartedly believe that a well-designed home not only reflects your personal style but also has a significant financial impact on its sale or rental value. That's why we wanted to share an insightful interview with Kathleen DeWitt, a renowned real estate agent from Charleston, who sheds light on the importance of good design in the local real estate market.

In our conversation with Kathleen, she emphasizes how an aesthetically appealing home can truly make a difference when it comes to attracting potential buyers or tenants. She discusses the positive impacts of thoughtful design choices and how they can set your property apart from the competition.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

A professionally designed home can help a property be more marketable, sell faster and you get your money two-fold in return.
If something is very well done, a homeowner doesn’t need to panic on how it will present itself. You don’t have to do “vanilla” and worry that a future homeowner won’t like it. Don’t be afraid of navy-blue cabinets or wallpaper.
A designer can come into a home that is already furnished and can make edits with a space plan, removing or adding objects and give it a special “flare” that just makes it show better!

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ABOUT KATHLEEN

Kathleen's journey in Kiawah Island real estate began in 2012 but her roots on Kiawah run deep, having spent over a decade at the Kiawah Island Golf Resort before joining Akers Ellis Real Estate And Rentals, the #1 MLS company on Kiawah Island. What truly distinguishes Kathleen is her remarkable ability to establish meaningful connections with people and her keen eye for design. She has quite an outstanding track record, just since 2020 she has sold over 200 million in real estate. She's not just a realtor; she's also a passionate home design enthusiast who understands firsthand the profound impact professionally designed homes have on selling and renting. She has been awarded Salesperson of The Year for 2015, 2016, 2018, 2020 and 2022. When Kathleen is not busy selling real estate, she loves spending time with her family. Kathleen and her husband, Ronnie have 10-year-old boy/girl twins that enjoy being on the water, as well as a very active lifestyle. In addition to their family,they have a very special fur baby named “Skipper” who you will often see making appearances on Kathleen’s social media accounts.

SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by DesignKC.

As the definitive consumer and trade journal of the most exceptional architecture, custom and remodeled homes, interior projects, and fine outdoor living in the area, they strive to show readers how to live their best life - no matter where they choose to live.

You can find the latest issue of this oversized publication on newsstands and at high-end showrooms in KC, and you can always read it online at mydesignkc.com. There, you can browse hundreds of articles and design ideas for your next home project and watch bonus interview videos and fly throughs . Flip through their digital editions, sign up for their newsletter or follow them on Instagram @designkc_magazine. (underscore). And also subscribe online today! Use code Lovedesign1 to receive 1 year (5 issues) for only $10 or code Lovedesign2 for 2-year (10 issues) subscription... Be Inspired....

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “Saw a girl waiting in line at Panera and I was like wow, I’m gonna be fit one day. Then she got an apple on the side instead of a baguette and I knew the fit life would never be the life for me.” –Stash_bham

Serious Quote “A wonderful reminder from Helen Keller– “There’s nothing wrong with wanting more. It’s totally OK to want more for yourself, your life, your career, or your health. But don’t get so caught up in striving for the next level that you forget the magic of where you are now. Celebrate where you are right now and have gratitude for the hard work, tough decisions,and commitment to yourself that you got here, and gratitude for the opportunities ahead. You used to dream about where you are right now.” - Helen Keller

Episode 170 - How To Style For An Interior Photo Shoot

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 09:00:00 +0200

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

A professionally designed home can help a property be more marketable, sell faster and you get your money two-fold in return.
If something is very well done, a homeowner doesn’t need to panic on how it will present itself. You don’t have to do “vanilla” and worry that a future homeowner won’t like it. Don’t be afraid of navy-blue cabinets or wallpaper.
A designer can come into a home that is already furnished and can make edits with a space plan, removing or adding objects and give it a special “flare” that just makes it show better!

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SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by Gabby Home.

Gabby melds traditional and modern design for a beautiful, transitional style. They create exclusive furnishings, statement-making lighting that conveys just the right bit of “wow”. It is our go-to brand for fresh, transitional design pieces that elevate a room’s style. They carry unique and organic-inspired materials such as rattan, bone, and reclaimed wood. Their mirrors, lighting, and furniture are a highlight in whatever room they are placed.

You can visit a GABBY to-the-trade showroom in Atlanta, High Point, or Dallas. While you are there, check out some of our all-time favorites, like the Elena table lamp, the Colton coffee table, and the Jasper desk.

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Am I Too Young For This? Tips For Aging In Place

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Join us as we talk about the subject of having a functional, comfortable, and well-designed home as you age.

We share the story of a homeowner having to re-design her life and the way her home functioned after an MS diagnosis.

How you can incorporate products into your home to make it safer and more convenient.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

It is possible to decorate your home in a classy, beautiful way that is both an accessible and a functional space.
You are never too young to be thinking about ways to make your life easier in the future. Disabilities can come up at any age, such as MS, limitations from a stroke, or having to use a wheelchair for any period of time.
Being prepared can set you up for success in the unfortunate event that something happens. Do any renovations now before you are in a situation where they have to be done as a result of aging or an accident happening.

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SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by Gabby Home.

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “They should make an alarm clock that sounds like a dog or cat ready to vomit. Nothing makes me jump out of bed faster…” - Anonymous

Serious Quote “Respect the old when you are young. Help the weak when you are strong. Confess your faults when you are wrong. Because one day you will be old, weak, and wrong.” - Anonymous

The Exciting Sherwin Williams Color Trends and Color Of The Year for 2024 with Sue Wadden

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Join us for an energetic conversation with Sue Wadden, Color Marketing Director, color expert and longtime employee of Sherwin Williams.

Sue Wadden shares the Color of the Year along with a new collection of colors for 2024 called Anthology Volume One.

Listen and watch as Sue explains what’s entailed in making these trends forecasts and the meaning behind the shades that are chosen.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Check out the new way Sherwin Williams is reporting color trends with the new Anthology Volume One collection of 48 hues organized by color family.
Listen to Sue Wadden, Director of Color Marketing explain the work involved and the meaning behind how the Color of the Year is chosen.
Go to https://www.scoty.com to read more about the Color of the Year. Spend some time on the Sherwin Williams website viewing beautiful images of the Color of the Year and the Anthology collection of colors used in rooms, on walls, cabinetry, and trim.
You can order color chips and Peel and Stick samples at https://www.swsamples.com if you are a homeowner and if you are in the trade, connect with your Account Executive. Designer samples can be ordered now with your Pro+account at https://www.sherwin-williams.com/account/register

RESOURCE LINKS:

Designinfluencersconference.com.

BIO:

GUEST BIO:

Sue Wadden is the Director of Color Marketing for Sherwin Williams. Sue began her career at Sherwin Williams in 1998, as an interior designer and color marketing specialist. Today, as Director of Color Marketing, Sue is the face and voice of color for Sherwin-Williams and responsible for the overall vision and philosophy of color leadership.

SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by Esteem Media.

Esteem Media is home to leading national and local media brands in the luxury home design, fine wine, and content marketing education focusing on connecting professionals and consumers around their passions and businesses.

Some of their upcoming events include a Design Influencers Pop-Up event at the Dallas Market Center on November 7, 2023. Check it out at

The Luxury Home Design Summit returns to the Chatham Bars Inn in Chatham, Massachusetts May 20-22, 2024. Registration opens at the end of September and will build upon the enormous success of its previous four events.

https://luxuryhomedesignsummit.com

Lastly, they are announcing their new name and venue – Design Influencers Leadership Conference in Napa February 10-12, 2025. The new format maintains the event’s traditional and core content of design influencer marketing education and brand/influencer connection programs, while tackling new opportunities and challenges in operations and marketing that have become crucial for leaders of influential design business to master. In addition, the special benefits of its new home destination, Napa Valley, will be incorporated in the event experience. Look for registration and travel details in

late fall of 2023. Check it out here - https://designinfluencersconference.com

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “My job has this cool thing, where if you do your job very well you get to do other peoples jobs too.” - Anonymous

Serious Quote “Enough courage to get started + enough sense to focus on something you’re naturally suited for + enough persistence to stay in the game long enough to catch a few lucky breaks + a lot of hard work. There’s your recipe” - James Clear

Announcing A New Collaboration - Thompson Traders And Pappy & Co.

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0200

We are the first podcast to announce the exciting launch of Everyday Heirlooms – a brilliant collaboration between two families –Thompson Traders and Pappy & Co. - a stunning barware line that combines the Pappy’s passion for their famous bourbon, entertaining and legacy along with the artistry and quality of Thompson Traders hand-crafted products. We will chat with Alejandra and Clifford Thompson about how it all came to be and get a first-hand look at the collection.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Check out the eight inaugural products and how they are sure to become your family heirlooms. We especially love The Katie Van Sipping Spoon.
Hear Clifford’s story of how his love of bourbon led him to reach out to the famous Van Winkle family.
All products are sold exclusively thru Pappy &. Co. beginning September 12, 2023

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SPONSOR:

Today’s episode is sponsored by Norwalk Furniture.

We source a lot of Norwalk furniture in our projects for a number of reasons. One being that Norwalk builds heirloom quality furniture rather than landfill quality furniture. You know what that is also called? Sustainable! Doing their part to create healthy homes and environments is a core principle at Norwalk and we want to be a part of that.

Another reason is that, unlike many other manufacturers, Norwalk has a particularly fabulous array of patterns and bright, fun fabrics to partner with performance fabrics, leathers, and textures like boucle and velvet. If you visit Norwalk at the upcoming High Point Furniture Market (which you most certainly should) you will undoubtedly run into the ever-vibrant President of Norwalk, Caroline Hipple who is bound to be clad in some fabulous, patterned textile herself.

If you are in the Trade, you really must be sourcing Norwalk Furniture. Check out their website – norwalkfurniture.com and especially their 360-Design tool to help visualize pieces. They are now shipping in under 8 weeks!

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “We memorized phone numbers. We memorized driving directions. No one knew what we looked like. No one could reach us. We were Gods.” - Stash_Bham

Serious Quote “Go somewhere you’ve never been. Listen to someone you think may have nothing in common with you. Be open to a world you may not understand or agree with the person next to you, but have a drink with them anyways. Check in on your friends. Check in on yourself. Enjoy the ride.” - Anthony Bourdain

Interview with Tammy Nagem, President, and CEO of High Point Market Authority

Fri, 08 Sep 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Join us as we talk with the President and CEO of High Point Market Authority and the important role she plays.

You will be surprised to learn all that happens at the Market other than “shopping.”

Hear about the exciting keynote speaker and what band hits the stage on Sunday night, October 15, 2023.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

There is much more to seeing new products and shopping at High Point Market. There are several educational events like panel discussions, roundtables and keynote speakers. Bobby Berk from Queer Eye will be the keynote speaker on Sunday October 15th at 3pm in the Theater.
A great amount of support is available for your visit to High Point. Planning travel, finding on-the-ground transportation as well as the High Point Market App. The fun “Insider’s Tour” is for first time guests. Kelly and Joann and other designers will be leading tours. Go to this link to register - https://www.highpointmarket.org/InsidersTour
Networking is the best way to learn more about High Point and all the offerings. High Point Market sponsors several mixers and parties as well as live music. This fall at Center Stage, Bare Naked Ladies hits the stage on Sunday 10/15 and includes complimentary food and beverages. Doors open at 6:30pm and the concert begins at 7:00pm. A valid Fall Market Pass is required for entry. We hope to see you there!

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BIO:

Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designs by the Atlanta Business Chronicle and has been featured on HGTV as well as in The New York Times, Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles, Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Home Magazine, and many others as well as participants of the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Kandrac & Kole has established a well-known reputation for their approachable, dynamic personalities, signature use of color and pattern, and one-of-a-kind, custom designs. As industry experts for residential and commercial design, Joann Kandrac & Kelly Kole share upbeat and entertaining narratives regarding their design projects, travels, and personal stories on their popular blog, their podcast, and via national speaking engagements. Joann and Kelly’s love and commitment to the power of interior design also extends towards their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala.

SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by Prosource Marietta.

Prosource Marietta is our go to for all finishing materials–wood, LVP, tile, cabinets, countertops, and plumbing. Their team, especially their showroom manager, Stacy Wray, makes our lives very easy especially being a one stop shop kind of showroom in a big city like Atlanta.Their half yearly sale is coming up. Kitchen and bath runs 6 weeks starting middle of September and ALL flooring materials will be on sale the entire month of October. Prosource National negotiates Manufacturer discounts on Wholesale and Trade Professional discounts. Nearly everything has an additional 5-10% discounted by the manufacturers. The local Prosource in Marietta goes all out for their Fall and Spring Sale Events. Stacy and the team put together Member Give-a-Ways the 1st week of October and scheduled catered lunch every Wednesday during the event for Members and their clients.

Be sure to follow them on Instagram or Facebook for a showroom tour,design updates and great before/after pictures from member projects.

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “I tried the Japanese method of decluttering where you hold every object that you own and if it does not bring you joy, you throw it away. So far I have thrown out all of the vegetables, my bra, the electric bill, the scale, a mirror, and my treadmill.” - Anonymous

Serious Quote “When people talk, listen completely, don’t be thinking what you’re going to say. Most people never listen, nor do they observe.” - Ernest Hemingway

The 4 Fascinating Projects We're Working On Right Now!

Fri, 25 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Today we share the details of 4 fabulous projects we are working on right now.

We thrive on interesting projects that push boundaries and deliver exceptional results. Keeping these projects moving requires a combination of careful planning, effective communication, and attention to detail.

We recognize the importance of having a well-defined project plan, so watch and listen as we share the thought process of our selections, the colors we choose, the products we recommend and our goal to not only make the spaces beautiful but functional for each project.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Wall paper behind the bed wall or as an accent wall is an easy way to get color and texture without having to do a full room makeover.
Find out what we did to reimagine an unused theater room and storage area of a luxury, high rise property in the Buckhead area of Atlanta.
Hear about the level of detail in making selections for 13 bathrooms in a 10,000 square foot home!

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SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by High Point Market.

Covering 13 city blocks and over 11.5 million square feet of showrooms covering every product category, High Point Market is the epicenter of home furnishings and the one show you can’t miss.

So, if you are in the trade, make sure to register and start your plans to attend the Fall Show which is October 14-18th this year. Three half-day tours will be offered on Friday, October 13th from 11:30 am to 6:00pm. The full day tours will be offered October 14th from 8:30 am to 6:00 pm.

Qualifications to qualify for the Insiders Tour: You must be a member of the home furnishings industry who is eligible for a buyer pass and have never attended High Point Market or have not been to more than one market within the past 2 years. Here is the link to register: https://www.highpointmarket.org/InsidersTour

QUOTES:

Funny Quote: “If my email inbox were a person, it would be the neediest and attention-seeking person I’ve ever met.” - Anonymous

Serious Quote: “The myth is that there isn’t enough time. There is plenty of time. There isn’t enough focus with the time you have. You win by directing your attention toward better things.” - Anonymous

Behind the Scenes of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge with Michel Boyd

Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Join us for a lively chat with our longtime friend and well-known designer and TV star Michel Smith Boyd.

Michel is an American interior designer based here in Atlanta as well as the star of the HGTV hit shows, Luxe for Less, Rock The Block 4, and the brand new Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge.

Listen and watch as we get the scoop on what it’s like being on the set of the Barbie Dreamhouse Challenge while simultaneously running a successful design firm, starring in multiple HGTV shows, and kicking off retail collaborations. You might be surprised to hear what Michel really does to relax on a Friday night.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Did you realize that Barbie has been a leader in the women’s movement for decades?
Michel’s definition of luxury is authentically discovering what his clients consider an “indulgence” and then building from there.
As designers, we create our own retirement strategy and it comes from all different avenues – traditional design, brand collaborations, TV and more.

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SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by Outrageous Interiors.

Outrageous Interiors is a family-owned retail store in Atlanta that’s been around for 34 years. They’ve got 4 locations – Alpharetta, Suwanee, Marietta and Kennesaw. The husband-and-wife team of Kurt and Patti Gosch do an amazing job sourcing everything from furniture to rugs to lamps and accessories to keep their stores current and fresh. They have a large inventory on their floors so it’s a go to shop for us when we need something in a pinch. Even though they have 15 talented in-house designers, they are also very trade friendly.

Their team is very active on social media – especially Instagram – so check them out @outrageousinteriors. You will be very impressed!

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “Imagine if these home renovation shows existed 40 years ago: ‘ All that ugly hardwood is now covered in pink carpet and your entire kitchen is geese with blue bonnets’ and the homeowners just stand there sobbing like ‘oh my goodness, we love it so much’” - @Stash_Bham

Serious Quote “Ambition is doing your best to pursue more of what you value. A happy partnership, a playful home, a well-traveled life, rich friendships, peaceful parenting, works of service, a well mind. Those are big goals that take wholehearted dedication.” - Neha Ruch

Your Interior Design Business Questions Answered

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0200

In this episode we explore pain points and challenges faced by professionals in our industry along with effective ways to manage them.

We discuss how running an interior design business (and many other businesses) involves managing projects, prioritizing tasks, maintaining consistent communication with clients, and having tools to streamline operations.

Hear the strategies we use to onboard a new client all the way through the final install.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Our onboarding and design process from start to finish.
How to go about hiring, delegating tasks, training and paying a new employee.
What our design presentation looks like and how we present to our clients.

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This episode is sponsored by High Point Market - https://www.highpointmarket.org

Covering 13 city blocks and over 11.5 million square feet of showrooms covering every product category, High Point Market is the epicenter of home furnishings and the one show you can’t miss.

Every April and October the future of home is imagined by our industry’s leading thinkers and innovators, defined by lifestyle trendsetters and product designers, given form by artists, artisans and manufacturers, and made a part of people’s lives by interior designers and retailers. So if you are in the trade, make sure to register and start your plans to attend the Fall Show which is October 14-18th this year.

Registration is now open for the free Insider’s Tour so be sure to sign up before it sells out. Here is the link to register: https://www.highpointmarket.org/InsidersTour

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “In today’s episode of ‘how strong is your marriage, we take a trip to Home Depot to pick out a shade of white.” - Anonymous

Serious Quote “Life is an echo. What you send out, comes back, what you sow, you reap, what you give, you get, what you see in others, exists in you. Remember life is an echo. It always gets back to you so give goodness.” - Anonymous

The Future Of Design Conferences with Adam Japko

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0200

As you all know, we are huge proponents of staying connected to our industry via design conferences, trade shows, visits to High Point Market and local offerings from places like ADAC, AmericasMart, Art gallery shows and more.

What we don’t always bring attention to however, is how conference and event leaders come up with the amazing content they share on their stages.

Our industry is constantly evolving and for us as designers to stay relevant and to consistently offer value to our clients, we need to have conversations like the one we are about to have with our good friend, Adam Japko of Esteem Media.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Be sure to STOP and take TIME to work on your business. Investing in an industry related conference is a great place to start.
Web G3 and AI are coming to our industry whether you like it or not.
Get ready for the newly reimagined Design Influencers Leadership Conference In 2025!

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Design Influencers Leadership Conference

BIO:

SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by High Point Market - https://www.highpointmarket.org

Covering 13 city blocks and over 11.5 million square feet of showrooms covering every product category, High Point Market is the epicenter of home furnishings and the one show you can’t miss. Every April and October the future of home is imagined by our industry’s leading

thinkers and innovators, defined by lifestyle trendsetters and product designers, given form by artists, artisans and manufacturers, and made a part of people’s lives by interior designers and retailers.

So if you are in the trade, make sure to register and start your plans to attend the Fall Show which is October 14-18th this year. Visit the High Point Market and register here: highpointmarket.org. Stay tuned for open registration for the free Insiders Tour and be sure to sign up for our tour before it sells out.

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “Ladies - If your husband doesn't come in and say ‘what is this crap you are watching’ then casually sit down and watch 3 seasons of it with you, are you even married?” - @Stash_Bham

Serious Quote “The world you see is created by what you focus on. It is never too late to adjust your lens.” - Anonymous

How to Have a Healthy Home

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0200

This episode is about the virtual “Future of Eco-Conscious Living” that was presented by House Beautiful on Earth Day. You will learn about the many ways that we can make small, but significant changes in our lives to reduce our environmental impact and live more sustainably by making smarter choices when it comes to buying products.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Learn what the Property Brothers, Ashton Kutcher and William Sonoma are doing for the environment.
Hear about the extreme environmental impact of toilet paper.
How you can live a luxurious and sustainable life at the same time.

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The Atlanta Market – the premier gift, décor and lifestyle Market right here in Atlanta. AmericasMart is a to-the-trade-only marketplace to discover new resources, and to connect with thousands of makers, manufacturers, and sales reps ready to help build your business.

The big shows are held in January and July and are always on our calendar. Each show we visit with like minded business owners and creatives and it’s our time to get inspired by fabrics, furniture, colors and design-forward product displays on every showroom floor.

The next show is July 11-17 so we highly recommend you register by visiting Atlantamarket.com. The show is a bit overwhelming but make sure you visit the floor of temporaries, the coveted Antiques category and also five brand new floors of Casual and Outdoor Furnishings which is debuting this July. We will see you there!

AmericasMart Website: https://www.americasmart.com/

Author and Speaker Amy Flurry

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Tune in and watch this Episode as we talk to Amy Flurry, a nationally recognized speaker and author on the subject of DIY PR. She has decades of editorial experience as she shares with us the do’s and don’ts in regard to pitching to editors. She also co-founded Aloka Home, a company that re-energizes vintage saris from India that were hand-stitched 60-80 years ago by shampooing, softening and dyeing them into beautiful quilts, coverlets and pillows . Check out these beautiful one-of-a-kind beauties at https://www.alokahome.com

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Learn about our guest Amy Flurry who has two decades of editorial experience and writing for top print and online publications. She authored Recipe for Press (Pitch Your Story and Create a Buzz) and Recipe for Press (Designer Edition) with tools interior designers need to take advantage of the press opportunities available to creative professionals.
Amy discusses some of the ways to do your own PR and be your own publicist when pitching a product or project to an editor.
Hear about Amy’s company, Aloka Home that re-energizes hand-stitched 60-80 year old saris from India into beautiful quilts, coverlets and pillows that we love using in our designs.

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This episode is sponsored by Outrageous Interiors.

Outrageous Interiors is a family-owned retail store in Atlanta that’s been in business for 35 years. And have 4 locations–Alpharetta, Suwanee, Marietta and Kennesaw. They are a go to source for designers because not only do they offer a trade discount, but they also sell off the floor and can special order upholstery, rugs and case goods. They have been a go to shop for us when we need something in a pinch as they have the best selection of ever-changing rugs, lamps, art, mirrors, accessories, and great quality sofas and chairs.

Be sure to follow them on Instagram and Facebook @outrageousinteriors to see some fun “behind the scenes” of their design projects and their clients' gorgeous homes.

Outrageous Interiors Website: https://oiandd.com/

Intro to AI with Guest Leslie Carothers

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Join us as we chat with Leslie Carothers, Principal of Savour Partnership, who’s always on top of the latest buzz in the interior design world. In this episode, we are talking all about Artificial Intelligence and how it is, and will be, affecting our jobs as interior designers. Are apps like RoomGPT, MidJourney and Reimagine Home a detriment to the value of the interior designer or can we simply use this new technology to enhance our services?

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

AI will never entirely replace interior designers and the creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills we bring to our projects.
If you want to start playing around with AI as it pertains to design, check out MidJourney AI. Leslie has some tutorials on her website.
AI can be a quick and useful tool for ideation when communicating to clients.

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This episode is sponsored by our friends at Norwalk Furniture.

As you know we just returned from High Point Furniture Market where we spent a lot of time at Norwalk, one of our go-to brands for quality, custom-made furniture. We conscientiously went through each of the new fabric introductions which the President, Caroline Hipple, is so brilliant at sourcing. Unlike many other manufacturers, they have a particularly fabulous array of patterns and bright, fun fabrics to partner with performance fabrics, leathers, and textures like boucle and velvet. At the end of one of our long days, we curled up on the Neptune sectional with Prosecco and caught up with our friends at Coco & Dash for over an hour. It was so comfortable!

Check out Norwalk’s website and especially their 360-Design tool to help visualize pieces. They are now shipping in 8 weeks!

Norwalk Furniture Website: https://norwalkfurniture.com

Our Trip To High Point Spring 2023

Fri, 19 May 2023 09:00:00 +0200

This episode is all about our recent trip to the High Point Furniture Market in High Point, North Carolina. We didn’t set up many appointments this time so that we could be free to roam, find new accounts, build new relationships, and see where the inspiration would lead us. We had a super successful Insiders Tour on Saturday and learned a lot as usual. Listen up for all the trends and insights we discovered at the 2023 Spring High Point Market.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

If you ever considered owning or designing a vacation or short-term rental, hear about the Vacation Rental Design Summit we attended in High Point.
Take the time to listen to successful people in your industry and learn from them.
The Top Trends in lighting, furniture, art, and accessories we saw at High Point Market.

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BIO:

SPONSOR:

This episode is sponsored by Gabby Home. Gabby is one of our go-to brands for everything from upholstery to lighting to case goods. Their transitional designs are easy to insert into any project.

You can visit a GABBY to-the-trade showroom in Atlanta, Highpoint, or Dallas. While you are there, check out some of our all-time favorites, like the Gordan pendant, the Arrington cabinet, and the Lambert counter stool.

GABBY Website: https://gabbyhome.com/

Special Offer on Your Next Order: https://gabbyhome.com/kk

The Interior Designer Skillset

Fri, 05 May 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Time for some Joann & Kelly mentoring! In this episode, we discuss how being a successful interior designer requires an extraordinary and varied skillset. We will share (5) key skills we use almost every day, from how to qualify a client, build rapport and trust with a client, and, most importantly, close the deals. The last 18 years have taught us a lot, and we are happy to share some helpful insights.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Listen to the end of the episode for a VERY BIG industry announcement.
Establishing yourself as an expert from the first impression is key to closing the deal.
We collect all procurement and design funds 100% up front. We will explain how.

RESOURCE LINKS:

https://www.highpointmarket.org/designinfluencerstour

BIO:

SPONSOR: Esteem Media

This episode is sponsored by Esteem Media. Esteem Media is a brand that believes that commerce can be maximized among luxury businesses by creating and sharing content that adds value to online and offline business networks. They specialize in connecting national and local businesses in the luxury home design and fine wine arenas.

Their calendar of upcoming events is super impressive so listen closely:

HIGH POINT MARKET INFLUENCERS AND INSIDERS TOURS – Developed by the High Point Market Authority in partnership with Esteem

This spring, the Design Influencers Tour program will take ten design influencers on a two-day tour of sponsoring showrooms at High Point Market. During each tour, designers will receive an in-depth look at the exhibitor’s company history, brand positioning, and furnishings products. After Spring Market, each designer will reflect on inspirational products and moments from the Market, as well as promote the tour sponsors, via their online platforms. Follow them on social via #designinfluencerstour.

Influencer list:

INSIDERS TOUR - An amazing way to fast track immersion into the High Point Market with (5) established designers (which we are one of!)

LUXURY HOME DESIGN SUMMIT

MAY 22-24, 2023 | CHATHAM BARS INN | CHATHAM, MA

https://luxuryhomedesignsummit.com

This conference is a collaboration between Esteems magazine, New England Home and the Esteem Media event management team. It is a conference and networking event accessible to today's and future leaders in the luxury home design industry who run, own, manage, or aspire to lead home design businesses around the country. It is unlike any other conference in the industry, bringing luxury designers, architects, builders, landscape architects, and all kinds of folks that do business with them together with an advanced business program. Amazingly, the 2023 event sold out more than two months in advance of the actual conference (something we never experienced before) and we are accepting waiting list reservations.

SOUTHEASTERN DESIGNER SHOWHOUSE AND GARDENS

2762 Normandy Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305

May 11 - June 4, 2023

Benefitting Camp Twin Lakes which runs transformative camps for children

with serious illnesses, disabilities, and other life challenges

https://www.southeasternshowhouse.com

Hold on until the end for a very exciting announcement!

QUOTES:

Funny Quote “Gonna be honest with you guys. I don't understand how the gas nozzle knows when to stop.” Stach_bham

Serious Quote “Success in business requires training, discipline, and hard work, but if you’re not frightened by these things, the opportunities are just as great today as they ever were.” - David Rockefeller - lived to be 101

Everything You Want To Know About Kitchen Remodels with Guest Caren Danneman

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0200

Our guest today, Caren Danneman, a certified kitchen and bath designer, talks to us about kitchen remodels, how to add value to your home, and make your cooking experience more enjoyable. We explore everything you need to know, from budgeting to design ideas and the best materials for the job.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

What you can expect to pay for a kitchen remodel.
What questions you need to ask yourself to make sure your remodel is successful and meets your needs.
Learn about some wonderful kitchen and pantry storage solutions that can help maximize your space, organize your items, and make cooking and meal preparation much easier!

RESOURCE LINKS:

Danneman Designs LLC Website

Caren Danneman LinkedIn

Danneman Designs LLC Facebook

BIO:

Caren Danneman is a Certified Kitchen & Bath Designer with over 20 years of experience. She is a winner of a NARI CotY Award for Baths in 2015. She has written many articles on Kitchen and Bath Trends and sat as a Judge for The Bath of the Year for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles 2015 edition. Although Caren specializes in Kitchens and Baths, she also creates home offices, unique laundry rooms and special built-ins. The Danneman Design team includes other designers around Atlanta and a group of contractors with whom to partner with to bring the designs to life!

SPONSOR:

We are honored today to be sponsored by Design KC, Kansas City’s inspirational and resourceful luxury home publication. As a consumer and trade journal of the most exceptional architecture, custom and remodeled homes, interior projects, and outdoor living, they strive to show readers how to live their best life – no matter where they choose to live.

You can find the latest issue of this oversized publication on newsstands and high-end showrooms in Kansas City, and you can read the publication online at mydesignkc.com. There you can browse hundreds of articles and videos with design ideas for your next home project. Flip through their digital editions, sign up for their newsletter, or follow them on Instagram at designkc_magazine.

If you would like to subscribe online, use code LOVEDESIGN1 to receive 1 year (5 issues) for only $10 or code LOVEDESIGN2 for a 2-year subscription (10 issues). When perusing the digital version, check out the video showing the 2023 Design KC Award Recipients. Kelly and I had the privilege of evaluating and selecting the best entries in this competition.

DesignKC Website

Our Trip To Marrakech, Morocco

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0200

We’ve just returned from our bucket list trip to Marrakech, Morocco, and we want to share all that we experienced with you! We truly believe that travel is an investment in our souls, our spiritual journeys, our views of the world and other cultures, and most importantly, an education in design. So tune in to hear all about our magical mystery tour of Marrakech.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

You can learn A LOT from luxury hotels in terms of design details, architecture, and top-of-the-line customer service. Check out where we stayed: El-fenn.com
When you learn a second language, you become exposed to an entirely new culture. When you learn a third language, the same thing and so on.
We will never look at the shape of doorways the same after being to Marrakech.

RESOURCE LINKS:

Norwalk Furniture's Website

BIO:

SPONSOR: Norwalk Furniture

This episode is sponsored by Norwalk Furniture – one of our go-to manufacturers for quality, custom-made furniture. It makes perfect sense that Norwalk is our sponsor for this episode because one of the main reasons we were drawn to Norwalkistheirbeautiful and colorful fabric offerings. The inspiration for the colors offered by Norwalk is inspired by world travel. CarolineHipple, the President of Norwalk, and her Chief Creative Officer, Dixon Bartlett, have traveled the world to find the best in textiles, trends, construction, and colors so that they can bring them home and make sure their dealers and designers have the best options available for their clients. Norwalk has a stunning website with a 360-design tool to help visualize pieces. They are also now shipping in 8 weeks!

Guest Betsy Riley Editor in Chief of Atlanta Magazine

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 09:00:00 +0200

In this episode we speak with Editor in Chief of Atlanta Magazine, Betsy Riley. She shares the editing process, her favorite projects and what she looks for when scouting projects to feature. It was an honor to have Betsy on the show as one of our favorite projects is featured in the 2023 Spring Issue of Atlanta Magazine HOME on newsstands now!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Make sure to “read” shelter magazine articles and not just look at the pretty pictures. Things will be pointed out that you may not have noticed!
Hear why the Editor of Atlanta Magazine Home, Betsy Riley, selected Kandrac & Kole’s project to be featured in the Spring 2023 Issue.
Learn what Betsy’s advice is when submitting a project for publication.

RESOURCE LINKS:

Atlanta Magazine Website

BIO:

Guest BIO

Our guest today is Betty Riley. Betsy has worked with Atlanta Magazine in various capacities for more than 20 years, becoming Editor in Chief in 2017. In 2022, the magazine was recognized as the“Best City and Regional Magazine” in the country by Folio Magazine and was recently nominated for General Excellence by the American Society of Magazine Editors. Betsy has served on the board of the Atlanta Press Club and was formerly a regular contributor to local NPR affiliate WABE. In 2015 she launched a quarterly shelter magazine, Atlanta Magazine’s HOME, which remains her favorite project.

SPONSOR: Prosource Wholesale

Prosource Wholesale in Marietta, Georgia, is our go-to source for flooring, carpet, tile, plumbing products, and so much more. They are easy to get to from inside the perimeter, just 2 exits from the Atlanta Braves Stadium. They are located at I-75 and Delk Road near Dave & Busters.

Prosource is a great resource for trade professionals and their clients, with a beautiful showroom with over 20,000 samples and an experienced kitchen and bath designer on staff. The team at Prosource is outstanding - they are very helpful, communicate well, and are very detailed, a big plus when doing a renovation or new build.

Their ½ yearly April sale is coming up. Prosource Corporate and the team negotiate an additional 5-10% from the manufacturers and pass that savings on. They are offering a special for Kendrac & Kole listeners only. Be sure to stop by the showroom and tell the team you heard about Prosource on the Kandrac & Kole Podcast. Stacy will apply a $50 coupon to your 1st order of $150 or more. A great offer if you listen to or watch us.

Kitchen and Bath Trends 2023

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0200

The Kitchen and Bath Show just took place in Las Vegas. During this episode, we dive into the emerging kitchen and bath trends for 2023. Although we weren’t able to attend, we got the inside scoop from friends who were there in person. Listen to this episode to hear their takeaways and what we are most excited about this year.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

You don’t know what you don’t know, so stay close to an interior designer who keeps up with the latest innovations.
Pandemic-driven trends are still strong-wellness, organic textures and materials, and the expanding kitchen are all trends that are here for a while.
Color is back! When considering a kitchen or bath, new build, or renovation, consider bringing brave pops of color to your cabinets and appliances.

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