If you’re an interior designer looking for the perfect excuse to plan a business trip, why not combine work with a little design inspiration? From major furniture markets to industry trade shows, there are plenty of opportunities throughout the year to discover new brands, source products, network with fellow designers, and stay on top of Read More
I entered my 20s with more passion and determination than you could imagine. My interest in interior design began at a young age, and, strangely enough, it all stemmed from an unusual living situation. If you’re curious about that story, you can read more about it here. I first pursued interior design as a kitchen Read More
When it comes to software, no one enjoys a steep learning curve. Let’s face it—we all want to learn quickly and avoid the frustration of struggling to achieve what we want with a new tool. When it comes to interior design software, things are no different. Whether you’re a seasoned designer who never fully adapted Read More
When I tell people I’m an interior designer, I usually get the same handful of reactions: “Wow, that sounds like so much fun.”“That’s so cool!”“Your job is so creative.” And honestly, sometimes it makes me giggle. As a self-employed designer, I dream of the days when I get to wander beautiful showrooms, source gorgeous pieces, Read More
The interior design industry is one that is constantly evolving. As someone who has been in this industry for nearly a decade, I’ve experienced many of the shifts firsthand—from the rise of AI to changes in sourcing, and especially the way designers work following COVID-19. One of the biggest changes to come out of the Read More
Cutting out the middleman in the shopping process is typically a smart idea, as costs and markups tend to decrease the fewer hands a product passes through. Furniture and home decor are no different. For this reason, I shop wholesale regularly because it allows me to access better pricing than traditional retail. However, wholesale does Read More
When it comes to sourcing and procuring furniture, designers should shop wholesale. The reason is simple: designers get access to wholesale pricing, which means better margins, better pricing, and a wider selection of products. Shopping through wholesalers is essential for designers who want to increase their profitability. In this post, I’ll be sharing my favourite Read More
It’s 2026, and the landscape of the interior design world has completely changed. This is coming from a designer who works 95% remotely and with clients from different countries. The way interior designers can earn extra income has also evolved. As the affiliate marketing space and the interior design world have merged, designers can now Read More
Back when I was working under other interior designers around 2021, Ivy was thee interior design software everyone used. It was one of the first platforms I became familiar with, and for many designers, it felt like the industry standard for managing projects, proposals, purchasing, and client communication. Fast forward to today, and a lot Read More
As a designer and entrepreneur, I never dreamed about bookkeeping or admin work. However, my rude awakening was when I realized that being a business owner means dealing with tedious bookkeeping, paperwork, and administrative work. It just comes with the territory. My creative brain could never fully wrap itself around the process and language of Read More
It’s 2026, and I am here to say it: traditional site-measuring methods are outdated. And honestly? I don’t think most designers are upset about it. As I’ve shared on my blog before, LiDAR scanner apps are rapidly changing the way interior designers and other industry professionals work, and as a virtual interior designer and tech Read More
For many professionals, working remotely has become the ideal situation. During the pandemic, many experienced a glimmer of remote work, only to have back-to-office mandates take that flexibility away. You may be one of those professionals — or perhaps you’re an interior designer looking to re-engage with this modern way of working and figure out Read More
In 2026, the interior design world is undeniably tech-driven. From drafting tools and 3D modelling software to site measurement apps and AI-powered platforms, today’s designers are expected to be fluent in a wide range of digital tools. But it wasn’t always this way. There was a time when hand drafting, sketching, and printed spec books Read More