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We gained immense inspiration from the speakers and panelists, including Hearst editors, brand founders, and other designers at Cosentino's C.Next Design Conference. The speakers emphasized the importance of courage in design, highlighted sustainability efforts from leading brands, offered tips on effective pitching, and stressed the value of industry events and engagement. SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by High Point Market – the only market that needs no introduction. You all know by now that we consider High Point Market to be the pinnacle even in our industry where industry standards are set and future trends are forecasted.  Spring Market 2024 is April 13th-17th and registration is now open. We’ve got some big announcements to share direct from the source:  A. The Goo Goo Dolls will be the headliner band for the Sunday night concert.  B. Bunny Williams will be one of the Keynote Speakers on Sunday at 3pm.  C. There will be two other big keynote speakers announced but a little birdie told us that a certain Magnolia Network Star will be returning to the High Point Stage. That is all we can say for now! So be sure to go to Highpointmarket.org to register and get your hotel rooms now! If you’ve never been to High Point before, feel free to reach out to us with questions or listen to the episodes 158, 166 and 172 just to name a few. 1. Funny quote - “I believe that if life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade. And try to find somebody whose life has given them Vodka, and have a party.”  — Ron White 2. Serious quote – “F-E-A-R has two meanings: ‘Forget Everything And Run’ or ‘Face Everything And Rise.’ The choice is yours.”  — Zig Ziglar KEY TAKEAWAYS Find out the sustainability efforts from top brands and what they are doing for the next generations The top tips from Hearst magazine editors on how to pitch to them Go to industry events and “talk” to people. It’s amazing the things you have in common. #HighPointMarket, #CNext, #Cosento, #PattyDominguez, #PacoCosento, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #InsideDesign, #WomenPodcasters, #KandracAndKole, #HearstMagazines, #JoannaSaltz, #StanleyCheng, #LauraKohler, #JeremiahBrent, #EdwardLeamon, #SteeleMarcoux, #LauraKirar, #WambuiIppolito, #KerrieKelly, #BarbFuller, #RyanGordonJackson, #ErikaKurtz, #MilesRedd, #CarishaSwanson, #CamilleOkhio, #GraceHaynes, #JohnCialone, #JamieDrake, #KipsBay, #MarkWilliams, #DesignLeadershipFoundation BIO Voted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the U.S. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. As one client put it, "From the moment they stepped through our doors, their meticulous approach was evident... We shared our vision and Kelly and Joann's design concepts were nothing short of breathtaking. They left us in awe with their ability to craft designs that were not only beautiful but also perfectly aligned with our tastes.” In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole. This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly, in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. “‘Slow and steady wins the race’” has worked for us. Nothi

Did you know we love to read?  In this Inside Scoop bonus podcast episode, we share some of our favorite books that you MUST read!  #The Inside Scoop, #MustReadBooks, #BookRecommendations, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #InsideDesign, #WomenPodcasters, #KandracAndKole, #DollyParton, #JamesPatterson, #AbrahamVerghese Voted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the U.S. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. As one client put it, "From the moment they stepped through our doors, their meticulous approach was evident... We shared our vision and Kelly and Joann's design concepts were nothing short of breathtaking. They left us in awe with their ability to craft designs that were not only beautiful but also perfectly aligned with our tastes.” In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole. This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly, in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. “‘Slow and steady wins the race’” has worked for us. Nothing happens overnight. Staying consistent with our goals and making clients a priority through our processes, hard work and excellent communication has led to our success.” – Joann and Kelly SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/ https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/ https://twitter.com/KandracKole https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/

If you are overwhelmed with all the demands of social media as it pertains to your business, you are not alone! Besides running a full-service design business and hosting a full podcast schedule, Joann and I also do our own social media. Yes, we have pondered the notion of contracting this out, but we are too committed to our authenticity to embrace the idea of handing it over to a third party… so here we sit.  TikTok is a platform that we have yet to fully jump on board with and that will probably actually change after today’s episode. Our guest Lauren Moore is a content strategist who helps brands find their voice and grow their online presence for business results. Today Lauren is going to talk to us about why TikTok can help you grow your Instagram following and how her side-hustle book club went viral. Her work has notably increased the organic reach of clients, including major brands like MTV, Campbell's, and Subaru, contributing to more than 12 million combined follower growth. In collaboration with Phil Pallen Collective, she has strategically guided and grown more than 350 brands globally. Lauren is the founder of @BookHuddle, a vibrant community of 130k book enthusiasts that hosts reading retreats across North America. She believes anyone can achieve their dreams with hard work and an open mind. Today Lauren is going to talk to us about why TikTok can help you grow your Instagram following and how her side-hustle book club went viral. SPONSOR: This episode is sponsored by High Point Market Authority – the only market that needs no introduction. You all know by now that we consider High Point Market to be the pinnacle even in our industry where industry standards are set and future trends are forecasted.  Spring Market 2024 is April 13th-17th and registration is now open. We’ve got some big announcements to share direct from the source: A. The Goo Goo Dolls will be the headliner band for the Sunday night concert.  B. Bunny Williams will be one of the Keynote Speakers on Sunday at 3pm.  C. There will be two other big keynote speakers announced but a little birdie told us that a certain Magnolia Network Star will be returning to the High Point Stage. That is all we can say for now! So be sure to go to Highpointmarket.org to register and get your hotel rooms now! If you’ve never been to High Point before, feel free to reach out to us with questions or listen to the episodes 158, 166 and 172 just to name a few. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1.  The most important thing you can do to be successful on TikTok is to build a community of people that feel included and seen.   2.  Not all video needs your voice. Words laid over a video can be just as powerful.  3.  It’s amazing the energy you can muster after a long day to promote a true passion on social media.  BIO:  Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designers 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. They were participants in the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Most recently, they were awarded Best of Houzz 2023 for Design & Service and Fixr.com’s 124 Top Interior Design Experts 2024. 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. kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast facebook.com/kandracandkole twitter.com/KandracKole instagram.com/kandracko

Welcome to “The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly,” an 8-10 minute bonus podcast where we share the inside scoop on some of our favorite things in the creative world. These bonus episodes will hit the airwaves every other Friday!  Do you ever wear something and feel like every time you do, someone asks you about it? That is how it is whenever we wear our favorite shoes! These are our go-to footwear when we will be on our feet all day!  RESOURCES AND LINKS:  kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast  facebook.com/kandracandkole twitter.com/KandracKole instagram.com/kandrackole  BIO: Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designers 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. They were participants in 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.  #TheInsideScoop, #JoannAndKelly, #FashionableFootwear, #ComfortableFootwear, #OurFavoriteShoes, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #InteriorDesignTips, #InteriorDesignInsights, #InteriorDesign, #KandracAndKole, #DesignLifestyle, #OTBTShoes

SHOW NOTES Trends come and go, and they influence us whether we realize it or not. In this episode, we talk about what’s IN and what’s OUT for 2024, how to balance new trends with updated classics, and how to know when it’s time for a refresh. 1.    SPONSOR 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 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! Key Take Aways: 1.    Learn what classic items stand the test of time and what to spend your money on. 2.    Why wellness and restoration is so important and how to create it in your home. 3.    How many years you can get by before it’s time to update your furnishings. BIO:  Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designers 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. They were participants in the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Most recently, they were awarded Best of Houzz 2023 for Design & Service and Fixr.com’s 124 Top Interior Design Experts 2024. 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. kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast facebook.com/kandracandkole twitter.com/KandracKole instagram.com/kandrackole #Norwalk Furniture, #DesignTrends, #TrendsFor2024, #WhatsIn2024, #WhatsOut2024, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #HomeDecorLove, #InteriorDesignTips, #InteriorDesign Insights, #InteriorDesignProjects, #InsideDesign, #WomenPodcasters, #KandracAndKole

Manifesting our visions for the upcoming year is something that we are very committed to doing every January and have done it for the 18 years we’ve been in business. In this episode, we are going to talk about our personal and business intentions that we have very consciously put into the universe for 2024. You might find some of our goals surprising but hopefully inspirational. Sponsor: This podcast is sponsored by Currey & Company, producer of beautiful residential and contract lighting, in-stock case goods and upholstery, and a broad range of statement- making accessories. Atlanta-based and second-generation family owned, Currey is committed to being a designer’s best friend. They achieve this through constant investment in authentic designs, superior customer service, fast shipping and staying in stock. Visit their trade-only showrooms in High Point, Atlanta, Dallas, and Las Vegas to experience the broad range of designs, each meticulously handcrafted by artisans around the world. Or visit curreyandcompany.com to shop the entire line, request a catalog and tour the virtual showroom. A few extras of note: Beginning January 11th, Currey is offering free freight for orders over $3,000. Also, keep your eye on the Sale tab on their website. They have a lot of newly discontinued products that have been further discounted by 25%. Key Takeaways: 1. “Every intention sets energy into motion, whether you are conscious or it not.” Gary Zukav   2. We have been manifesting our personal and business visions for 18 years. Find out what our 2024 goals are - some might really surprise you.   3.  We have a BIG announcement at the end of the show. You will love it! BIO:  Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designers 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. They were participants in the One Room Challenge Spring 2020. Most recently, they were awarded Best of Houzz 2023 for Design & Service and Fixr.com’s 124 Top Interior Design Experts 2024. 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. Hashtags: #VisionBoard, #BusinessIntentions, #PersonalIntentions, #VisionsFor2024, #FinancialIQ, #Daydream, #ManifestPositivity, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #HomeDecorLove, #InteriorDesignTips, #InteriorDesign Insights, #InteriorDesignProjects, #InsideDesign, #KandracAndKole   Resources and Links kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast facebook.com/kandracandkole twitter.com/KandracKole instagram.com/kandrackole

In this episode, we share inspiration and insights from our experience attending the Aspire Summit in Atlanta, a two-day event for entrepreneurs aimed at inspiring growth financially, professionally, and personally. We are always looking for ways to grow, and thought an event NOT focused on interior design, but rather on small business success, would be a breath of fresh air.   Key Takeaways: 1.    Take time AWAY from your business to work on your business. 2.    Nobody cares more about your money than you. It’s important to increase your financial IQ. 3.    Visualize the next scene in your movie or chapter in your life. Allow yourself to daydream then vocalize that to the universe and ask the universe to send you signs and signals.   Resources and Links kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast facebook.com/kandracandkole twitter.com/KandracKole instagram.com/kandrackole   BIO: Kandrac & Kole was voted one of Atlanta’s Top 20 Residential Interior Designers 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. They were participants in 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.   THE ASPIRE SUMMIT 
 Founded by Andrew Cordle, Eddie Wilson and Dan Fleyshman, investors with impressive financial expertise and influence in the business world, the purpose of the Aspire Summit is to help other entrepreneurs and share their journeys.    QUOTES Humorous quote –  “I’m not saying I’m old, I’m just saying that my dinner time and bedtime are getting dangerously close to each other” – my therapist says   Serious quote –  “Your brain is shaped by: The foods you eat, the books you read, the chances you take, the experiences you have, the thoughts in your head, the environment you are in, and the people you spend time with.”   HASHTAGS #Aspire, #AspireSummit, #KandracKole, #InteriorDesignPodcast, #Entrepreneurs, #InspiringGrowth, #HomeDecorLove, #InteriorDesignTips, #InteriorDesignInsights, #InteriorDesignProjects, #InsideDesign, #WomenPodcasters, #AndrewCordle, #EddieWilson, #DanFleyshman, #SmallBusinessInspiration

We have HUGE gratitude to all of you for listening, watching, reviewing, and supporting our podcast this year. On our next podcast, we will have a very exciting announcement about great things to come on Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole in 2024.  In the meantime, thank you Atlanta Market for sponsoring this episode. We wish you all a joyous and safe holiday with a reminder to count your blessings and pay it forward. The holidays are a hard time for many and to those people, we send big hugs and lots of love. See you in the New Year!    KEY TAKEAWAYS:  2023 was filled with events, trips, unique installs, remodels, and a lot of learning. We cannot wait to see what 2024 will bring!  Design events are some of our favorite ways to learn about up-and-coming design elements and network with fellow designers or business owners. Gatherings such as AmericasMart Atlanta and the High Point Insider’s Tour not only offer invaluable networking prospects but also serve as a source of inspiration for fortifying our business. Being featured in Atlanta Magazine Home and earning design award nominations emphasizes the pivotal role of industry recognition. Being recognized in this way means so much to us.  Try to balance work and travel, even brief breaks rejuvenate, sparking fresh insights and creativity. For example, drawing inspiration from diverse cultures and design hubs like Marrakesh can be transformative. We thank our audience's unwavering support, recognizing this support is a reminder of the resilience and shared positivity that can fuel continued success.   RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube   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:  Today’s episode is sponsored by Atlanta Market. This podcast is brought to you by Atlanta Market, the only wholesale product discovery experience that gives designers more. Held in January and July at AmericasMart, Atlanta Market is a to-the-trade-only Marketplace to discover new resources and connect with thousands of makers, manufacturers, and sales reps ready to help build your business. Our team is gearing up to visit all the fun events and networking opportunities they offer! We love going to Atlanta Market in January to kick off the year with like minded business owners and creatives and it’s the perfect place to get inspired by fabrics, colors, and design forward products that we can use with our clients. They’ve also got floors and floors of temporaries, including our favorite, High Design, and five floors of Casual and Outdoor Furnishings so we can start thinking ahead for Spring and Summer. To learn more and pre register for the Winter Market happening January 16-21, 2024, visit AtlantaMarket.com.    We hope to see you there in January!   QUOTES:  Funny Quote “Word for the day: Hurkle Durkle - a 200-year-old Scottish term meaning to lounge in bed long after it’s time to get up. Happiness is hurkle-durkling.” - Terry Hershey Serious Quote “Piglet noticed that even though he had a v

Interior design is fascinating and exciting but can also bring a great deal of challenges that can lead to design paralysis or feeling stuck. We believe that having an open dialogue about our process can help our listeners make the best design decisions for themselves and their homes.  With nearly 6 years of the podcast under our belts, we love it when our listeners ask us questions about this industry, how we as designers manage a busy schedule, what our favorite design elements are, designing on a budget, or how to use art to tie a design together.  During this episode, we respond to questions from our listeners regarding topics from our clothing choices, to interviewing interior designers, plumbing, and more! We are happy to share our knowledge and experience with you today to help you avoid design paralysis.    KEY TAKEAWAYS: With clear communication and expectations, a renovation or remodel can help alleviate the angst and stress of the process. Layering a sisal or jute rug underneath a Turkish or flatweave rug is a great way to add texture and interest. The best way to take the fear out of selecting a paint cover is to order large samples (they can be ordered through Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore) and put them in several areas of the space. It’s best to view them at different times of day and night.    RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube   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:  Today’s episode is sponsored by Atlanta Market. This podcast is brought to you by Atlanta Market, the only wholesale product discovery experience that gives designers more. Held in January and July at AmericasMart, Atlanta Market is a to-the-trade-only Marketplace to discover new resources and connect with thousands of makers, manufacturers, and sales reps ready to help build your business. Our team is gearing up to visit all the fun events and networking opportunities they offer! We love going to Atlanta Market in January to kick off the year with like minded business owners and creatives and it’s the perfect place to get inspired by fabrics, colors, and design forward products that we can use with our clients. They’ve also got floors and floors of temporaries, including our favorite, High Design, and five floors of Casual and Outdoor Furnishings so we can start thinking ahead for Spring and Summer. To learn more and pre register for the Winter Market happening January 16-21, 2024, visit AtlantaMarket.com.  We hope to see you there in January!   QUOTES:  Funny Quote “When I was a kid, we didn't have any fancy body wash. We all had to use the same bar of soap our dad washed his #%@ with. And if we swore, we got our mouths washed out with that same bar of soap.” - Unknown Serious Quote “Your purpose is not the thing you do. It is the thing that happens to others when you do what you do.” - Dr. Caroline Leaf, Neuroscientist 

We always head to High Point Market with the goal of making new relationships, seeing new products, meeting new vendors, and of course uncovering the emerging trends so that we can offer the best value to our clients! This year we decided to go a few days before the market officially opened so we could see even more throughout the market including the shops and showrooms that offer vintage and imported items from Europe.  We led a successful Insiders Tour for designers new to High Point, opened new accounts, saw old friends, and noted the top trends which we will share today!    KEY TAKEAWAYS: Watch for the color combinations of spice, terracotta, ochre, blush and slate blue to become prevalent in fabrics, art and finishes. A gallery of interesting art collections are a go to way to fill a large wall. Small textile prints are coming back but it’s not Grandma style!    RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube   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:  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 i

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!   RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube   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. 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

We recently spent four days styling and shooting a large project on Kiawah Island, South Carolina. It was totally exhausting and exhilarating at the same time – taking a project that took 2 years to complete and styling it up a notch to be photography ready was quite a feat. As interior designers, we professionally photograph our work not only for our portfolio on our website but first and foremost, we photograph our work with the intent of submitting our project to specific magazine editors for regional or national publication.   In the end, preparing, arranging, and investing in a photo shoot is a true labor of love for our work and our business.  When we finished this marathon photo shoot in Kiawah, we decided we need to share all that we’ve learned over the years about what goes into a photo shoot.   KEY TAKEAWAYS:  Find the best photographer you can afford to shoot your work. It is an investment in your business. Do your research first to make sure you are the right fit for each other. For the best result, stylize your interiors and exteriors to be magazine ready. This takes a lot of planning and preparation. Make the best of your photo shoot – be sure to get a fresh headshot, video and vignettes to share on all different platforms.    RESOURCE LINKS: Kandrac & Kole Website Kandrac & Kole on Instagram Kandrac & Kole on YouTube   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:  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.   QUOTES:  Funny Quote “You haven’t known fear until you’ve tried on a too-small dress and thought you were stuck in it forever.” – Stash_bham Serious Quote  “The older you get, the more you choose calm over conflict and distance over disrespect. Drama becomes intolerable to you and your peace. Becomes your ultimate priority. You start surrounding yourself with people who are good for your mental health, heart, and soul.” - @womanfirstclass