Ever thought about starting your own business as an interior designer? Join Liz Levin (nationally published, design entrepreneur of 20 years) as she interviews experts, colleagues and creatives to pull back the curtain on the design industry.
Whether you're passionate about design, eager to start your design business, or simply curious about what happens behind the scenes, we're here to open the doors for you.
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Unpacking Interior Design Certification & the Designer vs. Decorator Debate with Molly Kunselman (01:07:17)
In this episode, we sit down with Molly Kunselman, an experienced interior designer and former interior design program coordinator at Montgomery College, to explore some of the most pressing and often...
Unlocking the Secrets to Landing Dream Design Clients with Katlyn Slocum (00:46:38)
Today, we're joined by Katlyn Slocum, a web design expert with a passion for helping custom home builders and designers grow their businesses. Coming from a family in the trades, Katlyn launched her o...
Working with a Workroom: Meet Gretchen Everett, Trade Partner Extraordinaire (01:04:59)
Today's episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Gretchen Everett, of Everett Design, a seasoned custom to the trade workroom owner and a valued trade partner. Gretchen brings a wealth of experi...
The Four Pillars of Building Your Interior Design Project Pipeline (00:20:55)
Welcome to Episode 17 of Behind the Drapery, where we delve into the art of building a robust interior design project pipeline. In this episode, we're exploring four key strategies that will help you ...
Navigating the Designer/ Rep Relationship: A Conversation with Melissa Coady Live at Schumacher DC (00:47:05)
Live from the Schumacher showroom in Washington, DC, we sit down with Melissa Coady, a seasoned Schumacher Account Executive and Representative, to delve into the dynamic relationship between trade re...
Meet Heather Safferstone! A Success Story (00:58:46)
Today’s episode will be of particular interest to those of you looking to break into the design industry and land your first gig. My guest today is not only a wildly successful interior designer and e...
The Voice of Change: Kia Weatherspoon Part 2 (00:38:50)
The design voice of impact and change—Kia Weatherspoon has spent the last 15 years defying every design stereotype. The most damaging—that interior design is a luxury reserved for a few. Her voice, ad...
Meet Kia Weatherspoon- The design voice of impact and change Part 1 (00:42:10)
The design voice of impact and change—Kia Weatherspoon has spent the last 15 years defying every design stereotype. The most damaging—that interior design is a luxury reserved for a few. Her voice, ad...
Designers: How to Create Your Textile Collection with Marika Meyer Part 2 (00:35:32)
I am so excited to continue my conversation with my good friend and colleague, Marika Meyer. We go way back and chat about how she broke into the design business, her expansive experience that led her...
Marika Meyer and I Discuss: How to Break into the Design Business Part 1 (00:46:12)
I am delighted to share my conversation with my good friend and colleague, Marika Meyer. We go way back and chat about how she broke into the design business, her expansive experience that led her to ...
Healthy and Compassionate Interiors with Deborah DiMare (00:35:26)
Meet Deborah DiMareDeborah is a renowned interior design consultant, author, educator and pioneer of the ethical/wellness design movement. She has been executing beautiful living and sensory environme...
Lauren Liess: Part 2 (00:42:04)
Hello friend. Today you’re in for a treat as I welcome my dear friend and design superstar, Lauren Liess. When I met Lauren 13 years ago while neighbors at the DC Design House, I loved her immediately...
The One and Only Lauren Liess (00:39:33)
Hello friend. Today you’re in for a treat as I welcome my dear friend and design superstar, Lauren Liess. When I met Lauren 13 years ago while neighbors at the DC Design House, I loved her immediately...
She Likes A Little Rock N' Roll With Her Ladylike - Get Ready To Chat With Tricia Huntley of Huntley & Co. (01:00:03)
I love chatting with Tricia Huntley. From how she got started to highlights in her career and ultimately moving her DC-based interior design business halfway across the country to her home state of Mi...
3 Things That Transform Your Design Business (00:24:52)
Calling all aspiring designers! In this week's episode, we talk about three things that will transform your interior design business. 1) Move it Online and StreamlineDigitize your routine activities w...
She Makes A Hard Hat Look Good: Meet DC Designer All-Star Erica Burns (00:57:06)
This week we continue in our series that I affectionately call The DC Designers All-Star Tour. Where you get to meet the most in-demand talent and hear their untold stories from behind the scenes with...
Finding Your Niche: The Proof is in the Pudding (00:17:27)
A short and sweet solo episode with Liz Levin that highlights the importance of finding your niche and doubling down on your design aesthetic. The proof is in the pudding. The "proof is in the pudding...
Meet Julie Weber of J.D. Ireland Interior Design (01:07:35)
In today's episode, I catch up with my talented, inner circle designer friend, Julie Weber. We explore her career path from design school to working for a commercial interior architecture firm before ...
Hi and Hello! I'm Liz Levin and Here's How I Got Started (00:23:33)
The "Behind the Drapery" Podcast is here to pull back the curtain on the interior design industry and inspire you to start your own business. In this first episode, I share my why and my humble how. J...
Meet Sally Steponkus Roche! Mentor and Interior Decorator to the stars. (01:07:42)
Meet my good friend, decorator, and entrepreneur of 24 years Sally Steponkus Roche as we chat about how she started her business, how she grew her team and the challenges we all face in the design tra...
Meet Jason Claire: Renaissance Man (01:02:04)
Jason Claire is an old friend and the man behind my first design gig. In this episode, we dive into his career path in design via the retail angle. He shares his personal journey following his passio...
Welcome to "Behind the Drapery," the podcast where we pull back the curtain on the interior design industry and help YOU launch your own business. I'm Liz Levin, and I'm excited to have you join us on...
