Sinopsis
Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole is hosted by two nationally published Atlanta Interior Designers, Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole. These energetic women are also world travelers, charity givers and bloggers with a wealth of information to share and stories to tell about the interior design world. Join them every week for a lively conversation about the latest trends, travels to industry events, current design projects (the good, the bad and the ugly), dos and donts, product recommendations and more. Just a warning - this is going to be fun and not too serious! After all, they do still have an interior design business running at full speed.
Episodios
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Answering Your Design Questions
24/09/2021 Duración: 30minIn today’s episode of Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole, we are answering your design questions! Listeners have sent in their design dilemmas and we are going to help them with how to handle their tricky spaces, paint questions, and much more. Tune in to learn more on this episode of Inside Design! IN THIS EPISODE: [02:07] Suggestions on window treatments to cut down glare and temperature in a living space [04:33] How to update a space without purchasing new furniture, rugs, or decor [06:00] The best ways to cut costs when you’re renovating a kitchen [11:03] Style ideas for large living places [14:45] Art or Mirrors...what’s the best choice for a lot of wall space? [20:16] New neutral paint color choices [25:20] Most popular smart home features KEY TAKEAWAYS: There are countless options for updating spaces- that don’t always require a big expense - consider improvements like lighting updates, new paint, or different throw pillows and rugs. You don’t always have to keep up with design trends fully- y
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Guest Rochelle Porter, Founder and Creative Director of Rochelle Porter Design
10/09/2021 Duración: 28minIn today’s episode, we’re talking to Rochelle Porter, the Founder and Creative Director of Rochelle Porter Design. Rochelle is an amazing inspiration for everyone thinking about quitting their corporate jobs and following their true passions. Sometimes, you need to keep doing what you like, and things will come to you. Rochelle also shared her experience with building a responsible and sustainable business in fashion and just how important it is to support black-owned businesses. This episode is sponsored by Wexel Art. Find our full show notes here.
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Everything You Need To Know About High Point Market With Guest Linda Holt
27/08/2021 Duración: 29minNavigating the High Point Market for the first time can be very overwhelming. In today’s episode, we chat with returning guest Linda Holt about The Insiders Tour organized by Esteem Media in partnership with the High Point Market Authority. Linda, Kelly and Joann will all be tour guides for the upcoming Fall 2021 Market. We’ll discuss how we make the most of our time at High Point, which events we’re looking forward to, and the importance of networking. Linda is the founder of Linda Holt Creative and a great friend. We’ve got a lot to learn from her! This episode is sponsored by High Point Market. Find our full show notes here. Previous episode with Linda Holt here. High Point Market.
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Learning How to Own Your Decisions with Caroline Hipple, President of Norwalk Furniture
13/08/2021 Duración: 40minIt all starts with an invisible idea. In today’s episode, we’re discussing the importance of showing up, having dreams and letting the universe do the rest. Our guest is Caroline Hipple, President of Norwalk Furniture. Caroline shares an amazing history that started with opening one furniture store and led to managing hundreds of employees today. You will also hear how she expertly gives her teams hope during times of crisis and why giving back to the community is important. This episode is sponsored by Emily Morrow Home. Links A Pathway to Profit: https://www.amazon.com/Pathway-Profit-Anita-Pugh/dp/1460210816 Norwalk Furniture: https://norwalkfurniture.com/ Show notes: https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast
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High Point Market Style Spotter Anniversary
30/07/2021 Duración: 30minShay Geyer, designer and owner of IBB Design joins us in this week’s episode. IBB Design is a full-service fine furnishings boutique & design firm with a 90,000 sq. ft. showroom. Shay works on extensive residential and commercial projects around the country and is a Style Spotter Advisor at High Point Market. Style Spotters are home fashion leaders who showcase the top new styles of each High Point Market. They scour the Market to find their favorite products and top trends, these finds contribute to the two Style Reports that the HPMA produces. We discuss how the Style Spotters program has changed since 2013, what the role of a Style Spotter is today, and how to apply. Tune in for Spring Market trends and products Shay is most excited about! Links IBB Design: https://ibbdesign.com High Point Market: www.highpointmarket.org Show notes: https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast Sponsored by The High Point Market Authority The High Point Market Authority is the official organizer of the High Point Market i
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Jill Seale - Designer, Artist, and Author
12/07/2021 Duración: 30minJill Seale, an artist, designer, and author, joins us in this week’s episode. We met Jill at a design event a couple of years ago, where she was one of the guest speakers. She shared the journey of her “marbling” work and set up a mini marbling workshop for attendee participation. Jill is a talented and driven designer, winning numerous awards and accolades in the gift and home industry. A-list clientele, including the White House and Paul McCartney, have sought out her designs. Her most recent work emphasizes marbling which has led her to incorporate textiles and a broader range of design to her work, such as botanicals, watercolors, and graphics. Stay tuned for this fascinating conversation with Jill! Links Jill’s Website: https://jillseale.com/ Giveaway – Jill is graciously giving away a hand-marbled 55” square poly-silk hand scarf/beach wrap! For a chance to win this, follow @jillseale and @kandrackole on Instagram and comment on the photo on the Instagram page that shows Jill holding the scarf she is
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High Point Market Trends for Spring 2021
02/07/2021 Duración: 28minIn this episode, we talk about our recent trip to the High Point Furniture Market we attended June 5-8. This event is the largest home furnishings industry trade show in the world, with over 10 million square feet and 2000 exhibitors. Combined, the two of us attended almost 50 markets! We break down the most popular trends, designs, and furniture featured at High Point Furniture Market and touch on our experience with fellow designers and share our predictions for how the October market will look. If you’re interested in how trends have progressed over the years, tune in to episodes 15, 51, 58, 64, and 68, where we fill you in on trends over the last four years. Our feet still hurt, but we are ready to share with you all that we experienced on THIS trip! In this episode: The most popular item at the High Point Furniture Market and how the pandemic affected the market and trends. Small ottomans took second place for being featured in almost all the showrooms. Oversized cocktail tables that perfectly comple
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Favorite Catalog Products Part 2
18/06/2021 Duración: 26minThis week's episode continues our previous conversation about our favorite design furnishings, accessories and options from different retail and online stores. This is an important aspect of our business as we offer a Design for a Day Service where we sit down and pick out design options for clients, that includes a complete retail and online shopping list with items and links for them to purchase. For part 1, listen to Episode 105: Our Favorite Catalog and Online Items. Tune in to this episode to hear more. In this episode: Kandrac & Kole’s Design for a Day Service World Market and some of their favorite items Flor - A square carpet you can design to fit a unique space Shades of Light for flush mounts, chandeliers, wall lights, & mirrors Serena & Lily, another favorite that’s fresh, clean, and on-trend for kitchen & dining options Uncommon Goods - the original Etsy - an online marketplace for crafters Favorite items at Hudson Grace https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podcast
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Guest Yash Ranga, Jaipur Rugs
04/06/2021 Duración: 28minIn this week’s episode, we are joined by Yash Ranga, a Conscious Luxury Evangelist and Stakeholder Engagement Partner for Jaipur Rugs. We were honored to hear Yash speak recently at the Design Influencers Conferences and were blown away by everything we learned about rugs and especially the compassionate and uplifting initiatives Jaipur Rugs is taking on within the rug industry. At Jaipur Rugs, Yash provides a strategic vision of both skill and social development, engaging multiple and diverse stakeholders, curating an effective partnerships platform maximizing impact at scale. Jaipur Rugs is known worldwide for its inclusive value chain linking grassroots artisans with global markets. In this episode: What you can expect to see from Jaipur Rugs at the High Point Spring Market on June 5th. We learn about the multiple initiatives Jaipur Rugs is taking to employ and uplift artisans of the rug weaving community. Listen to how Jaipur is ensuring the survival of the ancient art of rug weaving. Experience the t
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Guest Lauren Clement
21/05/2021 Duración: 27minThe Spring High Point Market is almost upon us, and we are organizing our famous must-see list of manufacturers, speakers, and functions to attend in June. We thought it would be a perfect time to share with you our guest today, Lauren Clement, an award-winning, Charlotte-based Interior Designer who has a lot going on with the Market this year. Tune in as Lauren reveals the details behind the LN Shop; plus, she tells us the ins and outs of her business and talks about her collaborations with Benjamin Moore Paints, Charleston Forge and more. In this episode: Learn about Lauren’s new website and how she expanded her brand to include design AND on-line shopping with curated rooms to choose from. How COVID positively influenced the growth of her company. What life long loves inspired Lauren’s new collection for Charleston Forge debuting at the Spring High Point Market. Lauren’s experience developing 24 paint colors for Benjamin Moore and what her favorite color is. https://www.kandrac-kole.com/our-podca
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Our Favorite Catalog and Online Items
07/05/2021 Duración: 31minWe've been in business for 16 years and are fortunate to have acquired many wholesale furniture accounts, as well as having an arsenal of talented artisans that we purchase for both our residential and commercial projects. There are times though that we turn to online sources and catalogs for certain items. Our wholesale sources may be out of stock, a client has specifically requested something or the products are very unique and not available through our sources. In This Episode: [04:18] Pottery Barn [12:05] Ballard Designs [18:44] Etsy [24:09] Crate and Barrel Key Takeaways: Etsy packages often come with hand written thank you notes and the products are packaged well. To avoid shipping damages, communicate with the seller for the best solutions. Over 50 inch width benches are perfect for the front of a king or queen-sized bed. Pottery barn has an entire home office collection Sponsored by Wexel Art: Wexel Art is a female-owned company by Morgan Doherty and Natasha McCray. They built the company on
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How to Choose Finishes for Your Home
23/04/2021 Duración: 31minAs we discussed in our last episode about renovating vs. buying, Joann and I have spent the better part of the previous ten years making selections for renovations and new builds. Finishing touches are a daunting task when you aren’t in the business, so we thought we’d share some of our wisdom by chatting with Stacy Wray, our rep extraordinaire at ProSource Wholesale Marietta, Ga. Stacy talks about being brave when it comes to your flooring, adding tiles to the walls, and the challenges that manufacturers face during the pandemic. In This Episode: [02:00] Introducing Stacy Wray with Kandrac & Kole [04:20] How she landed on a job in the renovation.niche [10:00] The three talk about safe and convenient flooring [18:00] For the love of colorful cabinets up for sale [28:00] What you should know from a designer showroom. Key Takeaways: We can keep tiles all one color, but we can add shapes and textures. And then we've created a lot of dimensions on the floor. If you want to do all flooring, go in the laund
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Should You Renovate or Move?
09/04/2021 Duración: 29minStay at home orders have left Kandrac and Kole swamped with an incredible amount of work this year designing remodels and new construction. We all know that many homeowners now place a high value on making their homes more beautiful and functional. However, for some homeowners, selling can be a much better option – tune into this episode to figure out which one is right for you. In This Episode: [02:05] How much does it cost to sell a house? [05:50] What to ask yourself before deciding to renovate your home. [10:30] Why the world is your oyster when it comes to remodeling your home. [14:25] The costs involved with remodeling your home. [19:35] Other things to consider when deciding between moving or remodeling. Key Takeaways: Selling your house? There’s a good chance you’ll have to do some painting, cleaning, landscaping, and staging. For a kitchen budget, you need to budget for anywhere from 10-25% of your home's value. Take your time and hire professionals to help get your renovation done corr
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Guest Katerina Rothman, Linen Expert
26/03/2021 Duración: 32minWe are happy to introduce Katerina Rothman to our show today. She is the founder of Beflax Linen which offers 100% pure linen bedding and home décor products for bedrooms, kitchens, and bathrooms. Katerina talks about the importance and benefits of linen, how to choose a suitable fabric for your home, and styling tips using linen. In This Episode: [02:10] Katerina speaks about the inspiration behind her company, Beflax. [09:00] Why linen is a woman's best friend. [14:31] Linen is so breathable; great for women going through menopause and night sweats. [18:20] About the other products you can enjoy from Beflax. [25:55] Linen is exceptionally durable; linen bedding is going to last at least a decade. Key Takeaways: Linen is a luxury fabric; if you are buying high-quality linen, it will never be cheap. Linen is a truly versatile fabric; it can come in many different weights and is excellent in a variety of settings. The best quality linen is actually coming from Europe, specifically Belgium. Linen
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2021 Kitchen and Bath Trends from KBIS Virtual
12/03/2021 Duración: 31minThe Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s largest trade show dedicated to all aspects of kitchen and bath design. It’s how we see the latest products and innovations, as well as hearing from industry leaders. Since we could not attend, we reached out to our design colleagues to fill us in on trends and new introductions. Due to the technical problems this year's virtual event had, many of the items they are sharing were from Signature Kitchen Suites and Kohler, with a few others mixed in. In This Episode: [01:00] About The Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS) [08:56] Susie Feia talks about Kohler faucets. [10:45] Why touchless faucets should be the next big thing [11:10] Elizabeth Shruggs talking about LG home products [14:52] Arianne Bellizaire and her lucky find of an under-counter refrigerator [17:24] Chelsea Butler talks about benefits of Rev-A-Shelf products [20:53] Debbe sharing about a Kohler voice-controlled kitchen faucet [22:50] Jessica Duce and dishwasher recommendations Key
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Guest Marlo Thomas
26/02/2021 Duración: 39minWe are celebrating our 100th Episode with a very special guest that we are honored to have on the show - award-winning actress, author, activist, and consummate hostess, Marlo Thomas. Marlo serves as the National Outreach Director for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and is launching a collaboration with Williams Sonoma - Pottery Barn for an exquisite new tabletop and barware line.
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Design Questions Answered
12/02/2021 Duración: 34minAfter reviewing our podcast analytics to see which episodes are the biggest hits with our listeners, one of our top requests is to open our hearts and minds to all design-related questions and dilemmas you all have. In this episode, we are answering questions on floor plans, brands, lighting, making mistakes, and more. Tune in as we answer our listener’s questions.
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Guest Robert Rufino Of House Beautiful Magazine
29/01/2021 Duración: 50minThe infamous Robert Rufino, Style Director of House Beautiful Magazine, joins us for an exceptional episode of Inside Design. Robert opens the show explaining how Covid inspired him to reach out to designers and do something extraordinary for them. So, Robert started doing thirty-minute portfolio sessions; he gives designers the gift of time. Then, Robert speaks about why professional photography is so important. After shooting, the film needs to have a certain mystique. Plus, Robert explains why hiring a stylist is absolutely necessary and the importance of collaboration on any shoot. In This Episode: [00:40] About Robert Rufino and his thirty-minute portfolio sessions. [09:00] When Robert is looking at a project, he is looking for a message. [15:50] Professional photography is so important; the film has to have mystery, surprise, and it needs to look unique. [25:00] Robert reveals one of the most unique and memorable shoots that he did. [28:20] What Robert wanted to be when he grew up. [36:40] Collabo
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10 Tips On How To Set Business Goals and Achieve Them
13/01/2021 Duración: 27minToday we give you ten tips on how to set business goals and achieve them. We are so glad that 2020 is over, and we have big aspirations for 2021. Hopefully, the vaccine will turn things around, and we can get back to normal. Because our 2020 goals were sidetracked, our 2021 goals are more critical than ever. One way to ensure you have a great chance of accomplishing your goals is by making them SMART (specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, time-bound). Also, be sure to reevaluate what's working and what's not working throughout the year. Of course, don't be afraid to change something! Please tune in for the rest of our goal-setting tips. In This Episode: [04:45] How to set SMART goals [13:50] Why you need to stay aware of your goal progress [15:30] Always give yourself grace when it comes to achieving goals [20:35] Start small and don’t forget to write your goals down Key Takeaways: It’s okay to dream big; just make sure you know how you’re going to get there. To successfully set a goal, ensure t
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2020 In Review
30/12/2020 Duración: 30minLet's put 2020 in our rearview mirror, shall we? Before we do, we thought we'd take some time to review the blessings, the fantastic projects, the podcasts, and the people we met along the way! The most exciting thing that happened in 2020 was our rebranding - a labor of love to revamp our entire website and service offerings. Come March, we started to realize that all of our exciting international travel and industry events would be canceled. Luckily, we got loads of new work in January and March that kept us happy and busy working from home. We were also fortunate to complete the one room challenge on our podcast studio in May. Tune in as we review more 2020 highlights and speak about the importance of giving back during the 2020 holidays. Thank You To Our Sponsor: Before we dive into our look back at 2020, we want to let you know that this episode of Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole is sponsored by Currey & Co. Currey is mainly known for their extensive lighting collection and supreme craftsmans