Affordable Interior Design Presents Big Design, Small Budget

Betsy Helmuth welcomes listeners and introduces guest Caitlin Callahan, who discusses her role in hotel design, differences in fabric types and care, guidelines for hotel furniture design, and new trends in flame retardant fabrics. Caitlin also shares her background in textile conservation. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:26 Betsy Helmuth welcomes listeners 1:42 Introduction of guest Caitlin Callahan 3:41 Caitlin Callahan's role in hotel design 6:59 Differences in fabric types and care 10:34 Guidelines for hotel furniture design 17:28 Timeline for hotel design projects 21:05 New trends in flame retardant fabrics 27:03 Caitlin Callahan's background in textile conservation - Hotels require fabrics that meet stringent durability standards, such as 35,000 to 50,000 double rubs, to ensure longevity and performance under heavy usage. - Housekeeping staff play a crucial role in the final approval of hotel room designs, as their input on cleaning efficiency can significantly impact the design's feasibilit