Michelle Adams, founder of Rubie Green, a line of organic cotton textiles, discussed How To Make A Home Green in a recent Williams-Sonoma Home Designer Series interview. Michelle is also the editor-in-chief of Lonny Magazine and shared with Designer Marketplace some of her thoughts on featuring designers in our magazine and how technology has changed the design industry.
Interviews with the industry's trendsetters
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Interview with Philip Nimmo - Etiquette in the Design Business
Monday, January 16, 2012
Los Angeles designer Philip Nimmo practices good manners both on and off the job. We learn how his business etiquette has helped him succeed.
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Interview with Caitlin Wilson
Friday, December 16, 2011
Designer and blogger Caitlin Wilson favors tradition with a twist. She shares with Designer Marketplace how her world travels has inspired her design work.
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Interview with Kriste Michelini
Friday, November 18, 2011
Bay Area designer and design blogger Kriste Michelini shares how she applied lessons she learned working in other businesses to help her design practice thrive.
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Soucie Horner, Ltd. on Building Your Network
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Designers Shea Soucie and Martin Horner have been friends since their college days. In 2000 they teamed up to create Soucie Horner, Ltd., a Chicago-based design firm specializing in high end residential design. Here are some of their secrets for playing well with others.
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WSI Designer Marketplace
Interview with Frances Herrera
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Interior designer Francesca Herrera emphasizes “affordable luxury” whether she’s working on a contemporary or traditional design. Though most of her work involves more extensive design projects, she’s seen a growing interest in her one-day Spacelift makeovers.
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Interview with Jay Jeffers
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Jay Jeffers is the founder of Jeffers Design Group, a leading interior design firm based in San Francisco. We took some time to talk with Jay about what inspired him to become a designer and what advice he would give someone who is just starting out in the industry.
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Designer Challenge Judges’ Choice: Melissa Picheny
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Congratulations to Melissa Picheny, Judge’s Choice of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Designer Marketplace Before & After Designer Challenge! While there were so many strong entries, the choice was a unanimous one from our panel of judges. We took a few minutes to talk with Melissa to learn more about her background and winning design.
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Designer Challenge Fan Favorite: Camille Cothron
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Congratulations to Camille Cothron, Fan Favorite of the Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Designer Marketplace Before & After Designer Challenge! We took a few minutes to talk with Camille to learn more about her background and winning design.
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Interview with Palmer Weiss
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
San Francisco-based interior designer, Palmer Weiss, incorporates her Southern roots to create a design aesthetic that bridges traditional, modern and eccentric. We sat down with Palmer to discuss her influences, background in business, and what advice she would give to someone making the career switch to interior design.
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Interview with Rachel Winokur
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Rachel Winokur, founder and lead designer of eTTa designs – a full-service multidisciplinary boutique interior design firm based in Los Angeles. We spoke to Rachel about how environmentally friendly design has transcended its early limitations, some of her favorite decorating tricks and what’s next for eco interiors.
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Interview with Bunny Williams
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Interior Design Hall of Fame member Bunny Williams recently talked about how she personalize spaces as part of Williams-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. We caught up with Bunny to find out how she began her thriving practice, her line of furniture and her home and garden boutique.
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Interview with Julie Massucco & Melissa Warner
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Interior designers Julie Massucco, Melissa Warner, along with Carrie Miller, announced their design partnership in 2008. We caught up with Massucco and Warner to find out more about their partnership.
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Interview with Miles Redd
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Miles Redd recently shared his thoughts on How To Decorate with Art on Williams-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. Below, the New York-based designer answers some questions exclusively for Designer Marketplace.
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Interview with Kendall Wilkinson
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Kendall Wilkinson was recently featured as part of the Williams-Sonoma Home Designer Series. In the article, the San Francisco-based designer shared tips on how to make elegant, kid-friendly spaces. Below, Kendall shares some practical advice for designers on how to improve their business.
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Interview with Brad Ford
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
New York-based designer Brad Ford recently shared his ideas on how to put together a home office on Williaims-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. In addition to his signature clean lines, Brad is also known for engaging the design industry through social media. Below, we ask Brad for his insights on how technology is impacting the world of interior design.
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Interview with Schuyler Samperton
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Schuyler Samperton was recently featured on Williams-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. In the story, she discusses how she puts together a bedroom and some of her favorite items at WSH. In this article, Schuyler shares with Designer Marketplace her experience starting out as a designer.
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Interview with Joe Nye
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Los Angeles-based decorator Joe Nye shared his thoughts recently on How To Accessorize A Space as part of Williams-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. Designer Marketplace caught up with Joe to see how he got started in the industry and what advice he has for fellow designers.
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Interview with Michelle Adams, founder of Rubie Green and editor-in-chief of Lonny Magazine
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Michelled Adams, founder of Rubie Green, a line of organic cotton textiles, discussed How To Make A Home Green in a recent Williams-Sonoma Home Designer Series interview. Michelle is also the editor-in-chief of Lonny Magazine and shared with Designer Marketplace some of her thoughts on featuring designers in our magazine and how technology has changed the design industry.
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Interview with designers Jesse Carrier & Mara Miller
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Williams-Sonoma Home featured as part of its Designer Series Carrier and Company Interiors Ltd, the husband and wife partnership of Jesse Carrier and Mara Miller. In the original interview, Jesse and Mara shared their thoughts on designing small spaces. Designer Marketplace had the privilege to ask Jesse and Mara a couple of questions on how they've used their creativity to solve tough design challenges.
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Interview with Grant K. Gibson
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Designer Marketplace caught up with Grant K. Gibson, who was recently featured in Williams-Sonoma Home's Designer Series. In the interview, Grant talks about his style and thoughts on how to buy furniture. Below, he expands on how technology and the web has transformed the way he does business.
