Welcome to Episode 35 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Jane Fyfe from Design Home on Churchill. Design Home on Churchill is a beautiful co working space that Jane has created in Perth that just sounds like the most wonderful place to be involved in. In this episode I talk with Jane about how she has gone about creating this unique, interior design specific co working space. Jane has so much wisdom to share with our design community and the designers involved in Desig...
Mar 18, 2024•42 min•Ep. 35
Welcome to Episode 34 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Sheshi Rogers from Seed Creative. In this episode I talk with Sheshi about what is a brand, what to think about when you are engaging a brand strategist to help you develop your brand. We also talk about some of the things that might be happening in your business that are good indicators that you need to revisit your branding. I loved chatting with Sheshi about all these things - brand identity is such an importa...
Mar 11, 2024•52 min•Ep. 34
Welcome to episode 33 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Tess Lawry from Feather and Lawry. Tess is an interior designer based in the regional Queensland town of Toowoomba. In this episode I talk with Tess about what it is like to start and grow a business in a regional center and what it’s like to run a site that is 4 hours away by plane. I found this chat so insightful with Tess. I hope you enjoy it. Beth xx Want to learn more about More Time To Design - click here B...
Mar 04, 2024•46 min•Ep. 33
Welcome to Episode 32 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Penny Wilson from TwoPence. This is our second episode with Penny who is a digital marketing expert. Make sure to check out our first chat with Penny back at Episode 05. In this episode I talk with Penny about how important it is to have a strategy around your digital marketing and some ways to make sure you are getting the most out of your effort. This is a really great chat with Penny and she has so many tips t...
Feb 27, 2024•39 min•Ep. 32
Welcome to Episode 31 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Jane Ledger from Jane Ledger Interiors. Jane is a perth based interior designer and also has the successful podcast, Inside Design with Jane Ledger. Jane started the podcast to help potential clients understand better what we do as interior designers and most importantly the value we bring to their projects. With over 10 years of industry experience jane is a wealth of knowledge and I loved my chat with Jane. Hop...
Feb 19, 2024•53 min•Ep. 31
Welcome to episode 30 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Gavin Hepper from Concept by Gavin Hepper about his journey from trade to designer and his philosophy around not taking the qualities of materials at face value. The impetus for this dialogue was Gavin’s thoughts on the engineered stone ban but I learnt so much from talking with Gavin about how he runs his studio and how he helps his clients make the best decisions for their homes. Please make sure to reach out t...
Feb 12, 2024•46 min•Ep. 30
Welcome to episode 29 of The Design Dialogues Podcast. This week I am chatting with Vito Marzullo from Anterior XL about all things natural stone and porcelain. What Vito doesn’t know about stone and porcelain is not worth knowing. This dialogue gets quite technical in parts but it was so interesting to hear from Vito about what as designers we should be thinking about when we are designing and specifying natural stone and porcelain slabs. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Want to work together...
Feb 05, 2024•52 min•Ep. 29
In this week's episode of The Design Dialogues Podcast it is a Solo with Beth episode. I look at what some of the challenges are that you can come across when you are trying out and putting into place new systems and processes in your business. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHE...
Jan 29, 2024•12 min•Ep. 28
Welcome to Episode Twenty Seven of the Design Dialogues Podcast - this week I am talking with Kylie Wilks from Felt and Stone. Kylie is based in Inverell which is about 6 hours north west of Sydney. It was so great talking to Kylie about what it is like to be an interior designer in the country. With a creative background and working alongside her husband who is a builder for 20 years Kylie’s experience has helped her set up her design studio that fills the gap in the rural setting where more ho...
Jan 22, 2024•49 min•Ep. 27
Welcome to Episode Twenty Six of the Design Dialogues Podcast - this week I am talking with Justine McLean from the Flossi Files. I really enjoyed this dialogue with Justine and I think it is a timely discussion for the start of the year. Justine is passionate about financial literacy for business owners and I think the start of the year is always a good time to review your numbers and see how well your financial systems are set up. Just like with the business process that I feel so passionate a...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 26
This week I am talking with Manon Roux from Atelier Roux. New York based Manon runs a successful design studio after a winding path led her to design. In this episode we talk about some key things that Manon has changed in her processes that have really pushed her business to the next level. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review for the podcast here Book in a More Time To Design Demo Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up t...
Jan 08, 2024•48 min•Ep. 25
This week it is a solo with Beth episode and it is our last episode of 2023. I look back on the year and want to take the opportunity to thank everyone who has listened to the podcast over the last 6 months. The podcast will be back on January 9th - I look forward to seeing you for our next Design Dialogue. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful busine...
Dec 11, 2023•13 min•Ep. 24
Welcome to Episode Twenty Three of the Design Dialogues Podcast - this week I am talking with Nat Spadavecchia from The Palm Co. I have known Nat since the early days of her business - she actually designed my wedding stationary back in the days when The Palm Co was still finding it’s path. In this episode we talk about those early days of Nat’s business and how at first niching down into something didn’t feel quite right but how relatively quickly it became evident that it was the way to go. Na...
Dec 04, 2023•41 min•Ep. 23
This week I am talking with Catherine Heraghty from The Stables. I have known Catherine since we were both a bit younger and were starting our business journeys. Catherine has built an impressive body of work over the years with her beautiful aesthetic which is instantly recognisable. In this episode we talk about the early days of Instagram and the impact this has had on Catherine's business, how she manages a team that works remotely and how this works so well for her and her team. We also tou...
Nov 27, 2023•57 min•Ep. 22
In this Solo with Beth episode I lift the curtain on the thinking behind how we decide what features and functions we develop in More Time To Design. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review for the podcast here Book in a More Time To Design Demo Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work t...
Nov 20, 2023•13 min•Ep. 21
This week I am talking with Adam Jones from Quercus and Co. In this dialogue with Adam we talk about how he started Quercus & Co, the way the use of wallpaper has changed over time and his newest collaboration with Kate Nixon. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review for the podcast here Book in a More Time To Design Demo Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful b...
Nov 13, 2023•46 min•Ep. 20
This week I am talking with Kate Nixon. Kate is a designer, stylist and editor. This dialogue with Kate is filled with so much - from her perspective of running a design studio and the systems she has in place to do this and the different challenges she has faced in the business. Kate also shares her insights from working as the interiors editor at House and Garden magazine on what to think about when you are approaching a magazine with a project. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Websi...
Nov 06, 2023•44 min•Ep. 19
In this week’s episode I talk to Simone Matthews from SOUL Home. In this great dialogue we talk about what to think about if you are designing a holiday home, the joys and challenges of buying things in Bali and then her second passion of educating people on how to build and renovate well. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review for the podcast here Book in a More Time To Design Demo Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to ...
Oct 30, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 18
In this episode I chat with Vanessa Katsanevakis from Sussez Taps. It was such an interesting discussion around brand, company fundamentals and how easy it is to make decisions when you have these strong brand and company fundamentals. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review for the podcast here Book in a More Time To Design Demo Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive help...
Oct 16, 2023•41 min•Ep. 16
In this week’s episode of The Design Dialogues podcast I am chatting with Emma McMillan from Not Just About Copy. As someone who doesn’t like writing (and is not very good at it) I found this dialogue so helpful and actually made me want to practice my writing. We talk about things to think about when you need to write a piece of copy, what is a copy coach and of course we talked about Chat GPT. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Sign up to our mailing list Leave a review Want to...
Oct 09, 2023•41 min•Ep. 15
In this week's episode of The Design Dialogues Podcast I am chatting with interior design, Lynne Bradley. Lynne was so generous in our dialogue sharing her business journey, many of the things she has learnt along the way, some really helpful information for designers just starting in business and some really insightful thoughts on the value of having your worked published. I hope you enjoy my dialogue with Lynne. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a review Want to work tog...
Oct 02, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 14
In this weeks Solo with Beth episode, I reflect on what I have learnt from the first year of More Time To Design. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a Review Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for 8 weeks and improve your systems and processes. I only have 8 spots available ev...
Sep 25, 2023•13 min•Ep. 13
In this week's episode I speak to architect Jennifer Crawford. I speak to Jennifer about the junction between architecture and interior design and how the two professions can work together well. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Episode Website Leave a Review Want to work together? Here are the ways I can help you in your business. 1.Sign up to our MAILING LIST where each month you will receive helpful business tips straight to your inbox 2. Start a HEALTH CHECK today. We will work together for...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 12
In this weeks episode of The Design Dialogues Podcast we meet Rachael Turner from Front Porch Properties. It is a a great dialogue about what it is like to be a female builder and what Rachael sees as holes in the industry that she is looking to fix. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx If you would like to book in a demonstration of More Time To Design - follow the link here KEY PARTS IN THE DIALOGUE 2.59 Rachael talks about how she became a licenced builder 14.46 Rachael talks about relationship...
Sep 11, 2023•58 min•Ep. 11
In this episode of the Design Dialogues podcast, I interview Ruby Shields, a recent graduate in interior design. Ruby shares her journey from advertising to interior design, emphasizing the importance of following one's passion and not being deterred by others' opinions. She also discusses the importance of looking beyond the image on platforms like Pinterest and delving into the work of the creator behind it. Ruby advises new designers to experiment, not self-edit too early, and to sit on their...
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 10
In this episode we meet Nikki Quittner from Test Before You Invest. In this Design Dialogue we talk to Nikki about her business journey and why she feels so strongly about how architecture services should be available to everyone and the impact this can have on how people approach their projects. Nikki emphasizes the need for architects to help clients manage their expectations and navigate the complex process of building or renovating a home. Nikki offers affordable architectural advice through...
Aug 28, 2023•39 min•Ep. 9
In this week’s episode I talk about why it is so important to know where and how you are spending your time in your design studio and why it is one of the most important things to get right in your studio. I also talk about how using a system like More Time to Design can help you make data based decisions. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx KEY PARTS OF THE EPISODE 3.05 Beth gives an example of the difference when you are making data driven decisions. 8.52 Beth shows how tracking your time is im...
Aug 21, 2023•12 min•Ep. 8
In this episode we meet Maria Giorgio, a rendering expert. We discussed the importance of rendering in interior design. Maria talks about the accessibility of rendering technology and the benefits it brings to designers, such as the ability to make changes quickly and present realistic visuals to clients. Maria also touches on the topic of AI in design and how it can be seen as another tool to enhance the design process. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx KEY PARTS IN THE DIALOGUE 9.18 Maria tal...
Aug 14, 2023•56 min•Ep. 7
In this episode we meet Rhiannon Lee from Oleander and Finch. In this Design Dialogue we talk to Rhiannon about her business path from being an interior designer to working with new interior designers on their businesses and setting them up for success from the start. Hope you enjoy the episode Beth xx Rhiannon Lee from Oleander and Finch discusses her journey as a designer and mentor in the creative industry. She talks about the importance of sharing knowledge and breaking the culture of secrec...
Aug 07, 2023•44 min•Ep. 6
In this episode of the Design Dialogues podcast, your host Beth Bieske interviews Penny Wilson, a social media and digital marketing expert. They discuss the importance of having a digital marketing strategy and how it goes beyond just posting on social media. Penny emphasizes the need to identify objectives, understand the target audience, and differentiate yourself from competitors. She also highlights the importance of regularly revisiting and revising the strategy as the business evolves. Th...
Jul 31, 2023•38 min•Ep. 5
