A Well-Designed Business® | Interior Design  Business Podcast

1131: Thom Filicia: The Sentence That Built a Multi-Faceted Design Brand


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Today with Thom Filicia

Today, I’m joined by one of the most recognizable names in design, Thom Filicia. From his early days at Parrish-Hadley to his breakout role on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, to building a thriving design firm, product collections, a retail brand, and countless collaborations, Thom has continually expanded what it means to be a designer.

In this conversation, Thom shares why knowing who you are as a designer is the foundation for everything else, how staying curious and saying yes to new opportunities has shaped his career, and why great design is more than creating a beautiful room — it’s about creating spaces people truly want to live in.

If you’ve ever wondered how to grow beyond projects into partnerships, products, and a lasting brand while staying authentic to your design voice, you won’t want to miss this episode.


LuAnn Nigara and Thom Filicia ’s Ah-Ha Moments

“It’s not just about creating a beautiful space, because creating a beautiful space is sort of the low-hanging fruit. We can all make something look beautiful, but making it make sense for the people that live there… that’s great design. Because at the end of the day, design is for people.” - Thom

“Don’t not like something before you even understand what it is. Know you first, stay open second, and try to have some facts.” - Thom

“Sometimes you just have a minute to say what you do. You don’t have ten.” - LuAnn

“Take what you do seriously, but for the love of God, do not take yourself seriously… Take what you do seriously and be really passionate and good at what you do, no matter what it is.” - Thom


Connect with Thom Filicia

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Other Shows Mentioned:

AWDB #67: Alan Tanksley- Lessons and Observations from a 30+ Year Career in Interior Design

AWDB #407: Century Furniture and Carrier & Company Launch New Line at High Point Market April 2019


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