All-In Design

Join us on this episode of All-In Design in which we speak with Bridgette Pilkington of Mannington Commercial. Bridgette is both a IIDA board member and friend, who brought gifts for our two hosts (which is always appreciated, even if the beer was terrible). We discuss Bridgette's journey into the industry, how she stalked her now husband, and her connection to the funeral home industry. It's a wide ranging conversation that may result in you needing to adjust your speaker volume. 

Join us on this episode of All-In Design, as we talk with Tim O'Brien, sales director at Innerspaice Architectural Interiors.  As a friend and fellow "Showrunner", it was a fun discussion going back through Tim's past as the DesignTex rep, Herman Miller rep, and Milliken rep. Not many people in the industry has as much knowledge as Tim, sales knowledge that you can find in his recently published book "Road Growth". The episode culminates with a song written and performed by Tim for the 2005 IDIE Awards. Hope you enjoy! 

If this podcast episode illustrates anything, it is that acoustics matter. Recording in a corner of a large room where others are also having lunch is something we will likely not do again. Mark and Chad interview those attending the 2025 IIDA Alabama Professional Development Symposium in Birmingham. 

Join us on this episode of All-In Design, where we interview Jessica White of Hendon + Huckestein Architects. Jessica shares with us her love of herringbone , some of her favorite projects, and the great working environment of her firm. She also outlines how she got into interior design, the keys to success in the industry, and how (despite her parent's worries about the profession) she's never been unemployed.  

Join us on this episode of All-In Design, as we speak with Lauren Taylor with Shaw Contract. Lauren talks through her journey from Ohio to Alabama and from wallcoverings to carpet. She also dives into her breast cancer diagnosis and the support she has received from friends, family, reps, and "Common Thread for the Cure". We also spend a decent amount of time roasting our fellow "Showrunners" (those that organize "The Show").

For more information on "Common Thread for the Cure", you can find them at https://www.commonthreadforthecure.org/.

Join us on this episode of All-In Design for a quick update on AIDC (Alabama Interior Design Coalition). Andrew Aho, with KPS Group, comes on the podcast to discuss the new initiative with AIDC and the importance of becoming a member and getting involved. For more information about AIDC, you can check out their website at www.al-aidc.org . 

Join us on this episode of All-In Design, where we talk with Ambler McKinley with Handcrafted Interiors (and Trademark Booth Co). This episode is a continuation in our series of speaking to interior designers from the Rocket City. On this episode, we speak with Amber about starting your own design firm, taking every job you can when starting out (hello, Cullman garage!), and the difference between commercial and residential projects. It's a fun conversation with this entrepreneurial, young designer. Give it a listen. 

In our continued discussion with Huntsville interior designers, in this episode we interview Grace Hoffman with KPS Group.  Grace takes us through her journey of becoming an interior designer and how she landed at KPS Group (those IIDA events can be key!). We also discuss navigating the design of government projects and also sugar shacks, which this host had never heard of until speaking with Grace. 

In this episode of All-In Design, we interview Ansley Potter and Molly Moore from McMillan Pazdan Smith. This is our first episode with two guests and the first time recording from Huntsville, AL. Those that know Ansley and Molly will not be surprised at how wide ranging this discussion gets, with the guests asking as many questions (if not more) than the hosts. It's a fun and lively episode, so check it out!

Join us on this episode of All-In Design, as we speak with Morgan Nelson with Davis Architects. As evidenced by the length of this episode, Morgan is not one to have difficulty speaking about any topic and we discussed a wide range. We touch on how buildings are built, A/V closets, dislike for certain colors and trends, designing for various sports facilities, and having a tough skin when it comes to criticism. If you host a podcast focused on sports, you should consider having Morgan on, as she likely knows more than you do.