We spoke with designer Nicole Salceda, owner of San Francisco-based Eye for Pretty Design Studio, about creating and cultivating joy in the workplace and in life.

On this week’s From the Tap podcast, we’re welcoming Amy Youngblood, founder and lead interior designer of Amy Youngblood Interiors, located in Cincinnati, Ohio. We discussed a key business principle for her studio: developing a strategic approach to clients.

Mindy O’Connor, principal of Philadelphia-based Melinda Kelson O’Connor Design, talks about tackling issues during projects, including things that occur behind the walls, concerns with clients and supply chain challenges.

We discussed a residential design element that’s essential in his endless-summer market – outdoor spaces.

On our most recent KBB – From the Tap podcast, we spoke with designer Christopher Grubb of Beverly Hills, Calif-based Arch-Interiors Design Group about all things luxury. He is no stranger to affluent projects – we have definitely covered some in the magazine.

We spoke with designer Nar Bustamante of Nar Design Group in Sacramento, Calif., about maintaining a luxury firm’s integrity during our industry’s ever-changing landscape. 

This week we spoke with Julie Schuster, a New York City designer who is also a certified feng shui practitioner, about how she uses the Chinese science to promote wellness in her work.

Gail Doby is a coach and consultant for interior designers. She and her team at Gail Doby Coaching and Consulting have helped more than 10,000 designers in 76 countries move their business forward.

Designer Killy Sheer, owner of Austin-based Sheer & Co., tells us how to work effectively with the entire project team. She works with a variety of team members, including internally and externally, all of whom are relevant in completing a successful project. 

Designer Paula Kennedy, CMKBD, of Seattle-based Timeless Kitchen Design is no stranger to staying creative. She has spoken on the topic at myriad events, and she recently shared her tips for maintaining creativity during good times and those not so good.