Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits down with author and interior designer Bea Pila to talk about emerging and continuing trends in exterior design, as well as her Design Enlightenment philosophy. While Pila works on many interior projects, she has done about as many, if not more, outdoor projects, and she jokingly refers to herself as an exterior designer.

Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits down with Brown Jordan Chief Brand Curator Steve Elton to talk about the company's history and how they plan to celebrate 75 years. Elton shares personal anecdotes about Brown Jordan and explains how the company is supporting the next generation through educational initiatives.

Casual Living editor Jennifer Bringle chats with interior designers Patti Allen and Stephanie James of Allen & James Interior Design about creating stylish, functional outdoor rooms. The designers also chat about the power of greenery and why they started a plant business in conjunction with their retail operation.

Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits down with Scott Baker, owner of Ahead of the Rest Patio Furnishings, to learn about the company's innovative adjustable head rests. Baker also offers insight about setting yourself apart from other stores and surviving and thriving in today's retail environment.

Casual Living Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits downs with Michael Gotowala, an award-winning design-builder of outdoor kitchens and owner of The Outdoor Kitchen Design Store, to talk about why outdoor kitchens have become so popular in recent years. Gotowala also explains how retailers can capitalize on the trend, and gives us the scoop on his weekly radio talk show, Hamptons Outdoor Kitchen Fabulous.

Casual Living Web Editor Adelaide Elliott catches up with outdoor startup Outer’s co-founder Terry Lin to talk about trusting his customers to act as his salespeople, the company’s design process and why it chose to break free from the traditional retail model.

Casual Living Editor-in-Chief Jennifer Bringle chats with Ledge Lounger founder Christopher Anderson about how his company has capitalized on working with the contract/hospitality industry to fuel their business success. Anderson also explains the innovative design behind his company’s products—which are designed to sit in the water—and what’s next for Ledge Lounger.

Casual Living Editor in Chief Jennifer Bringle chats with Watermark Living National Sales Manager Chad Harper about how the company’s new Outdoor Made Easy Pop-Up Program simplifies selling casual furnishings and accessories.

Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits down with Tom Connard, co-founder of 3-D solutions company 3D Source, to talk about what 3-D product visualization is and why it's so important to the future of the home furnishings industry.

Senior Editor Alex Milstein sits down with Charles Pavarini III and Randall Tarasuk, founders of The Original Lawn Furniture Company, to talk about their unique furniture designs and why designers are interested.