Business of Home's host Dennis Scully interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives about the changes and challenges facing the interior design community.


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For years, artist, architect, designer and glassblower Alison Berger honed her craft, showing her work and collaborating with brands like Commes des Garcon and Hermes. Then, in the late 1990s, she began designing lighting for Holly Hunt, kicking off a multi-decade partnership that would see Berger become one of the industry’s most celebrated talents. On this episode of the podcast, she speaks with host Dennis Scully about why she decided to work with RH, why her superpower is persistence, and why she’s back with a new collection, new showroom partners, and a new approach to her work.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://rowefurniture.com/join">Crypton</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.alisonbergerglassworks.com/">Alison Berger Glassworks</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Alison Berger's superpower is persistence

Host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> and BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> discuss the biggest news in the design world, including Trump’s new tariffs, Charles Cohen’s <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/d-d-building-owner-charles-cohen-loses-187-million-appeal">ongoing legal saga</a>, and Pinterest’s battle with AI spam.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.jaipurliving.com">Jaipur Living</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: Pinterest's 'AI slop' problem. Plus: Trump's tariffs return

In the late 1990s Glenn Lawson and Grant Fenning made a reputation for themselves as canny vintage pickers. Over time, their own furniture designs came to the forefront, and the two became a trusted resource for top Los Angeles designers. Now Lawson Fenning is opening up an outpost in New York and collaborating with DWR and CB2. On this episode of the podcast, Lawson and Fenning speak with host Dennis Scully about purposefully staying a little under the radar, why they only had to show at ICFF once, and their strategy for dealing with copycats and dupes.  This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://rowefurniture.com/join">Crypton</a>LINKS<a href="https://lawsonfenning.com/">Lawson-Fenning</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Lawson-Fenning doesn't sweat the copycats

Host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> and BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> discuss the biggest news in the design world, including <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/wayfair-focuses-on-small-wins-in-its-fiscal-year-report">Wayfair’s latest numbers</a>, <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/how-jerry-pair-and-ainsworth-noah-teamed-up-for-a-software-launch">a new tech tool for showrooms</a>, and a critique of the blandness of Zillow. Later, lighting designer Lindsey Adelman joins the show to talk about a major change at her studio.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.jaipurliving.com">Jaipur Living</a> and <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.hectorfinch.com">Hector Finch</a>.LINKS<a href="https://lindseyadelman.com/">Lindsey Adelman</a><a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: Lindsey Adelman makes a change. Plus: Will Wayfair ever be profitable?

Based in Nashville, Stephanie Sabbe is a celebrated interior designer, and the owner of the home goods shop Heirloom Artifacts. But on top of the artful homes she crafts for clients, Sabbe is beloved by the design industry for her humor and her truthtelling—most of which are done on her must-follow <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sabbeinteriordesign">Instagram account</a>. Now she’s bringing her unique voice to a new book, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Interiors of a Storyteller</a>. On this episode of the podcast Sabbe speaks with host Dennis Scully about why the book is really a memoir dressed up as a design monograph, how runaway costs are changing the industry, and why a dollhouse posted to social media got her more clients than projects in magazines.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.sabbeinteriordesign.com/">Sabbe Interior Design</a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Interiors-Storyteller-Stephanie-Sabbe/dp/1423667646">Interiors of a Storyteller</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Stephanie Sabbe keeps it real

Host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> and BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> discuss the biggest news in the design world, including Houzz’s State of the Industry report, all <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/janus-et-cie-has-a-new-ceo-asad-syrkett-joins-ad-italia-and-more">the latest hires</a>, and how designers feel about "dopamine decor." Later, Cyrus Loloi joins the show to discuss the thinking behind the launch of Loloi's new DTC sister brand, Joon Loloi.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.jaipurliving.com">Jaipur Living</a> and <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.hectorfinch.com">Hector Finch</a>.LINKS<a href="https://www.joonloloi.com">Joon Loloi</a><a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: Are designers feeling good about 2025? Plus: Loloi's new brand

Like many direct-to-consumer companies, Benchmade Modern takes out ads on Instagram and sells its sofas online. But unlike most of its competitors, the company is based out of a US manufacturing group—Artisant Lane, the owner of Lee Industries and American Leather. President Dan Campbell is also an unlikely DTC leader—he’s not a silicon valley entrepreneur, but a 17-year veteran of Holly Hunt.  On this episode of the podcast, Campbell speaks with host Dennis Scully about how the lessons he learned from the trade apply to the direct-to-consumer world, why gray sofas are over, and why customers care more about design than lead times.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a>LINKS<a href="https://benchmademodern.com/">Benchmade Modern</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

A to-the-trade approach to DTC sofas: How Benchmade Modern breaks the rules

BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> and host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> discuss the biggest news in the industry, including the latest round of <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/new-trump-tariffs-target-steel-and-aluminum-kohler-makes-a-cameo-at-nyfw-and-more">Trump tariffs</a>, the <a href="https://www.elledecor.com/design-decorate/trends/a63689790/tiktok-interior-design-trends-2025/">microtrends</a> that are here to stay, and <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/what-do-designers-really-want-from-a-trade-program">what designers really want from trade programs</a>. Later, columnist <a href="https://warrensreport.com/">Warren Shoulberg</a> joins the show to discuss the mood in home retail.  This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.jaipurliving.com">Jaipur Living</a> and <a href="https://dashboard.simplecast.com/accounts/3ed13173-d92f-44f6-b8ce-d831e9672af7/shows/7a3106dd-e66b-4e68-9be2-0ac7b3125cc3/episodes/320a9191-d389-4beb-af25-e9b00e9b46f1/www.hectorfinch.com">Hector Finch</a>.LINKS<a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: What makes for a good trade program? Plus: The mood in home retail

After an idyllic childhood in Puerto Rico, Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz was set to pursue higher study in math—instead, he chose architecture, and found himself working for legendary New York designer John Saladino. After setting up his own firm in the 1990s, Noriega-Ortiz built a legend of his own, designing boutique hotels for Ian Schrager and homes for celebrities like Lenny Kravitz.On this episode of the podcast, Noriega-Ortiz speaks with host Dennis Scully about learning to design like a painter, how he trains architects to think like designers, and why he writes a story for every project—but doesn’t always tell the client.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://www.hickorychair.com/">Hickory Chair</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.bnodesign.com/">Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Benjamin Noriega-Ortiz: 'Designers need to learn to take the blame'

BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> and host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> discuss the biggest news in the industry, including the latest on <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/the-tariff-era-is-here-what-do-designers-need-to-know">tariffs</a>, Instagram going vertical, and a look at the rising trend of cannabis-related decor. Later, designer <a href="https://www.zoefeldmandesign.com/">Zoë Feldman</a> joins the show to discuss her new venture, Demi, for tackling smaller projects.  This episode is sponsored by <a href="www.jaipurliving.com">Jaipur Living</a> and <a href="www.hectorfinch.com">Hector Finch</a>.LINKS<a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: Zoë Feldman is tackling the small-project dilemma. Plus: Should designers care about tariffs?

In an era when most designers pick a niche, Ben Pentreath is a proud generalist—his work spans everything from housing developments to private homes to a quirky retail operation, Pentreath & Hall. One of his most well-known projects is not a house but an entire village—Poundbury, a planned community in England championed by King Charles. However, Pentreath’s work for private clients is also highly celebrated, and he’s a regular on industry best-of lists.  On this episode of the podcast, he speaks with host Dennis Scully about the personal tragedy that prompted him to develop a succession plan, why he takes every email inquiry seriously, and why American designers can never quite nail English style.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="https://www.hickorychair.com">Hickory Chair</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.benpentreath.com/">Ben Pentreath</a><a href="https://pentreath-hall.com/">Pentreath & Hall</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Ben Pentreath does it all

BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> and host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> discuss the biggest news in the industry, including some positive developments in global shipping, an update on the Charles Cohen drama, and a defense of neutral colors. Later, editor in chief <a href="http://www.instagram.com/knpetersen">Kaitlin Petersen</a> joins the show live from Las Vegas Market to share highlights from show.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.kohler.com/showers">Kohler</a> and <a href="https://www.loloirugs.com/">Loloi</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

The Thursday Show: Why succession is so hard for design firms. Plus: Highlights from Las Vegas Market

With a history stretching back to 1875, French workshop Féau Boiseries is internationally recognized for its expertise in decorative wood paneling, whether it’s an antique from the time of Napoleon or a meticulously crafted reproduction.  In the company’s showroom in the heart of Paris, host Dennis Scully speaks with owner Guillaume Féau about why French artisanship is so prized, the intriguing international market for antique paneling, and why he’s bringing Féau Boiseries to New York City. This episode is sponsored by <a href="http://www.ernesta.com/boh">Ernesta</a> and <a href="http://www.ethanallen.com/trade">Ethan Allen</a>LINKS<a href="https://feauboiseries.com/en/">Féau Boiseries</a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/dennisscully/">Dennis Scully</a><a href="https://businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

Masterpieces in wood: The enchanting world of Féau Boiseries

BOH executive editor <a href="https://www.instagram.com/frednicolaus">Fred Nicolaus</a> and host <a href="https://www.instagram.com/denniscully">Dennis Scully</a> discuss the biggest news in the industry, including <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/a-tiktok-ban-looming-design-creators-hope-for-the-best-but-plan-for-the-worst">the latest on the TikTok ban</a>, LCDQ’s rebrand, and the future of home fragrances. Later, BOH managing editor Haley Chouinard joins the show to share <a href="https://businessofhome.com/articles/the-top-takeaways-from-heimtextil">highlights from Heimtextil</a>, and editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen recaps Paris Déco Off.This episode is sponsored by <a href="https://www.kohler.com/showers">Kohler</a> and <a href="https://www.loloirugs.com/">Loloi</a>L.A. WILDFIRE RELIEF <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DEqks3-y0-E/?hl=en&img_index=1vv">The Soft Landing Project</a><a href="https://www.lacando.org/">LA Can Do</a><a href="https://wck.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA1p28BhCBARIsADP9HrNZRRJbj2nWKbW3zj7AP4T3Tz6kFqnCj7js9KV0pY5lOofI9A4vql0aAol-EALw_wcB">World Central Kitchen</a>LINKS<a href="https://www.businessofhome.com/">Business of Home</a>

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