Interior Design Is Not Decoration And Other Ideas, says Professors Stephanie Travis and Catherine Anderson in the title of their latest book. These George Washington University academics give us a deep education on all things interior design. From coffee table books to TikTok, from the experiential to the conceptual, and from project types to materiality, we discuss just a portion of the expansive design field. Buy the book at Barnes & Noble Watch on YouTube Brought to you by Milton &...
Stylist Nonci Nyoni is a freelance stylist who has worked for several publications in the home interiors sphere in Australia. She talks about her background, how she got started and what goes into putting together the scenes that inspire the design industry and lead the way in interior trends. Watch on YouTube Subscribe to On The Wall's YouTube Channel Brought to you by Milton & King - Exquisite Wallpapers & Fabrics Benchmade Modern - Custom Furniture Nonci Nyoni Styling Nonci Nyoni A...
In this episode Gray Benko and Chelcie Eastman of Gray Benko Home discuss the formation of their interior design boutique, their no rules style and their new wallpaper collection. They also play a little Show & Tell with co-host Whinnie Williams revealing some of their favorite decorative pieces. WATCH on YouTube Gray Benko Home Website Gray Benko Instagram Brought to you by Milton & King - Exquisite Wallpapers & Fabrics Benchmade Modern - Custom Furniture Subscribe to ON T...
Robin Gahan from Marble Moon Interiors joins us to talk about starting a business with a purpose, connecting passion with a good cause and designing the St. Jude Dream Home in Richmond, Virginia. She discusses her bold style and the roll of wallpaper. Marble Moon Interiors Brought to you by Milton & King - Exquisite Wallpapers & Fabrics Benchmade Modern - Custom Furniture Watch & Subscribe to ON THE WALL on YouTube ON THE WALL on Instagram
Whinnie Williams joins us to talk about her journey from indie pop singer to Creative Director and Co-Founder of the U.K. retro-inspired interiors brand, Poodle & Blonde. She tells us about her experience with hypnotism, how she was discovered as a singer and her experiences in the music biz. She then discusses how she transitioned from music to interiors and how her love of creating scenes translated between the two industries. Finally, she talks about her appreciation for retro fashion ...
In this episode we are joined by Bryce Capp, the Creative Director and Co-Founder of the wallpaper company, Milton & King. He discusses his working relationship with his brother and fellow co-founder Richard Capp, how he curates a collection, his experience moving from Australia to the UK and gaining a British and European perspective on design trends. Milton & King - https://bit.ly/3Yukdjc Socials Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Subscribe on YouTube
We have an in-depth conversation with Award Winning Designer Paige Williams of Paige Williams Design. She talks about the childhood experience that sparked her design journey, the design community in Nashville Tennessee and the event she describes as Disney World for designers. She also talks about the tools she uses when a client has trouble with their design vision, the one item that makes a house a home and the fun way she wraps up every project. Paige Williams Design Instagram: @pai...
Wallpaper Installer Allison Dooley from Wallflower LLC joins the podcast to talk about all things wallpaper. She talks about why she made a huge career change, her professional approach with her clients and how she learned to be an expert installer. We discuss the different types of wallpaper and their applications. She reveals how she adds artistry to her installations, why she likes Diet Coke and the changes she is seeing in the industry. Her passion is infectious! Wallflower Website Instag...
In this episode, we speak to Hollie Deese, the owner and publisher of Nashville Interiors Magazine. She talks about her journey through the publishing industry and reveals what inspired her to get started. We discuss her move to Nashville and how she transitioned from writer to magazine owner. Then, we dive into the transformation of one of America's fastest growing cities and explore how this popular destination can maintain its authenticity while experiencing external influences and embraci...
In this episode, Bethany Linz returns to the podcast to discuss the latest Milton & King collection called “My Sydney.” She discusses what inspired the 8 new designs and which techniques she used to create each piece. *The Grande Water Birds design discussed is available to trade clients only. Check out Episode 1 to listen to Bethany's first appearance on the On The Wall Podcast. Bethany Linz Website www.bethanylinz.com Milton & King Website Socials: Follow on Instagram Follow o...
In this episode we speak with Nikki Watson, the owner of The Design Quad and the largest home staging company in the United States. Nikki tells us about how she got into the interiors world, how principles played a role in her decisions and how she eventually started her successful staging company. We talk about her experiences starring on home TV shows and her introduction to Milton & King. We wrap up the conversation with a discussion about the four most important types of projects she ...
In this episode we speak with Kirsten Morey – Kitchen & Bath designer and owner of The Material Bar. She discusses her move from Germany to America, falling in love with construction, starting her own business and the importance of learning from doing. She talks about her foray into general contracting and her pivot back to her “zone of genius.” Kirsten also dives into how she approaches kitchen and bath design like a science and prioritizes function over fashion. The Material Bar https:...
We speak with Australian artist and designer, Fleur Harris. We discuss her childhood growing up on a vineyard and learn how that comes back to influence her art. She takes us on her formative journey as she gets exposed to a diversity of cultures in Melbourne and discover some of her unexpected musical tastes. She tells us why the word “no” went from demotivating her to being something she is thankful for and we discusses how the time preparing for motherhood led to the art that we now recogn...
In this episode we speak with interior designer Brittany Zimmerman from Bleu Bee Designs. We discuss her life-changing trip to Paris that resulted in a career as an interior designer. She also talks about the big stylistic differences between the southeast and the northwest of the United States, the weather shock after moving from Florida to Washington, the challenges of being an interior designer in a new location and her emphasis on sustainability and the importance of "Made In America" pro...
In this episode, we speak to artist Yasmin Smith, Head of Design and Communications for Milton & King U.K. We discuss her background as an artist, life on the U.K. coast and her inaugural visit to the United States. We also dive into a few of the designs she has created for the Milton & King Studio Collection and what we can expect in the next few months. Milton & King - https://bit.ly/3Yukdjc Socials Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow on Pinterest Subscribe on ...
In this episode, we speak with Ben Heighway (Sales Manager) and Robin Patrick (Vice President of Sales and Marketing) from Roman Products, LLC. We learn about the history of the company, how they serve wall covering manufacturers and installers, and dive into the various wall primers and wallpaper pastes. Roman Products Website https://romandecoratingproducts.com/ Roman Products Instagram @romanproducts Milton & King website Socials: Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook Follow...
In this episode we speak with Denver-based interior designer Jana Donohoe of Jana Donohoe Designs. We learn how she started her own interior design business, her timeless design philosophy and what the greatest challenges are for an interior designer that they don't teach you in school. We also hear about her experience designing at The White House for the 2023 holiday season. Jana Donohoe Designs https://janadonohoedesigns.com/ Jana Donohoe's Instagram @janadonohoedesigns Milton & Kin...
In this episode we speak with Linda Weinstein, the creator and producer of the biannual event, The One Room Challenge. We learn about her start in Hollywood and her journey to where she is today, running one of the most popular worldwide interior design events throughout the blogosphere and across social media.
In this episode we have a conversation with Allison Maestas, the Creative Director behind the brand La Semilla Casa. We talk about her wanderlust which has brought her to both sides of the Pacific over the years, her company's ethos of attaining zero waste, her personal battle with illness and how dealing with that turned on the tap to a creative flood that resulted in her new wallpaper collection. Milton & King - La Semilla Casa: Haven Collection La Semilla Casa Instagram Socials Foll...
In this episode we speak with Los Angeles-based interior designer Sarah Rahn of Sarah Rahn Design. We learn how she went from a professional race car driver from Ohio to an LA-based interior designer working with high-end celebrity clientele. We learn what inspires her and get into her views on design trends and where she sees things heading. Sarah Rahn's Website www.sarahrahndesign.com Sarah Rahn's Instagram @sarahrahndesign Milton & King - https://bit.ly/3Yukdjc Socials Follow on I...