Join host Bryan Greene for a lively journey into the craft of interior design at Corgan. Nicole Cain and Abby Valliere trace their paths from early inspirations to firm leadership, revealing how clear client visioning, “this or that” kick-off drills, and clever cost-versus-wow decisions turn blank plans into spaces people love. 

They unpack the realities of ground-up work and adaptive reuse, share a fast-track delivery playbook that keeps schedules intact and teams healthy, and swap tips for avoiding ceiling “acne,” marrying finishes with lead-time realities, and weaving hospitality vibes and bold palettes into modern workplaces. 

Favorite tools like Revit, Procreate, notebooks, and hands-on site walks come to life in success stories from tech headquarters to Park Place and Wells Fargo, all underscoring why collaboration beats silos every time.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

00:32 Nicole's Journey into Interiors

01:31 Abby's Role and Passion for On-Site Work

03:02 Client Relationships and Initial Meetings

05:16 Balancing Client Expectations and Design Integrity

10:12 Challenges in Adaptive Reuse vs. Ground-Up Projects

12:34 Collaboration with Engineers and Contractors

15:20 Managing Ceiling Design and Expectations

18:40 Material Selection Criteria

19:18 Fast-Tracking Projects: Key Considerations

19:38 Making Budget-Friendly Design Choices

20:45 Effective Collaboration and Team Management

22:48 Defining Success in Design Projects

24:53 Leveraging Technology in Design

30:42 Industry Trends and Personal Insights

33:58 Favorite Projects and Final Thoughts

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