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Welcome back to The Interior Collective, where we dig into the business of beautiful spaces. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today’s episode is one I’m especially excited to share. We’re pulling back the curtain on a beloved Canadian-based brand in the design community—Moe’s Home Collection—and exploring what it really takes to evolve a 25-year-old, family-run company into a rising force in the wholesale furniture space.

Joining me are Co-CEOs and siblings, Sara and Moe Jr. Samieian, who have not only scaled Moe’s in impressive ways, but done so with interior designers at the center of their strategy. From streamlining shipping and inventory to launching designer-led product collaborations and educational events, they’ve reimagined what a wholesale partner can look like in 2025.

In this conversation, we talk about what designers are asking for right now, how feedback directly influences Moe’s product collections, and why building an authentic community is just as important as beautiful furniture. Whether you’re a solo designer or a studio with a full team, this episode offers a refreshing, behind-the-scenes look at a company that’s putting our industry first.

Let’s dive in.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Welcome back to The Interior Collective. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today’s guest is someone I’ve admired for a very long time—interior designer and author Stephanie Sabbe. As the founder of Sabbe Interior Design and owner of Heirloom Artifacts in Nashville, Stephanie is known for her fresh yet deeply reverent approach to historic homes. In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the unique challenges and incredible opportunities that come with designing for history—how to honor a home’s past without sacrificing modern function, how to find the right trades for sensitive restoration work, and how to build time into the process for the kind of thoughtful, layered storytelling Stephanie is known for.

We’ll also be diving into her new book, Interiors of a Storyteller, a stunning design memoir that weaves together nine projects and the personal stories that shaped them. This conversation is equal parts business, beauty, and heart—and I can’t wait for you to hear it.

Thanks for listening - let’s get started.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Welcome back to The Interior Collective. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today’s conversation feels especially close to my heart. After spending the last ten years building a business, scaling a team, and pouring everything into my work, I finally took the leap into motherhood — and now, I’m sitting here with a four-month-old at home, learning firsthand what it means to balance entrepreneurship with a brand new kind of responsibility.

That’s why I was so excited to sit down with interior designer Kim Lapin. Kim runs a thriving, highly intentional design business while also raising three kids under the age of four. Yes — three under four. But what’s even more impressive is the way she’s made conscious decisions to stay small, take on projects that feel deeply fulfilling, and outsource in all the right places — both professionally and personally — in order to create the life and business she truly wants.

In this episode, we talk about saying no to the pressure to scale, redefining success in motherhood, and letting go of the guilt that so many of us feel when we don’t do it all. Whether you’re in the thick of this same season, or just thinking about what sustainable success could look like for you, this conversation is full of insight, honesty, and so much grace.

Let’s dive in.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

In the evolving landscape of luxury homebuilding, discerning clients are seeking more than just high-end finishes—they desire a seamless, intentional experience from concept to completion. Today, I'm honored to welcome the co-founders behind Simple Finesse—Sia, Interior Design Principal and Creative Director, and Roderick, Architectural Designer and Residential Building Contractor. Together, they lead a Minneapolis-based, full-service architecture, interior design, and build studio dedicated to crafting clean, timeless, and intentional designs for both residential and commercial spaces.​

Sia brings over 15 years of experience consulting Fortune 500 executives, infusing each project with a strategic, process-driven mindset that harmonizes creativity with business acumen. Her leadership ensures that every design seamlessly blends aesthetics, functionality, and personal expression. Roderick, with a rich background in high-end residential architecture and a passion for refined, thoughtful homes, believes that great design emerges from collaboration. His expertise in 3D modeling and architectural visualization ensures precision and efficiency, bringing projects to life with meticulous attention to detail.​

In this episode, we'll explore how Simple Finesse's integrated design-build approach is redefining luxury homebuilding, the motivations driving clients toward design-driven studios, and the significance of being a minority- and women-owned firm in an industry where diverse perspectives are still rare. Let’s go!

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Interior Design Service Agreement at IDCO Studio

Welcome back to The Interior Collective Podcast—where we dive into the business of beautiful spaces. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today’s conversation is one I know every designer needs to hear.

We’re joined by the incredibly talented Palmer Weiss—an interior designer whose signature style blends timeless sophistication with vibrant Southern charm. But beyond her eye for color and layered design, Palmer brings something rare to the table: a rock-solid business background. With experience in investment banking and retail merchandising, and an MBA from Kellogg, Palmer didn’t just fall into this industry—she built her design firm on the foundation of financial fluency.

In this episode, we talk about what it really takes to run a profitable design business. From creating airtight budgets, navigating scope creep, and maintaining profit margins without compromising creative vision, Palmer shares practical, specific strategies that every designer—at any level—can learn from.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by pricing, billing, or managing money in this industry, this one’s for you. So grab your notebook—Palmer Weiss is about to drop some serious wisdom.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Design Assisted

Interior Design Service Agreement at IDCO Studio

Welcome back to The Interior Collective. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today, we’re diving into the art of bringing a new construction project to life.

Our guest is Stephanie Mahaney, founder of Stephanie Rae Interiors, most-known for designing functional, custom residential projects and elevated commercial spaces. With a background at Kemble Interiors and a deep understanding of the building process from her collaboration with Keating Moore Construction, Stephanie brings a unique perspective on integrating design and construction seamlessly.

In this episode, we’ll cover:

• How to collaborate effectively with architects, builders, and contractors
• Project management strategies to keep designs on track
• The communication skills every designer needs to navigate challenges and ensure a smooth process
• Balancing aesthetics and function to create homes that are both beautiful and livable

For many designers, custom new construction projects are the dream project, and Stephanie is breaking down just how to ensure they run smoothly. Let’s get started—here’s my conversation with Stephanie Rae.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Interior Design Service Agreement at IDCO Studio

Welcome back to The Interior Collective Podcast, where we dive deep into the business of interior design. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey, and today, we’re exploring one of the most critical aspects of a successful design project: client touchpoints. From the initial consultation to the final styling, how do you structure your process to keep clients informed, engaged, and—most importantly—confident in your vision?

To help us break it all down, I’m joined by the incredibly talented Susannah Holmberg. With over 13 years of experience, Susannah has built a design practice rooted in both fine art and interior design, crafting spaces that are highly customized, deeply intentional, and timelessly beautiful. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, Domino, and more, and today, she’s here to share her insights on sequencing a design into clear phases—what those client touchpoints should look like, and what to cover in each.

After 10 years of running my own creative studio, client touchpoints continue to be something we work on refining, implementing, and increasing in order to improve our client experience. If you’ve ever struggled with keeping interior design clients aligned, setting expectations, or simply creating a seamless design process, this episode is for you. Let’s get started.

Season 6 of The Interior Collective is brought to you by Materio.

An operating system built specifically for design projects—from start to finish. That’s what Materio is.
From concept to handoff, client billing to procurement—it’s one connected workflow. Try it for free.
It’s intuitive. It’s fast. The Interior Collective listeners get 50% off their first month. Just head to getmaterio.com to claim the offer.

Subscribe now at patreon.com/theinteriorcollective

Pricing Models for Interior Designers with Lindsey Borchard

Mastering the art of working with trade vendors is one of the biggest challenges interior designers face. From wholesale vendors to custom furniture workrooms, strong vendor relationships are key to a seamless design process. But how do you find the right vendors, create lasting partnerships, and ensure every project runs smoothly while maximizing profitability?

Today, we’re joined by Melissa Oholendt, founder of Oho Interiors, whose path to design was anything but traditional. After beginning her interior design studies in 2001, Melissa spent over 15 years in the fast-paced world of distressed debt hedge funds before launching a decade-long career in photography. In 2019, she returned to her first love—interior design—building a business that has since been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Architectural Digest, Domino, Homes & Gardens, and more. In 2024, she launched a shop with luxury retailer Perigold, was named a Top 40 Expert on The Expert, and took the stage as a keynote speaker at The Haven Workshop.

Melissa brings a wealth of experience in managing high-level vendor relationships, and today, she’s sharing her best strategies for sourcing, organizing, and collaborating with trade partners. Whether you're looking to refine your process, build stronger industry connections, or avoid costly vendor mistakes, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss. Let’s dive in!