In episode 5 of The Interior Perspective, Nicole Fisher interviews Stephen Dunn, President and Partner of Exeter Building, as he shares his unique journey from finance to the world of custom home building, discussing how he transitioned into a creative role while maintaining a strong focus on client relationships.

Tune in to gain insights into the world of custom home building and discover how design plays a pivotal role in creating remarkable homes.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:09] Home building entrepreneurial journey.

[00:03:36] Custom building versus spec homes.

[00:08:19] Thoughtfully designed homes sell.

[00:10:10] Designer collaboration in building projects.

[00:14:13] Misconceptions about building new homes.

[00:16:35] Balancing unexpected building costs.

[00:21:10] Procurement in the construction industry.

[00:24:36] Home wellness trends.

[00:28:03] Client relationships in home building.

[00:29:22] Insights from different markets.

QUOTES

• "When the creativity is lost for me, that is just, it's not an enjoyable project to be on." -Nicole Fisher
• "As long as we're overly communicating with each other, that's where it can work very well in tandem." -Stephen Dunn
• "I think that relationship is something that if you have it, you just hold on to it with both hands." -Nicole Fisher

SOCIAL MEDIA

NICOLE FISHER

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolerfisher/

Stephen Dunn

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sdunn90/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephenadunnjr/

WEBSITE:

Nichole Fisher: https://www.nicolefisher.com/

Exeter Building: https://exeterbuilding.com/

In episode 4 of The Interior Perspective, Nicole Fisher interviews Diana Polack from the Upstate Curious team, a rising star in the Hudson Valley real estate market, as she discusses the unique characteristics of luxury home buyers in the Hudson Valley, the importance of community, and how her background in art and architecture influences her approach to real estate.

Tune in for a fascinating conversation about the intersection of design, lifestyle, and real estate.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:02] Real estate career transition story.

[00:05:22] Partnership in real estate.

[00:10:13] Luxury of privacy in Hudson Valley.

[00:15:15] Empathy in real estate.

[00:19:11] Reading people in real estate.

[00:24:13] Broker visibility challenges.

[00:25:51] Learning to pivot marketing strategies.

[00:30:04] Interior design inspiration.

QUOTES

• "You have to own that. That confidence is everything. It radiates through who you are and who you attract, really." -Nicole Fisher
• "We care more about what the photographs look like than what it looks like when you walk in the door, if I'm being fair, because less is more in a photograph." -Diana Polack
• “Money is time. Like there's a business behind real estate that doesn't get talked about a lot or not considered a lot. And it's something that we were really passionate about, as well as just also really into community and the arts and all that.” -Diana Polack

SOCIAL MEDIA

NICOLE FISHER

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolerfisher/

Diana Polack

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diana.hvreal/

Email: diana@upstatecurious.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianapolack/

WEBSITE:

Nichole Fisher: https://www.nicolefisher.com/

In this third episode of The Interior Perspective, Nicole Fisher interviews Anthony D'Argenzio, Founder of the This Old Hudson team at Houlihan Lawrence, as he shares his journey from a young creative with a passion for photography to becoming a sought-after real estate agent in the Hudson Valley.

Tune in for insights into the intersection of luxury real estate and timeless design.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:01] Creative journey in real estate.

[00:05:30] Hudson Valley lifestyle showcase.

[00:12:14] Visual storytelling in real estate.

[00:16:21] Brand building through personal connection.

[00:21:36] Health and wellness in business.

[00:24:24] Work-life balance and independence.

[00:29:06] Breaking into the luxury market.

[00:33:19] Creating beauty with intention.

QUOTES

• "Success really follows when you kind of lean into what your calling is." -Anthony D'Argenzio
• “The better you feel, the more energy you have, and the better you're gonna, you know, just quality of work you do.” -Anthony D'Argenzio
• “There is a market for every home, and there is a person out there waiting to discover it.” -Anthony D'Argenzio
• "We're not brain surgeons. Nothing we're doing is really that important at the end of the day." -Nicole Fisher

SOCIAL MEDIA

NICOLE FISHER

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolerfisher/

Anthony D'Argenzio

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zioandsons/?hl=en

WEBSITE:

Nichole Fisher: https://www.nicolefisher.com/

This Old Hudson: https://www.thisoldhudson.com/