The Interior Collective

Save 15% site wide at www.idco.studio with promo code Podcast15. Welcome back to The Interior Collective Podcast, a podcast for the business of beautiful living - hosting conversations with leading interior designers from around the world about the intricacies of the design business. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey - founder of IDCO Studio, Kwin Made, The Interior Collective and host of the bi-annual industry event, Design Camp! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of custom luxury home builds with none other than Tyler Farrell, Founder and CEO of Killowen Construction. As an experienced general contractor, Tyler has built a reputation for bringing exquisite custom homes to life in and around Salt Lake City, Utah. Many of you might recognize his work from Netflix’s hit series, Dream Home Makeover, where he collaborated with interior designer Shea McGee to transform homes in truly stunning ways over four seasons. In this episode, we’ll be talking to Tyler about how interior designers can better prepare for working with contractors on custom new builds—covering everything from securing accurate bids, managing budgets, and how to value-engineer designs without sacrificing style. Tyler brings a wealth of knowledge and a world of humility, so get ready to learn invaluable tips on making your next big project a seamless success.

Hi, I’m Anastasia Casey, and in this episode of The Interior Collective, I’m sharing my journey in the interior design industry—from navigating my early career to building IDCO Studio and niching down to work exclusively with interior designers. We talk about the importance of community and support in the creative world. You’ll also hear about my passion for female financial independence, the strategies I use to manage multiple brands, and how social media has fueled my growth.

Save 15% site wide at www.idco.studio with promo code Podcast15. Welcome to The Interior Collective podcast, where we explore the art of design through the eyes of industry experts. Today, we're diving deep into the world of historic home renovations with a special guest, Jamie Haller. For nearly a decade, interior design was Jamie's personal passion, fueled by her love for restoring the charm and character of Los Angeles’ historic homes. But when the pandemic hit, Jamie turned that passion into a full-time career, blending her background in fashion with a unique approach to honoring a home's history. From being featured in Architectural Digest for her work on a mid-century Pasadena ranch to creating timeless spaces that speak to both past and present, Jamie’s expertise lies in respecting the original narrative of a home while infusing it with her signature bold use of color and pattern. In today’s episode, Jamie walks us through each phase of the design process—from initial client onboarding to collaborating with architects and craftsmen—sharing invaluable insights on working with older homes and offering advice on how to break down the hours involved in every stage. Get ready for a deep dive into the intricacies of bringing history to life with a modern touch.

Save 15% site wide at www.idco.studio with promo code Podcast15. On today’s episode of The Interior Collective, we’re welcoming Julia Bocchese, a leading SEO and Pinterest consultant with over seven years of experience under her belt. Julia has worked as an SEO professor at Drexel University, sharing her SEO expertise with the next generation of digital marketers. Throughout her career, Julia has helped countless clients boost their website traffic and achieve the coveted #1 spot for their keywords on Google. Having made the leap from the corporate world to pursue her own passion, Julia understands the challenges and triumphs that come with growing a business. In today’s episode, we’ll dive deep into the powerful combination of SEO and Pinterest for interior designers. Julia will share her top strategies for leveraging these platforms to elevate your brand visibility, attract clients, and ultimately grow your business. Further, we’ll discuss where your web designer’s work ends and Julia’s work begins.