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A lively conversation about the latest interior design trends, travels to industry events, current design projects (the good, the bad and the ugly), do's and don'ts, product recommendations and more. Just a warning - this is going to be fun and not too serious! After all, they do still have an interior design business running at full speed. Hosted by Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole, two nationally published Atlanta Interior Designers with a wealth of information to share and stories to tell about their business, Kandrac and Kole and the interior design world.
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- Apr 7, 202646 min
EPISODE 216 – CARSON KRESSLEY
We are thrilled to welcome Carson Kressley—style expert, television personality, and design enthusiast—to the show. Today we're talking about his background, his love of equestrian living, and his new collection with Ballard Designs. This episode is a reminder that great design doesn't have to be intimidating—it should feel joyful, expressive, and uniquely yours. As Carson proves, when you mix timeless style with a little personality, the result is always chic. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/26vjfy24 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve Or wherever you get your podcasts. #InteriorDesignPodcast, #InsideDesign, #CarsonKressley, #BallardDesigns, #EquestrianStyle CARSON KRESSLEY BIO: Emmy Award-winning TV personality and design expert You may know him as the breakout star on Bravo's Queer Eye for the Straight Guy back in 2003, or in his long-standing role as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race, among many other shows. He has been a competitor on Dancing with the Stars and a trusted fashion critic on every red carpet. He is an author, a lifelong equestrian and overall, one of the funniest people we have been around. We are super excited to share with you his collaboration with Ballard Designs, but most importantly to help you get to know Carson a little bit better. You can explore Carson's "Thrill of the Hunt" collection at Ballard Designs at www.ballarddesigns.com or hopefully you already get their catalog in the mail. For those of you living in Atlanta, don't miss the incredible flagship store on Huff Road in West Midtown. Explore Carson's collection with Ballard Designs and bring a touch of equestrian-inspired elegance into your home. KANDRAC & KOLE BIO Voted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, "Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole." This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, "The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly," in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1. Style your home the way you style yourself—personal always wins. If it doesn't feel like you, it won't feel right—no matter how beautiful it is. 2. Equestrian style = leather, brass, and polish… not horse overload. It's about subtle nods to tradition through materials and tailoring, not literal motifs. 3. The best rooms feel collected, not decorated. Layering pieces over time creates depth, character, and that effortless designer look. 4. Splurge on the anchors, save on the accents. Invest in the pieces you live with every day, and have fun switching out the rest. INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE: "Your home should tell your story—layered, personal, and never too perfect." FUNNY QUOTE: "Good design is like a great outfit—if you're uncomfortable, it's not working." Thank you to our producer Russ Riba with the Podcast Studio Network – reach out to him for engineering, producing or voice overs! FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/ https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/ https://twitter.com/KandracKole/ https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/ www.kandrac-kole.com
- Dec 27, 202435 min
Kandrac & Kole 2.0 – A Look Ahead to Changes in 2025
In this episode, we talk about Kandrac & Kole 2.0 or in other words, our plans for 2025, which include some big changes, and our reasons behind what we are doing. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/26vjfy24 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve Or wherever you get your podcasts. SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Vacation Rental Designers, the ultimate resource for interior designers in the short-term rental market. VRD provides education, insight and community for practitioners, along with game-changing product discounts from VRD Sponsors. Vacation Rental Designers is a membership community founded by our good friend and colleague Jessica Duce. She has a unique perspective on vacation rental design. It's different than normal residential design and even hospitality design. Vacation Rental Design is its own animal and its ripe for new talent and smart business practices that will be sure to add profit to your design business. To learn more, go to vacationrentaldesigners.com. KANDRAC & KOLE BIOVoted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, "Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole." This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, "The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly," in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. Thank you Russ Riba with Podcast Studio Network (https://www.audiomenu.com/podcaststudionetwork) and Gayle Mahoney with Gayle Mahoney Branding & Design (www.gaylemahoney.net) for helping us to produce and market this show! SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES https://www.facebook.com/kandracandkole/ https://www.instagram.com/kandrackole/ https://twitter.com/KandracKole/ https://www.pinterest.com/kandrackole/ www.kandrac-kole.com
- Dec 13, 202437 min
Creative Visual Storytelling with J Davis Digital
In this episode we chat with Johnny Davis and Ken Lewis of J. Davis Digital about ways to make your work shine in video and photography. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube KEY TAKEAWAYS:1. How building a culture of creativity and collaboration leads to success. 2. How storytelling allows you to connect emotionally with your audience, whether through still images or video content. 3. Success is not about settling into your comfort zone, but constantly evolving, dreaming bigger and embracing new challenges. FUNNY QUOTE: "You've got to find someone you are thermostatically compatible with. A 74 can't marry a 62." SERIOUS QUOTE: "Videos aren't about perfection—they're about connection." – Unknown SPONSORAtlanta Market is the only wholesale product discovery experience that gives designers more. We will be kicking off the year visiting all the fun events and networking opportunities that the Atlanta Market offers. It's a great way for our design business to discover new resources, trends, and product introductions for our clients, plus it's the best way to connect in-person with thousands of manufacturers and our beloved sales reps. This January, we're most excited to see the new HIGH DESIGN temporaries and the massive outdoor furnishings category so we can get some fun ideas for the Spring and Summer months. To learn more and pre-register for Winter Market happening January 14-20, 2025, visit www.AtlantaMarket.com. We hope to see you there! A special thank you to our team – Russ Riba with Podcast Studio Network (www.podcaststudionetwork.com) who handles our production and engineering services and to Gayle Mahoney of Gayle Mahoney Branding & Design (www.gaylemahoney.net)for handling the production, marketing and social media associated with our podcast. Don't miss a heartwarming new Christmas movie called Festival of Trees. Fun fact: Parts of this movie were filmed right in our office in Kennesaw, Georgia. You'll hear our name mentioned within the first few minutes and catch glimpses of our conference room, work room and Joann's office. You can watch it on Apple, Google, Amazon and more! KANDRAC & KOLE BIOVoted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, "Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole." This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, "The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly," in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES
- Nov 29, 202443 min
Marketing & Branding for Designers and Brands with Guest Ericka Saurit
In this episode, we are delighted to speak with Ericka Saurit, an expert in branding for creatives. We met her two years ago at the Design Influencers Conference in Atlanta where she was a speaker, and then again at the Vacation Rental Design Summit in High Point. She is very cool, very talented and has a business you all need to know about. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/26vjfy24 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve Or wherever you get your podcasts. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1. The interior design industry has a branding problem. 2. Get your story straight so you are telling a story that attracts the kind of clients you want. 2. Ask yourself - How are you extraordinary? How is this showing up in your work? SPONSOR Saurit Creative https://sauritcreative.com/ Marketing services for Interior Designers and Home Brands "We build brands that transform the built environment." Saurit Creative works with brands that want to shine, both online and off. With studios in the US and France, they work with interior designers and home furnishings manufacturers to develop gorgeous, one-of-a-kind brands and strategic marketing campaigns to amplify them. Their value lies in deep industry insight, broad implementation expertise, and storytelling craft—a powerful combination that differentiates them from all the rest. KANDRAC & KOLE BIOVoted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share their insights at industry events and on design panels, they are recognized as diligent business operators who remain approachable and genuine, radiating constant positive energy. In 2018, they used their infectious energy to launch their podcast, "Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole." This lively, weekly conversation, where Joann and Kelly share design and industry insights, became so popular that they introduced a series of bonus episodes, "The Inside Scoop with Joann and Kelly," in 2024. Their dedication to the power of interior design also extends to their charity work throughout the U.S. and Guatemala. Thank you Russ Riba with Podcast Studio Network (https://www.audiomenu.com/podcaststudionetwork) and Gayle Mahoney with Gayle Mahoney Branding & Design (www.gaylemahoney.net) for helping us to produce and market this show! Reach out to us at kandrac-kole.com for 2025! We are booking appointments in January in Atlanta and Charleston. <span style= "font-family: 'Couri
- Nov 15, 202439 min
High Point Market Trends – Fall 2024
We had an amazing trip to the High Point Market and are excited to share the latest and greatest trends regarding lifestyle, colors, furnishings, wood finishes, fabric and lighting. There were some very distinct trends that we saw at this market more than previous ones, with quiet luxury, sustainable materials, escapism and customization. We'll share the products we saw, the educational and social events we attended and tell you about our Insider's Tour. Key Takeaways Vacation Inspired lifestyles - from coastal and mountain homes to speakeasy style spaces, the market had several designs that bring the feel of second homes, lake houses and retreats into every day life. Earth tone colors like cinnamon, apricot, smoky blue and sage green marked a shift away from neutral whites and a move towards a warmer palette. One big lighting trend is rechargeable options in picture lights and tabletop lamps making it easy to place them anywhere. Pleated and fabric lampshades are also back in style, a classic look we haven't seen in several years. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/26vjfy24 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve Or wherever you get your podcasts. SPONSORThis episode is sponsored by Esteem Media. Esteem Media is the creator of The Design Influencers Leadership Conference (DILC) – an event you must not miss! This year, the event is being held for the first time in Napa Valley on February 10-12, 2025, at The Meritage Resort and Spa. The conference's educational and networking sessions are curated for interior and architectural design professionals, home & lifestyle creators & influencers, home furnishings brands and sellers, marketing and ad agencies, home design showrooms, market centers and design media. Whether you are a curious beginner, an expert creator of digital home design content or building your own company's influence, this is your event. This year, the following events are planned: • Skilled industry speakers • Scheduled one-on-one meetings between brands, designers and design influencers • A Genius Bar Clinic offering private appointments for personalized social, influencer and digital marketing guidance • Expanded business management skill sessions for an always changing consumer, employee, technology and general business landscape • Offsite networking sessions showcasing the surrounding wine country including the Culinary Institute of America Greystone Mansion Opening Reception, a late afternoon and evening with California's top winemaker and changemaker Hardy Wallace of Extradimensional Wine, and a closing event at Artesa Winery, owned by Spain's oldest winemaking family This event will sell out in advance but there are still seats and sponsorship opportunities available. Register at http://designinfluencersconference.com. If you have questions, please email luba@esteemmedia.com. FUNNY QUOTE "Parents Today – 'Text me when you get there, text me the names of the kids who are there, text me when you're coming home.' Parents in the '80s – 'Bye.'" SERIOUS QUOTE "Quiet luxu
- Nov 1, 202443 min
AI Basics with Phil Pallen
Whenever we start freaking out because there is some new social media trend we must learn to be able to stay relevant, or some technology advancement bandwagon we need to jump on, we call our friend Phil Pallen, leading brand and AI strategist. He presents us with solutions to our panic that are simple and fun. Watch on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/26vjfy24 Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve Or wherever you get your podcasts. KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1. Google Chrome is the browser of choice for AI because of the tools available to supercharge its functionality. 2. It's VERY important to be transparent whenever ChatGPT is used in imagery. 3. AI can really help with photoshoot prep - colors can be changed, backgrounds tweaked easily. It won't replace brand photography but can be a great partner. SPONSOR This episode is sponsored by Esteem Media. Esteem Media is the creator of The Design Influencers Leadership Conference (DILC) – an event you must not miss! This year, the event is being held for the first time in Napa Valley on February 10-12, 2025, at The Meritage Resort and Spa. The conference's educational and networking sessions are curated for interior and architectural design professionals, home & lifestyle creators & influencers, home furnishings brands and sellers, marketing and ad agencies, home design showrooms and market centers and design media. Whether you are a curious beginner, an expert creator of digital home design content or building your own company's influence, this is your event. This year, the following events are planned: • Skilled industry speakers • Scheduled one-on-one meetings between brands, designers and design influencers • A Genius Bar Clinic offering private appointments for personalized social, influencer and digital marketing guidance. • Expanded business management skill sessions for an always changing consumer, employee, technology and general business landscape. • Offsite networking sessions showcasing the surrounding wine country including the Culinary Institute of America Greystone Mansion Opening Reception, a late afternoon and evening with California's top winemaker and changemaker Hardy Wallace of Extradimensional Wine, and a closing event at Artesa Winery, owned by Spain's oldest winemaking family. This event will sell out in advance but there are still seats and sponsorship opportunities available. Register now for early bird rates at http://designinfluencersconference.com. If you have questions, please email luba@esteemmedia.com. KANDRAC & KOLE BIO Voted one of "Atlanta's Top 20 Residential Interior Designers" by the Atlanta Business Chronicle, Kandrac & Kole Interior Designs is an acclaimed design firm with two decades of experience serving residential and commercial clients. Their work has been featured in leading publications across the US. Since 2005, Joann and Kelly have built a respected partnership. They are renowned for their dynamic personalities, distinctive use of color, and unique custom designs. Frequently invited to share th
- Oct 18, 202437 min
Color Trends and Color of the Year for 2025 with Sue Wadden of Sherwin Williams
Watch today's episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen to today's episode here: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve or wherever you get your podcasts. In this episode of Inside Design with Kandrac & Kole Podcast, Sue Wadden of Sherwin Williams joins us to share the upcoming year's color forecast and the highly anticipated Color of The Year. Each year, she works in collaboration with the Global Trendsight Team, a group of color and design professionals within the company, to put together the Colormix® Forecast. This year, Sherwin-Williams is celebrating the 15th Anniversary of Color of the Year with MORE than just one color. This milestone could not be confined to a single hue, which is why the brand is launching its first ever Color Capsule of the Year. Tune into the first episode of Sherwin Williams debut Podcast to hear more about these on the Collections "Colormix Podcast. https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/colormixology Go to Sherwin Williams Colormix 2025 to see these colors and order samples. https://www.sherwin-williams.com/en-us/color/color-collections/colormix-forecast/2025 KEY TAKEAWAYS: 1. Sherwin Williams for the first time in 15 years introduced a "Color Capsule of the Year" for 2025 rather than a single color. 2. The 9 colors in the capsule show a usable way to see a collection of trend colors and how they work 3. Sherwin Williams White Snow SW9541 has great coverage and is their top performing white for walls, cabinets and ceilings with excellent luminosity and brightness SPONSOR:This episode is sponsored by Currey and Company. https://www.curreyandcompany.com/ Currey is an Atlanta-based second-generation, family-owned producer of beautiful residential and contract lighting, in-stock case goods and upholstery, and a wide range of statement making accessories that we have relied on for the past 19 years! Currey has a brand-new website with several new features! Just a few that we will be using are the true freight calculator, a configurator for multi-drop pendants, several ways to search and the ability to make project boards. Live inventory and shipping within 48 hours on in-stock products makes last minute pieces easy to get. All of this and outstanding customer service. Currey will be launching two new product categories in High Point – 12 bath sink vanities and 12 cordless lamps — more than 250 new products total. They are also bringing a major extension to their outdoor lighting line, including multiple finishes for the first time. <p class="MsoPlainText"
- Oct 4, 202434 min
The Details of Our Design Services
We are thrilled to share a detailed explanation of our design services and how our process works. In the interior design industry, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. In this episode we walk you through both our Full-Service Design and Designer-for-A-Day services. Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/InsideDesignYouTube Listen to today's episode here: https://spoti.fi/3I46Lve or wherever you get your podcasts. SPONSOR Norwalk Furniture – Norwalk builds heirloom quality furniture rather than landfill quality furniture. You know what that is called? Sustainable! Doing their part to create healthy homes and environments is a core principle of Norwalk and we want to be a part of that. Unlike many other manufacturers, Norwalk has a particularly fabulous array of patterns and bright, fun fabrics to partner with performance fabrics, leathers and textures like boucle and velvet. If you are in the Trade, you really should be sourcing Norwalk Furniture. Check out their website – norwalkfurniture.com and especially their 360-Design tool to help visualize pieces. KEY TAKEAWAYS 1. Our initial consultation is a working meeting full of valuable information and collaborative brainstorming that is the start of a beautiful relationship. 2. Taking care of damages and issues related to furniture is almost a fulltime job but never anything that the client has to worry about! 3. Our concierge Designer for a Day service was created as an option to our full-service design and has been a home run for seven years running. ANNOUNCEMENTHigh Point Insider's Tour <span style= "font-size: 12.0pt; line-height: 156%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif
About Interior Design with Kandrac and Kole
A lively conversation about the latest interior design trends, travels to industry events, current design projects (the good, the bad and the ugly), do's and don'ts, product recommendations and more. Just a warning - this is going to be fun and not too serious! After all, they do still have an interior design business running at full speed. Hosted by Joann Kandrac and Kelly Kole, two nationally published Atlanta Interior Designers with a wealth of information to share and stories to tell about their business, Kandrac and Kole and the interior design world.
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