In this episode of the Uploft Interior Design Podcast, I opened up about one of the hardest weeks I’ve had in a long time, sharing how deeply shaken I was by the tragic loss of a young girl in my daughter’s community and the unexpected passing of a beloved member of my design team who brought so much warmth and dedication to our company. As I tried to process grief, exhaustion, and the emotional weight of supporting my family and business during a difficult season, I also reflected on the challenges of balancing an overwhelming workload with meaningful client projects that reconnect me to different chapters of my life and career. From redesigning spaces for longtime friends and former clients to creatively blending mismatched furniture for a newly married couple, I talked honestly about how design is never just about furniture—it’s about people, growth, memories, and change. Throughout the episode, I shared my vulnerability, encouraged listeners to take care of themselves during hard times, and reminded them that even small comforts, humor, and creative outlets can help us through painful moments.

Timestamps:

00:00 — A difficult week and an emotional trigger warning

05:20 — Processing grief after heartbreaking losses

11:45 — The realities of burnout and balancing a growing workload

18:30 — Revisiting a longtime client and designing for who she is now

26:10 — Refreshing an old Upper West Side project years later

33:00 — Mixing furniture styles in a challenging Jersey City space

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