Shaun and Rebecca catch up on spring travel, allergic reactions, editorial photoshoots, and the realities of balancing rest with productivity as interior designers. Rebecca shares the behind-the-scenes story of her Texas project being selected for a magazine cover and what it was like working with a full editorial team on location.

They also dive into the importance of showing your design work online, how editors discover interior designers, the ethics of using other designers’ photos on social media, and why clear floor plans and thoughtful presentations matter so much in an interior design business. From art lending libraries to powder rooms opening into dining rooms, this episode is full of hilarious tangents and practical lessons for designers trying to communicate their value clearly.

In this episode they discuss:

Rebecca’s spring break trip to Palm Springs and navigating a scary allergic reaction at Nobu
Planning international travel around food allergies, family preferences, and long-haul logistics
Rebecca’s Texas project being photographed for a magazine cover and full home tour
Why sharing your interior design projects online can lead to editorial opportunities
Shaun’s reflections on vacation, rest, productivity, and breaking the reward-based mindset
The Octopus Initiative at MCA Denver and the idea of borrowing museum-quality art for your home
The ethics of using other designers’ work in social media content and design education posts
Why floor plan reviews, construction documentation, renderings, and client presentations are so important

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