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.

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Or wherever you get your podcasts.

SPONSOR
This 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 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.

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

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

SPONSOR
Atlanta 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 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.

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

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 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.

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.

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