Whether you’re a solo interior stylist, a boutique studio founder, or a creative chameleon who buys and sells one-of-a-kind furniture pieces, one thing’s clear: inspiration is your fuel—and business savvy is your engine.
Interior design isn’t just about beautiful spaces — it’s about bold ideas, strategic thinking, and the kind of creative confidence that translates into a profitable business. We’ve curated six standout shows that will help you sharpen your creative edge, grow your business, and stay inspired—whether you’re sketching floor plans or stuck in traffic on the way to a site visit.
1. A Well-Designed Business®
With over 1,100 episodes and a loyal global following, A Well-Designed Business® is the ultimate podcast for interior designers who want to build a profitable, purposeful business. Hosted by industry veteran LuAnn Nigara, the show goes far beyond design tips—offering real-world strategies on pricing, client management, marketing, team building, and mindset.
LuAnn’s guests include top designers, business coaches, and creative entrepreneurs who share candid insights and actionable advice. Whether you’re just starting out or scaling a studio, this podcast is like a mini MBA for your design business—with a side of encouragement and straight talk.
2. The Great Indoors
Hosted by UK interior design experts Kate Watson-Smyth and Sophie Robinson, The Great Indoors is a witty and insightful podcast that covers all things interiors. With a loyal fan base and regular episodes, you’ll find a great mix of trend commentary, style psychology and plenty of tips for solving renovation dilemmas.
Recent episodes include a “Style Surgery” special, where they tackle listener dilemmas such as hiding TVs without going full gallery wall, choosing the right carpet tone, and wallpapering kitchen cupboards. Other episodes explore finishing touches (think scatter cushions, painted lampshades, and disruptor colours), and colour scheming—starting with a cushion and layering from there.
3. Business of Home Podcast
This podcast is ideal for interior designers who want to keep informed, inspired, and ahead of the curve. Hosted by Dennis Scully, it features weekly interviews with designers, editors, entrepreneurs, and innovators shaping the future of design.
Recent episodes have tackled everything from the rise of AI in design to the realities of running a profitable studio in a shifting economy. You’ll hear from big industry names like Nate Berkus and Shea McGee, as well as behind-the-scenes experts for practical insights on pricing, client relationships, and scaling a business.
4. Damn Good Interior Designer
Hosted by Cheryl Kees Clendenon and Liz Lapan, the Damn Good Interior Designer podcast is a bold, no-fluff guide to running a successful interior design business. With decades of experience between them, Cheryl and Liz share candid insights on a range of topics, including pricing, client psychology, business structure, and marketing strategy. Their dynamic—visionary meets integrator—makes for sharp, engaging episodes that challenge industry norms and encourage designers to lead with confidence and clarity.
Recent episodes cover topics like how to get clients to trust the process, why “charging what you’re worth” might be misleading, and how to protect your profit when clients request changes. They also address the hidden costs of doing business and the pitfalls of selling design time in blocks.
5. Space by Stansons
Guy Stanley hosts the Space by Stansons podcast, which features fascinating conversations with experts and influencers in the design industry. It’s perfect for interior designers who want to think beyond aesthetics and create environments that shape the way people work, live and connect.
A standout episode features Paula Rowntree, Head of Workplace Design at Lloyds Bank, who shares how she helped transform the bank’s legacy HQ into a future-forward, inclusive space. From collaboration zones to sensory-conscious design, her insights show how intentional design can foster productivity and belonging. If you’re looking for interior design inspiration that blends creativity with purpose, this one’s for you.
6. The Interior Design Podcast
Hosted by Hayley Roy and her team at Harp Design, this podcast is created by designers, for designers—and for anyone serious about making great design work in the real world. The show blends bold opinions, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of working in interior design. It’s passionate, unfiltered, and refreshingly relatable.
Recent episodes include deep dives into hotel design secrets, how to improve your mental health with interior design and a breakdown of the Construction Design Management (CDM) Regulations. The podcast also has a visual twist via their YouTube series A Day in the Life of a Designer, offering a candid look at the hustle and creativity behind the scenes.
Great design might start with a sketch, but it thrives on smart thinking—and there’s plenty of that within these six inspirational and educational podcasts. Whether you’re refining your pricing, rethinking your client process, or simply seeking a dose of inspiration, there’s something here to elevate your practice.
So pop in your earbuds, press play, and let these expert voices guide you toward your next big idea.
While you’re here, why not browse our Journal for inspiration to help your creative business succeed? You’ll find more podcast roundups, How-To Guides, and recordings from our popular Zoom Dive events with creative industry experts.