

Business of Home Podcast
Business of Home, Dennis Scully
Business of Home's host Dennis Scully interviews thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and creatives about the changes and challenges facing the interior design community.
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Jun 27, 2024 • 1h 7min
The Thursday Show: The story behind Thibaut's acquisition of Rosemary Hallgarten. Plus: The future of the family decorator
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including supply chain snarls that some are calling "Covid Junior," out of control home prices and the future of the family decorator. Later, Rosemary Hallgarten and Thibaut CEO Rick Kilmer join the show to talk about the deal that will see their companies join forces. LINKSRosemary HallgartenThibautBusiness of Home

Jun 24, 2024 • 44min
Why The World of Interiors publishes everything from pigsties to palaces
Emily Tobin joined The World of Interiors in 2021 and has since earned a promotion to the top spot. Her mission is to preserve what makes the cult favorite magazine so delightfully unique while also delicately bringing it into the digital age. On this episode of the podcast, she speaks with host Dennis Scully about the story behind Hamish Bowles’ tenure as editor in chief, why The World of Interiors didn’t have a website until 2022, and what’s behind the magazine’s incredible range—from dilapidated mansions to Madonna’s bedroom. This episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSThe World of InteriorsDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Jun 20, 2024 • 58min
The Thursday Show: Mitchell Owens wants to make antiques fun again. Plus: RH reports a loss
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including RH earnings, the latest AI design tools, and Tom Dixon’s unconventional strategy for fighting knockoffs. Later, journalist Mitchell Owens joins the show to talk about his new job as editor in chief of The Magazine Antiques.LINKSThe Magazine AntiquesMitchell OwensBusiness of Home

Jun 17, 2024 • 46min
Markham Roberts keeps calm and decorates on
An accomplished interior designer who cut his teeth working for the legendary Mark Hampton, Markham Roberts is known for rooms as refined as they are lively. His work has been widely recognized by the press, and he’s a regular on Elle Decor’s A-List and the AD100. On this episode of the podcast, Roberts speaks with host Dennis Scully about why clients having access to too much information is a double-edged sword, how publishing a book gave him three of his biggest jobs, and why, in interior design, staying calm is everything.This episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSMarkham RobertsDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Jun 13, 2024 • 44min
The Thursday Show: Oka shutters, St. Frank is acquired, and Carpenters Workshop Gallery faces serious accusations
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including the shuttering of Oka, serious accusations against Carpenter’s Workshop Gallery, a new Havenly acquisition, and an “adventure” with RH CEO Gary Friedman.LINKSBusiness of Home

Jun 10, 2024 • 52min
From historic renovations to TikTok, The Brownstone Boys do it all
Together, Jordan Slocum and Barry Bordelon—better known as The Brownstone Boys—have a unique hybrid business: a busy renovation firm that tackles historic restorations in New York City, and a fast-growing media presence that includes brand deals, TV appearances, and now, a new book. On this episode of the podcast, they speak with host Dennis Scully about playing “good cop, bad cop” on the job site, what Sesame Street has to do with brownstone renovations, and why they’re determined to keep going as both influencers and renovators.This episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSThe Brownstone BoysDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Jun 6, 2024 • 60min
The Thursday Show: Another case of photo theft. Plus: The latest in fabric with The Textile Eye's Saana Baker
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including another photo theft scandal; the rise of branded residences, and why designers are having second thoughts about e-commerce. Later, Textile Eye editor Saana Baker joins the show to discuss trends and takeaways from spring fabric fairsThis episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSThe Textile EyeBusiness of Home

Jun 3, 2024 • 48min
Verellen's secret weapon? Treating customers like guests
Tom Verellen took a winding route to get where he is, one that took him from his native Belgium to Ohio, through a fabric importing business and finally to North Carolina. Today the company that bears his name, Verellen, is lauded as one of the industry's most imaginative furniture makers, with a collection that balances quality, sustainability and style. On this episode of the podcast he speaks with host Dennis Scully about how offering Belgian hospitality to his customers has helped his business stand out, why ivory boucle may have finally peaked, and why designers are key to the future of Verellen.This episode is sponsored by LoloiLINKSVerellenDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

May 30, 2024 • 57min
The Thursday Show: Elle Decor unveils its A-List. Plus: Grant Trick's new partnership
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including a deep dive into the world of design newsletters, a cyberattack on Christie’s, and Elle Decor’s new A-List. Later, upholsterer Grant Trick joins the show to discuss a new partnership.LINKSGrant TrickBusiness of Home

May 23, 2024 • 55min
The Thursday Show: Takeaways from New York's design week. Plus: Bellacor shutters, Burke Decor struggles
BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus and host Dennis Scully discuss the biggest news in the design industry, including including an e-commerce collapse, Williams Sonoma’s latest numbers, and a viral home tour show that’s taking viewers into some unexpected rooms. Later journalist Stephen Treffinger joins the show to recap New York's design week. This episode is sponsored by Loloi and Annie SelkeLINKSStephen Treffinger Business of Home