Business of Home Podcast

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to go over the biggest news in the industry, including a new acquisition for Kravet, a B Corp boom, and why TikTok is obsessed with “bookshelf wealth.” Later, BOH managing editor Haley Chouinard brings back highlights from Heimtextil, and Luxe’s new editor in chief Jill Cohen shares her plans for the brand.This episode is sponsored by Loloi RugsLINKSJill Cohen AssociatesLuxe Interiors + DesignDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

For years, Rosemary Hallgarten juggled a busy career in advertising with creative pursuits on the side. Then in the 1990s, a commission for a designer kick-started a fledgling rug business, and she was off to the races. Over two decades, Hallgarten has built a brand around neutral colors and sumptuous textures, bringing shearling rugs and alpaca boucle to a growing fan base. On this episode of the podcast, she speaks with host Dennis Scully about why she held on to her day job for five years, the rise of knockoffs and the challenges of moving from the chaos of creativity to the order of a streamlined business. This episode is sponsored by Daniel House ClubLINKSRosemary HallgartenDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to go over the biggest news in the industry, including change at the top for Luxe Interiors + Design, why starter homes are becoming forever homes, and a look at the latest industry comings and goings. Later, the leadership team behind  The Dump discusses their acquisition of the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams inventory.This episode was sponsored by Loloi RugsLINKSThe DumpDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Started in 1976, for decades Surya was a modest rug manufacturer. But when Satya Tiwari—the son of the company’s founder—joined the business in the early 2000s, he began pushing it to grow, and over the years it has become a large-scale industry player, covering multiple categories and doing hundreds of millions in revenue. Last year, Tiwari went on an acquisition spree, culminating in the purchase of the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams brand. On this episode of The Business of Home Podcast, Tiwari chats with host Dennis Scully about his plans for Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, why private equity isn’t a good fit for the home industry, and why opportunity is greatest when times are tough.This episode is sponsored by Daniel House ClubLINKSSuryaDennis ScullyBusiness of Home 

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss the biggest news in the industry, including a controversial leaked memo from Wayfair’s CEO, the breakup of a successful design duo, and a look at what trend forecasters are saying about 2024. Later, Alexa Hampton shares her new book and her resolutions for 2024.This episode was sponsored by Loloi RugsLINKSAlexa HamptonDesign, Style & InfluenceDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss a big turnaround in interest rates, Australia’s ban on engineered stone, and a new study on Gen Z’s love of dupes. Later, BOH editor in chief Kaitlin Petersen and retail columnist Warren Shoulberg join the show to recap an eventful year.  LINKSDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

As a sales rep, Brooks Morrison kept encountering two problems. Small, independent textile brands were getting lost in massive multiline showrooms—and designers in smaller cities often had to drive hours to visit the nearest design center. In 2019, Morrison launched The Design Social, a traveling pop-up where the creative talents behind indie brands could showcase their work directly for designers. In four years, she’s brought the show all across the country, from Darien Connecticut to Newport Beach, California.On this episode of the podcast, Morrison speaks with host Dennis Scully about the power of personal connection in a saturated market, why the show is built around creatives, not sales reps, and how she searches the country for overlooked “pockets of gold.”This episode is sponsored by Loloi and BDDWLINKSThe Design SocialDennis ScullyBusiness of Home  

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss the biggest news in the industry, including this year’s AD100, a brutal quarter for RH, and change at the top for Food52. Later, Chad Stark discusses why his company's latest moves around pricing transparency don't mean Stark Carpet is going all in on DTC.  LINKSStark CarpetAshley Stark HomeDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Farooq Kathwari, CEO of Ethan Allen, shares insights from his extensive experience in the furniture industry. He discusses the challenges and opportunities in a post-pandemic world, emphasizing why smaller showrooms can be more effective. Kathwari highlights the importance of focus, urging managers to track critical metrics and cautioning against trying to please everyone. The conversation also touches on the fusion of technology and personalized service, and the need for financial discipline in a rapidly changing market.

BOH executive editor Fred Nicolaus joins host Dennis Scully to discuss the biggest news in the industry, including a big AI investment from Airbnb, a study on the state of luxury, and a surprising new board member for House of Hackney. Later, designer Heidi Caillier joins the show to talk about her debut book, Memories of Home.LINKSHeidi CaillierMemories of HomeDennis ScullyBusiness of Home