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Designer's Oasis

by Kate Bendewald

How do I build an interior design business? How do I get portfolio-worthy projects? Do I "have to" offer full-service interior design? How do I charge for my services? What if I want to do things differently with my interior design business? How do I take my design business to the next level? Feeling overwhelmed? I got you friend. Welcome to the Designer's Oasis Podcast. Consider this your place for a fresh drink of water for the inspired, creative, ambitious, and let's admit it, occasionally overwhelmed interior designer. Whether you are just starting your interior design business or you're looking to grow or scale, here you'll find actionable, real-world, and above all SIMPLE ways to launch, establish, and scale your interior design business with confidence. Introducing your host, Kate Bendewald of Kate Bendewald Interior Design, real-life interior designer, mama, and CEO who grew her 6-figure interior design business on word-of-mouth referrals. Kate doesn't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to running your business. Instead, she offers authentic, approachable advice to help you start where you are.

Chart trend

Position in the Design chart (US), last 90 days.

#28
all-time peak
36
days in the top 50 since Nov 2024

Latest episodes

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#105 | How to Set Boundaries in your Interior Design Business (& Life)

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   In this episode, Becca and I talk about the role boundaries play in building a sustainable interior design business. We explore w

Mar 17
35 min

#104 | Take a Look Inside the Interior Designer's Business Blueprint with Esther Ellard & Colleen Slack

 Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   "You don't have to build your business someone else's way—you get to build it around your values, your lifestyle, and the way yo

Mar 12
43 min

#103 | How to Handle Imposter Syndrome in Interior Design (And Why It Shows Up at Every Level)

Imposter syndrome gets tossed around constantly in the design world — but what if it's not a syndrome… it's just a temporary feeling (and one we can learn to move through

Feb 28
49 min

#102 | Nurturing Your Creativity as an Interior Designer

 Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   Creativity isn't just for "artsy" people — it's a key part of being a great designer, problem-solver, and business owner. In thi

Feb 25
50 min

#101 | Permission to Pivot: Redefining Success on Your Own Terms

"Sometimes we think one thing is the goal, but as we start moving through it, it shifts and pivots. The goal might stay the same—but the how can change."   In this episod

Feb 19
42 min

Rewrite the Rules: Build a Business That Feels Like You

  For Interior Designers Who Want Profit, Peace, and Portfolio-Worthy Projects Doors are open for the Interior Designers Business Blueprint 2.0 Course and the Designer'

Sep 23 2025
1 h 19 min

#74 | 20 Time Saving Tips for Interior Designers [REPLAY]

What is most important is that you start to recognize the value of your time. Discovering the value of your time includes understanding how important it is to manage, con

May 22 2025
1 h 00 min

#53 | How to run your Interior Design Consultation like a Pro

Want to have better proposals? Start with delivering better consultations. Consultations are the first step in working with your client and the better experience they hav

May 8 2025
46 min

#35 | How Hiring can Dramatically Improve your Interior Design Business

Today we are putting pen to paper and talking all about the benefits of hiring for your interior design business. I am passionate about this and feel strongly that every

Apr 24 2025
45 min

#31 | 5 Reasons Why Client's Aren't Moving Ahead with You

You might not always be able to change their minds but if you can look into why a client isn't moving forward with your services, you can find out where you're losing a c

Apr 10 2025
20 min

#30 | How to Get out of the Perfectionist Trap

Aim for excellence and know that perfection is impossible. I want excellence in my business and for projects to be complete and done extremely well, but perfect just won'

Mar 27 2025
24 min

#29 | Lead Magnet Ideas for Interior Designers

People feel more trusting and eager to work with someone when they can see part of the process or learn more about you from the start.  Today's episode is all about my

Mar 13 2025
29 min

#28 | Are these Limiting Beliefs Holding You Back/Keeping you Stuck?

You don't know what is going to work unless you start doing the work. You will ALWAYS be refining so you just have to get started. Limiting beliefs, you know those snea

Feb 27 2025
33 min

#20 | Making Space for the Things that Matter [REPLAY]

 You don't want to look back at your life and feel like you missed opportunities to get the most out of life.  Whatever it is, these are the things that matter. Leisure

Feb 13 2025
25 min

#14 | How to Attract Full-Service Interior Design Clients [REPLAY]

In today's episode, we discuss how to attract the right kinds of clients for full-service interior design projects. It can be challenging to find clients who are wanting

Jan 23 2025
37 min

#11 | Managing Client Expectations During Renovation [REPLAY]

In today's episode, we discuss how client expectations start at the beginning of the design process. It's imperative to build a good relationship with your client. Make s

Jan 9 2025
15 min

#101 | What's Next for the Designer's Oasis Podcast?

Designer's Oasis Membership   In today's episode, I share the next steps for this podcast, where to find me and what's next for Designer's Oasis!   Here's a glance at thi

Dec 19 2024
31 min

#100 | Going Alcohol-Free - The Surprising Joys and Benefits of Ditching Alcohol

Designers Oasis Membership   In today's episode, I'm opening up about going alcohol-free this year and the impact this decision has had on my health, my work, and my rela

Dec 12 2024
1 h 00 min

#99 | Running an Efficient and Joyful Design Firm with Andi Morse

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   I sat down with Andi Morse of Morse Design in Atlanta in today's episode. Andi shared how she believes offering multiple services

Nov 7 2024
47 min

#98 | Unlock An Enduring Business by Nurturing Client Relationships with Gideon Mendelson

Interior Designer's Business Blueprint   In today's episode, I sat down with Gideon Mendelson of the Mendelson group in New York. Gideon is one of the smartest, most hone

Oct 31 2024
1 h 01 min

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