Amber Lewis: Growing Pains + Industry Stardom

Amber Lewis: Growing Pains & Industry Stardom   Episode Details Noteworthy success is always the goal for an interior design business. But when a studio expands into a full blown lifestyle brand, the lines can blur when it comes to corporate structure. With an ever-changing industry and internal roles evolving to fill gaps that come with growing pains, managing who does what in each department can prove complicated. Today, I’m welcoming Amber Lewis of Amber Interiors to walk us through her studio’s structure after spending a decade as a top designer. We’re chatting all about repeat book deals, product licensing, and what comes next for an interior designer of her caliber.   In this episode, Amber and I discuss: How to run two separate, successful business entities Who you should hire first Employee structure within an interior design studio How to stay involved as your studio grows How to grow your business without investors What to look for in a brick and mortar storefront 2 key tips for writing a book How to expand beyond your signature style  And more!   Use code ‘BONUS15’ for 15% off sitewide at idco.studio Thanks for listening to this episode of The Interior Collective. You can listen to our episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or access all the show notes on our website.   You can follow along with Amber on Instagram, discover more of her work on her website, and shop her curated home decor at Ayr Barns.   SHOW NOTES The Interior Collective: Website IDCO Studio: Website | Instagram |

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A podcast for the business of beautiful living presented by IDCO Studio. The Interior Collective is equal parts advisor, collaborator, and trusted friend to interior designers around the world. I’m your host, Anastasia Casey -- bringing in interior designers and industry tastemakers to provide you with actionable advice for your own practice from experts you already trust. Our star-studded lineup features industry-renowned names such as Amber Lewis, Heidi Callier, Shea McGee, Marie Flanigan, Jake Arnold, Clara Jung, Carley Summers, Gail Davis, Lindsey Borchard, Lauren Liess, Light & Dwell, Victoria Sass, Megan Grehl and so many more. We’ve assigned each guest a specific topic, for truly actionable, inspiring and strategic takeaways from each episode.