Holistic Interior Design Podcast

In this episode, I’m bringing back something that has always felt deeply aligned for me: new moon rituals.This Gemini New Moon invites us into the space between the mind and the body — where our thoughts, stories, and patterns are asking to be felt, not just figured out. With Mercury moving through Cancer and Chiron beginning its shift into Taurus, this ritual is centered around emotional honesty, self-worth, safety, receiving, and nurturing the parts of ourselves that are becoming someone new.I’ll guide you through a collective tarot reading, a seven-card new moon spread, and journal prompts to help you set an embodied intention for the next lunar cycle.This is not another task on your list. This is sacred time.Bring a candle, your tarot or oracle deck, a journal, and a quiet space to listen inward.In this episode, we explore:The energy of the Gemini New MoonMercury in Cancer and listening beneath the mental noiseChiron in Taurus and healing around worth, safety, and receivingA seven-card tarot spread for emotional clarityJournal prompts to support your new moon intentionNew Moon Intention PromptI am nurturing the part of me that is ready to ______, and I support myself by ______.May this new moon help you soften your mind, listen to your body, and trust the wisdom rising from within.Mentioned in this episode: Tiarni Talks for astrology insightsTiarnie Talks Podcasthttps://www.tiarnie.com.au/LinksListen to the Hospitality Design Talks PodcastJoin the newsletter: Behind the Veil Secrets, musings, and design magic await in your inbox.Work with Rachel: Design inquiries + consultations rachel@tigerveil.comInstagram: @tigerveil

This episode recaps the first Design Coach Collective retreat, focusing on the experiences and insights gained by aspiring interior designers. The retreat emphasized community, identity exploration, niche definition, ideal client understanding, legal aspects of business, marketing strategies, and the importance of networking. Attendees engaged in various exercises and workshops aimed at enhancing their skills and building connections within the industry.TakeawaysCommunity is essential for interior designers.Understanding your niche leads to greater success.Exploring personal identity enhances design practice.Legal knowledge is crucial for starting a business.Practical marketing strategies can be implemented immediately.Networking can unlock new opportunities.Creating a business plan is vital for growth.AI tools can streamline design processes.Nourishing oneself is important during intensive workshops.Feedback from attendees is valuable for future retreats.Check the Design Coach Collective coaching program at: DesignCoachCollective.comConnect with Rachel Larraine Crawford:Website / Email: Rachel@tigerveil.comInstagram

In this engaging conversation, the hosts discuss the formation of the Design Coach Collective, highlighting the journey of Tamara Romeo into the world of interior design and coaching. They explore themes of community building, personal growth, and the importance of collaboration among designers. Tamara shares her unique path from advertising to design, emphasizing the significance of marketing and branding in attracting clients. The conversation also touches on the importance of having a supportive team and the value of mentorship in achieving business success.Want to see if the Ready Set Launch Retreat is for you? Book a meeting hereTamara's Interior Design Business: https://southcoastdesigngroup.comCheck out the Ready, Set, Launch! Retreat and coaching program at: DesignCoachCollective.comConnect with Rachel Larraine Crawford:Website / Email: Rachel@tigerveil.comInstagramhttps://southcoastdesigngroup.com

In this episode of the Holistic Interior Design Podcast, Rachel Crawford shares her personal journey of becoming an interior designer, detailing her struggles, triumphs, and the integration of spirituality into her design practice. She discusses her early life, the challenges she faced, and how she found her voice through theater. Rachel also highlights her career transitions, the founding of her own business, and the creation of the Design Coach Collective, a mentorship program for aspiring interior designers. The episode emphasizes the importance of holistic design and the healing power of spaces.00:00 Introduction to Holistic Interior Design01:53 Rachel's Journey Begins04:20 Family Background and Early Life08:32 Finding My Voice Through Theater10:52 Transitioning into Interior Design12:44 Early Career Experiences17:17 Starting My Own Business19:37 Navigating Challenges and Collaborations24:53 Spiritual Awakening and Integration27:12 Creating the Design Coven32:24 Launching Design Coach Collective37:37 Final Thoughts and Future PlansWant to see if the Ready Set Launch Retreat is for you? Book a meeting hereCheck out the Ready, Set, Launch! Retreat and coaching program at: DesignCoachCollective.comConnect with Rachel Larraine Crawford:Website / Email: Rachel@tigerveil.comInstagram

In this solo episode, Rachel discusses the transition to a four-day work week and the reasons behind it. The focus is on prioritizing health, well-being, and creativity. The episode explores the benefits of the new work week, such as promoting rest, personal activities, and mental and physical health. The shift aligns with the firm's holistic values and fosters creativity and innovation. The host also shares the process and planning involved in implementing the four-day work week, including client communication and internal logistics. The episode concludes with the host discussing their personal activities on Fridays and inviting listeners to share their experiences with a four-day work week.

Welcome to Episode 163 of the Holistic Interior Design Podcast!In this episode, we're diving into the world of social media content planning with a focus on theming out your week. If you've ever struggled with what to post or felt overwhelmed by the idea of keeping your social media fresh and engaging, this episode is for you. We'll be sharing five distinct themes to help you organize your content and maintain consistency throughout the week.Connect with Rachel Larraine:WebsiteInstagramInterior Design ServicesInterior Design ResourcesHouzz (Affiliate Link)

Florals add so much to any room, especially when used intentionally to reflect the themes and branding of a space. To really take your designs to the next level, you can partner with a floral designer to help you translate your big vision as a designer into a work of living art!Michael O’Neil of Designs by Nourish explains why and how designers can enhance their spaces with floral design, walking us through his own process of working with interior designers. He also shares with us his inspiring journey to creating a business he loves and how he hopes to partner with more designers in the future. Whether you’re designing a space for a business or a home, this episode will inspire you to explore the role that florals can play. (And you’ll definitely want to consider incorporating them into photoshoots of your designs, too!)Michael will be leading an in-person Floral Alchemy workshop with the Design Coven on May 17. Grab your ticket here.About MichaelMichael is a firm believer that there are no true “new beginnings.” Life is a journey where we are continually learning, evolving, growing and accumulating experiences in pursuit of a life that we think is meaningful and that we love living. Michael has come to believe this because he opened a floral design studio, nourish, in 2023 that is the culmination of many seemingly unrelated experiences. The truth is everything Michael has experienced in the past could have led him to a thousand different points, but he consciously evolved into a floral designer because he loves design, he loves flowers and nature, and he loves telling stories, and all of those things are part of his collective experience. Michael’s professional background is in product design and brand management—building products and communicating their unique attributes to customers. Over the years, he has studied Interior Space Planning, Ornamental Horticulture, Landscape Design and Floral Design. All very distinct disciplines that share common building blocks — a defined design process, principles and elements of design, color theory.He launched nourish with the idea that florals intentionally designed to communicate the unique attributes of a carefully curated space could be an untapped resource for interior designers and businesses looking to make a strong visual impact with clients and guests.  Florals do not need to be avoided or thrown in as an afterthought. They can be an integral layer in the design process to maintain a fresh and ever evolving presence in the space.Featured in this episodeFeatured Tarot deck: Cosmo TarotConnect with Michael and Designs by NourishWebsiteInstagramAre you an interior designer or are you interested in Holistic Interior Design? Check out my membership program, the Design Coven! This program is a real-world industry mentorship for Holistic Interior Designers that has everything you won't find in traditional design school curriculum. You'll learn from practicing interior designers working on real life projects, and get access to cutting edge vendors, suppliers, furniture makers, textile designers, and design resources that I've curated over my 17 years of design experience. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to build valuable relationships of your own. Learn more.Connect with Rachel LarraineWebsiteInstagramInterior Design ServicesInterior Design ResourcesHouzz (Affiliate Link)

Many artists and designers struggle with how to do what they love and make a living at it. For those of you who want to start your own businesses, this month’s Artist Spotlight with Interdisciplinary Artist & Designer Parker Heath will inspire you to get going today! Parker shares the fascinating story of how he discovered his passion for art and how he built his business in a relatively short amount of time. His secret? Just jumping in, building a solid foundation for himself, and going with the flow!Parker and I also talk about his current work, collaborations, and process in working with interior designers. For those of you looking to collaborate more with local artists and include truly unique pieces in your designs, you’ll enjoy hearing about Parker’s work and the inspiring story behind the artist.About ParkerParker Heath is a San Diego based interdisciplinary artist creating work in a variety of media such as painting, ceramics, textiles, and home accessories.Parker received his Studio Arts BFA in 2022 from San Diego State University. The width of his multi-media work symbiotically allows him to discover and examine how the roles of functionality, materiality, and conformity co-exist with art in contemporary life.Amongst these different practices, Parker has developed his signature artistic approach of which his final pieces embody modern aesthetics while invoking a bohemian, primitive style.Aside from Parker’s work as an artist and small business owner, he is also a professional Freestyle BMX rider, Model, & Actor.Featured in this episodeFeatured Tarot deck: Cosmo TarotConnect with ParkerWebsitePAR KER made InstagramParker’s Personal InstagramAre you an interior designer or are you interested in Holistic Interior Design? Check out my membership program, the Design Coven! This program is a real-world industry mentorship for Holistic Interior Designers that has everything you won't find in traditional design school curriculum. You'll learn from practicing interior designers working on real life projects, and get access to cutting edge vendors, suppliers, furniture makers, textile designers, and design resources that I've curated over my 17 years of design experience. As a member, you'll have the opportunity to build valuable relationships of your own. Learn more.Connect with Rachel LarraineWebsiteInstagramInterior Design ServicesInterior Design ResourcesHouzz (Affiliate Link)