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If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast

Rachel Usher

Booking Overview

This is an interview podcast focused on the business of interior design, typically featuring established designers, studio founders, and senior figures from the wider design industry. Agencies could credibly pitch accomplished interior designers, creative-business specialists, design-industry executives, and entrepreneurs with practical expertise in leadership, sourcing, branding, or scaling a design practice; booking difficulty is medium because guests generally need recognized industry experience and credible achievements, but not mass-market celebrity status.

Metrics

Episodes: 36

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: United Kingdom

YouTube: 13 subscribers

Instagram: 4.7k followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

rachel@thebusinessofinteriors.co.uk

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Host

Rachel Usher - Interior designer, solopreneur, and founder of an award-winning, published interior design studio. She draws on her experience building a design practice to examine the commercial and operational r...

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established interior designers, design-studio founders, creative-business entrepreneurs, and senior executives or specialists from the broader interiors and furnishings industry.
Required Achievements:  
Founded or led an established design studio or industry organization, Delivered recognized residential, hospitality, or furnishings-sector work, Built expertise through senior roles with prominent design firms, brands, or institutions, Received industry recognition or awards, Developed practical expertise in business growth, sourcing, branding, leadership, or client strategy

Recent Guest Discussions

Rebecca Hughes - Building An Interior Design Business, Mentorship, Reputation-led Growth, Staffing, Financial Planning, Client Relationships, Leadership, Boundaries, And Work-life Balance.

Sameena Singh - Narrative-led Interior Design, Client Visioning, Brand Identity, High-value Projects, Client Relationships, Differentiation, And Balancing Creativity With Fee Strategy.

Tammy Covington - Global Suppliers, International Design Markets, High Point Market, Sourcing, Networking, Trade-show Strategy, Importing, Tariffs, Logistics, And Opportunities For UK Designers.

Recent Topics

Interior Design, Design Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Design Sourcing

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast
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Episode 36: Trusting Your Instincts and Building a Distinctive Design Studio With Phoebe Hollond

August 31, 2026

In this episode, I sit down with Phoebe Hollond, founder of Studio Hollond, to explore her unconventional route into interior design and the realities of building a creative business from the ground up.Phoebe’s journey began with a philosophy degree at King’s College London, followed by a career in advertising and seven formative years working alongside Beata Heuman. She launched Studio Hollond in 2023 just two months before the birth of her daughter and while renovating her own home.We talk ...

Episode 35: Joanna Draper on Systems, Specialism & Growth In The Design Industry

August 08, 2026

Joanna Draper on career change, design business systems, and the value of specialist wall covering.Rachel Usher speaks with Joanna Draper, COO of Wells, about her unusual path from surgeon to interior design leader and now operations specialist in wall coverings. They also get into the business side of design: fees, procurement, systems, scope creep, and why creative studios need more operational clarity.In this episode, Joanna shares how her background in medicine shaped her confidence on si...

Episode 34: Building A Business On Your Own Terms: Leadership, Growth & Resilience with Rebecca Hughes

June 26, 2026

Building a Business on Your Own Terms: Rebecca Hughes on Leadership, Growth, and ResilienceDiscover the inspiring story of Rebecca Hughes, who transitioned from a career in advertising to establishing a high-end interior design studio in London. In this episode, she shares insights into her growth, the importance of mentorship, client relationships, and balancing personal life with a thriving business.Main Topics:Rebecca's transition from advertising to interior design and her early careerLes...

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Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast?

If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast is hosted by Rachel Usher. Its publicly listed email is rachel@thebusinessofinteriors.co.uk. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast?

The publicly listed email for If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast: rachel@thebusinessofinteriors.co.uk.

How many listeners does If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast?

If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Established interior designers, design-studio founders, creative-business entrepreneurs, and senior executives or specialists from the broader interiors and furnishings industry. Common among recent guests: Founded or led an established design studio or industry organization; Delivered recognized residential, hospitality, or furnishings-sector work; Built expertise through senior roles with prominent design firms, brands, or institutions. Recent guests include Rebecca Hughes, Sameena Singh, and Tammy Covington.

How hard is it to get booked on If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does If These Walls Could Talk: The Business of Interiors Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Interior Design, Design Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Design Sourcing. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

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