Mastering the Business of Interior Design: Success by Design · 2026-07-22 · 24 min
Send Katie a Text Message!! What happens after a client asks you to expand the scope of a project? For many interior designers, this is where profitable projects begin to lose momentum. Without a clear process, additional work can quickly turn into unclear expectations, shrinking margins, and unnecessary stress. The way you respond in that moment says far more about your business than the email itself. In this episode, I break down the one email I wish every interior designer would send when a client wants to add another room or phase to a project. More importantly, I explain the systems, contracts, communication, and leadership that need to exist behind that email if you want to build a profitable, scalable design firm. In This Episode Why project expansion should never feel chaotic The client email every designer should have ready How to confidently manage additional services Why contracts should support long-term client growth Turning expanded scope into profitable opportunities The systems that create trust and strengthen client relationships How professional firms make growth feel seamless Business growth doesn't come from constantly finding new clients.
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