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What they don’t tell you about starting your own firm

Designer Hillary Cohen shares her journey from working at prestigious firms like Roman and Williams to founding her own design practice, HCO Interiors. With over 15 years of experience working on high-profile projects for celebrity clients, Cohen discusses the challenges of building her own portfolio, pricing strategies for new designers, and the evolving demand for multi-functional, functional designs in luxury interiors. Watch the full interview for insights on navigating the transition from employee to independent designer, client trust, and creating meaningful, personal projects.

Modern with a soul

South Florida-based interior designer, Laetitia Laurent of Laure Nell takes a “cross-pollination” approach to interior design, blending European sensibilities with modern American aesthetics to create her original style, which she calls ‘Modern with a Soul’