Your Design Business, Part III

Betsy Helmuth discusses expanding to new visual platforms, announces the Affordable Interior Design YouTube channel, and introduces a business Q&A series. She offers advice on subcontracting, creating design packages, finding affordable artwork and chandeliers, and evaluates butcher block countertops. 0:00 Introduction to visual content on new platforms 0:32 Announcement of Affordable Interior Design's YouTube channel 1:46 Introduction to business question Q&A series 2:20 How to submit questions for future episodes 2:53 Advice on subcontracting design selections for builders 8:11 Tips on creating design packages 13:46 Sponsor: Premium Membership 15:03 Finding affordable artwork alternatives 18:16 Locating budget-friendly cascading chandeliers 22:08 Evaluating butcher block countertops - Affordable Interior Design now has a YouTube channel along with Instagram and Facebook pages, making it easier for listeners to visualize design concepts discussed in the podcast. - When meeting with a luxury homebuilder or any new client, focus on asking detailed questions to understand the scope of work before discussing pricing or presenting packages. - For clients seeking high-end design elements on a budget, use Google image searches and specific search terms to find affordable alternatives that match the style of more expensive pieces. Additional show notes: Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question. Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes. Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com. For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com. For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.