178: Someone needs to start a Design Detail Database

Shaun and Rebecca are back with a winding, very Hot Young Designers Club conversation about mindset, merch, aging textiles, sleep pillows, old design magazines, and the eternal hunt for better interior design inspiration. What starts as a chat about energy, time, and side quests turns into a bigger discussion about how interior designers can find more original references outside of Pinterest, Instagram, and the current design algorithm.In this episode, they explore why designers need a better way to collect and share the tiny design details that make a project special: trim profiles, upholstery edges, tile miters, cornices, window casings, and all the little construction and styling details that rarely make it into portfolio photography.In this episode they discuss:Using mindset shifts to feel less trapped by time and business owner overwhelmRebecca’s Studio Plumb merch side quest, including custom note cards, tote bags, and hatsHow vintage sellers, rug makers, and designers use sun fading, patina, and age as part of the design storyWhy Shaun is pulling back from Pinterest and looking for older, less current design inspirationHow old shelter magazines, travel photos, architecture books, and nature references can lead to more original interior design conceptsThe problem with Pinterest search, ads, and algorithms when designers need very specific detail referencesTheir dream for a searchable design detail database full of trim, upholstery, tile, millwork, window treatment, and construction inspirationRebecca’s upcoming home projects, including reworking her daughter’s closet, flooring, hallway, doors, and possible wallpaper momentsMentioned:Sleep Crown - https://www.sleepcrown.com/MOO Note Cards - https://www.moo.com/us/notecards-oldHôtel Weekend - https://www.hotel-weekend.com/Schumacher Trims - https://schumacher.com/catalog/3Our links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s InstagramShaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Loyal Hottie” - Support us on PatreonDesign Resources - Check out our shop