74: A Conversation with Richelle Plett

There is a science to upholstery construction and today’s guest, Richelle Plett, talks all about it. Unlike the sometimes boring science classes in school, this lesson is not only interesting but it can help improve your design business.In this episode, we talk about:Trading price for quality and why longevity should be the deciding factorInvesting in pieces that are going to be used over and over againTop three things designers should learn about upholstery How many vendor lines a designer should haveTips for finding and restoring vintage piecesHaving a strong working relationship with an upholstery workroomBottom-line pricing versus ItemizingWhy interior designers need to get into the world of upholsteryMentioned:Richelle's Upholstery Uncovered CourseRichelle's Course with Luann UniversityOur links:Subscribe and leave a review - Apple PodcastsLike, Comment, & Follow - Hot Young Designers Club InstagramRebecca’s Instagram Shaun’s InstagramFor more information - Check out the websiteBecome a “Hottie” member - Support us on Patreon