Three Businesses, One Vision for Custom Design | Buying Local S3E59

In this episode of Buying Local, Mike Nelson sits down with Michelle and Tim Schultz to talk about their journey from corporate careers to building a multi-service home design business in the Capital Region. They discuss custom window treatments, interior design, windows and doors, and the launch of their new Glen Street showroom focused on high-touch local service.Discover Tim and Michelle’s home design endeavors at the links below or email Tim directly at [email protected] Depot Adirondacks: windowdepotadirondacks.comDesigns on Glen: designsonglen.comGotcha Covered: gotchacovered.com/saratoga/0:00 Welcome to Buying Local & guest introductions1:10 Leaving corporate careers to start a local business1:55 Got You Covered Saratoga explained2:45 Why interior design services were the next step3:30 Adding Window Depot of the Adirondacks4:10 Why opening a showroom became necessary5:05 What clients will experience inside the new showroom7:30 Installation, partnerships, and local contractors9:10 Why franchising made sense for their business10:15 Michelle’s interior design background and passion11:45 The client consultation and design process14:55 Challenges of running three connected businesses17:40 Ideal residential and commercial clients22:20 Modern awnings, power screens, and outdoor living25:00 Where to find the showroom and how to get in touch