Sam Moore is the VP of Brand at Jenni Kayne. She has developed an immersive content experience on the brand’s website, executed experiential initiatives like a nationwide Airstream tour, a lifestyle book with Rizzoli, and series of Jenni Kayne branded homes and a corresponding wellness retreat. She has also led brand partnerships with notable companies like Parachute, Lulu & Georgia and Nordstrom.
Read MoreProfessor Carmichael, Program Coordinator for Interior Design at Howard University
Jacqueline Carmichael, ASID, CKD, NCIDQ, an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator of Interior Design at Howard University. She inspires students to be social change agents designing equity, restoring marginalized communities impacted by systemic racism while exploring traditional canons of architecture and design.
Read MoreAnderson Somerselle, CEO of Somerselle
As CEO of SOMERSELLE, Anderson has utilized his decade of interior design experience to come up with a new way to approach the showroom. His e-commerce site Sommerselle is the modern showroom, which caters to interior designers by offering wallcoverings, textiles, and more.
Read MoreAngela Belt, Founder of The Moodboard Podcast (me!)
Angela Belt is the principle designer of Angela Belt Art and Style LLC, she is also an interior stylist and the host of the Moodboard Podcast. She is the interior stylist for the book, REMIX: Decorating with Culture, Objects and Soul, released by Penguin Random House in 2013. She has been featured in publications both nationally and internaltionaly including HGTV, Rachael Ray Magazine, The Washington Post and Elle South Africa. This week Angela takes questions from the audience, and share some advice on how you can do self-care, and the steps to speak truth to hate.
Racheal Jackson, DIY Interiors & Custom Murals
Racheal Jackson is obsessed with old houses made new, old items made new and paint all over the walls!! Her mantra is BE BOLD, MAKE MAGIC! Racheal Jackson’s instagram account banyanbridges is full of DIY tutorials on how to transform your home from blah to bold, and how to find your own personal style on a budget.
Read MoreAnne Sage, Interior Designer & Content Creator
Anne Sage has been blogging since 2008 with her signature smart yet stylish approach to interiors, entertaining, wellness, and more. In 2010, Anne co-founded the online lifestyle Rue Magazine; and in 2016 she co-founded Light Lab, a photo and events space in Los Angeles. She is also the author of an interiors book entitled Sage Living, which was released Fall 2015 from Chronicle Books.
Nile Johnson, Interior Design Studio
Nile Johnson Interior Design is a boutique design firm that specializes in comfortable, curated, and elevated spaces. From residential to commercial, and celebrity to CEO, our approach to every project is rooted in approachable luxury, and tailored to fit our clients needs.
Read MoreDanielle Blundell, Home Director for Apartment Therapy
Danielle Blundell is a New York-based writer and editor that covers interiors, decorating, and organizing. She was the Senior Home Editor at Meredith publications, and she has written and been in a senior editorial positions for multiple publications including: This Old House, Family Circle, and Rachael Ray Magazine just to name a few. Danielle is now the Home Director for Apartment Therapy, which is a lifestyle blog and publishing company focused on home design and decor. The website was founded in 2004 and is currently led by Maxwell Ryan.
Read MoreJenna Talbott, Editor in Chief of New England Home Magazine
Jenna Talbott is the new Editor in Chief of New England Home. This publication is dedicated to showcasing the unique architecture, design, and building that defines the luxury home in New England. From urban lofts to mountain retreats, from oceanfront compounds to suburban estates, New England Home celebrates the very best of living in New England.
Read MoreRebecca Atwood, Designer & Artist
Rebecca Atwood is a designer and artist whose original collection of homegoods focuses on the artistic process. Rebecca’s collections span pillows, fabric-by-the- yard and wallpaper, are they all designed and ethically produced in small editions in the United States. Rebecca is also the author of the best-selling design book, Living with Pattern, where she demystifies how to use pattern, a design concept that often confounds and confuses, demonstrating how to seamlessly mix and layer prints throughout a house. In her highly-anticipated second book, Living With Color, Rebecca explains how to create a color palette, teaching readers to find what resonates with their personal aesthetic and bring the magic of color into their homes.
Read MoreSeana Freeman, Geeky Glamohemian
On this week’s podcast, I decided to focus on the the other side of interior design, home ownership. When you look at the facts, only 25% of African Americans are homeowners, while our White countertops are over 70%. I decided to talk to Black Tastemaker Seana Freeman about the history of barring Black people from home ownership in the US, and discuss how can we create generational wealth today? Plus, we talk about what are decorating tips and tricks for first time home buyers, and will we ever see Naomi Campbell again?
Genvevieve Gorder, Interior Designer & TV Personality
Genevieve Gorder’s soulful style and genuine enthusiasm have made her one of America’s favorite interior designers for many years. She is the founder and director of the Genevieve Gorder brand, a television host and producer, a home product designer, contributing author, and global ambassador for home and human rights.
Read MoreInterview with Andrea Pippins & Marcus J. Moore
These interviews are a part of a series called, Where Are The Tastemakers Now? A few months ago I decided to catch up with two tastemakers that live abroad, Andrea Pippins and Marcus J Moore. I wanted to find out what’s new with their businesses, and how are they managing quarantine?
Read MoreDABITO, OLD BRAND NEW
Dabito is a blogger, photographer, artist, décor guru, tastemaker, passionate vintage hunter, and lover of all things design. As the force behind the creative studio and online design resource, Old Brand New, he has not only won an impressive social media following, but has been recognized by major outlets including Nylon, who named him one of the best Instagrammers, and Better Homes and Gardens, who included him in their Best Decorating Bloggers of 2015.
Read MoreAngela Tafoya, Editorial Director Lonny magazine
Angela lives in the Bay Area covering interiors, travel, weddings, and parenting. Her writing has appeared everywhere from Refinery29 to Opening Ceremony to Conde Nast Traveler. Her vision for Lonny is to have a daily dose of interior design inspiration for readers that is accessible if you’re a renter, a first time home buyer, or you need new ideas to refresh your home.
Read MoreWhere Are The Tastemakers Now? Interviews with Rochelle Porter & Rashad Frazier
I launched The Moodboard Podcast to continue the discussions around race, culture, and interior design all year long. These interviews are a part of a series called, Where Are The Tastemakers Now? I decided to catch up with Designer Rochelle Porter and Chef Rashad Frazier, two tastemakers that I haven’t spoken to in years to learn about what’s new with their businesses, and how are they managing quarantine.
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