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Do you remember your first big interior design project?

Every designer remembers that first moment when everything shifts.
For me, it happened in a tiny 9 square meter student room, sitting under my loft bed, still wearing my waiter uniform, refreshing my inbox before rushing to a charity dinner shift.

And then it appeared.
A new inquiry.
A complete apartment renovation.
From someone who believed I had a real design studio… when in reality, my “office” was squeezed between a sink and a sofa bed.

In this personal story, I take you back to the night that email came in, the disbelief, the excitement, the fear, and the courage it took to simply say yes.

You will hear about:
• starting from nothing and believing anyway
• navigating impostor syndrome as a young designer
• the moment I decided to stop doubting myself
• how showing up opens doors you didn’t know existed
• why your circumstances never define your potential

This episode is a reminder that every designer starts somewhere.
Sometimes in a beautiful studio.
Sometimes under a loft bed with a five euro bicycle waiting outside.

What matters is that you take the step.
Because one email can change everything.

Listen, feel, and remember your own first project.
Your journey deserves to be celebrated too.

And for the interior designers who want more...

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You ever feel like a screwdriver?

Like you’re just executing — sourcing, quoting, fixing — instead of being valued for your design vision?

Because honestly, I’ve been there too. Running around, trying to realize a client’s dream project… only to feel like the least important part of the process.
Until I realized: I was doing it the wrong way.

This episode is a raw and honest conversation with showroom sales trainer Deborah Flate — someone who’s been on both sides of the table. As a designer. And as a showroom manager. And she gets it.

We talk about:
• Why transparency isn’t scary — it’s your superpower
• How to stop hiding margins and start owning your value
• The magic that happens when you share the full story with your dealer
• What “being the expert” really means in a world where everyone can Google your product
• Why clarity builds trust — and trust builds your entire business
• And what happens when you stop chasing small wins… and start building a bigger game, beyond interior design

“Don’t be the screwdriver. You’re not just selling a couch — you’re transforming lives. But only if you stop hiding and start leading.”

If you recognize yourself in this — the tension between your design vision and the business side — this one’s for you.

And honestly? This is one you’d better listen to than read.
So hit play. And enjoy.

Connect with Deborah Flate at: www.beyondinteriordesign.club/flate

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We were almost finished with the last co-design session.
The design felt right, the ideas were flowing, and the clients were excited.
Then the gentleman across the table said, “I miss the sex.”
And suddenly, everything took on a new meaning.

The room fell silent. I didn’t know what to say.
But when we slowed down, asked deeper questions, and truly listened, something unexpected revealed itself.

It wasn’t about romance.
It was about excitement, passion, and freedom.
About rediscovering the emotional core behind every design decision.

This moment reminded me once again that design is never just about aesthetics. It’s about emotions, memories, and creating spaces that make people feel.

That’s what our philosophy Form Follows Meaning truly means.
And it’s what makes design unforgettable.

If you enjoy more of these personal stories, moments that shaped me as a designer and remind us all why we do what we do, let me know.
Because I’d love to share more of them alongside our interviews and conversations on Beyond Interior Design.

Well, it’s better to listen than to read here… so enjoy!

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In this second part of the Beyond Interior Design flashback series, Marc Müskens continues his journey through the conversations that shaped the podcast — exploring nature, wellbeing, branding, online visibility, and the deeply personal full-circle moments that defined his own path as an interior designer.

You’ll hear how:

• #013 Lianne Bongers and #021 Nuria Muñoz reveal the healing power of biophilic design.
• #049 Simon Powell shows why true entrepreneurship means staying authentic.
• #043 Roelfien Vos shares how to build a successful studio with balance and boundaries.
• #027 Maureen Calamia connects love & need as the forces behind meaningful design.
• #018 Jane Bringolf explores designing for the extremes — creating truly inclusive spaces.
• #015 Gabrielle Buresch-Teichmann and #045 Alina Schartner open a new way of seeing color and light.
• #022 Linda Kafka & Mike Peterson share science-based proof of how thoughtful design impacts human wellbeing.
• #036 Victoria Taylor, #020 Kristoff D’Oria di Cirie, #024 Nikita Morell, #028 Ericka Saurit, and #044 Daniela Furtado unpack visibility, branding, and storytelling with purpose.
• #011 Ruben Meulenkamp, #023 Laura Martin Bovard, and #016, #017 Sisi Salamanca (Special Q&A) bring it all home with soulful lessons on manifestation and authenticity.
• #039 Marie-Gon reflects on trends as mirrors of human behavior and society.
• #037 Monique des Bouvrie shares timeless wisdom on balance, legacy, and why design is ultimately about life itself.

A reflective journey through everything Beyond Interior Design stands for: connection, purpose, and the courage to design a life on your own terms.
Because when the meaning is clear, the form will follow.

This episode brings it full circle, but it's just the beginning of a new season: your season!

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After Episode 50, Marc Müskens realized he wasn’t done.

In this powerful follow-up, Marc revisits his biggest takeaways from dozens of conversations on Beyond Interior Design— from innovation and creativity to communication, serving high-end clients, and the evolving future of our beautiful profession.

This episode is a deep reflection on what truly defines the success recipe of tomorrow’s designer: purpose, courage, and curiosity.

You’ll hear lessons from previous episodes:
• #001 Yalin Tan — on designing the interior design firm of the future.
• #006 Kristoff DuBose — on the future of office design.
• #033 Cas Esbach (MVRDV) — on staying true to your creative DNA.
• #026 Kristoff D’Oria di Cirie and #038 Dawn Scott — on AI and human intuition.
• #003 Grant Dudson — on play and childlike curiosity.
• #034 Giovanna Castiglioni — on design principles as your creative religion.
• #004 Deborah de Jong — on communicating with your clients.
• #009 Tyler Suomala and #035 Gail Doby — on setting boundaries and communicating your value.
• #007 Lorena Gaxiola — on the art of property design and real estate.
• #029 Steve Griggs, #046 Jeffrey Shaw, and #047 Tanya Shively — on the real meaning of luxury.

A masterclass in connecting the dots between design, humanity, and growth.
Because when your why is clear, the how becomes effortless.

This episode is just the beginning.

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What if one of the most powerful tools for design leadership isn’t another strategy — but a pen and a page?

In this mesmerizing episode of Beyond Interior Design, Marc Müskens talks with Anagha Deshmukh, creative facilitator and reflective-practice expert, about how writing can rewire the subconscious patterns that hold designers back from achieving their highest potential.

Together, they explore how curiosity, emotion, and awareness merge into a kind of creative alchemy — helping you overcome blocks, dissolve limiting beliefs, and lead with purpose.

You’ll discover:
• How emotions and subconscious patterns influence creativity, wellbeing, and business growth.
• Why “if you write, you invite” — and how writing sharpens intuition and clarity.
• How to surface innate talents and transform self-doubt into design confidence.
• Practical steps to unlock awareness and integrate reflection into your daily process.

This conversation reveals the magic of writing — how words can amplify every skill in your life and reconnect you to the five pillars of the Beyond Interior Design Blueprint©: Participation, Purpose, Principles, Process, and Potential.

To learn more about Anagha Deshmukh, access extra resources, or connect after the episode, visit the episode page:
beyondinteriordesign.club/anagha

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In this milestone 50th episode of Beyond Interior Design, host Marc Múskens reflects on the journey so far—what started during the pandemic as a creative experiment has now become a global community of nearly 250,000 design professionals.

Marc shares the most powerful lessons from 49 conversations with world-leading designers, thinkers, and changemakers, as well as what he’s discovered through his solo episodes: the importance of authenticity, the power of choice, and why design is more than aesthetics—it shapes behavior, health, and futures.

This solo reflection celebrates the past while looking forward, reminding us that design is not just about spaces, but about meaning, humanity, and leadership in our field.

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In this episode of Beyond Interior Design, host Marc Müskens sits down with Simon Powell, the visionary founder behind Luxe Aquatics, a company that designs breathtaking aquatic environments for high-end residential clients.

From luxury aquariums that transform entire spaces into living art, to deeply personal installations designed to engage and calm, Simon’s work demonstrates how purposeful design can profoundly impact both spaces and lives.

In this episode, Simon shares:

🐠 How to craft aquariums as immersive, emotional centerpieces

🌊 The journey from payroll spreadsheets to high-end aquatic design

📐 Why saying “no” strategically can elevate your brand

🎨 How meticulous attention to detail creates exceptional, unforgettable client experiences

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