In this episode of Onsite, host Brandon introduces Kass, the principal designer at KASS Design Studios and an educator in the EBS community. Kass shares her journey from a diverse career background to becoming an interior designer in Ontario, Canada. The discussion highlights the critical role of designers in construction, the importance of contractor-designer collaboration, and the emotional and psychological aspects of designing spaces. Kass shares memorable projects, including a unique insurance office renovation during COVID-19 and an upcoming large-scale home renovation. The conversation also touches on the value of incorporating designers, overcoming contractor egos, and supporting children's career exploration. Tune in to explore the dynamics of working with designers and the promising future projects on Kass's horizon.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction
• 00:35 Meet the Guest: Kass, Principal Designer
• 01:08 Kass's Journey into Interior Design
• 03:33 Memorable Projects: The Insurance Office
• 06:24 Contractor-Designer Dynamics
• 08:13 Challenges and Successes in Collaboration
• 10:11 The Importance of Designers in Construction
• 11:08 Reflecting on Past Experiences
• 21:42 Looking Ahead: Future Projects
• 21:50 Virtual Design Collaboration in Thunder Bay
• 22:11 Reworking Layouts to Save Money
• 23:07 Massive Home Renovation Project
• 23:39 Client-Centric Design Decisions
• 28:16 Incorporating Family into the Business
• 30:22 Supporting Kids' Career Choices
• 35:16 Challenges of Traditional Schooling
• 37:52 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Connect with Kass
Website: https://www.kassdesignstudio.ca/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kassdesignstudio/

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