The 2026 Business of Interiors Community Summit was more than two days of inspiring talks and beautiful venues; it was a reminder of the power of bringing studio founders together to have the conversations our industry so often avoids. From honest discussions around resilience, leadership and self-belief to new friendships, shared experiences and moments of genuine connection, this year's Summit reignited confidence, inspired fresh thinking and reinforced what lies at the heart of The Business of Interiors: a community built on generosity, openness and the belief that no one should have to build a successful design business alone.

The Business of Interiors was created to bring transparency, mentorship, and meaningful community to professional interior designers navigating the realities of running a studio. Moving beyond aesthetics and CPDs, this platform addresses the often-isolating business side of interiors, from financial and risk management to leadership, profitability, and burnout. Designed for established studio owners, it offers honest conversations, commercial insight, and real-time experience from within the industry, not formulas or gimmicks. If you’re committed to building a sustainable, high-calibre design practice without sacrificing your wellbeing, this is where the conversation begins.

Key highlights and takeaways from episode 17 of the If These Walls Could Talk podcast, From Runways To Residences: The Importance Of Tenacity In Design With Fameed Khalique.

Highlights and key takeaways from episode 11 of the If These Walls Could Talk podcast with Emma Sims Hilditch.

How to bounce back after making a mistake on a client project. Rachel Usher, founder of Rachel Usher Interior Design and The Business Of Interiors explains how you can bounce back after making a mistake on a client's interior design project.

Leading change in interior design with Vanessa Brady OBE.