We recently connected with Pamela Day and have shared our conversation below.

Pamela, thanks for taking the time to share your stories with us today Let’s start with a fun one – what’s something you believe that most people in your industry (or in general) disagree with?

There are a lot of interior designers that believe the industry should be more regulated and that you should be required to have a license or complete a degree in interior design in order to practice, or even to call yourself a designer. While I personally went to school for interior design I don’t necessarily agree with that. It never hurts to have more education in your back pocket but it is definitely not all you need to know to be successful in the field. While much of it is technical there is so much of what we do that is subjective, and there are many amazing designers out there with no formal training at all.

Great, appreciate you sharing that with us. Before we ask you to share more of your insights, can you take a moment to introduce yourself and how you got to where you are today to our readers

I began my career working in finance which afforded me a great number of opportunities, but didn’t really ignite that spark one needs to really have a fulfilling career. After I purchased and renovated my first home I knew I had a strong desire to create beautiful interiors. My primary focus is residential interior design- kitchens & baths, full home renovations, furnishings, etc. I enjoy all of the clients I get to spend time with. You really get to know a client throughout the process and it’s quite personal to be in someone’s home and in constant contact with them for the months, years, it takes to complete a project. I am most proud that I took the steps necessary to start my own business while still completing my degree, and had the confidence to take on clients right away. My clients should know I will always be honest with them (but not brutally honest, unless they request it), and that I will always try to weave the client’s taste, family and personality into the design, and won’t give them a mass manufactured Pinterest house.

What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?

I asked for reviews and referrals. Personal Referrals are always the best way to connect.

What’s been the best source of new clients for you?

The best source of new clients has been playing tennis, and having children. I have met a ton of new families through my children’s school and always meeting new friends out on the tennis court.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.pameladaydesigns.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pameladaydesigns/

Image Credits
Tony Soluri, Frank Lopez, Anna Cleavenger,