Ep. 291: Celebrating Ballards 40th Anniversary

Published: Jan. 10, 2023, 8 a.m.

b'Karen Mooney, our fearless leader and President of Ballard Designs, joins us to celebrate the milestone of Ballard\\u2019s 40th Anniversary. We dive into the company history, how Ballard Designs grew into what it is now, and then Karen shares a few of her favorite trends over her 22 years with the brand. Then, we talk about what\\u2019s next for Ballard as it enter 2023 and everything beyond. Thank you so much for your support for Ballard Designs: we couldn\\u2019t have helped inspire home decorators over the past 40 years without our lovely patrons, community, and listeners like you.\\nWhat You\\u2019ll Hear on This Episode:\\n\\nWho is Helen Ballard?\\n\\nThe 40-year story of Ballard Designs.\\n\\nThe value add of upholstery and unique other special touches Ballard is proud to give their customers.\\n\\nThe history of architecture and design and the importance of mixing both high and low.\\n\\nOkay for real, how do you sneak an ottoman into a room during a coffee break?\\n\\nWhat really went on in the Ballard backroom?\\n\\nWhat products do we think \\u201cwhat was that?\\u201d\\n\\nYes, monogrammed toilet paper is a thing.\\n\\nThe importance of doing your homework in the design process.\\n\\nNew Ballard news for 2023 and beyond.\\n\\nMentioned in This Episode:\\nBallard Designs'