Interior Design Beat
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingProfessional Interior Designer Steven Adamko is The Voice of the Interior Design Beat Podcast. Listen to Candid commentary on various interior design subjects and topics including the good, the bad, and the ugly. Telling you like it really is! Giving you the whole truth and nothing but the truth, so you don’t have to hope you are lucky in any type of interior design situation. Steve is dedicated to giving you a healthy dose of Interior Design Commentary, Critique, Interpretation, and Analysis. The “Interior Design Beat” is the heartbeat of interior design podcasts! It's hosted and produced by Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko who is the Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors, established in 1982, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Steve is all about Skillful, Knowledgeable, Passionate Interior Design. In Addition, Steve is a Passionate Teacher and Preacher, and very good at both. Steve explores, expresses, and expounds on the nuances in interior design. The Nuances make all the Difference. Nuances Create the Depth and Richness in your interior design. Nuances are the Details, the Dynamics, and the Distinctive Elements that Create an Unmistakably Unique Interior.
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People Also Ask ... Session #1 - IDB Episode #40
June 28, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.5 MBThis is the first session of Questions People Ask on Google. Steve answers these questions after refuting or agreeing with the answers. This session is followed by advice from Steve regarding budgets and ideas on how to elicit a dynamic look and ambiance on a small budget, even if you have to squeeze the dollar bill. You always have to start with a concept, which is the roadmap for what you want to achieve as well as how long it will take to achieve it. Always start with a good foundati...
Part 3! ... of The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - Part 3 - IDB Episode #39
June 21, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBPart 3 of the Process that Interior Designer Steve Adamko goes through on every interior design project that he does. This is the Powerful Conclusion to this series along with the use of great analogies and rich information, wisdom, and insight to help you on your quest for wonderful and fantastic interior design results in your personal environment and home. Don't Miss This! Steve may be reached at 269-888-2049 (Landline) or by email [email protected]
Part 3! ... of The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - Part 3 - IDB #39
June 21, 2022 09:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBPart 3 of the Process that Interior Designer Steve Adamko goes through on every interior design project that he does. This is the Powerful Conclusion to this series along with the use of great analogies and rich information, wisdom, and insight to help you on your quest for wonderful and fantastic interior design results in your personal environment and home. Don't Miss This! Steve may be reached at 269-888-2049 (Landline) or by email [email protected]
Part 2! ... of The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - Part 2 - IDB #38
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBPart Two of the interior design process that interior designer Steven C. Adamko goes through is a continuation of the critical first step of discovery. It's a seamless process that enables Steve to deliver stunning results in terms of the function, look, feeling, and ambiance in every job he undertakes. It's all done, in essence, to deliver the "fingerprint impression" of the client as realized through the talent, wisdom, and insight that Steve uses as he puts himself in the shoes of the c...
Part 2! ... of The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - Part 2 - IDB Episode #38
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBPart Two of the interior design process that interior designer Steven C. Adamko goes through is a continuation of the critical first step of discovery. It's a seamless process that enables Steve to deliver stunning results in terms of the function, look, feeling, and ambiance in every job he undertakes. It's all done, in essence, to deliver the "fingerprint impression" of the client as realized through the talent, wisdom, and insight that Steve uses as he puts himself in the shoes of the c...
The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - IDB Episode #37
June 07, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThe interior design process is critical to getting the best interior design results when it comes to residential interior design. Listen in as professional interior designer Steven C. Adamko reveals his personal interior design process that enables him to deliver stunning results in terms of the function, the look, and the emotion of every interior design project that he does, with unerring accuracy, to the delight of his clients. Steve can be contacted at 269-888-2049 (Landline) or at sp...
The Interior Design Process of Professional Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko - IDB #37
June 07, 2022 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MBThe interior design process is critical to getting the best interior design results when it comes to residential interior design. Listen in as professional interior designer Steven C. Adamko reveals his personal interior design process that enables him to deliver stunning results in terms of the function, the look, and the emotion of every interior design project that he does, with unerring accuracy, to the delight of his clients. Steve can be contacted at 269-888-2049 (Landline) or at sp...
Raves and Rants ... Bad Advice and Good Advice - IDB Episode #36
June 01, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBNot Everything You read or hear from top designers in Architectural Digest or in books by top designers is good advice. Some is just their advice for their way of doing things in their genre with inherent limitations.
How to Hire an Interior Designer - IDB Episode #35
May 27, 2022 10:05 - 51 minutes - 47.4 MBA Not to Miss Podcast for Your Memorial Day Weekend! This will be Memorable! Thoughts, Prayers, and Appreciation for all our Military Veterans who have served and who are still serving! God Bless America! You can Hire a Great Designer by calling 269-888-2049 or emailing [email protected]
Steven C. Adamko - Professional Interior Designer, Lighting Designer, and Furniture Designer - IDB Episode #34
May 20, 2022 09:00 - 37 minutes - 34.4 MBYour host, Interior Designer, Steven C. Adamko, talks about Steven C. Adamko. Steve talks about how he got into the profession of interior design. What was the impetus and the path that he took to get to where he is now. He also talks about the people that influenced him along the way. Steve also goes into the unique gifts, talents, and attributes that position him to be an influential force in the world of interior design. Steve is a certified NCIDQ Professional Interior Designer. ...
Trends Volume 2 ... Plus Guidance and Advice to Create a Deeper and Richer Comfort Level Reality - IDB Episode #33
May 18, 2022 09:00 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MBThis Podcast is an extension as well as an elaboration on a previous Podcast revolving around trends in interior design. It merges interior design with fashion and draws analogies between interior design and the world of Haute Couture. This Podcast further establishes the need and the way to get out your comfort zone and to create a new higher level comfort zone reality, so you can enjoy your home at a higher experiential level, in a fuller and richer way.
Angi and HomeAdvisor Home Services Companies ... The Low Down - IDB Episode #32
May 13, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBThis Podcast turned out to be an unexpected extension and tie-in to the previous podcast titled "Interior Designers Near Me - Your Guide For Finding The Right One For You And Your Interior Design Project." This time my focus is on Angi (formerly known as Angie's List) and HomeAdvisor. Angi Inc. is an internet services company formed in 2017 by the merger of Angie's List and HomeAdvisor. This episode came about after I received a call from an Angi sales representative. There's some great s...
Interior Designers Near Me – Your Guide to Finding the Right One for You and Your Interior Design Project! - IDB Episode #31
May 10, 2022 09:20 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBSearching, finding, and selecting the right designer for you and your interior design project is as important as choosing a mate. It is a mini-marriage that will last as long as the project. There's a lot "riding on the line" in the form of money, time, and resources; as well as your success and happiness. This is one place you don't want to make a mistake and choose the wrong person for your interior designer. Because, if you choose the wrong interior designer, you may never recover. And,...
Google's Highest-Rated Interior Design Firm in Michigan … Liars, Fakers, and Salt and Pepper Shakers - IDB Episode #30
May 03, 2022 09:00 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this Podcast, Steve puts on the hat of Sherlock Holmes in this investigative report that uncovers the real and potential dangers of searching for the right and most appropriate interior decorator or interior designer for you. You should always be aware of the potential traps and deceptions of those who would desire that you be their clients. Everything is not always what it appears to be. That is the danger of deception. Steve is definately "all in" for Interior Design Licensing in Mi...
7 Things to Do Before You Hire an Interior Decorator or Interior Designer - IDB Episode #29
April 29, 2022 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBSteve cranks up the intensity in this podcast, in a highly passionate way, talking about the "7 Things to Do Before Hiring an Interior Decorator or Interior Designer." You can definately "feel the heat" in this podcast. You'll learn what to do and what not to do before you hire a decorator or designer. The good advice flies and the bad advice gets shot out of the sky.
Color as It Applies To Your Home and How It Affects You - IDB Episode #28
April 26, 2022 09:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBDon't let what you don't know regarding color ... hurt you in the interior design of your home. Make sure it's a "color me beautiful moment" and not a color me a black eye ... so to speak. Forget the "Color of the Year" marketing ploys and efforts by the paint companies. You tell them what you want ... Not the other way around.
Color of the Year 2022 - IDB Episode #27
April 19, 2022 09:00 - 30 minutes - 27.5 MBColor of the Year 2022. Is this the Year of Your Color? Or should you totally disregard it? How to make your final decision based on the dynamics of color and what precedes it. I shed the light on this vital topic, so you don't paint yourself into a corner.
Interior Design Trends ... Are They Your Friends? - IDB Episode #26
March 08, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBInterior Design Trends and What is in Vogue. Are they helpful or not? Inquiring Minds Want to Know! Listen in as Professional Interior Designer, Steven C. Adamko delves into this topic in 2022. So, Interior Design trends ... Are They Your Friends? ... It All Depends on How it Ends.
Interior Design Trends ... Are They Your Friends - IDB Episode 26
March 08, 2022 10:00 - 36 minutes - 33.3 MBInterior Design Trends and What is in Vogue. Are they helpful or not? Inquiring Minds Want to Know! Listen in as Professional Interior Designer, Steven C. Adamko delves into this topic in 2022. So, Interior Design trends ... Are They Your Friends? ... It All Depends on How it Ends.
Live Interior Design Seminar - IDB Episode #25
December 10, 2018 02:18 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBSit in on a Live Interior Design Seminar presented by Kalamazoo Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko ... The Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors. Discover what it takes to deliver the right "Look" with the right "Ambiance" for the total package. Website #1 Website #2
Home Buyer and Seller Advice You Can Take To the Bank – IDB Episode #24
November 14, 2018 19:40 - 17 minutes - 25.1 MBHello! … this is Steve Adamko the Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors here in Portage- Kalamazoo Michigan with a few tips and comments relative to home staging. And this is home staging tip Number One! As much as home staging can accomplish relative to the presentation of a home and the potential and possible furniture arrangements that you can see, it does not show you your furniture in that particular home. The only thing that can really do that is space planning a home to scale on...
Stage Right or Stage Left - Home Staging Insights - IDB Episode #23
November 05, 2018 04:49 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MBHome Staging Insights and Commentary from a Professional Interior Designers Point of View by Steven C. Adamko ... The Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors in Portage, Michigan.
StageRight or StageLeft - Home Staging Insights - IDB Episode #23
November 05, 2018 04:49 - 28 minutes - 20.4 MBHome Staging Insights and Commentary from a Professional Interior Designers Point of View by Steven C. Adamko ... The Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors in Portage, Michigan.
Best of Houzz Commentary - IDB Episode #22
August 24, 2018 18:01 - 15 minutes - 11.1 MBBest of Houzz Commentary. What does it really mean? What does it indicate? It may not be what you think. Listen to this revealing information by Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko.
Interior Design Deception of the Subtle Kind - IDB Episode #21
August 22, 2018 18:58 - 25 minutes - 17.6 MBThe Truth Behind Your Searches regarding Interior Design and Interior Designers ... at least some that you think are ____________. Including info on the Best of Houzz. Word-of-Mouth. Google Rankings. Hidden Treasures. Digging Deep. Google Searches Spectrum Interiors Blog Expert Author Steven C. Adamko on EzineArticles.com Steve's YouTube Channel ... "DesignAmbiance"
Choosing Paint Colors and Wall Backgrounds - IDB Episode #20__Series Episode Part 5 of 5
August 01, 2018 03:54 - 22 minutes - 31.9 MBWow ... Last Part of This Series. Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko ... Talks about How to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings – Part 5 of 5. Pictures and Window treatments as well. Steve was NCIDQ Certified in 1996 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) He is also an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster ... Lighting Designer, Furniture Designer, Licensed Builder, and Carpenter ... Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors ... Established in 1982 in Kalama...
Choosing Paint Colors and Wall Backgrounds - IDB Episode #19__Series Episode Part 4 of 5
August 01, 2018 03:51 - 27 minutes - 37.7 MBListen to Steve Adamko - Interior Designer - Portage/Kalamazoo, Michigan ... One of Michigan's Top Interior Designers ... Talk about How to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings – Part 4 of 5. Steve was NCIDQ Certified in 1996 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) He is also an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster ... Lighting Designer, Furniture Designer, Licensed Builder, and Carpenter ... Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors ... Established in 1982 i...
Choosing Paint Colors and Wall Backgrounds - IDB Episode #18__Series Episode Part 3 of 5
August 01, 2018 03:48 - 19 minutes - 27.1 MBChoose the Right Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings - Part 3 of 5. This is Steve Adamko - Interior Designer - Portage/Kalamazoo, Michigan ... One of Michigan's Top Interior Designers ... Talk about How to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings – Part 2 of 5. Steve was NCIDQ Certified in 1996 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) He is also an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster ... Lighting Designer, Furniture Designer, Licensed Buil...
Choosing Paint Colors and Wall Backgrounds - IDB Episode #17__Series Episode Part 2 of 5
August 01, 2018 03:46 - 20 minutes - 28.7 MBHow to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings - Part 2 of 5. Here We Go! This is Steve Adamko - Interior Designer - Portage/Kalamazoo, Michigan ... One of Michigan's Top Interior Designers ... Talk about How to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings – Part 2 of 5. Steve was NCIDQ Certified in 1996 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) He is also an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster ... Lighting Designer, Furniture Designer, Lice...
Choosing Paint Colors and Wall Backgrounds - IDB Episode #16__Series Episode Part 1 of 5
August 01, 2018 03:41 - 17 minutes - 24.5 MBListen to Steve Adamko - Interior Designer - Portage/Kalamazoo, Michigan ... One of Michigan's Top Interior Designers ... Talk about How to Choose Paint Colors and the Relationship of Walls to Furnishings – Part 1 of 5. Steve was NCIDQ Certified in 1996 (National Council for Interior Design Qualification) He is also an Author, Speaker, and Podcaster ... Lighting Designer, Furniture Designer, Licensed Builder, and Carpenter ... Owner and Founder of Spectrum Interiors ... Established in 1982 i...
The 10 Pivotal Roles of a Great Interior Designer - IDB Episode #15
May 12, 2018 18:09 - 22 minutes - 16.6 MBThe 10 Pivotal Roles of a Great Interior Designer! What you need to know so that you can choose the right interior designer for you and your project. In most cases you only have one shot to get it right. So understand what you are getting or should be getting. These 10 aspect are vital to the success of your project as well as to your peace of mind and enjoyment of the interior design process. The 'Interior Design Beat' Podcast with Interior Designer Steven C. Adamko.
Interior Design Seminars, Webinars, Teleseminars, and Workshops - Setting You Up for Success the Right Way - IDB Episode #14
May 09, 2018 18:47 - 21 minutes - 15 MBMy interior design seminars, webinars, and teleseminars are wonderful ways to learn about the foundational principles of interior design and decorating that will enable you to be successful in your endeavors. You may not be able to afford the full-blown services I offer as an interior designer, yet you need expert, knowledgeable guidance and instruction so that you do not waste your money. Ideally, it's about investing it properly. If you don't have lots of money lying around, then it beho...
Interior Decorator or Interior Designer ... How to Choose the Best One for You - IDB Episode #13
May 08, 2018 19:52 - 24 minutes - 17 MBGetting the right designer for you and your project is critical for your success! In truth, it is very much like a mini-marriage. Therefore, you had better get it right! You don't want to end up in design divorce court. There's too much at stake. Your time and money need to be invested wisely for design, as well as the furniture and furnishings. As they say, "You get what to pay for." When comparing decorators and designers, there is an overwhelmingly large range of talents and skills. Unf...
Revealing and Insightful Comments - Clients Talk - IDB Episode #12
May 04, 2018 04:25 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBYour home is the only environment that you can truly control and the only environment that affects your life the most. Would you want to go on an expensive design and decorating journey in uncharted waters without an expert guide?! Do you prefer a guide who can see and visualize things before you arrive at the destination? One who can explain it to you in crisp detail, so that you can see it and feel it before you get there? It’s both an exciting and secure feeling to experience! “You ca...
Business Interior Design Ambiance and the Silent Salesperson - IDB Episode #11
January 17, 2018 03:03 - 25 minutes - 19.9 MBThis Podcast is a unique combination of two inter-related topics. It’s going to be about businesses’ interiors and business office interiors, but it also has a lot of correlation to residential interior design as well. I’m going to be talking about businesses and office ambiance, as well as the silent sales person and how to capitalize on it. I’ll also describe how to discover and integrate your business mission statement with your interior design presentation. Business Interior Design Amb...
What a Feeling! Take Your Passion and Make It Happen! - IDB Episode #10
November 11, 2017 22:42 - 25 minutes - 20.2 MBAll right! We are talking about feelings today. We are talking about feelings, emotions, ambiance, and passion in interior design. You wanna take your passion and make it happen. But I'll tell you something. You need more than passion. You need skill and knowledge to make it happen. Do you remember a song from the movie, Flashdance, sung by Irene Cara? The song was called “What A Feeling.” It was all about feeling, passion, and emotion. “Take your passion and make it happen. You can have it...
Accessorizing Your Interior Design - The Little Things That Make a Big Difference - IDB Episode #9
November 11, 2017 22:40 - 28 minutes - 22.6 MBAccessorizing your interior design environment is very important. It is a mini-version of all the big stuff that came before, which includes space planning and furniture selection, etc. To obtain the right and appropriate personal enrichment of your space, you need to have a selective eye, particularly if you have done things properly from the very beginning. You don’t want to wreck things at this point and thereby diminish the total effect. If you're moving in a certain direction with ...
Focal Views vs. Focal Points in Your Interior Design and Interior Decorating - IDB Episode #8
November 11, 2017 22:39 - 33 minutes - 25.6 MBHere and now, I am challenging you to think about and become aware of compositions in your interior design environment, and from a completely different angle and point of view. I’ll be comparing interior design focal points with focal views that I promote in a way like you have never heard before! In the realm of interior design, you always hear a lot about focal points. You need your room or rooms to be engaging from all directions. You have to consider that you're going to be looking at ...
Lighting Your Residential Interiors - How to See and Be Seen in the Right Light - IDB Episode #7
November 11, 2017 22:38 - 24 minutes - 19.9 MBWithout a doubt, lighting is one of the most important elements in your interior design environment. Proper lighting enhances the mood of your room, and in many cases, it is the dominating influence in creating the mood. It's all about Lighting Your Residential Interiors ... Right! Flexibility and adjustability are two of the greatest powers in lighting. Because of this, you can vary the lighting effect and the expression of any room. With the flick of a switch or the dial of a rheostat, y...
The Use of Color to Express Personality in Your Interior Design and Decorating - IDB Episode #6
November 11, 2017 22:37 - 25 minutes - 20.6 MBYou're going to discover some fascinating information on 'The Use of Color to Express Personality in Your Interior Design and Decorating.' Nothing is more personal than color, and nothing expresses your personality with clearer or more unmistakable attraction than color! So, it's a pretty big, impactful, and important element to design. Sensitive and insightful vision must be employed when presenting, composing, and allocating colors for your environments. The primary and secondary color...
Excellence in Your Your Interior Design and Decorating - IDB Episode #5
November 11, 2017 22:36 - 27 minutes - 21.7 MBSkillful interior design is about expertly choosing and combining various elements while recognizing excellence within each individual component. And when done skillfully, all the parts will add up to one masterful statement. Excellence in design is not as simple as you would think. Upon closer inspection, you will realize that the majority of homes and places around have average and mediocre interior designs. A home is really a complex composition, made up of many interrelated elements wh...
The Importance of a Master Plan for Your Residential Interior Design - IDB Episode #4
November 11, 2017 22:34 - 24 minutes - 19.4 MBMake sure you don't overlook the power and The Importance of a Master Plan for Your Residential Interior Design. A master plan for your interior design project is of vital importance, since your money and your time are inseparable. It is critical that your money, your time, your energy, and your resources are allocated properly. Together, let’s develop a master plan right away to orchestrate all the components that go into producing great interior designs. A master plan is very much l...
Getting Your Interior Design and Decorating Started Right - IDB Episode #3
November 11, 2017 19:52 - 28 minutes - 22.2 MBGetting Your Interior Design and Decorating Started Right. That's the way you need to do it. You definitely want to start things off right the first time. Here, I’m giving you some of the principles and ideologies that will help set you on a firm and solid foundation. It is very important and necessary to find out what you truly need and want. Then follow a few age-old foundational principles in order to acquire the success that you're striving for. A few easily understood principles wil...
The Concept Holds the Magic Key to Your Interior Design and Decorating - IDB Episode #2
November 11, 2017 00:22 - 24 minutes - 19.3 MBThe concept holds the magic key to your interior design and decorating. The Idea, or the Concept, is the "Big Deal.” Before we can do anything, we must clearly understand what we want or desire to do in your home or environment. No one can be so naïve as to suppose that vague ideas and hazy, undefined concepts will get you anywhere. The process is not very difficult to understand. However, it can never be successfully employed if you do not know precisely what you're trying to do. There...
The Magic of Ambiance in Your Residential Interior Design ... vs. Just a 'Look' - IDB Episode #1
November 09, 2017 22:02 - 13 minutes - 11.8 MBTruly in regards to interior design and decorating it's all about the magic and excitement of Ambiance! This goes far beyond a look! How many know what Ambiance really is or how to achieve it! Why is Ambiance so important? I’ll be quite frank with you. Without Ambiance you end up with basically just a “Look.” And a look to me doesn't really incorporate the depth of your personality and character, as well as other attributes of that nature. It’s rather superficial, and it doesn't express ...