A Dialogue with Gemma Gillett

18 July

Episode 03

In this episode we meet interior designer Gemma Gillett from Studio Gemma. In this Design Dialogue we talk to Gemma about her journey to starting her own interior design firm, what it’s like working with a small family and the joy of joinery.

EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of The Design Dialogues, Gemma from Studio Gemma discusses her background in interior design and her passion for natural stone over engineered stone. Some of the key points discussed are

1. The importance of educating clients about the benefits of natural stone, such as its durability and ability to be refinished.
2. Gemma also encourages designers to spend time with tradespeople to learn more about materials and techniques, and to build strong relationships with reliable tradespeople.
3. Gemma and Beth also talk about the need for designers to be be confident in their knowledge and not be afraid to ask questions or challenge narratives that may not be accurate.

KEY PARTS IN THE DIALOGUE

07.36 - Gemma and Beth discuss the health of the Australian interior design scene

11.02 - Gemma talks about how she navigates living out of Sydney and having Sydney based clients.

23.25 - Gemma and Beth discuss the the juggle of small children and growing a business

38.51 - Gemma and Beth discuss natural stone and how as interior designers it is our role to educate clients through the selections process

1.00.45 - Gemma goes into detail about the different things that affect the price of joinery.

HOW CAN YOU CONNECT WITH THE GUEST

www.studiogemma.com.au

Instagram @_studiogemma_

RESOURCES MENTIONED

Keep an eye out for Gemma’s resources on joinery and stone.

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