<![CDATA[Design with Impact]]>Design with Impact is a podcast for interior designers who want to create beautiful, sustainable, and healthy spaces—while building a purposeful, profitable business.

Hosted by interior designer and sustainability advocate Alex Shield, this show explores sustainable interior design, eco-friendly materials, and non-toxic homes, giving you practical tools to design with intention and reduce environmental impact.

Each week, you’ll hear solo episodes and expert conversations covering indoor air quality, healthy materials, circular design, low-waste renovations, passive design strategies, and wellness-focused interiors—all broken down into actionable steps you can apply in real projects.

You’ll also learn how to market a sustainable design business, attract aligned clients, and stand out in a growing industry focused on health, sustainability, and conscious living.

Whether you’re new to sustainable design or ready to deepen your expertise, Design with Impact will help you design smarter, create healthier homes, and build a business that truly makes a difference.

🎙 New episodes weekly.

]]>www.alexshielddesign.comRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:16:07 GMTThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:40:44 GMT60Alex Shield<p><b>Design with Impact</b> is a podcast for interior designers who want to create beautiful, <b>sustainable, and healthy spaces</b>—while building a purposeful, profitable business.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by interior designer and sustainability advocate Alex Shield, this show explores <b>sustainable interior design</b>, <b>eco-friendly materials</b>, and <b>non-toxic homes</b>, giving you practical tools to design with intention and reduce environmental impact.</p><p></p><p>Each week, you’ll hear solo episodes and expert conversations covering <b>indoor air quality</b>, <b>healthy materials</b>, <b>circular design</b>, <b>low-waste renovations</b>, <b>passive design strategies</b>, and <b>wellness-focused interiors</b>—all broken down into actionable steps you can apply in real projects.</p><p></p><p>You’ll also learn how to <b>market a sustainable design business</b>, attract aligned clients, and stand out in a growing industry focused on health, sustainability, and conscious living.</p><p></p><p>Whether you’re new to sustainable design or ready to deepen your expertise, <i>Design with Impact</i> will help you design smarter, create healthier homes, and build a business that truly makes a difference.</p><p></p><p>🎙 New episodes weekly.</p>episodicAlex Shieldinfo@alexshielddesign.comno<![CDATA[Episode 1: What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it Matters More Than Ever)]]>Episode 1: What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it Matters More Than Ever)

What is sustainable interior design—and why should every designer be paying attention?

In this foundational episode of Design with Impact, Alex Shield breaks down what sustainable interior design really means beyond aesthetics. From reducing environmental impact to creating healthier spaces, this episode explores how design decisions shape not only our homes—but our planet and well-being.

You’ll learn why the design industry plays a major role in global waste, how everyday materials can impact human health, and what it actually looks like to design with intention. Alex also shares her 5 core principles of sustainable interior design, giving you practical ways to start making more conscious choices today—whether you're a designer or simply designing your own home.

If you're ready to rethink the way you approach interiors and create spaces that truly support people and the planet, this episode is your starting point.

Because sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s the future of design.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • What sustainable interior design actually means
  • The true environmental impact of the design industry
  • How interiors affect human health and well-being
  • Why sustainability is a responsibility—not a trend
  • The connection between materials, air quality, and wellness
  • How to start making more sustainable design decisions today

Connect & Continue the Conversation

  • Join the Design with Impact community on SKOOL
  • Follow on Instagram: @designwithimpact_
  • Share this episode with a fellow designer
  • Leave a review to help grow the movement
]]>f01441fd-b454-4f69-acfb-d46e3fe7c13cTue, 21 Apr 2026 09:00:00 GMT<p>Episode 1: What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it Matters More Than Ever)</p><p></p><p>What is sustainable interior design—and why should every designer be paying attention?</p><p></p><p>In this foundational episode of <i>Design with Impact</i>, Alex Shield breaks down what sustainable interior design really means beyond aesthetics. From reducing environmental impact to creating healthier spaces, this episode explores how design decisions shape not only our homes—but our planet and well-being.</p><p></p><p>You’ll learn why the design industry plays a major role in global waste, how everyday materials can impact human health, and what it actually looks like to design with intention. Alex also shares her <b>5 core principles of sustainable interior design</b>, giving you practical ways to start making more conscious choices today—whether you're a designer or simply designing your own home.</p><p></p><p>If you're ready to rethink the way you approach interiors and create spaces that truly support people and the planet, this episode is your starting point.</p><p></p><p>Because sustainability isn’t a trend—it’s the future of design.</p><p></p><h2>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</h2><ul><li>What sustainable interior design actually means</li><li>The true environmental impact of the design industry</li><li>How interiors affect human health and well-being</li><li>Why sustainability is a responsibility—not a trend</li><li>The connection between materials, air quality, and wellness</li><li>How to start making more sustainable design decisions today</li></ul><p></p><h2>Connect &amp; Continue the Conversation</h2><ul><li>Join the <b>Design with Impact community</b> on <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.skool.com/design-with-impact-3994/about" target="_blank">SKOOL</a></li><li>Follow on Instagram: <b>@designwithimpact_</b></li><li>Share this episode with a fellow designer</li><li>Leave a review to help grow the movement</li></ul>no00:07:40Episode 1: What is Sustainable Interior Design (and Why it Matters More Than Ever)full<![CDATA[Episode 2: Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled Interiors]]>Episode 2: Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled Interiors

What if the most beautiful pieces in your designs didn’t come from a catalog—but from what others throw away?

In this episode of Design with Impact, Alex sits down with Montreal-based designer Philippe Charlebois-Gomez, founder of Studio Botté, to explore how discarded materials can become stunning, one-of-a-kind lighting—and why upcycling needs to become standard practice in interior design.

From salvaging street finds to collaborating with clients on meaningful, story-driven pieces, Philippe shares how circular design is reshaping the industry—and how you can start integrating it into your projects today.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

  • What sustainable interior design really looks like in practice
  • The difference between circular design and upcycling
  • How to source reclaimed materials for your projects
  • Why reuse should be a core design principle—not an afterthought
  • How to build a network of makers, artisans, and reuse resources
  • The value of creating custom, story-driven design pieces
  • How working with local artisans enhances the client experience
  • Why limiting shipping and sourcing locally reduces environmental impact

Connect with Philippe

]]>4f2f1881-32c8-4a49-b1a3-af47f374203aTue, 21 Apr 2026 09:15:00 GMT<p><b>Episode 2: Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled Interiors</b></p><p></p><p>What if the most beautiful pieces in your designs didn’t come from a catalog—but from what others throw away?</p><p></p><p>In this episode of <i>Design with Impact</i>, Alex sits down with Montreal-based designer <b>Philippe Charlebois-Gomez</b>, founder of Studio Botté, to explore how discarded materials can become stunning, one-of-a-kind lighting—and why <b>upcycling needs to become standard practice in interior design</b>.</p><p></p><p>From salvaging street finds to collaborating with clients on meaningful, story-driven pieces, Philippe shares how circular design is reshaping the industry—and how you can start integrating it into your projects today.</p><p></p><h2>What You’ll Learn in This Episode</h2><ul><li>What <b>sustainable interior design</b> really looks like in practice</li><li>The difference between <b>circular design and upcycling</b></li><li>How to source <b>reclaimed materials</b> for your projects</li><li>Why reuse should be a <b>core design principle—not an afterthought</b></li><li>How to build a <b>network of makers, artisans, and reuse resources</b></li><li>The value of creating <b>custom, story-driven design pieces</b></li><li>How working with local artisans enhances the <b>client experience</b></li><li>Why limiting shipping and sourcing locally reduces environmental impact</li></ul><p></p><h2>Connect with Philippe</h2><ul><li>Instagram: @studio.botte</li><li>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.studiobotte.com" target="_blank">www.studiobotte.com</a></li></ul>no01:10:59Episode 2: Rethinking Waste: The Power of Upcycled Interiorsfull<![CDATA[Welcome to Design with Impact]]>Sustainable Interior Design for Healthier Spaces and Meaningful Impact

Sustainable interior design isn’t a trend—it’s the future.
If you’re an interior designer who wants to create beautiful, healthy spaces and build a purpose-driven, profitable business, you’re in the right place.

In this teaser episode of Design with Impact, host Alex Shield shares the story behind her shift into sustainable interior design—from confronting industry waste to uncovering the hidden health risks in everyday materials like formaldehyde, PFAS, and flame retardants.

What started as a personal journey—sparked by the documentary The True Cost and designing her son’s nursery—quickly became a mission to help designers rethink how we create spaces, source materials, and serve our clients.

What to expect from the Podcast:

Each week, you’ll get actionable insights on:

  • Eco-friendly materials & healthy home design
  • Sustainable systems and processes for your design business
  • Marketing and positioning your brand to attract aligned, values-driven clients

Who it's for:

Interior designers who want to:

  • Design more sustainably without feeling overwhelmed
  • Create healthier, non-toxic homes
  • Build a profitable, values-driven interior design business

Sustainability isn’t optional anymore—it’s the future of design.

Hit Follow to learn how to reduce waste, design with intention, and create real impact—without sacrificing beauty or profitability.

Links:

Website

Instagram

LinkedIn

]]>d469447c-d2b9-4450-a764-b5a57abdb218Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:57:23 GMT<p><b>Sustainable Interior Design for Healthier Spaces and Meaningful Impact</b></p><p></p><p>Sustainable interior design isn’t a trend—it’s the future.<br />If you’re an interior designer who wants to create beautiful, healthy spaces <i>and</i> build a purpose-driven, profitable business, you’re in the right place.</p><p></p><p>In this teaser episode of <i>Design with Impact</i>, host Alex Shield shares the story behind her shift into sustainable interior design—from confronting industry waste to uncovering the hidden health risks in everyday materials like formaldehyde, PFAS, and flame retardants.</p><p></p><p>What started as a personal journey—sparked by the documentary <i>The True Cost</i> and designing her son’s nursery—quickly became a mission to help designers rethink how we create spaces, source materials, and serve our clients.</p><p></p><p><b>What to expect from the Podcast:</b></p><p></p><p>Each week, you’ll get actionable insights on:</p><ul><li><b>Eco-friendly materials &amp; healthy home design</b></li><li><b>Sustainable systems and processes</b> for your design business</li><li><b>Marketing and positioning</b> your brand to attract aligned, values-driven clients</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Who it's for:</b></p><p></p><p>Interior designers who want to:</p><ul><li>Design more sustainably without feeling overwhelmed</li><li>Create healthier, non-toxic homes</li><li>Build a <b>profitable, values-driven interior design business</b></li></ul><p></p><p>Sustainability isn’t optional anymore—it’s the future of design.</p><p></p><p>Hit <b>Follow</b> to learn how to reduce waste, design with intention, and create real impact—without sacrificing beauty or profitability.</p><p></p><p>Links:</p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.alexshielddesign.com" target="_blank">Website</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/designwithimpact_/" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexshielddesign/" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a></p>no00:03:46Welcome to Design with Impactfull