Southern Elegance: Exploring Charleston Design with Betsy Berry

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Welcome back to Couture & Construction! In today’s episode, host Andrew Denny sits with Betsy Berry, founder and principal designer of B. Berry Interiors, in Charleston, South Carolina. Betsy shares her journey from growing up in the Lowcountry to working for one of the top design firms in New York City and eventually starting her own firm.

Andrew and Betsy discuss Southern Charm, community, and historical preservation amidst modern influences. Highlights include the balancing act of growing a business and challenges such as the impact that weather has on historic homes. 

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Episode Timestamps: 

01:08 Meet Betsy Berry

03:32 Betsy’s Journey into Design

03:51 Influence of Southern Roots

05:30 New York Adventures

08:24 Starting B. Berry Interiors

12:07 Defining Southern Elegance

14:10 Balancing Historical and Modern Design

21:54 Sourcing Materials in Charleston

25:43 Charleston's Expanding Design Influence

33:14 B. Berry Interiors' Unique Approach

35:08 Rapid Fire Questions

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About Couture & Construction: Hosted by Andrew Denny of Textures Nashville, Couture & Construction is an uplifting podcast dedicated to the many different aspects of the luxury building industry. Through thoughtful conversations with makers and business owners, Couture & Construction is a weekly podcast that breaks down the luxury side of the construction industry. Join us as we share the stories and introduce you to the people behind beautiful spaces. 

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