Q & A - ANSWERING YOUR QUESTIONS ON DESIGN BUSINESS AND MY PERSONAL LIFE- HONEST & VULNERABLE

[@Dania34]

I still can’t get over how generous Sophie and her team are with us with their information and insights. We are so lucky to live in this era of social media where we get a glimpse into this beautiful world. And the inspiration of how Sophie has built this business is never-ending and so phenomenal to witness. Makes me so happy that someone so wonderful is thriving! 💗

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you that is the loveliest comment

[@proseccoqueen3636]

This young woman is a success story! I keep her in mind when my kids come to me for advice on finding what they love and making it support them mentally and monetarily.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you that is a lovely compliment

[@ppsthlm]

Anthony is so sweet, such a lovely personality. Seems like a kind soul.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

He is the best. We all love him

[@rebeccafrancis8227]

I don’t think you give yourself enough credit. You have a very professional side and a family side that is well balanced. You talk about your family almost in every video which makes you a great mom to me. I love all your designs and consider you “the best”!! Greetings from the USA. PS the embroidered wallpaper is my favorite!!!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you Rebecca. My kids and family are the most important thing in my life. I love my work too. Im so lucky. Thank you for your lovely compliment 😘

[@brontec9769]

Love this kind of video as we can see why you are so successful. Your work is so beautiful and of course you have reached a level of success that most can only aspire to, however you are so grounded and humble, it's clear why your team stays with you. I can imagine you are an incredible boss who shares their success with those around them and lifts other up, making this world a better place. Thank you for sharing!

[@HKKHblademaster]

Long time fan I don't usually comment but I really valued the authenticity of this video. Thank you for all the tips I really have loved all the fly on the wall interior design content. It's been very inspiring!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you for commenting- I read every one and really appreciate it. Especially when I’ve opened up a bit more it’s so nice to hear that it resonated with others ☺️

[@sarabrowne6681]

So inspiring; love the way you share life in such a graceful way! 💙

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you so much!

[@dsmith9796]

Dear Sophie, I always enjoy your vlogs and stay until the end! As a retired nurse I really appreciate you being open and informative about having a breast abscess - few people would want to talk about that on social media. I've had two English Springer Spaniels - they were great family dogs. Hello, from SC, USA.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you. It’s so important to raise awareness. I really didn’t know where to turn and it was so painful and scary. My heart goes out to anyone experiencing it. Spaniels are lovely. And well done you on being a nurse- the most incredible job there is and nurses work so hard I am in awe of them. We would all be lost without you 🙏🏼

[@dsmith9796]

@@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd , thank you for taking the time to write such a kind response!

[@bettyscheiner114]

I live in US and have been in Interior Design for over 26 years. I have seen so much change in design and relationships with clients. It really is a different time than even 10 years ago. I love Interior Design and it has been my Passion since I was a very young girl. I have often felt like throwing up my hands and just retire but I love it so much and I am thrilled to hear you say that some of your Favorite Designers are in their 70's and that this is a Career for Life. I feel like GOD has given me a gift and I so want to continue to do what I love. You will have to stay tuned in to the Business side and really grow and change with what is going on with your Clients and knowing yourself WHAT TYPE of client you desire to work with and focus on that... Thank You Sophie. :-)

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

You are so right. It’s working out what client is right for YOY. Not just what client you are right for. And that is OK. We need to learn that as a Customer service industry that respects ourselves and our teams. 😘

[@MoonLightOnWater1]

I can’t wait for your interior design classes!

[@yoyoyazzy]

I love how transparent Sophie is! One day I will be able to engage SPI for a home, but until then I will be taking notes from all your videos and TikTok’s, and patiently awaiting your course for my home Reno!!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you. I’ve got lots more content coming and I can’t wait to launch the course! It’s going to be amazing 🤩

[@kyracl7318]

Such an informative video - thank you to both for filming this and sharing your knowledge! Really enjoyed watching it x

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🤍

[@claudiamann7111]

Thank you so much for answering all these fabulous questions. So good to get so many hints and tips. Can't wait to see some of the new launches.

[@AndrewKeaveney85]

Sophie has inspired me so much to so much out of life. Thank you for being here ❤

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you for watching and taking the time to share that 🙏🏼😊

[@poisonedchalice]

Love your videos and always look forward to them ❤ I respect and admire how honest and authentic you are. Thank you 🙏

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you so much!

[@harleymac6308]

I love your content Sophie. I've been looking forward to this video. Thank you

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

I'm so glad! I hope you enjoyed it. I love the days I get to post and interact on here with you all ☺️

[@monica4158]

The last question - brilliant!!! Was not expecting to hear that! Good on you Sophie.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Glad you enjoyed it! This is what I love about kids and life- you never stop learning about yourself and kids push you out your comfort zone and you learn new things to enjoy 😉

[@thatswhatilike_]

Totally loved this video and can’t wait for the launch of your training course ❤ Also hello to my car boot friend and it’s always lovely to spend time with you there and let my doggies play with Ava. ❤ hope to see you soon. Massive hugs, Claire xx

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thanks Claire! See you soon hopefully!

[@thatswhatilike_]

@@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd let’s hope the weather gets better so that I can see you before the car boot season finishes for the year xx

[@AmayaLuxe]

Such an inspiration! I've been following you for so many years now and really appreciate your honesty and transparency. 🎉

[@shelleyhuskey1216]

I always learn something from your videos and look forward to using some of your tips very soon! ❤. Thanks Sophie & Anthony!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

You are so welcome!

[@deepthir503]

You are my inspiration Sophie. Thank you so much for sharing and posting this❤❤❤❤. I really enjoyed watching this ❤❤❤❤❤. Lots of Love❤❤❤❤❤.

[@s.d.4136]

Yey! New video! I was going to cook dinner, but the family can survive without one tonight:))

[@colberplm]

I know I wait anxiously for her to drop her vids also.

[@aliyahnaeem2158]

😂

[@zsuzsannagutaynetoth5355]

😂😂 For my family it was 30-40 min. delay. I put the blame on Sophie! 😂 But finally I somehow managed both! I am quite sure you also did! 😊 Love these videos just as you guys!❤

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Laughing! This wins funniest comment of the day. That is what a toaster or takeout is for. Hope you enjoyed it 😊

[@s.d.4136]

@@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd Yes, as always very sincere and open it was. Thank you so much 😊

[@bellapaps]

Thank you so so much for your honesty Sophie! Your answer about your breast abscess and the help you have at home really resonate with me as a first time mum who’s just returned to work ❤

[@interiordesignschool]

The laughing tears! I love the strength of your team. So inspiring ❤

[@samtakhandhia1012]

Thank you for this great vlog Sophie. I really enjoyed listening to you and Anthony answer questions and give advice on the industry. Interestingly I have been considering a stair runner for our home and as luck would have you discussed it ! I also like how you ended the vlog with an honest conversation about very personal experiences. Thank you for sharing this with us and keeping it real. ❤

[@aoifegannon6542]

Hi Sophie, Loved this video ❤ thank you for sharing we all really appreciate it 🥰 x

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching

[@janicesomersall-french6784]

Thank you for sharing it was informative and educational. Thank you for your honesty.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stephaniebressan8840]

Could you share the paints colors in the description you were recommending?

[@naiveinteriordesign]

Really great, and so generous to share so much wonderful insight! ❤

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@aoifegannon6542]

P.S where are your mugs from? 😍 xxx

[@cristinap7133]

I love your guys ideas, making our places liveable- homy, not cold showrooms

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you- that’s exactly what we aim for each time 🤍

[@rjgordon77]

I completely love your personality! You’re so transparent and can tell you enjoy what you do. Thank you for sharing!

[@sexydentist]

Where are the coffee mugs from? I love the colours ❤

[@noaquiacallahanbanks8983]

Cii ok gratulations in the gorgeous office! Would you mind sharing where you purchased the beautiful coffee mugs? Thank you 😊

[@calvinliu6304]

Hi Sophie, It's so good to see you

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

It’s good to be here

[@yasminbrownbill7344]

Fantastic video! Learnt so much. Thank you Sophie and Anthony😃🙌🏽

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Our pleasure!

[@libbyeaves9960]

Such a lovely video? Are the makeup bag and wallet also Songmont? Thank you so much! X

[@dianaa6868]

Thank you for answering all these questions! I learnt a ton! For people wanting software for mood boards, canva in an online app with a free version that works great!

[@faithanddining8981]

I truly love your designs. ❤ The best, in my opinion.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you that’s so kind

[@JacquelineDixon-td5qg]

I noticed something.....in the last little bit of the video the plant to your right is casting similar shadows to the marble veining on the backsplash! I don't know if this was intentional but it nicely balanced the screen as you were filming!

[@smgreenartsprivate]

Milanote is a free trial version app can at least get you started with mood board. Great ideas all round my question is would you ever use wood and tile in a bath area. I would love to see a patio design at some point how you would tackle that. Has your wallpaper design ever been incorporated into tile designs for splashback or bath tile or floor tiles? Also wondering if you have ever designed for a commercial unit like an office or restaurant outside your own that is. Or even a hotel? just curious :) I had an abscess after a breast surgery reduction was horrid and more than once I wish I had known there were supports then. Luckily I haven't had one since then thankfully so checking yourself every month does help alleviate anxiety around that. Thanks for sharing Sophie and team :)

[@vcraci]

Would you write the name of the neutral wall colors? I cannot understand the names and the color is that of my favorite of your projects!!! Please!!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

It’s khaki mist 6 by dulux and quarter harbour grey by Zoffany

[@vcraci]

Thank you so so much!!!! I love your channel and your style. Your biggest fan since long long time ago!

[@so0cool0me]

Great video! Very informative. Can you please share the paint codes mentioned

[@missc541]

Great video Sophie and Anthony. 💕

[@annawright5440]

Thank you for sharing - loved it.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@elizabethsethi3857]

Loved this! May I ask what type of tree in the background?

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

It’s a faux tree. Wild wood London do similar

[@hopechambers]

I love your videos Sophie x

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you that means a lot 🥹

[@Lapetitepocahontas]

Can you please provide info about the faux tree behind you? In the meeting room? The leaves are lovely.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Wild wood London do similar ones ☺️

[@pia9343]

Target had one very similar!!!

[@bridgetfoley5302]

You are amazing - thank you for your honestly

[@matildebetti8760]

thank you so so much for sharing all this information

[@dorienvullers1814]

I really enjoyed this Q&A! Very interesting. X

[@myrahouse2368]

That was interesting Thankyou guys x I asked the Universe for a chocolate and tan Doberman … I ended up with a tiny miniature Dashound she is so perfect 💕😁

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

I love daschunds so much they are one of life’s joys

[@raqueldeclase6082]

Love the video. Is your bracket Tiffany?

[@SeyoDeline]

There is a company in greater Manchester that does radiators that are actually skirtings 😊 good alternative if you can't have underfloor heating.

[@MyYoutube-j2u]

Love that you said Janitor and not the pc version of "facilities co-coordinator" :)

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

I didn’t realise it wasn’t PC 😬 but the PC police are getting out of control these days 🤣

[@Hope-uq1vn]

Could you note the name of the supplier of the faux tree in your video other than Wild Wood London please?

[@cmaice]

Love this, thank you for this Q&A. But can I just say that I am mesmerised by the background. Can't listen on my first viewing coz i'm too busy dissecting every element of the room that's visible. The background is just so beautiful, it's almost yummy. Now, i'm going to have another go and actually listen.

[@cb3014]

Can i ask where the tree/pot behind is from please?

[@aliyahnaeem2158]

*runs to the kitchen to make a bowl of popcorn before devouring this video*

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

🤣🤣 🍿 enjoy!

[@sueburkhalter8045]

love my Songmont bags!

[@Stella-nt5iv]

I love your work; the subtleties of combinations of colours and textures are admirable, but do you have any constraints in your choices regarding the toxicity of materials? We are currently renovating our home and have become very concerned by increasing evidence about the long term effects on health of the off-gassing by materials (paints, carpets, wallpapers, soft furnishings etc). We find it very difficult to achieve an aesthetically pleasing result as there are very few companies in the UK providing non toxic or low VOCs products.

[@anniepun7493]

Sorry I missed the warm white paint colours mentioned by Anthony... would you mind repeating please?

[@jessruhl24]

What if the carpet is painfully thin and then you later a nice thicker wool over that? I have terrible ugly thin carpet that I’m desperate to cover

[@Assham6]

Is Antony from Middlesbrough?

[@denide38mason]

Haha from Blackhall

[@michellel2305]

It's a nice bag, but the code doesn't work. It keeps saying invalid.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

That’s strange we just checked it and it is working

[@michellel2305]

@@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd Thank you for your quick reply, I tried again today and it works! just ordered! and I LOVE your design soooo much by the way!!

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you! I hope you love your bag as much as I love mine 😊

[@AmBrit13]

Did anyone catch the names of the neutral colors?

[@sibstudio1]

Car boot sales are the best!!

[@victoriagonzalez7968]

Hello Sophie/Team, I just got a chance to review this video. Well done! Personally, I graduated from design school and earned my bachelor's degree in fine arts in interior design which was going wonderfully before covid hit. After that, I felt that the school declined in their teaching and was left to tutor myself. But was committed to completing my studies which I have. However I still feel I need that Hands-On training that I never received during class. As a result I've been unable to retain employment. What recommendations could you make for me to really focus on at the beginning stages of my career. Also I look forward to reviewing your coursework provided that it's affordable. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful business and practices with us. Stay blessed.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

I recommend trying to get internships in the meantime whilst you look for a job and if you impress them during the internship they may offer you a job

[@bettemader3732]

Wonderful. Thanks so much for sharing

[@lilyg4925]

Hi Sophie, I admire you from every direction. I think you’re definitely a success story, but I just simply like the way you are. ✋I do want to say that before you endorse anybody, please make sure that the company delivers what they promise otherwise it ruins your reputation. I had a very bad experience with LilySilk Their definition of quality does not make my standard. I was unhappy with the quality and yet they refused to give me my money back and they have given me nothing but a very hard time. As a company they need to realize that a happy customer means growth for the company. In fact they don’t allow the customer to put in an honest review if it’s not what they want they don’t let you post it. How’s that for honesty? The only reason why I purchased from them was because of you.

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Hi Lily thanks for reaching out and your kind comments. I’m sorry to hear you had a bad experience with Lily silk. That is very disappointing to hear. I haven’t heard of any other bad experiences prior to this but I am very selective in who I will promote as I don’t want to be aligned with poor service in another company. I hope they resolve it for you

[@mansoor3159]

Sophie How are you doing today I hope you are doing good and How's your health and How's Everything🥹🌸💕✨ and I will always support you so so so so so much

[@tellytighe]

My question: What do you see when you look in the mirror? Btw I just love your taste. Well done on your success. X

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

Thank you. I don’t spend much time looking in the mirror but I am happy with what I see. I appreciate what my body has done for me and I am happy with myself and where I am in life. I always say this is as young as we’ll ever be. In terms of mentally I feel good about my life choices and how I live my life and treat others. ☺️🙏🏼

[@aishashah1627]

All this content and education for free?! Thank you Sophie Patterson🥹❤️

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

So glad it’s helpful. I’m bringing out a masterclass next year that will cover even more detail and design advice. You can sign up to the waiting list if it’s of interest

[@graemejones2061]

Car boots, Who'd guessed.....you should have stayed until the end bloggers

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

🤣🤣

[@MimiYouyu]

Volume seems low?

[@sophiepatersoninteriorsltd]

We had an issue with one of the microphones but did our best 🤣☺️

[@laurawolf9613]

🥰

[@SaimaWaheed-yf3vg]

Respect, you resemble with my 3-4friends maybe

[@MaYo13-o5x]

Nice video

[@basmam9327]

i do not like kiling animals and skinning them to make bags and shoes, it is a crime ..merciless and a barbaric and brutal abomination, l call on you to refuse and refrain from wearing animal skins

[@hintex487]

❤❤

[@FabulousFattyKim]

Headboards in real or faux leather are wipeclean - no more greasy hair or hand marks 🥳