EP 248 | Running an Interior Design Business Abroad with Allison Crawford

November 16, 2021

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Can you successfully run an interior design business while living in another country?

In this episode, Kimberley Seldon is joined by Allison Crawford to discuss entrepreneurship, travel, and the challenges of managing a thriving design business across continents.

After combining her passion for real estate and interior design by opening a design-focused Airbnb, Allison made the leap from Austin, Texas to Paris, France—all while continuing to manage active projects back home. This conversation explores how strong systems, adaptability, and clear processes make that level of flexibility possible.

If you’ve ever dreamed of building a business that supports more freedom and adventure, this episode will inspire you to think bigger.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to turn a personal passion into a profitable business opportunity
• What goes into launching and managing a successful Airbnb property
• Why travel expands creativity and design perspective
• The impact of charging for consultations with confidence
• How strong systems support business growth and flexibility
• Why clear processes become even more valuable as your business evolves

 

DESIGN INTERVENTION

Pick a path and stick to it. Stay the course.

About Allison Crawford

Allison Crawford is the Founder of Allison Crawford Design and HOTELette a boutique vacation rental in Austin, TX. Her interiors tell daring and soulful stories. Allison earned her Bachelor of Arts from Southern Methodist University and studied Gothic Literature at University College in Oxford, England, and Interior Design at New York University. She currently resides in Paris, where she explores art and architecture with her daughter, husband, and an old school b+w film camera.

www.allisoncrawforddesign.com

www.hotelette.com

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Legal Disclosure | This podcast is for educational purposes only and provides general business advice for interior designers and design professionals. It is not intended as individual legal, accounting, or professional guidance. Kimberley Seldon and Business of Design® make no guarantees regarding accuracy and are not liable for how information is used. Strategies shared may not apply to every situation—listeners should seek qualified legal, financial, or professional advice before making business decisions. References and resources mentioned may change over time.

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