Listen "Realize your vision through interior design | Ep. 8 with Lori Ann Dinkins"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of Smith Lane, we sit down with Lori Ann Dinkins, President & CEO of Mood Interior Designs. Mood Interior Designs specializes in design projects for multifamily properties, student housing, and homebuilders. Lori's approach is simple yet impactful: "How can we help you achieve your vision?"
In our discussion with Lori, she emphasizes the importance of engaging designers early in the development process to maximize the full potential of a space. Lori dives into common misconceptions about the role of interior designers, and highlights how her team advocates for both the client's vision and the community's end users.
She also shares exciting news about a new service from Mood Interior Designs – Mood Procure – launching at the end of this Summer. This turn-key service provides procurement for residential, multifamily, and student housing projects including product tracking, warehousing, and installation.
Tune in to hear Lori's passion for “realizing the vision” of spaces and her expert tips for getting the most out of working with an interior design firm.
About Lori
Lori Ann Dinkins is the President & CEO of Mood Interior Designs. Lori has identified an underserved market in the commercial housing industry and surrounds herself with hardworking professionals who are eager to jump off the cliff of opportunity with her every day.
Having managed millions of dollars in strategic capital improvements as part of value-add investments, Lori created a design process that helps clients accomplish the investment plan often created during underwriting. In this way Operators have a very clear picture of FF&E costs, to plan accurately, and not be surprised late in the game.
When Lori isn’t walking properties or zooming with her 100% remote team, she loves spending time with her favorite people (aka Family), traveling the world, and playing golf.
Connect with Lori
linkedin.com/in/lori-ann-dinkins/
moodinteriordesigns.com/
In our discussion with Lori, she emphasizes the importance of engaging designers early in the development process to maximize the full potential of a space. Lori dives into common misconceptions about the role of interior designers, and highlights how her team advocates for both the client's vision and the community's end users.
She also shares exciting news about a new service from Mood Interior Designs – Mood Procure – launching at the end of this Summer. This turn-key service provides procurement for residential, multifamily, and student housing projects including product tracking, warehousing, and installation.
Tune in to hear Lori's passion for “realizing the vision” of spaces and her expert tips for getting the most out of working with an interior design firm.
About Lori
Lori Ann Dinkins is the President & CEO of Mood Interior Designs. Lori has identified an underserved market in the commercial housing industry and surrounds herself with hardworking professionals who are eager to jump off the cliff of opportunity with her every day.
Having managed millions of dollars in strategic capital improvements as part of value-add investments, Lori created a design process that helps clients accomplish the investment plan often created during underwriting. In this way Operators have a very clear picture of FF&E costs, to plan accurately, and not be surprised late in the game.
When Lori isn’t walking properties or zooming with her 100% remote team, she loves spending time with her favorite people (aka Family), traveling the world, and playing golf.
Connect with Lori
linkedin.com/in/lori-ann-dinkins/
moodinteriordesigns.com/
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