Behind The Biz - South Park Interiors

In this milestone episode of Student Housing Insight, host Wesley Deese sits down with founders and co-owners of SouthPark Interiors, Martha Thomley and Lisa Brooks, to commemorate 20 years of excellence in interior design for the student housing industry. From their humble beginnings to establishing one of the most trusted design firms in the market, this episode is a heartfelt and insightful conversation about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the impact of design on student living communities.

Listeners will gain a behind-the-scenes look at how SouthPark Interiors built a reputation for creative, budget-conscious, and impactful design that enhances both branding and resident experience. Traci and Christie also reflect on the changes they’ve seen in the industry and offer advice to up-and-coming designers and developers.

 

⏱ Episode Segments & Timestamps 00:00:00 – Intro & Sponsor Message

00:02:18 – SouthPark Interiors 20-Year Celebration

00:05:00 – How SouthPark Interiors Got Started

00:09:52 – Early Projects and Gaining Trust in the Industry

00:13:20 – Working with Clients: Budgeting and Collaboration

00:16:45 – Design Trends Over the Last Two Decades

00:21:10 – Creating a Brand Identity Through Interior Design

00:24:05 – Challenges of Scaling and Maintaining Quality

00:28:40 – Advice to New Developers and Designers

00:32:55 – The Future of Student Housing Design

00:35:35 – Wrap-Up & Final Thoughts

00:36:11 – Sponsor Message & Outro

🏆 Episode Sponsor: SouthPark Interiors This episode is proudly sponsored by SouthPark Interiors, a full-service interior design firm specializing in the student housing sector for over 20 years. Known for their ability to deliver high-end design solutions that remain mindful of budget constraints, SouthPark Interiors has partnered with developers across the U.S. to create inviting, functional, and marketable student communities.

🎨 Visit SouthParkInteriors.com to see their portfolio and learn how they can bring your next project to life.

🔗 References & Resources SouthPark Interiors Website: https://www.southparkinteriors.com

Student Housing Insight Website: https://studenthousinginsight.com