Miriam Silver Verga of Mimi & Hill traces her firm’s evolution from kitchen-table designers to a 20-person luxury design-build studio. She reveals how addressing industry pain points fueled growth, emphasizing client education, storytelling in design, and systems-driven project management. Miriam discusses the challenges of construction budgeting, the value of her partnership with Hillary, and her vision for building a legacy—whether through employee transition or family succession.
Key Takeaways
Humble Beginnings: Grew from kitchen-table startup to full-service design-build firm over 15 years.
Client-Centric Approach: Prioritizes education on budgets, allowances, and design-value pricing.
Storytelling as Strategy: Crafts spaces that reflect clients’ narratives.
Partnership Power: Collaboration with Hillary drives both success and fulfillment.
Legacy Building: Plans for business continuity through team or family stewardship.
Chapters
00:00 From Kitchen Table to Design-Build Firm
06:10 Scaling a Luxury Business Model
11:56 Educating Clients on Realistic Budgets
18:05 Vision for Long-Term Legacy
24:01 Narrative-Driven Design Philosophy
29:53 Navigating Industry Challenges
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