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Melanie Zaelich is thrilled to be featured in local and national media outlets sharing her story of Happy Place Interiors and inspiring other designer's to take charge of their business.
WINGNUT SOCIAL PODCAST
WITH DARLA POWELL
Melanie Zaelich shares her journey starting from a career in advertising to becoming a successful interior designer. She discusses her business model focused on consultations, the importance of work-life balance, and how she caters to her target demographic.
Melanie emphasizes the simplicity of her consultation services and the personal motivation behind her career shift, highlighting the fulfillment she finds in helping clients love their homes.
Listen to Melanie
on LuAnn Niagara's Postcast
Melanie Zaelich sat down with LuAnn Nigara on A Well-Designed Business Podcast, and it’s a must-listen! She opens up about why she left full-service design behind to go all-in on her consultation-based business model—and let’s just say, it’s been a total life transformation.
She shares some of her best tips and strategies that have made this approach such a game-changer for her.
"Your strategies are very valuable. I love them."
— LuAnn Nigara
But honestly, this episode is just the tip of the iceberg—her business course, The Designer’s Blueprint, takes it to a whole other level.
Give it a listen—and get inspired!
Listen to Melanie
on LuAnn Niagara's Postcast
Melanie Zaelich recently appeared on LuAnn Nigara’s Window Treatments for Profit podcast, where they discussed the value of incorporating philanthropy into business. Melanie shared how giving back has been a cornerstone of Happy Place Interiors from the beginning, including initiatives like the designLOVE program, which provides free design services to those in need. She and LuAnn explored how charitable efforts build community, strengthen relationships, and drive meaningful growth. Listen to the episode to hear Melanie’s insights on creating impact and purpose through design.
ADMIRE THE BEST OF MINNEAPOLIS INTERIOR DESIGN
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HAPPY PLACE INTERIORS
To be featured as one of THE BEST OF MINNEAPOLIS INTERIOR DESIGN by Coveted Edition Magazines is humbling. This honor means the world and highlights our unique process of collaborating closely with clients to create spaces that truly reflect their personalities and lifestyles.
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April 17, 2024
Inspiring Conversations with Melanie Zaelich
of Happy Place Interiors
Today we’d like to introduce you to Melanie Zaelich.
Hi Melanie, we’re thrilled to have a chance to learn your story today. So, before we get into specifics, let’s briefly walk us through how you got to where you are today.
I started Happy Place Interiors in 2016 to positively impact people’s lives.
January 15, 2024
HAPPY PLACE INTERIORS LAUNCHES HEARTFELT GIVING PROGRAM
Happy Place Interiors is ushering in 2024 with an inspiring initiative: designLOVE. This transformative giving program aims to make a difference for those facing personal hardships by creating spaces that not only boast aesthetic appeal but also serve as sanctuaries that foster hope, health, and happiness.
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December 13, 2022
By Camille LeFevre
HAPPY PLACE INTERIORS SPREADS SUNSHINE.
Melanie Zaelich transforms a dark, under-utilized dining room into a light-filled family space—and gives back even more.
September 26, 2022
How Happy Place Interiors diverges from the industry standard.
Happy Place Interiors was interviewed by Canvas Rebel, a magazine that creates space for artists, creatives and entrepreneurs to be able to learn from their peers through the magic and power of storytelling.
Voyage Minnesota
December 27, 2021
CONVERSATIONS WITH Melanie Zaelich
The idea of someday changing careers from a Graphic Designer to a Home Stylist happened after I was on an episode of HGTV.
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March 30, 2020
HOME STYLIST ANSWERS QUESTIONS VIA FACEBOOK LIVE
Happy Place Interiors owner Melanie Zaelich offers free home styling advice during COVID-19 stay-at-home order
The recent global pandemic has driven everyone indoors. It doesn’t matter if you’re homeschooling, working remotely, or simply binge-watching a new TV series—you’re likely spending almost all of your time at home. Now that you’re using your home a bit differently than you’re used to, you may find that certain rooms are adding to your stress rather than serving as a calming oasis. Or maybe you’re trying to curb your cabin fever by redecorating or organizing several rooms. Melanie Zaelich, home stylist and Happy Place Interiors owner, wants to help.
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