I want to encourage both young and experienced designers to dig deeper — even when the financial side of things feels like it’s weighing you down. I know what it’s like to feel torn between passion and the need to make a living, but don’t let that pressure steal your fire. We started designing because we care about creating beauty, purpose, and meaning in the spaces people live and work in. That spark is still there — it just needs a little reminder sometimes. Money matters, yes, but it doesn’t define the quality of your design or the depth of your vision. Keep pushing, keep learning, and keep creating. When we design from the heart — not just for the paycheck — the work speaks louder, and the opportunities follow