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032: The Builder's Perspective: What Every Designer Should Know
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- Jun 25, 2026
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The Builder's Perspective: What Every Designer Should Know Guest: Chad Arendsen, COAT Design Remodel What happens when an interior designer and a general contractor truly work as partners? In this episode of Interior Design San Diego, Rachel sits down with Chad Arendsen, owner of COAT Design Remodel, for an honest conversation about collaboration, communication, and creating exceptional client experiences. As a fifth-generation builder, Chad shares his unconventional path into construction, from renovating a trailer in Leucadia to leading a design forward remodeling company known for its systems, craftsmanship, and collaborative approach. Together, Rachel and Chad explore why bringing the builder into the design process early leads to better outcomes, happier clients, and stronger professional relationships. Whether you're an emerging designer, an experienced professional, or simply fascinated by the process behind beautiful homes, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom and inspiring perspective. EMAIL: [email protected] IG: https://instagram.com/coatinc https://instagram.com/love.design.sd YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@COATDR Bio: Chad Arendsen has been in the building business most of his life. He grew up in a family business of contracting and was quick to learn the ropes. Chad and his wife Amber started a small handyman company they called Chad of All Trades 25 years ago. They did small jobs for the locals around north San Diego county. He continued to grow his business, getting an office, bringing on more subcontractors and creating a general contracting business that thrives on excellent service. COAT Design Remodel takes a "Design Forward" approach to every project it accepts. Members of the San Diego design community are included in every j…