Timeless Design & Lessons from 18 Years in Furniture | Brian Hurvitz on Furniture Success Podcast

Furniture Success Podcast — Brian Hurvitz (Designer & Custom Furniture Maker)

In this episode of the Furniture Success Podcast, host Ahmet Yavuz from Furniture Marketing Pros sits down with Brian Hurvitz, a seasoned designer with nearly two decades of experience in custom furniture and product design.

Brian shares how he transitioned from automotive design to furniture, the importance of bespoke craftsmanship, and what he’s learned from balancing corporate roles with running his own high-end custom shop. From failures that became turning points to the value of mentorship and timeless design, this conversation is packed with insights for both furniture makers and entrepreneurs.

📩 Connect with Brian Hurvitz

• 📧 Email: bhurvitzdesign@gmail.com
• 🔗 LinkedIn: Brian Hurvitz

📩 Contact Ahmet Yavuz — Furniture Marketing Pros

• 🌐 Website: furnituremarketingpros.com
• 📞 Call: 973-832-0923
• 📧 Email: ahmet@furnituremarketingpros.com
• 📘 Facebook: Furniture Marketing Pros on Facebook
• 📸 Instagram: @furnituremarketingpros
• 💼 LinkedIn: Furniture Marketing Pros

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• 👉 Apply for a FREE 1:1 Furniture Store Acceleration Session: Schedule here
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⏱️ Timestamps (Highlights)

• 00:00 – Brian’s journey from engineering to furniture design
• 02:30 – Discovering passion for furniture at CCS in Detroit
• 06:30 – Why bespoke furniture beats mass production
• 10:20 – The $3,000 reception desk challenge and recovery
• 15:45 – Hard lessons learned without a website or social media
• 18:30 – Why mentorship matters in design and business
• 21:50 – Tech & design: 3D printing, AI, and future possibilities
• 23:50 – The all-in-one DJ desk project with built-in audio & power
• 27:40 – How Brian handles failures and tough clients
• 31:20 – The future of custom furniture and industry challenges

💬 What’s your favorite insight from Brian? Drop a comment below and subscribe for more conversations with leaders shaping the future of furniture and design.

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