Ask Us Anything: Dan Mazzarini on how to get client approval for antiques

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Dan Mazzarini, the founder of New York–based interiors firm Mazzarini & Co., joins the show to answer a question from a designer who wants to start sourcing antique and vintage pieces, but needs guidance navigating the purchasing process. Mazzarini offers advice on how to buy time with vendors while seeking client approval, what it takes to highlight an item’s top selling points, and why putting extra effort into visualization can help clients get on board with the broader vision. 

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Dan Mazzarini
Kaitlin Petersen
Business of Home

This episode was sponsored by Four Hands and Crypton.

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Dan Mazzarini, the founder of New York–based interiors firm Mazzarini & Co., joins the show to answer a question from a designer who wants to start sourcing antique and vintage pieces, but needs guidance navigating the purchasing process. Mazzarini offers advice on how to buy time with vendors while seeking client approval, what it takes to highlight an item’s top selling points, and why putting extra effort into visualization can help clients get on board with the broader vision. 

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Dan Mazzarini
Kaitlin Petersen
Business of Home

This episode was sponsored by Four Hands and Crypton.

2026-02-18 32 min
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