Turn hesitation into action—offer full-service design with ease.
What is FFA 101?
Furniture Finishes & Accessories 101 is a comprehensive online course for interior designer professionals.
Created specifically for designers like you who want to create fully realized, beautiful spaces that clients will love. Whether you’re hesitant about offering these services or you’re simply looking to make a profitable impact in your business, we’ll teach you the essential skills and strategies to succeed.
In this course, we’ll cover the process basics—from how to set yourself up for success with furniture and finishes to understanding the knowledge you need to present confidently to clients. You’ll learn how to sell your design ideas and implement stunning finishes and accessories with ease, ensuring you not only meet but exceed your client’s expectations.
Can you relate?
> Do you feel overwhelmed with sourcing & selecting?
Have a clear framework for selecting the best options for any project, saving you time and stress.
> Where do I even start with sourcing or specifying materials?
We teach you step-by-step sourcing strategies and provide curated resources to guide your decisions.
> How do I justify higher fees for offering furniture and finish services?
Our course shows you how to communicate your value and position these services as essential to your client’s vision.
> How can I create designs that feel complete and cohesive?
We guide you on integrating finishes, furniture, and accessories to craft polished, magazine-worthy spaces.
> How do I price accessories and furniture markup with confidence?
We teach you pricing strategies that balance profitability with client satisfaction.
How does this feel instead?
> Streamlined Process
Set yourself up for success with a solid process for sourcing and presenting furniture, finishes, and accessories.
> Make Choices Confidently
Gain insider knowledge on how to seamlessly integrate pieces into any space and design project.
> Ease with Selling
Learn the strategies for presenting these services in a way that feels natural and professional.
> Repeatable Service
Master how to turn furniture, finishes, and accessories into profitable services that elevate your business.
How does this feel instead?
> Streamlined Process
Set yourself up for success with a solid process for sourcing and presenting furniture, finishes, and accessories.
> Make Choices Confidently
Gain insider knowledge on how to seamlessly integrate pieces into any space and design project.
> Ease with Selling
Learn the strategies for presenting these services in a way that feels natural and professional.
> Repeatable Service
Master how to turn furniture, finishes, and accessories into profitable services that elevate your business.
The Bottom Line?
Save time while delivering exceptional results.
Gain the confidence to offer a complete, fully furnished experience for your clients—while turning furniture and accessories into one of your most profitable services.
Whether you’re new to this or looking to perfect your approach, this course is packed with valuable tools, tips, and insights that will take your design career to the next level.
MEET Andrea Freeman
Interior Designer, Educator, and Furniture Expert
Andrea Freeman’s journey into interior design started from the ground up—working in various roles, including furniture sales, long before she knew how invaluable that experience would become. Today, as the founder of Authentik Home, Andrea has built a thriving career as a full-service interior designer and entrepreneur, drawing on her deep knowledge of furniture, finishes, and accessories to transform spaces into reflections of her clients’ authentic selves.
In this course, Andrea breaks down the often-overwhelming world of furniture, pricing, and processes, offering designers a clear roadmap to confidently guide their clients. With years of behind-the-scenes experience and a “wear-all-the-hats” approach to design, Andrea has learned how to take the guesswork out of furniture, finishes, and accessories—and now she’s sharing her expertise with you. Whether you’re looking to expand your business into furnishings or simply sharpen your skills, this course is designed to give you actionable tools and insider tips to elevate your design game.
Stop feeling overwhelmed by endless furniture and finish options—learn exactly what to choose and why.
What’s Inside
FFa 101?
10 Video Lessons
Andrea shows you how to create cohesive, polished designs that leave clients raving.
A FFA 101 Handbook
Over 100 page pdf that’s JAM packed with sourcing, planning and confidently presenting FFA for your design projects. This handbook will be your guide! $297 value.
Community
Other entrepreneurs who are industry professionals like you who are eager to learn and grow their businesses
Solid Surface Workshop
$197
- Immediate access
- Worksheet to guide your clients
- Extra savings if you pay one time*
Furniture, Finishes & Accessories
$397
Ready to transform your design process and boost your bottom line?
Join us in the Furniture, Finishes, and Accessories Online Course and start offering the complete, fully furnished projects your clients are looking for!
SSW + FFA 101
$497
Maximize the investment you're about to make into your career.
Ready to transform your design process and boost your bottom line?
Join us in the Furniture, Finishes, and Accessories Online Course and start offering the complete, fully furnished projects your clients are looking for!
This is for you if:
You’re tired of feeling overwhelmed
with how to confidently offer fully furnished, accessorized spaces and want a simple process that works.
You struggle to present furniture and accessories
to clients without feeling uncertain or unsure of how to pitch your ideas.
You want to increase your revenue
by turning furniture, finishes, and accessories into a profitable part of your business.
You’ve been procrastinating prioritizing education
because you’re not sure where to start or which resources will actually help you grow.
You’re ready to elevate your design services
and deliver polished, complete projects that leave your clients thrilled and coming back for more.
It’s probably NOT for you if:
You don’t want to grow your business
or expand your service offerings beyond basic interior design projects.
You prefer to DIY everything
and don’t see the value in learning proven systems or strategies to streamline your workflow.
You’re not interested in improving client presentations
or making the process of selling furniture and accessories easier and more professional.
You’re unwilling to invest in yourself
or take the steps needed to elevate your design business to the next level.
WHAT THE STUDENTS ARE SAYING
I am thankful to Mark, for his wisdom in the stone world, but more importantly, for his integrity that he lives by.
His professionalism is unmatched. Very few people in his field are as passionate as he is with regard to finding the “solution” to whatever problem arises from working with stone.
He does a great job communicating what the options are up front & setting a realistic expectation of the final result.
The Handbook ($297 value)
The ULTIMATE guide to guide you through sourcing, planning, and seriously nailing your finishing touches for your design projects!
Over 100 pages of detailed instructions from start to finish of the design process. We’re talking about setting the right expectations with clients all the way down to where to detailings out accessories like botanicals
This handbook is chalked full of the in’s and out’s of fully furnished design projects and will not only elevate your knowledge but help build your confidence with clients.
Solid Surface Workshop
$197
- Immediate access
- Worksheet to guide your clients
- Extra savings if you pay one time*
Furniture, Finishes & Accessories
$397
Ready to transform your design process and boost your bottom line?
Join us in the Furniture, Finishes, and Accessories Online Course and start offering the complete, fully furnished projects your clients are looking for!
SSW + FFA 101
$497
Maximize the investment you're about to make into your career.