From Ralph Lauren to Building Her Own Business with Laura Tutun

In this episode of Thread 54, we sit down with interior designer Laura Tutun, founder of her namesake firm, to explore her path into entrepreneurship. Laura reflects on her early career and formative decade at Ralph Lauren, where she developed the skills and perspective that continue to shape her work today. We talk about her decision to step away from a corporate role to build her own design business while raising three young children, and the ongoing balance between ambition, family life, and personal wellbeing. She also shares her creative philosophy, her approach to designing toward her clients’ visions, and the role of friendships and community in building a meaningful career. This conversation offers thoughtful insight into creating a business and personal life that can evolve together over time.