Navigating Economic Turbulence with Darrel Swift of Westwood Fine Cabinetry

<p>Listen in as Darrel looks back on his 30+ year journey in the world of cabinetry and how he came to lead Westwood Fine Cabinetry.</p><p>He discusses the continued challenges of operating the business in a post-COVID world, stressing that finding creative ways to communicate with clients and vendors on a personal level has been one of the main reasons for Westwood’s continued success.</p><p>Finally, Darrel explains what sets Westwood kitchens apart from all the rest, as well as his tried-and-true approach to taking a client’s vision and making it real.</p><p><strong>Topics Discussed:</strong></p><ul><li>[02:24] About Westwood Fine Cabinetry</li><li>[06:01] How the industry has navigated economic turbulence over the past two years</li><li>[08:35] The importance of communication</li><li>[14:15] What makes Westwood unique</li><li>[24:02] Changing trends over the years</li><li>[27:13] About the different species of wood for cabinets</li><li>[34:46] How often trends change</li><li>[41:04] How Westwood kitchens set themselves apart from the rest</li><li>[43:43] Common problems that Darrel contends with on almost every project</li><li>[53:21] Where Darrel sees Westwood in ten years</li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Westwood Fine Cabinetry:</strong></p><ul><li>Website - <a href="https://www.westwoodfinecabinetry.com/">https://www.westwoodfinecabinetry.com/</a></li><li>Instagram - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/westwoodfinecabinets/?hl=en">https://www.instagram.com/westwoodfinecabinets/?hl=en</a></li><li>Facebook - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/westwoodfinecabinets/">https://www.facebook.com/westwoodfinecabinets/</a></li><li>LinkedIn - <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/westwood-fine-cabinetry/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/westwood-fine-cabinetry/</a></li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Build Magazine:</strong></p><ul><li>Website - <a href="https://rebrand.ly/bmweb">https://rebrand.ly/bmweb</a></li><li>Instagram - <a href="https://rebrand.ly/bmigweb">https://rebrand.ly/bmigweb</a></li><li>Facebook - <a h