A private Instagram membership made just for interior designers who want real business strategy—served in bite-sized, scrollable brilliance.

No forgotten courses. No lost logins. Just chic, smart business drops—right on Instagram.

Curated and led by renowned Interior Designer, Design Business Coach, Author, Podcast Host, and trusted industry voice:
John McClain

The Top Shelf Tier is where the big-picture thinkers, high-achievers, and strategy-obsessed designers come to sip deeper, scale faster, and access premium-level support—without the fluff.

All the brilliance of the Mixer Tier, plus more hands-on coaching, luxe-level resources, and a front-row seat to every business-boosting opportunity.

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🔐 Private IG Experience – VIP Edition:
You’ll still get the Close Friends feed, but with elevated content just for Top Shelf members—and exclusive extras delivered monthly.

🎯 For Designers Ready to Scale with Strategy:
Whether you’re ready to streamline, expand, or fine-tune, this tier is your shortcut to smarter growth—with expert guidance and premium tools.


Here's How It Works:

This is your VIP seat in the Lounge—everything you love about the Mixer Tier, turned up a notch.
More content. More access. More transformation.

From biz audits to bonus trainings, Top Shelf members get first dibs and exclusive extras throughout the year.

Get your questions answered in your own separate & private VIP Community—because when you’re ready to move fast, you need direct answers inside a private, trusted space to ask, share, and grow.

🎁 Pop-Up Bonuses & Surprise Drops

Learn on your own and in detail between drops with your access to the library of full length video course recordings from John. Including all downloads & templates to facilitate learning.

📖 Full Access to Course Library

An extra opportunity each month to connect directly with John for laser coaching, real-time problem-solving, and deeper support.

🧰 Premium Downloads & Swipe Files

Top Shelf members unlock extra templates and advanced resources not available in the standard tier. These are tools pulled directly from John’s private client playbook.

🎓 Bonus Group Coaching Calls

One new advanced session every month focused on higher-level strategy: systems, client experience, marketing, pricing, visibility, and more.

🌟 Monthly Deep-Dive Masterclasses

All Mixer Tier Benefits You get it all—weekly Drops, templates, replays, LIVES, and the entire resource vault.
PLUS:

💧 All Mixer Tier Benefits 

What You Get Inside The Top-Shelf 🥂

💬 PRIVATE Community & priority access to Q & A

This isn’t just more content—it’s more clarity, more access, and more momentum.

You’re not here to play small, and this tier reflects that.

You’ll see Top Shelf content delivered via:

  • Close Friends posts & stories
  • Monthly masterclass replays
  • Specialized downloads & swipe files
  • Extra coaching and real-time support
  • Access to the library of learning courses
    (separate from Design Drop Lounge)
  • Access to private VIP community (not available to standard members)

All curated to move your business forward with intention and confidence.

So, What Makes Top Shelf... Top Shelf?

✨ Why It Works:

  • Zero overwhelm

  • Zero platform fatigue

  • 100% real-life application

  • And a little glam, because why not?
VIP Membership:

The Top-shelf Tier
$97/month

or $970/year (get 2 months free!)

Ready to sip, scroll, and scale?
The Lounge is open, and the Drops are flowing.

All that’s missing is you.

🍸So, grab a cocktail

☕Or a coffee works too ;)

📱Open up Instagram & we'll be waiting for you 🤗

Pricing

For a limited time, you'll also receive my Designer Calculator FREE if you sign up for the annual membership!

LIMITED TIME BONUS!

👉 Click below now to start your Monthly Membership (cancel anytime) or choose the Annual Membership and save almost $200!

Can’t wait to see you inside!
Cheers, John

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Q: What exactly is a “Drop”?

A Drop is a bite-sized piece of business brilliance delivered straight to your Instagram via Close Friends. It might be a short video, a swipe file, a strategy breakdown, or a coaching replay—always curated to move your design business forward without the fluff.


Q: Is this a course?

Not even close. This isn’t a course you’ll abandon halfway through—it’s a private Instagram-based membership where you learn in real time, in a way that fits your life and schedule.


Q: When do I get access after I join?

You’ll be added to the private @designdroplounge account and Close Friends list within 24 hours. Just follow the account, look for the green circle on Stories and Posts, and start soaking up the Drops.


Q: How are the templates and tools delivered?

📥 Templates and downloads are released gradually as part of your weekly Drops. No overwhelm, just what you need—when you need it. Everything is housed in a private, members-only portal, and you'll receive your own link for easy access anytime.


Q: Can I cancel anytime?

Yes! You can cancel your monthly membership at any time. If you choose the annual plan, you’re set for the full year and get two months free as a bonus.


Q: What’s the difference between Mixer and Top Shelf?

Mixer gives you access to the weekly Drops, templates, replays, and LIVES inside the Lounge. Top Shelf includes everything in Mixer plus monthly masterclasses, extra group coaching calls, premium downloads, and first-priority access to John.


Q: Who is this for?

The Lounge is designed for interior designers at every stage—whether you're emerging and building, or established and scaling. If you're craving clarity, support, and stylish strategy delivered in a fresh, no-fluff format, this is for you.



Q: Have another question before joining?

We’ve got you. Feel free to send a DM to @designdroplounge on Instagram or email us directly at hello@johnmcclain.co. We’re happy to help you decide if the Lounge is the right fit for you.


Got Questions?

I'll see you in the lounge,
John