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Interior Stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share their expert advice so that you can create your dream home. This podcast covers everything to do with interiors and home design. Each week this podcast deep dives into a hot home decor topic, offering inspiration, practical solutions and personal insights – as well as sharing their own experiences of renovating and decorating their own homes.

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Recent Guests

Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
Interior designer with 30+ years of experience; Changing Rooms alum
Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen Design
Episode: How to think like an interior designer when decorating your home - with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
John Smigielski
Marketing Director at Linwood Fabrics
Linwood Fabrics
Episode: How to extend the life of your home decor: 6 tips for a timeless look - with Linwood
Roisin Quinn
Interior designer known for bold color and print
Dopamine decor advocate; Lust Home collaborator
Episode: How to decorate for joy: The Dopamine Décor effect - with Roisin Quinn
Siobhan Murphy
Maximalist interior designer, Interior Curve
Interior Curve
Episode: How to cheat a high-end designer look with clever interior styling - with Siobhan Murphy
Sophie Robinson
Interior designer and TV presenter
Sophie Robinson Interiors / TV appearances
Episode: How to give your home the WOW factor - with Sophie Robinson
Kirsty Harper
Senior Designer at Ian Mankin
Ian Mankin
Episode: How to fearlessly mix patterns in your home (without overwhelming your space)
Heather Young
Editor-in-Chief at Ideal Home
Ideal Home
Episode: How to make a small home feel bigger
George Clarke
TV presenter and architect, known for his interior design insights.
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Episode: Christmas Q&A with How to Home Featuring TVs George Clarke

Hosts

Maxine Brady
Co-Host, an expert interior stylist with extensive experience in transforming spaces and curating design solutions.
Gemma Gear
Co-Host, a professional interior stylist known for her engaging approach to home decor and design advice.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 74 ratings
  • Thoughtful, insightful, and fun!

    How lucky to have these clever women in my ears! As an American listener, not everything pertains to me, but I love listening to what people are doing for their interiors across the pond. Thanks for the great work, ladies!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    malp31987
    United States10 months ago
  • Great listen

    Worth a listen, great ideas to help with style and colours.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJMouldy
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Very good podcast

    Really enjoying listening to this podcast each week, great tips and ideas!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tilly_286
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great Ideas

    This episode was packed with some great tips to create a stylish home on a budget. Loved the enthusiasm of Maxine and Gemma and it’s motivated me to get moving. Thanks for the podcasts and keep coming up with some more great ideas.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feel the buzz
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Great Ideas

    This episode was packed with some great tips to create a stylish home in a budget. Loved the enthusiasm of Maxine and Gemma and it’s motivated me to get moving. Thanks for the podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Feel the buzz
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners frequently express excitement over the creative and actionable advice provided.
The hosts are praised for their extensive knowledge and relatable presentation of home styling topics.

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How to think like an interior designer when decorating your home - with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
Q: What is the essential starting point for designing a room that feels like you?
Start in the head—focus on your own needs, desires, and how you want to feel in the space, then research and observe to inform choices rather than chasing trends.
How to think like an interior designer when decorating your home - with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen
Q: When you walk into the room for the very first time, what is the first thing your designer brain notices?
Laurence says he scans rooms like a barcode reader, using his memory and spatial visualization to assess layout and potential improvements before considering aesthetics.
How to extend the life of your home decor: 6 tips for a timeless look - with Linwood
Q: For our listeners, who might be new to Linwood Fabrics, could you tell us a little bit more about the history of your company, who you are, what you do, and how you ended up working there?
John Smigielski explains that Linwood is a family-run business based in Ringwood, New Forest, with nearly a hundred years of heritage in fabrics. He emphasizes craftsmanship, exclusive designs, and a lineage of trusted mills and printers, and shares his background in magazines and interior brands before joining Linwood seven years ago.
How to give your home the WOW factor - with Sophie Robinson
Q: Firstly, what does giving your home wow factor mean to you?
Sophie explains it as splashing color everywhere to create impact and an atmosphere that feels uplifting, with color and pattern playing central roles in making spaces feel alive and personal.
How to fearlessly mix patterns in your home (without overwhelming your space)
Q: Is there a good starting point for listeners who are nervous about pattern?
Start with low-key items like a cushion or throw that can be moved around easily; combine a cushion and a throw, and experiment to see how they sit with your sofa or bed before committing to larger pieces.

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Expert interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear provide comprehensive advice on home design and decor. Covering a wide array of topics—from decorating with a partner to maximizing small spaces—the episodes feature practical tips, personal experiences, and insights drawn from their extensive backgrounds in the industry. The discussions emphasize not just style but also the emotional and psychological aspects of creating a home, making for a relatable listening experience. Noteworthy is their engaging and approachable delivery, making the show feel like a conversation with friends, where every episode is packed with actionable ideas and lively commentary.

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