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In this episode of How to Home, interior stylists and design experts Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share six expert tips on how to extend the life of your home decor and create a timeless look that never goes out of style. If you’re tired of chasing fast-changing trends or constantly updating your space, this episode will help you design a home that lasts.Maxine and Gemma reveal how to make clever choices with colour, fabrics, furniture and accessories so your interiors feel fresh, stylish, and relevant year after year. They’ll guide you through the key principles of timeless decorating, from investing in quality pieces to styling in a way that can adapt as your taste and lifestyle evolve.We’re also joined by John Smigielski from Linwood Fabrics, who shares his expert knowledge on choosing fabrics and materials that not only look beautiful but also stand the test of time.Packed with interior design advice, practical styling ideas, and plenty of inspiration, this episode will give you the confidence to create a home that feels current today and for years to come.How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists and design experts Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear dive into the emotional side of decorating with the Dopamine Décor effect. More than just a colourful interiors trend, this joyful approach is about creating a home that lifts your spirits, supports your wellbeing, and truly reflects who you are.Maxine and Gemma explore how colour, pattern, and playful styling choices can have a powerful impact on your mood. They share practical ways to bring more happiness into your home, from small styling updates that spark joy to bold decorating choices that transform the atmosphere of a room.We’re also joined by interior designer Roisin Quinn, who shares her personal take on why embracing dopamine décor can make your home not only look amazing but also feel like a place that energises and inspires you.Packed with interior design inspiration, emotional insight, and uplifting ideas, this episode will show you how to use your home as a tool for joy and self-expression.How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home. Find out what kind of Dopamine decorator you are here!GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of How to Home, interior stylists and design experts Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear reveal how to cheat a high-end designer look with clever interior styling. You don’t need a huge budget to create a luxury feel at home, with the right tricks and smart styling choices, you can transform your space into something truly special.Maxine and Gemma share their favourite tips for achieving a designer-inspired interior on a budget, from choosing the right colour palettes and playing with scale, to styling accessories and layering textures for maximum impact. They’ll show you how to spot the details that make a home look expensive, but without the hefty price tag!We’re also joined by interior designer and colour lover Siobhan Murphy from Interior Curve, who shares her own expert advice on bringing glamour, boldness, and personality into your home while still keeping it accessible.Packed with interior design hacks, styling inspiration, and practical decorating ideas, this is an episode you won’t want to miss if you’re looking to give your home a designer edge.How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of How to Home, interior stylists and design experts Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share how to create your own winter rituals at home. As the days get darker and colder, it’s the perfect time to bring comfort, warmth, and a little seasonal magic into your space.Maxine and Gemma reveal their favourite interior styling tips to help you embrace the winter months, from using cosy lighting and layers of texture, to creating calming corners and seasonal styling touches. They also discuss how rituals like mindful decorating, crafting, slow living, and simple home routines can transform the way your home feels during the colder season.Whether you’re looking for interior design inspiration, ways to make your home feel more inviting, or clever ideas to boost your mood through winter, this episode is packed with practical decorating advice and cosy home styling hacks.How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at: WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of How to Home, interior stylists and design experts Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share their top tips on how to give your home the WOW factor. If you’re looking for interior design inspiration, clever styling hacks, or ideas to make your space stand out, this episode is for you.Discover how to use statement furniture, play with bold colour schemes, mix textures and patterns, and add those finishing touches that transform any room. Maxine and Gemma explain how to achieve a dramatic look while still keeping your home warm, stylish, and liveable.We’re also joined by special guest Sophie Robinson, interior designer and TV presenter, who shares her expert advice on how to embrace colour, personality, and confidence in your home decor.Whether you’re planning a big renovation or simply want to refresh your living room, this episode is packed with interior design tips and tricks to help you create a home that really has the wow factor.You will not want to miss this episode.How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Series 5 of How to Home Podcast!Join professional interior stylists, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, as they launch the fifth series of How to Home Podcast. Maxine & Gemma have a collective 35 years experience working in the interiors industry and are both excited to introduce the new series which will be packed with expert tips, practical design solutions & interior inspiration. They've spent the summer plotting, planning (and drinking way too many flat whites) to bring you the most jam-packed series yet, with lots of interior expert advice, clever styling tricks and inspiring guests.This series will cover these hot interior topics: EP1 - How to give your home the WOW factorEP2 - How to create your own winter rituals at homeEP3 - How to cheat a high-end designer look with clever interior stylingEP4 - How to decorate for joy: The dopamine décor effectEP5 - How to extend the life of your home decor: 6 tips for a timeless lookEP6 - How to avoid decision paralysis when decorating your homeEP7 - How to have a stress-free Christmas at homeEP8 - Q&A with How to Home: Answering your how-to'sTo end the series, they will be finishing with their ever-so-popular Q&A episode where they will hand the mic over to you guys, answering your interior How-to’s! So please don't hesitate to get in touch with with any of your interior design questions & dilemmas.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave a 5 star review if you like what you hear!How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:WebsiteHow to HomeInstagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the last episode for series 4 of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, hand the mic back over to you listeners! They answer your decorating dilemmas, from tackling a home stuck in a time capsule from the 70s, to someone needing advice on keeping things tidy and clean with a busy household, to a lady who wants to claim back her home after a recent divorce... Maxine and Gemma also share their latest ventures and plans for the next series so tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to fearlessly mix patterns into your home, without overwhelming your space! They talk you through the basic rules of mixing patterns within your home decor to create a harmonious look. They also guide you through the do’s and don’ts when mixing patterns, tips on balancing scales - and share lots of examples of complimentary pattern pairings so that you can incorporate them into your home successfully. Along with a guest interview with senior designer, Kirsty Harper, from Ian Mankin sharing all things patterns... This is definitely an episode not to be missed! Tune in to find out more.How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to avoid the 5 most common decorating disasters. From tackling incomplete home DIY projects, not always buying cheap and ensuring you don't cut corners, this is an episode that is perfect for newbie homeowners or for those embarking on a new home project. They also share their top tip on how to avoid mistakes going forward as well as how to own up to the decorating disasters and not let it put you off decorating in the future.Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trends. Firstly discussing what are the biggest trends for 2025 with a breakdown of colour palettes, furniture styles and decor elements. They also share lots of easy & budget friendly ways that you can update your space with these new trends - and give their opinions on which trends they think are here to stay, and which ones might be short-lived! Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to choose the best colours for your home with lots of practical tips and mistakes to avoid! They’ll teach you how to choose a colour palette that suits your space and style as well as sharing their knowledge on colour psychology and how different shades can impact the mood of a space. After this episode you’ll understand the importance of considering lighting & room size and get a true understanding of your personal preferences when selecting the colours for your home.They also get an exclusive interview with one of the colour experts at Earthborn Paints, Bailey Williams, who shares her insights on how to choose colours that you not only love, but also feel timeless. With lots of expert tips on how best to judge the lighting in a room when picking the best paint shades - Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with a partner… To avoid any arguments! With lots of funny and personal insights, they both get to the bottom of how to find common ground when making big design decisions. They share advice on communication and compromise, practical ways to negotiate and ultimately how to get your own way if you’re dead set on standing firm… This is a good one! Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to make a small home feel bigger. Learn how to master your floor plan & furniture layout with lots of interior design tricks and the importance of multifunctional furniture, storage space with some clever decluttering tips too.They also get an exclusive interview with the editor in chief of Ideal Home Magazine, Heather Young, who shares her insights into small-space living. Don't miss out on this extra-special guest interview, and find out what her top tips are for living in a small space. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to refresh your home for summer. They help you understand the benefits of updating your home decor for the summer and how the changing of seasons will shift how we use our homes. Expect lots of tips on using colours & patterns to suit the seasons, as well as some simple switches you can make to help your home flow better for the summer months, to make your home (and you!) feel more upbeat and positive for the sunnier months ahead. Tune in to find out more!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Series 4 of How to Home Podcast!Join professional interior stylists, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, as they launch the fourth series of How to Home Podcast. Maxine & Gemma have a collective 35 years experience working in the interiors industry and are both excited to introduce the new series which will be packed with expert tips, practical design solutions & interior inspiration.This series will cover these hot interior topics: EP1. How to give your home a summer refresh: Easy decor updates for a fresh lookEP2. How to make a small home feel bigger: Clever tricks that work!EP3. How to decorate with a partner (and avoid arguments!)EP4. How to choose the best colours for your home: Expert tips and mistakes to avoidEP5. How to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trendsEP6. How to avoid these 5 common decorating disastersEP7. How to fearlessly mix patterns in your home (without overwhelming your space)EP8. Answering your how-to’s! Q&A with How to Home - S4 To end the series, they will be finishing with their ever-so-popular Q&A episode where they will hand the mic over to you guys, answering your interior How-to’s! So please don't hesitate to get in touch with with any of your interior design questions & dilemmas. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully different paints. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram:@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast!In this episode, they are back with an ever-so-sparkly Q&A episode answering your festive How-to's. From one listener wanting to know how to lessen the pressure when hosting for Christmas, another who has a tricky friend to buy the perfect Christmas gift for, as well as someone who wants to know whether to go FAUX or REAL with their Christmas tree this year... Tune in to listen to Maxine & Gemma's thoughts on the big Christmas tree debate!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets for The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click here.GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast!In this festive episode, they dive into how to create a Christmas that feels perfect for YOU. From cosy traditions to new family rituals, they explore the many ways people celebrate this magical time of year—because Christmas is different for everyone! Whether you prefer an extravagant holiday wonderland or a simple, intimate gathering, they'll share tips on how to make your home the heart of the season. Discover creative decorating ideas, meaningful gift-giving strategies, and ways to embrace the spirit of Christmas that speaks to you. Tune in to create your own version of the perfect Christmas!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets to The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click hereGET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interior stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear, are both very excited to share this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast too!In this episode, they both deep-dive into the latest Christmas trends so that you can get yourself, and your home, feeling festive for 2024. Including lots of home decor ideas and inspiration on how you can style your homes with each trend, as well as their own opinions on whether they think the Christmas trends are HOT or NOT.If you love interior trends, decorating your home for Christmas, and home styling tips then THIS episode is for you!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *For discount tickets to The Christmas Ideal Home Show - click hereGET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Merry Christmas everybody! Interior Stylists, Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear are both very excited to announce the launch of this ever-so-special Christmas mini series.As interior experts, they have both decorated hundreds of Christmas room sets for magazines, interior brands & TV shows, which is why they want to add some festive joy to How to Home Podcast too!In this 3-part series, they're going to be sharing tips on How to style your home with 2024s Christmas trends, how to create your perfect Christmas at home, and finishing off with an extra sparkly festive Q&A episode, answering your Christmas how-to’s. So crack open the Baileys, wear your most sparkly Christmas jumper, and join us as we celebrate all things Christmas. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home.Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!* This podcast is proudly sponsored by Moda. Visit modaliving.com to find out more about their locations. *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the last series 2 episode of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, hand the mic back over to you listeners! They answer your decorating dilemmas; from one listener who needs advice on how to make a small flat feel bigger, another who wants advice on planning a tricky bathroom space, and another who wants to hear all about what happens on a photo shoot! Packed with stying ideas, home decor tips, useful renovation advice and insights from their own home renovations & careers, this episode is a highlight for series 2!How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear! And stay updated for our Christmas special **out soon*** This podcast is proudly sponsored by Homesense. Visit homesense.com to discover your nearest store *GET IN TOUCHFeedback? We're listening! Contact us at:Instagram:@howtohome.podcastTikTok:@howtohome.podcastWANT MORE?Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram@maxinebradystyling@thatssogemma*Jingle by Pond5* Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.