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Dear Alice | Interior Design
by Alice Lane
Dear Alice is an Interior Design podcast brought to you by Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall, the spunky geniuses behind Alice Lane Interior Design. These two ladies break down the highest end of the design and interior fashion world through their beautiful lifestyle approach with a heaping dose of wit and taste.
Episodes
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How to Mix Patterns
Mixing patterns can completely transform a room, but creating a layered look takes more than simply combining different prints. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing our approach to mixing patterns, from paying attention to the architectural rhythms already...
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Overlooked Design Details: Bathrooms
The smallest details can have the biggest impact in a bathroom. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we share overlooked bathroom design details that make a space more functional, comfortable, and elevated. We cover everything from vanity storage, makeup organization, and...
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7 Interior Design Problems Solved: Open Floor Plans, TV Placement & More
We're answering your biggest interior design questions in this special Dear Alice Q&A, with practical advice for real homes and real design challenges. We discuss how to make open floor plans feel cozy and cohesive, how to incorporate meaningful artwork into a layered interior, choosing wall...
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Stone Masterclass with Dan Nelson: Everything You Need to Know About Natural Stone
Stone expert Dan Nelson joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for an in-depth conversation about countertops, natural stone, marble, quartzite, granite, and choosing the right stone for your home. We cover everything from stone types, thickness, sourcing, and current countertop trends to...
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2026 Design Trends to Keep
The best 2026 interior design trends are bringing more color, texture, pattern, and personality back into our homes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing the home decorating trends and interior design trends worth keeping, including color drenching, high-gloss...
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10 Things Thom Filicia Has Learned After Decades in Interior Design
Thom Filicia joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for a candid conversation about interior design, furniture design, building a successful design career, and what he's learned after decades in the industry. Thom shares advice for young designers, overlooked opportunities, business lessons...
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How to Mix Materials: Flooring, Hardware, & Lights
Thoughtfully mixing materials is what gives an interior depth, warmth, and personality. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing how we mix flooring, cabinetry, stone, wallpaper, paint, lighting, and hardware to create layered and cohesive interiors. From choosing...
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Interior Designers React to Your Hottest Design Takes
Some interior design opinions are almost guaranteed to spark a debate, and we're sharing plenty of them in this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast. Joined by hot takes from our listeners, we discuss the decorating trends, design decisions, and industry advice that deserve a second...
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10 Reasons Your Home Feels Unfinished
If your home feels like it's missing something, it probably isn't the furniture—it's the finishing details. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing 10 reasons your room feels unfinished and the simple design elements that instantly make a space feel more complete....
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Overlooked Design Details: Kitchens & Pantries
A beautiful kitchen starts with thoughtful planning—not just beautiful finishes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're breaking down the essential decisions that create a kitchen that's both highly functional and timeless. From designing an efficient kitchen layout and...
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Behind the Scenes at Alice Lane
What happens when the Alice Lane team gets to interview the hosts? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, our employees ask the questions they've always wanted answered, leading to one of our most personal and entertaining conversations yet. We talk...
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How to Work With a Builder with Erin Stetzer
Building a custom home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make, and the right builder can make all the difference. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're joined by luxury custom home builder Erin Stetzer to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of a...
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18 Biggest Furniture Buying Mistakes
From oversized sectionals to undersized rugs, some furniture mistakes can make even the most beautiful home feel awkward. In this episode, we're sharing the biggest furniture buying mistakes we see homeowners make from choosing the wrong scale, seat height, and table proportions to falling for...
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Everything You Need to Know About Window Treatments
Window treatments can make or break a room but with so many options, where do you start? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about custom window treatments, including the difference between drapery, curtains, Roman shades, and café curtains, how to choose the right fabrics...
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The Biggest Mistakes When Hiring a Designer
Thinking about hiring an interior designer but not sure where to start? In this episode, we break down how to choose the right interior designer for your project, from understanding the difference between interior design and decorating to vetting portfolios, checking references, discussing…
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Overlooked Design Details: Stairs, Runners, & Sconces
Stairs are one of the biggest architectural moments in a home, yet the design details are often overlooked. In this episode of our Overlooked Design Details series, we break down everything from stair anatomy and full treads versus end caps to newel posts, balustrades, runners, and stair rods. We...
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Transform Your Office Like a Designer
Designing a functional and beautiful home office starts with the right foundation. In this episode of Dear Alice, we share our best home office design ideas, including space planning tips, built-in storage, office lighting, desk layout, and how to create a workspace that feels productive and...
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Remodel Masterclass: Jess' Primary Bathroom
If your bathroom feels dated but a full renovation isn’t in the cards, this episode is for you. In this Remodel Masterclass episode of Dear Alice, we break down Jess’ primary bathroom remodel and the high-impact design changes that completely transformed the space, from warm plaster finishes and...
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7 Design Tips We Swear By: Interior Design Q&A
In this Q&A episode of Dear Alice, we answer your biggest interior design questions, from color drenching and choosing the perfect sofa color to kitchen backsplash trends, window treatments, and renovating a home for resale. We also share our thoughts on timeless materials, how to create a home...
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What It Takes To Be An Interior Designer
Interested in a career in interior design but not sure where to start? In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down the many roles within the interior design industry, including designers, decorators, stylists, project managers, drafters, and showroom professionals. We also cover different paths...
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Overlooked Design Details: Mouldings, Casing, & Finish Work
Trim, molding, and millwork are among the most important interior design details, and they’re often the missing layer that makes a home feel finished. In episode two of our Overlooked Design Details series, we break down everything you need to know about classic trim profiles, where design is...
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Transform Your Mudroom
The mudroom is the hardest working space in your home, and one of the most overlooked. In this episode of Dear Alice, we share how to transform your mudroom into a functional, beautiful entry that sets the tone for the rest of your space. We break down smart storage solutions like hooks, baskets,...
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Carson Kressley: From Personal Style to Interior Design
Interior design starts with personal style, and no one understands that better than Carson Kressley. In this episode of Dear Alice, we sit down with the Emmy Award–winning television personality, style advisor on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, interior designer, and longtime judge on RuPaul’s…
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Chairs 101: How to Add Personality to Any Room
You need more chairs, and there’s no easier way to refresh your space without a full redesign. In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down why chairs are the true style-makers of a room, adding character through color, pattern, texture, and sculptural form. We share our favorite types of chairs…
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Benjamin Johnston: Secrets to Timeless Interiors
In this episode of Dear Alice, we sit down with Benjamin Johnston, Creative Partner of Benjamin Johnston Design and author of Refined Interiors: Timeless Homes for Modern Living, to talk about creating sophisticated spaces with soul. Benjamin shares how his passion for design began, how his...
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Overlooked Design Details: Front Doors & Flooring
You’ve finished your new build or most recent renovation project, and while everything looks beautiful, something feels off. In our new series, we’ll be taking you through the home and pointing out all the overlooked design details you might not think about, what not to do, and how to get it…
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Top 4 Color Blocking Combos That Always Work
Ready to move beyond neutral interiors but not sure how to use color in a way that feels elevated and livable? In this episode of Dear Alice, we’re breaking down our top 4 color blocking combos that create layered palettes that feel bold yet livable. Inspired by emerging Pinterest trends like icy...
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The Plant Daddies: Using Plants in Interior Design
What if the final step to making a home feel truly finished isn’t furniture or art but plants? In this episode of Dear Alice, we sit down with Macy Lucarelli and Dane Jordan to talk about the art of designing with plants. They share how they built their fast-growing plant design business, their...
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The Garden Room Collection
What if your front porch, backyard, and living room could feel just as layered and inviting as each other? In this episode of Dear Alice, we explore the design elements that seamlessly work both indoors and outdoors, from garden stools and blue and white ceramics to decorative accents that add...
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Listener Q&A: 7 Design Rules to Break
You asked and we listened! In this Q&A episode of Dear Alice, we’re answering your biggest interior design questions, from what baseboard height feels truly luxurious to whether coffered ceilings are still in style or officially out. We also break down bold choices like Venetian plaster accent...
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Transform Your Closet: Expert Interior Design Tips
Your closet should work as beautifully as it looks. In this episode of Dear Alice, we’re breaking down how to transform your closet into a functional space with smart organization and elevated design details. From taking inventory of your wardrobe to incorporating islands and adjustable shelving,...
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Remodel Masterclass: Jess' Home Office
Not all offices are created equal, especially when a designer is designing for herself. In Remodel Masterclass: Host’s Edition, we step inside Jess’ office, a creative workspace where bold finishes, layered lighting, and personal pieces come together. From a statement wallpaper moment and...
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The New Classics
New Classics is a thoughtfully curated collection of timeless, elevated silhouettes that feel both familiar and fresh. From welcoming center-hall tables and a richly figured burl pedestal to inviting swivel chairs, a softly curved velvet sofa, and handcrafted accents that layer in pattern and...
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Remodel Masterclass: Suz's Primary Bedroom
Ever wondered how an interior designer transforms her own home? In Remodel Masterclass: Host’s Edition, step inside one of Alice Lane’s designer homes as Suz reveals the evolution of her primary bedroom and the high-impact interior design decisions that made the biggest difference without a full...
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Top 5 Mistakes in Space Planning
Are you making common space planning mistakes that are holding your home back? In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down the top 5 space planning mistakes in interior design and how to avoid them when designing or renovating your home. We cover why vantage points matter the moment you walk…
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Remodel Masterclass: House of Flora
In this Remodel Masterclass, the Dear Alice team pulls back the curtain on another home filled with thoughtful transformations and smart design moves. This episode breaks down how key spaces were reimagined to better serve the home, starting with a former guest room turned fully functional office...
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House Lights by Alice Lane: Vintage-Inspired Lighting & Timeless Details
Step into the story behind House Lights by Alice Lane, a lighting collection rooted in vintage inspiration and designed for modern homes. In this episode of Dear Alice, the team shares the design references, material choices, and thoughtful details that make this launch feel timeless yet fresh.…
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Remodel Masterclass: Field Rose
Go behind the scenes with the Dear Alice team for a Remodel Masterclass that’s never been shared publicly before. Field Rose is a rare look at a Covid-era renovation—one that stayed off the portfolio but is rich with lessons, personality, and creative problem-solving. We dive into the kitchen,...
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Transform Your Bedroom: Expert Interior Design Tricks
Your bedroom should be more than just a place to sleep; it should feel layered, personal, and truly restorative. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we’re sharing our expert interior design tips to transform your bedroom from basic to beautifully intentional. From bedroom...
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6 Design Trends To Ditch For 2026
In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we’re breaking down 6 design trends to ditch for 2026—the looks that once felt fresh but are starting to feel flat, overdone, or disconnected from how people actually live. From sterile show kitchens and neutral-only interiors to the...
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Finding Your Design Style: Interior Design Q&A
Grab a seat and get ready, this week’s episode is a lively Interior Design Q&A: Budgets, Roasts, and Finding Inspiration. We’re answering your burning questions with equal parts honesty, humor, and design know-how. From where to splurge (and where to absolutely save) to some good-natured design...
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Unwrapping 2025 | What This Year Gave Us
Join the Dear Alice team for a festive Christmas Day episode as we look back on the year. We’re sharing our successes and challenges we faced that shaped our projects, and the unexpected moments that taught us the most. From the most products ever launched, to the amount of travel and projects we...
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Remodel Masterclass: The Grand Tour
Step inside the ultimate remodel deep-dive as the Dear Alice team takes you on The Grand Tour of a transformative interior renovation. In this masterclass episode, the hosts break down the inspiration behind the various spaces, the design hurdles they overcame, and the intentional choices that...
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Listener Q&A: All Things Lighting
You asked, we answered! Today, we're diving into all things lighting. We cover everything from pendant sizing and how high to hang your fixtures, to when to use warm vs. cool bulbs, to our favorite ways to bring cozy ambiance into a space. Whether you're remodeling, refreshing, or just curious,...
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To Splurge Or Not To Splurge
In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down the age-old design dilemma: when should you splurge, and where can you save without sacrificing beauty? The team walks through key areas of the home—furniture, finishes, lighting, textiles, and more, to help you prioritize your budget with confidence....
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Transform Your Bathroom: Expert Interior Design Tricks
Ready to refresh your bathroom without a full remodel? In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, our designers reveal the insider tricks they use to turn everyday bathrooms into beautiful, functional spaces you’ll love. We cover: 🔸 How to create a luxury look 🔸 Lighting rules...
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Remodel Masterclass | House Of Kennedy
Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on a full Remodel Masterclass featuring House of Kennedy, a home rich with personality, nostalgia, and bold design choices. We break down each smart decision that made this project feel thoughtful and elevated—from the space planning and material selections…
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High Point Market 2025: What's New in Design
We’re back from High Point Market 2025 and ready to share all the design inspiration we found! In this episode, the Dear Alice team breaks down the standout trends we saw across showrooms — from the range of reds, blues, and greens making a bold comeback, to pattern play, dressmaker details, and...
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Best Holiday Gifts for the Home
In this episode of Dear Alice Interior Design, the team shares their favorite home gifts of the season—from designer décor and cozy winter essentials to unique finds that make every space feel thoughtful and beautiful. Whether you're shopping for a home lover, a design enthusiast, or treating...
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Interior Design Q&A: Fireplaces, Contractors & Red Flags
It’s spooky season—and we’re talking about all the scary things that can happen in design! In this Interior Design Q&A, we’re answering your biggest questions about difficult fireplaces, working with contractors, and red flags to watch out for in any remodel or project. Whether you’re designing a...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Dear Alice is an Interior Design podcast brought to you by Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall, the spunky geniuses behind Alice Lane Interior Design. These two ladies break down the highest end of the design and interior fashion world through their beautiful lifestyle approach with a heaping dose of wit and taste.
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Alice Lane
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Dear Alice is an Interior Design podcast brought to you by Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall, the spunky geniuses behind Alice Lane Interior Design. These two ladies break down the highest end of the design and interior fashion world through their beautiful lifestyle approach with a heaping dose of...
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Dear Alice | Interior Design is created and hosted by Alice Lane.
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