Confessions of an Interior Designer

Welcome to the final episode of Season Two! Caroline takes the mic this week for a solo episode, sharing this season's final confession and reflecting on her journey as a designer and business owner.She answers questions about starting your own business, what risks are worth taking, and what the best (and worst) bosses can teach you. Plus a bonus round of Red Flag, Beige Flag, Green Flag.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Announcements06:16: Confession: Nepo Baby Nightmare17:47: Questions27:27: Red Flag, Beige Flag, Green Flag34:19: What Made Caroline Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we’re joined by Kelsey Kline Haywood, founder of Chicago-based Kline Interiors. Raised in a family of builders, Kelsey brings a grounded, intuitive approach to design—valuing structure, restraint, and the reality of daily life. From her own 1920s Chicago bungalow to her client work, her spaces are made to be beautiful yet livable, shaped by her deeply personal approach.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Kelsey's Background25:23: Guest Vice29:34: Confession #1: Accomplice To An Affair42:10: Confession #2: My Client Ghosted Me51:59: Guest Questions65:37: What Made Kelsey Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @klineinteriorsWebsite: klineinteriors.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we are joined by Tom Stringer, founder of Tom Stringer Design Partners and a 25-time award winner of the American Society of Interior Designers’ Design Excellence Awards. Known for his blend of classic style and worldly sophistication, Tom creates interiors that are personal, elegant, and vibrant. His global travels inspire projects from mid-century estates in Beverly Hills to Georgian homes in Dublin—and even 50-meter motor yachts.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Tom's Background20:50: Guest Vice21:39: Confession #1: Architect Kicked Me Off The Project29:26: Confession #2: Install Day Surprise Party39:53: Guest Questions61:59: What Made Tom Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @tomstringerdesignpartnersWebsite: tomstringer.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we are joined by Chandler Prewitt, a New Mexico–based designer whose work is deeply rooted in place, materiality, and art. After formative years in San Francisco working alongside leading designers, he returned to the Southwest in 2013 to establish his own studio. His background spans interior design, home staging, project management, furniture design, fine art consultation—shaping a practice grounded in curation, with a strong sensitivity to architecture and craftsmanship.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Chandler's Background24:49: Guest Vice26:10: Confession #1: Discovery Call Took A Dark Turn44:09: Confession #2: Scammed By My Contractor59:42: Guest Questions64:46: What Made Chandler Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @chandler_prewittWebsite: chandlerprewitt.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we’re joined by James Hunter, design director for The Wiseman Group. With formal training in art education and textile & surface design, he brings a strong sense of scale, color, and proportion to his work, and a perspective shaped by extensive travel and time spent living all around the country. He has been widely published, is a two-time Luxe Gold List honoree, and has been recognized as part of Architectural Digest’s AD100.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: James' Background21:52: Guest Vice23:30: Confession #1: Kleptomaniac38:42: Confession #2: Drunk On Site48:51: Guest Questions58:16: What Made James Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @the_wiseman_groupWebsite: wisemangroup.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we’re joined by Diana Wagenbach, founder and principal designer of Studio W, a full-service residential architectural and interior design studio based in Hinsdale, Illinois. With a background in business and years of experience in the design industry, she launched her firm in 2020 and has since built a reputation for her timeless, bespoke approach to design, and is recognized as a Feature Designer in the AD Pro Directory.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Diana's Background24:45: Guest Vice25:53: Confession #1: I Went Undercover to Save $50k42:01: Confession #2: Fossilized Hoarding House50:15: Guest Questions56:01: What Made Diana Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @studiow_chicagoWebsite: studiowchicago.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we’re joined by Jenny Brown, founder of Chicago-based Jenny Brown Designs. She launched her studio in 2010 after nearly a decade working with high-end residential design firms in both Chicago and San Francisco. Since then, she’s worked on a wide range of residential and commercial projects, and is known for interiors that feel traditionally rooted yet fresh, creating spaces that are both chic and inviting.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Jenny's Background19:00: Guest Vice25:41: Confession #1: The Other Woman42:07: Confession #2: Design to Daycare55:56: Guest Questions73:32: What Made Jenny Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @jennybrowndesignsWebsite: jennybrown.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Zoe Lowres, co-founder of Programa, our amazing partner and sponsor. Zoe originally started her career in marketing before following her creative side into interior design, studying at Billy Blue College of Design and going on to work in both residential and hospitality design in Melbourne, Australia. With experience both inside design studios and now building tools for the industry, Zoe brings a unique perspective on the creative and operational sides of running a design business, and we’re excited to have her here today.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Zoe's Background20:04: Guest Vice21:37: Confession #1: The Lockdown Leak28:07: Confession #2: A Hostage Situation47:13: Guest Questions67:12: What Made Zoe Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @programahqWebsite: programa.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.Designer Receiving-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today we’re joined by Amy Vermillion, designer and founder of Charlotte-based Amy Vermillion Interiors. Amy is recognized for her expertise in renovation and new construction and her mastery of color, texture, and scale. Her work has been celebrated regionally and nationally, featured in The New York Times Magazine, and she’s a two-time Contractor of the Year Award winner.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Amy's Background36:26: Confession #1: Labor Stalled My Install43:13: Industry Talk56:39: Guest Questions68:30: What Made Amy Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @amyvermillioninteriorsWebsite: https://www.amyvermillion.com/Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Kelli Lamb, Editorial Director and Co-Principal of Rue Magazine, a leading voice in approachable, beautifully curated interior design. For over a decade, Kelli has helped shape Rue’s signature voice, and is also the author of Home with Rue: Style for Everyone, a guide packed with expert tips, designer insights, and hundreds of stunning interiors to help readers create spaces they truly love.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Kelli's Background14:43: Guest Vice19:28: Confession #1: America's Most Wanted35:19: Confession #2: The Runaway43:40: Guest Questions75:42: What Made Kelli Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @kellilamb_Website: ruemag.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Sarah Annand, an artist and textile designer, and founder of OAT Studio. Her textiles are created with an architectural influence, and designed and made in Australia. With a background in art, photography, and over a decade in the textile industry, her work reflects a lifelong fascination with design, Canberra’s modernist and brutalist structures, and a thoughtful, considered use of color.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Sarah's Background19:33: Guest Vice22:36: Confession #1: The Reveal That Revealed Too Much30:38: Confession #2: Why Designers (& Divorces) Exist41:49: Guest Questions57:10: What Made Sarah Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @oat_studioWebsite: https://oatstudio.com.au/Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!This episode is a special one. Gracie and Caroline have a candid (and a little bit emotional) conversation about the past, present, and future. Favorite memories, least favorite memories, and everything in between.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Gracie Returns08:09: How It Started17:17: Advice32:01: Gracie Asks Questions38:17: Memories & The Future42:25: Final Thoughts-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner by Hema Persad, founder of Sagrada Studio. After starting her career as an attorney, Hema transitioned into fashion, spending years styling A-list celebrities and major campaigns before moving into interior design in 2021. She now leads residential and commercial projects across the country through Sagrada Studio, a practice rooted in the belief that our homes and creative spaces are sacred, and designed with a focus on culture, luxury, and comfort.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Hema's Background17:43: Guest Vice19:33: Confession #1: Frenemy Sabotage44:06: Confession #2: The Wallpaper Nightmare54:04: Guest Questions62:00: What Made Hema Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @hemaapersadWebsite: SagradaStudio.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Corey Lohmann, principal designer and founder of Corey Lohmann Design. With more than two decades in luxury interior design, and an international portfolio, Corey draws a unique inspiration from her travels, infusing global influence with a deep appreciation for historic details.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Corey's background18:58: Guest Vice20:01: Confession #1: My Project Went Up In Flames26:38: Confession #2: The Ex-Wife Erasure36:14: Guest Questions55:06: What Made Corey Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @corey.lohmann.designWebsite: coreylohmanndesign.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Tyka Pryde — an interior designer and Emmy-nominated production designer with eight seasons as lead Art Director on Netflix’s Queer Eye and credits across every major network. Tyka approaches interiors through beauty, wellness, and individuality, working across television, residential, and commercial projects while sharing industry insight with designers through her online platforms.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Tyka's background09:43: Guest Vice & Questions25:00: Confession #1: Daddy's Girl35:02: Confession #2: My Clients Were Cats42:25: Guest Questions55:43: What made Tyka feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: @tykaprydeWebsite: tykapryde.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner is joined by Meghan Jay, a designer who blends bold color, global inspiration, and a love for pieces with real history. She’s the founder of her namesake studio, known for interiors that are joyful, personal, and full of whimsy. When she’s not designing, you’ll often find her hunting for vintage treasures around Chicago with her kids in tow.This week's confessions feature a client whose actions bordered on identity theft, and a typo that almost ruined one designer's project.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Meghan's background13:59: Guest Vice18:58: Confession #1: The single-digit mistake29:24: Confession #2: The copycat client42:06: Guest Questions60:37: What made Meghan feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Socials:Instagram: meghanjaydesignWebsite: meghanjaydesign.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Jenna Peffley, an interior, lifestyle, celebrity, and travel photographer, as well as a an artist and brand strategist. Jenna’s work has been featured in publications such like Architectural Digest, House Beautiful, Veranda, andVogue Living, showcasing her expertise in photography, brand strategy, and creative direction.As always, this episode features two confessions that prove once again that the wildest design stories never make it into the portfolio. From a celebrity project nearly derailed by an overreaching assistant to an unsettling client request that crossed personal and professional boundaries, this episode dives headfirst into the uncomfortable, unbelievable, and very real moments designers face.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Jenna’s background12:45: Guest Vice14:10: Confession #1: The Assistant-Designed Disaster29:33: Confession #2: My Client Was a Creep52:46: Guest Questions85:03: What made Jenna feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Follow Jenna for refined interior photography that captures the story behind the space:Instagram: @jennapeffleyWebsite: jennapeffley.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Audra Kiewiet de Jonge, founder of Art/Artefact, a nationally recognized art advisory and design practice that places exceptional art collections at the heart of every project. Audra brings a unique art-first perspective rooted in her training as a painter and art historian, curating interiors and collections that feel thoughtful, unexpected, and deeply personal.Caroline also reads two anonymous confessions packed with drama: the first involving a client’s girlfriend who became convinced the designer was crossing personal lines, and another about a project where artwork raised more questions than it answered.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Audra’s background and founding Art/Artefact15:37: Vice: Audra’s indulgence and how she unwinds19:33: Confession #1: Suspect of an Affair39:07: Confession #2: The Missing Heirloom55:27: Guest Questions71:17: Things that made Audra feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 ​Elevate your passion! Follow Audra for thoughtful, innovative design:Instagram: @art__artefactWebsite: artartefact.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Lauren Lothrop Caron, founder of Studio Laloc, a Seattle-based interiors firm celebrated for its richly layered, timeless spaces. Lauren shares how she transitioned from fashion to interiors, why she believes every home deserves soul and depth, and how she balances classic design principles with real-life client needs. She and Caroline explore the emotional rhythms of long-term projects, the power of patience, and the magic that happens when clients lean into trust.Caroline also reads two shocking anonymous confessions — first, a designer whose client discovered hidden cameras planted in her walls by her husband, and second, a story about an architect who told a client she didn’t need a designer at all… because Pinterest exists.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Lauren’s path from fashion to interiors12:19: Vice: Lauren’s personal indulgence20:23: Confession #1: Cameras hidden in the walls32:09: Confession #2: Architect dismisses designers in favor of Pinterest54:39: Guest Questions66:20: What made Lauren feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Lauren for beautifully collected, timeless interiors:Instagram: @studiolalocWebsite: studiolaloc.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect With Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Maegan Blau, founder of Blue Copper Design, a Phoenix-based designer known for her vibrant, modern take on accessible and inclusive spaces. Maegan shares her journey from navigating her own wheelchair-accessible home renovation to building a design philosophy rooted in creativity, adaptability, and the belief that accessibility can still be beautiful. Caroline and Maegan dive deep into advocating for clients, redefining what “livable design” means, and designing spaces that honor every stage of a person’s life.Caroline also reads two anonymous confessions — the first from a designer who kept hearing voices in an old home, and the second involving a client who, during a site visit, revealed an unexpected surprise… an ankle monitor.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Sarah’s background and path into editorial design18:03: Maegan Blau's Vice20:37: Confession #1: Voices in an old home27:52: Confession #2: Client with an ankle monitor37:07: Guest Questions63:18: What made Maegan Feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Maegan for bold, accessible design insights:Instagram: @bluecopperdesignWebsite: bluecopper.designGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------✨ Sponsored By: Programa, "Use code 'CONFESSIONS25' at checkout for 25% off an annual subscription.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Sarah Lyon, a writer, editor, stylist, and design-obsessed creative whose work has appeared in Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Domino, and more. Sarah shares how she carved out a career at the intersection of interiors and storytelling, why she loves highlighting real homes, and what she’s learned from stepping into countless personal spaces. Caroline and Sarah dive into the realities of styling, navigating client expectations, and the surprising emotional layers behind their work.And of course,Caroline reads two anonymous confessions from fellow designers: one about discovering a client’s literal ashes hidden inside their antique furniture, and another about stumbling upon a rare tapestry without realizing how valuable it truly was.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Guest Introduction: Sarah’s background and path into editorial design26:01: Sarah's Vice28:11: Confession #1: Designing with the dead: Ashes hidden in a client’s antique furniture33:01: Confession #2: The rare tapestry find I didn’t know was priceless43:30: Guest Questions50:59: What made Sarah feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Sarah for beautifully told design stories:Instagram: @sarahlyon9Website: sarahilyon.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Abigail Morris, founder of Abigail Morris Interiors, known for her warm, layered spaces and thoughtful, client-centered approach. Abigail shares her journey from design school to running her own studio, what she’s learned about setting boundaries, and how she approaches projects with both creativity and clarity. Caroline and Abigail dive into unexpected client dynamics, the realities of managing budgets, and how designers cope with the emotional labor of their work.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Abigail’s design background and philosophy10:25: Abigail’s vice11:09: Confession #1 - Client paid a designer but remodeled the entire space in a weekend20:04: Confession #2 - Client turning a single mistake into multiple tragedies34:43: Guest questions44:39: What made Abigail feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Abigail for cozy, crafted interiors:Instagram: @Abigail.Morris.InteriorsWebsite: AbigailMorrisInteriors.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Laura Lester, founder of Lester Fine Art, an advisor specializing in modern, post-war, and contemporary art. With nearly 20 years of experience in New York and Chicago, Laura has advised private collectors and interior designers, curated major exhibitions, and served on the Women’s Board of the MCA Chicago. In this episode Laura talks about commissioning art, working with high-end collectors, and the importance of clear expectations when a project involves large, statement works. Caroline also reads two anonymous listener confessions and reacts—one about a client who insisted everything be “collectible” (money no object), and the other about a dramatic commissioned artwork that caused a jaw-dropping installation moment.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Laura’s background and industry journey20:47: Laura’s vice21:47: Confession #1 - Everything must be collectible and money isn't a problem37:20: Confession #2 - Dramatic commissioned artwork of the "masculine" variety.49:14: Question #1 - What's one thing you wish every designer unstood about working with art?50:59: Question #2 - What's your advice for designers who want to establish and maintain a long term relationship with an art advisor?52:23: What made Laura feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Discover modern & contemporary art collecting! Follow Laura for collecting & advisory insights::Instagram: @LesterFineArtWebsite: lesterfineart.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Erin and Matt of Kismet House. Together, the pair share how they balance design, family, and their very different approach to both their personal and professional challenges. Erin opens up about her journey from hobbyist decorator to the founder of Kismet House, the power of vulnerability in design, and the lessons learned from sharing her life online. Matt offers his perspective on shifting his career after a firefighting injury, and how to support your wife in her vision as a designer.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Erin and Matt’s background and industry journey20:54: Erin and Matts vice22:55: Confession #1 - The Paris trip gone wrong34:22: Confession #2 - The rug disaster41:30: Question #1 - As a passion project, at what point did it feel like it could be bigger?46:19: Question #2 - Because of how you structure your content, do you feel your followers feel more connected with you?49:58: Question #3 - What's a design risk you've taken that has paid off and one that didn't go as planned?53:23: Question #4 - What have you learned about each other through the process of designing and building as a team?57:48: What made Erin and Matt feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired! Follow Erin & Matt for honest, down-to-earth design inspiration:Instagram: @kismethouseWebsite: Kismet-House.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Zoë Feldman, founder and principal designer of Zoë Feldman Design, a Washington, D.C. based interior design firm celebrated for its sophisticated, sustainable, and personality-driven spaces. Zoë opens up about her path from working under Alexa Hampton to building her own nationally recognized firm, how she balances bold design with timeless appeal, and why vulnerability has been a secret ingredient to her success. Together, Caroline and Zoë explore the emotional side of design, from managing client expectations to creating spaces that truly reflect the people who live in them.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner01:10: Zoë’s background and industry journey21:42: Zoë’s vice23:06: Confession #1 - Non-responsive client takes all the credit34:58: Confession #2 - AI client references48:23: Question #1 - What was a decision you agonized over that made a huge difference?52:29: Question #2 - Hearing more on the Give Back Program/Initiative. How were you inspired to do that and how does it work?56:33: Question #3 - How do you balance your partnership and media opportunities with the time you devote to your firm? 58:07: What made Zoë feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired! Follow Zoë for bold and beautiful design inspiration:Instagram: @zoefeldmandesignWebsite: zoefeldmandesign.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner wraps up an incredible first season with a compilation of some of the juiciest and most unforgettable confession moments. Caroline reflects on the journey of creating the podcast, the overwhelming support from listeners, and the incredible stories that have shaped this season. She shares her excitement for season two, with big plans and amazing guests already lined up. Caroline also invites listeners to share their feedback—what you loved, what you’d change, and what you’d like to hear more of next season. Plus, don’t miss her tips on how to stay connected during the break and make sure you’re the first to hear when season two drops!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Caroline season 1 sign-off02:18: Confession #01 - The affair behind the drapes07:14: Confession #02 - The chair swap scandal11:46: Confession #03 - The mouse mansion16:55: Confession #04 - The reward21:11: Confession #05 - The red room25:37: Confession #06 - They want what they want29:59: Confession #07 - The haunted house34:48: Confession #08 - The client's crush39:56: Confession #09 - The woman on the side44:51: Confession #10 - The couch that ruined it all50:38: Confession #11 - The spit and the stone54:35: Confession #12 - The criminal empire-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay connected and get ready for season two:Follow and subscribe on Spotify or Apple to get season two automatically in your feed.Rate and review—it helps us so much with growth!Be part of the community—join our Facebook Group for updates and exclusive roundtable invites.Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Elizabeth Kruger, the founder of Elizabeth Kruger Design. With over a decade of experience in new construction, large-scale renovations, and full home furnishing projects, Elizabeth has built a name for herself in the industry. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Luxe Magazine, among many others. In this episode, she shares her journey from working in Chicago to managing projects across the country and the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Elizabeth's background and industry journey27:26: Elizabeth's vice30:14: Confession #1 - Not all money is good money49:08: Confession #2 - Being 2 places at once62:35: Question #1 - How do you balance personal and team support?63:59: Question #2 - What should people going into the industry know?65:40: What made Elizabeth feel -----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Elizabeth for design insights:Instagram: @elizabeth.kruger.designWebsite: elizabethkrugerdesign.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Lauren Taylor, an interior architecture and lifestyle photographer known for capturing the soul of beautifully designed spaces. Lauren shares her journey from fine art photography to working with top interior designers, the ethical challenges of sharing work online, and her thoughts on the business relationship between photographers and designers. She also dives into the impact of AI-generated photography, how it’s shaking up the industry, and why real-life texture and authenticity might be the best defense against the rise of artificial imagery.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Lauren's Story08:17: Lauren's Vice10:21: Confession: posting design photos ends badly51:46: Question #1: Helping photographers thrive on a shoot55:48: Question #2: Craziest experience60:10: What made Lauren feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Capturing interiors with artistry—follow Lauren for stunning architectural and lifestyle photography:Instagram: @LaurenTaylorCreativeWebsite: LaurenTaylorCreative.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Kristin Cali Schloemer, owner and founder of Calia Stone Boutique, a Chicago-based showroom redefining the natural stone industry with glam, expertise, and sophistication. Kristin shares her journey from interior design school to running her own stone boutique, navigating the challenges of business ownership, and learning to trust her instincts. She opens up about a her thoughts on quartz, the risks of working with unreliable suppliers, and how she built a thriving business from the ground up—sometimes by making it up as she went along.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Kristin's story22:14: Question #1 - Helping clients decide to go the natural stone route26:35: Traveling to Italy29:03: Questions #2 - Why no Quartz?37:57: Kristin's vice39:31: Confession #1 - Supplier sold my slabs58:30: Confession #2 - Supplier grossed out my client64:51: What made Kristin feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Bringing glam and expertise to the stone industry—follow Kristin for all things natural stone:Instagram: @calia_stone_boutiqueWebsite: caliastone.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Iga Soszynska, the founder of Designed by So, a multidisciplinary design studio based in Los Angeles. With a background in interior design, branding, and business strategy, Iga helps designers build strong, scalable businesses with a focus on marketing and process improvement. In this episode, she shares her journey from working at large firms to striking out on her own, and the lessons she learned about branding the hard way. Plus, she reveals the key mistakes designers make when trying to market themselves—and how to avoid them.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Iga's Introduction32:45: Iga's vice35:16: Confession - The brand refresh50:10: Question #1 - What every designer should know about marketing52:37: Questions #2 - Thoughts on AI59:43: What made Iga feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Helping designers build businesses that thrive—follow Iga for strategy and branding insights:Instagram: @designedbysoWebsite: designedbyso.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Shannon Sharpe, a Chicago-based design and lifestyle writer with nearly two decades of experience in the publishing world. Shannon shares her unconventional journey from marketing to journalism, eventually finding her passion in design writing. With bylines in Luxe Interiors & Design, Architectural Digest, and Atlanta Homes and Lifestyles, Shannon dives into the behind-the-scenes world of design publications, offering insights into how stories are crafted and the ethics of editorial decisions. Plus, she reveals the challenges of balancing client expectations with journalistic integrity and the surprising ways her work has intersected with her personal life—including meeting her husband through a design feature!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Shannon's Introduction22:09: Shannon's vice24:38: Confession #1 - Budget friendly design46:57: Confession #2 - The statement sofa58:14: Question #1 - selecting projects to feature?62:08: Questions #2 - Design trends to get rid of65:03: What made Shannon feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Crafting timeless stories—follow Shannon for design writing and industry insights:Instagram: @shannonsharpewriter Website: shannon-sharpe.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Dee Thompson. From IT consultant to construction mogul: discover how Dee transformed her career and built Urbane Home, a thriving woman-led construction and design company. Despite initial self-doubt, Dee's journey showcases how she leveraged her IT project management skills to navigate the construction industry, turning her passion for design into a successful business venture.Learn how Urbane Home revolutionized client relationships through a methodical pre-selection process, carefully vetting potential clients to ensure perfect matches. Their unique approach includes a structured interview process and strategic presentation of options, setting clear expectations from the start.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: How did Dee get to where she is20:20: Dee's vice22:22: Confession #1 - teen angst34:15: Confession #2 - contractor crosses the line47:03: Audience Question #1 - questions to ask when vetting a contractor47:50: Audience Question #2 - advice for women pursuing construction53:04: What made Dee feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Building bold spaces—follow Dee for expert design and construction insights:Instagram: @urbanehomeWebsite: urbanehome.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Maddie Asebrook! Ever wondered what happens when a fashion industry professional switches lanes to interior design? Maddie's compelling journey from fashion to becoming a successful design rep in Chicago reveals fascinating insights about industry evolution and cultural shifts.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:21: Maddie Asebrook’s background and transition from fashion to interior design25:29: Maddie’s vice26:34: Confession #1 — fronting money for my client42:06: Confession #2 — the "partner"59:04: Audience question #1 — advice on staying inspired62:29: Audience question #2 — balancing client preferences and yours64:44: Things that made Maddie and Caroline feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner welcomes Shannon Claire, a talented interior designer from D.C. Shannon shares her journey from studying British literature to becoming a successful interior designer with a small but impactful firm. They discuss the challenges of transitioning careers, running a remote team, and creating boundaries in the design industry. Plus, Shannon confesses the highs and lows of her most memorable client projects, including navigating “regret residences” and unexpected romance on-site.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:16: Shannon Claire’s journey from literature to interior design02:11: The beginnings of Shannon’s design blog and her DIY journey08:09: Transitioning to a design business and finding her niche09:38: Returning to writing with Substack and its creative rewards13:40: Vices that are not quite vices18:04: Confession #1 — the “regret residence”20:56: Balancing work-life boundaries in design27:15: Confession #2 — design and romance31:54: The ethical challenges of client and contractor relationships44:07: Audience question on employee retention53:37: Audience question on firing clients64:09: Things that made Shannon feel-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Stay inspired—follow Shannon for design and style insights:Instagram: @shannonclaireWebsite: shannonclaireinteriors.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & ProducerGracie Miller - ProducerKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!Today, host Caroline Turner welcomes Anna Knight, the founder of Anna Knight Interiors, based in Oak Park, Illinois. Anna shares her inspiring journey from a law career in Manhattan to creating stunning high-end residential renovations. They delve into Anna’s experiences navigating a major career transition, balancing motherhood with entrepreneurship, and managing a team of talented designers. Plus, hear about a haunting Victorian renovation that left everyone with chills and the lessons Anna learned along the way.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------⏰ Timestamps:00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner00:22: Anna Knight’s career journey: from law to design03:34: Building a team and the challenges of burnout07:14: The importance of setting boundaries in client service11:54: Anna's current vice13:50: Confession 1: haunted renovation project27:49: Confession 2: interior design feud50:17: Listener's questions64:07: Something that made Anna feel66:47: Anna's social media information and website-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📲 Transform your space—follow Anna for luxurious design inspiration:Instagram: @annaknightinteriorsWebsite: annaknightinteriors.comGot a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------📝 Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer! Today, I’m joined by Madison Malaga, co-owner of CM Interiors, an incredible design firm she runs with her mom. Madison brings a unique perspective on balancing creativity, business, and family in the design world. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer! Today’s episode is with Gracie Miller, an incredible interior designer and my right-hand woman at CTI. Excited for you to all love her as much as I do!-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another scandalously entertaining episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer! This week we’re serving up bold career moves, shocking client requests, and a moral dilemma that’s still haunting one designer today…I’m joined by Robert Gigliotti - the incredible content creator, model, and interior decorator - who shares so many pearls of sparkly wisdom, as well as helping me out with a brand new feature in which we decide which styles belong in Heaven, Purgatory or Hell… Do you agree with us?! Let us know on TikTok, Insta or in our special private Facebook community - we’ve been LOVING hearing from you beauties!What to Expect This Episode:Special Guest: Robert GigliottiRobert opens up about building a personal brand while balancing the worlds of content creation and interior decorating. Hear how he carved his unique niche by embracing bold aesthetics, trusting his instincts, and adapting to industry trends without losing authenticity.Listener Confessions:“The Red Room Request”: One designer’s renovation takes a jaw-dropping turn when a client’s outrageous request pushes the limits of what “custom design” should mean… “I Burglarized a Brooch”: A dazzling discovery during a home reno leads to an ethical crossroads. Would you do the right thing - or keep quiet? This confession will have you questioning what you would do in the heat of the moment.Heaven, Purgatory, or HellWe put Robert in the hot seat for our ultimate design dilemma game! From all-white kitchens to CB2 pieces, do they belong in style Heaven, Purgatory, or should they be banished to Hell?Industry InsightsWe dive into how to navigate the ever faster spinning world of trends, and pro content creator Robert tells us how we can really leverage social media to gain new clients - DON’T miss this advice gem, it’s worth its weight in GOLD!The Feel FactorRobert shares the recent joys keeping him inspired.GET INVOLVED!Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.Help others find us! Give us a quick rating or review on your pod platform - we appreciate every one of you.Stay inspired—follow Robert for awesome content:On Instagram, TikTok and YouTube: @robertgigs-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereCredits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerMegan Bay Dorman - Producer & ConsultantCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another scandalously entertaining episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer! I’m your host, Caroline Turner, and today we’re diving into the drama, creativity, and lessons that come with life as an interior designer. From a Silicon Valley penthouse project gone awry to a discount-obsessed nightmare client, this week’s stories prove that every space has its sins -and we’re here to spill the tea.What to Expect This Episode:🎨 Special Guest: Joining me is the talented Kimberly Swedelius, a prop and interior stylist specializing in still life and set design. Kimberly shares her inspiring journey from novice to pro, with invaluable advice for thriving in the fast-paced world of styling and interior design.🔑 Listener Confessions:“Lines and Designs”: A tech mogul with over-the-top demands and an unexpected (illegal!) “thank you” for creative genius...“Discount Disaster”: A Dallas dream home client whose obsession with bargains turns into a designer’s worst nightmare...💡 Industry Insights:How to navigate client negotiations and red flagsStrategies for building rapport with challenging personalitiesTips on showing your personality online without alienating clients🌟 The Feel Factor: Kimberly and I wrap up by sharing the little joys and big wins that keep us sane in the whirlwind world of design.GET INVOLVED!🛋️ Got a juicy confession or design dilemma? Submit anonymously here.📲 Stay inspired—follow Kimberly for prop styling magic:Instagram: @kimberlyswedeliusWebsite: kswedelius.comThis episode has everything: outrageous client antics, insider advice, and plenty of laughs. Don’t miss it - and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!💌 Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereCredits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerMegan Bay Dorman - Producer & ConsultantCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome back!! We are BUZZING with excitement and completely obsessed with all your amazing feedback since our launch. Today’s episode is packed with drama, inspiration, and plenty of laughs – and I can’t wait for you to hear it!This week, I’m joined by the endlessly talented interior design consultant and stylist Darwin Fitz. From dodging veterinary school to becoming a landscape design star and now a sought-after stylist, Darwin’s unexpected career twists will leave you inspired and ready to embrace your own unique path in the industry.And then - hold onto your tape measures - because this week’s listener confessions are next-level outrageous! In “The Mouse Mansion,” revolting rodents, a tyrannical boat captain (yes, really), and unhinged house rules combine for one designer’s nightmare project. And in “The Case of the Swapped Marble,” a $50,000 blunder takes an unbelievable turn, proving that sometimes the universe really does work in mysterious ways…But it’s not all chaos and confessions. We’re also digging into practical advice, from surviving life after a company acquisition to balancing clients with wildly clashing tastes. Plus, the tiny joys that keep us sane (and stylish) in this whirlwind industry.This episode has everything: drama, wisdom, and plenty of tea to spill. Don’t miss it! And keep those messages coming—we’re LOVING building this incredible community with you. 💕What to Expect This Episode:Darwin Fitz spills all – the exciting and unexpected path to successThe Mouse Mansion – bizarre rules, revolting surprises, and a house manager you won’t believeThe Marble Mishap – a jaw-dropping $50K disaster with an unexpected twistIndustry Survival Tips – managing acquisitions and clients with wildly clashing tastesLittle Joys, Big Wins – what keeps us sane in a hectic industryFind out more about Darwin Fitz:Visit Darwin’s website: darwinfitzdesign.comFollow Darwin on Instagram: @darwin.fitzRequest Darwin’s portfolio by emailing [email protected] a Confession?Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession here.Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereReady to hear confession? Listen now!Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerMegan Bay Dorman - Producer & ConsultantCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer! I’m Caroline Turner, your host, here to pull back the velvet drapes on the secrets, scandals, and stories of the interior design world.In this very first solo episode, I’m spilling my own confessions - because it wouldn’t be fair to dish out the drama without sharing some of my own. From an unforgettable under-the-desk moment during my early days working for an industry legend, to learning what it's really like to work with high profile people in the industry, I’m taking you through the wild twists that shaped my journey.But the tea doesn’t stop there. This week’s listener confession is a jaw-dropper: high-profile clients, a $25,000 surprise, and a dinner party disaster that spirals out of control. You’ll want to grab your popcorn for this one.To wrap things up, I’m diving into your burning questions about working with indecisive clients, navigating residential design challenges, and the tiny joys that keep me grounded in this wonderfully chaotic industry.Get ready for an episode packed with candor, chaos, and confessions—it’s going to be a wild ride!What to Expect This Episode:Office Glam Gone Wild – confessions from my newbie era with an industry legendThe Chair Scandal – when high stakes lead to an audacious cover-upMeet Morgan!  – our producer makes her debut with sharp insights and a little sassYour Design Dilemmas  – solvedThings That Make Me Feel – my current comforts and inspirationsGot a Confession?Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession here.Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereReady to hear confession? Listen now!Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerMegan Bay Dorman - Producer & ConsultantCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer, the behind-the-scenes podcast that spills the juicy secrets of the luxury interior design world! I’m your host, Caroline Turner, and for our very first episode I’m joined by Paige Wassel: celebrity interior stylist, content creator, and founder of Was the Store. Together we dive into one of our most jaw-dropping listener confessions, “The Affair Behind the Drapes” - a scandalous story of passion, power, and an unforgettable client situation. This isn’t about a romantic date gone wrong - it’s what happens when professionalism blurs with something a little more...complicated. We also answer your burning questions on client trust and the role of an interior photo stylist. Plus Paige shares her journey from Vogue intern to powerhouse prop stylist, and now, highly successful content creator and business owner. You’ll hear about her rise to success, lessons learned from challenging bosses, and the chaotic yet rewarding reality of building a creative career.So whether you’re an industry pro or just love juicy stories, this episode will make you laugh, gasp, and think twice about what happens behind closed doors…What to Expect This Episode:The Affair Behind the Drapes – our first explosive listener confession!Morality Meeting – when a colleague's shocking private life becomes office gossip...Paige’s path from intern to celebrity interior stylist and business ownerInsider advice on managing tricky client dynamics in luxury designReal talk as we answer your Industry Questions Things That Make Me Feel – the moments and comforts that keep us grounded in the hectic world of design and creativityPaige Wassel - Find out more about our guest!:Visit Paige's website - paigewassel.comCheck out Paige's YouTube channelFollow Paige on InstagramDrop by Was The StoreSign up to Was the NewsletterGot a Confession? Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession here.Connect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group!Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes hereReady to hear confession? Listen now!Credits: Caroline Turner - Host & Executive ProducerMorgan Purcell - Executive ProducerMegan Bay Dorman - Producer & ConsultantCory Barton - Audio Engineer & EditorKim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer, the weekly podcast that uncovers the hilarious, chaotic, and downright shocking realities behind the luxury interior design industry. I’m your host, Caroline Turner—luxury interior designer and founder of Caroline Turner Interiors in Chicago. With over 10 years in the field, I’ve gathered stories from every corner of the design world, and now, I’m sharing them with you. This isn’t about design trends or technical advice—it’s about the real experiences you never hear about. In each episode, my guests and I react to anonymous listener confessions, swapping outrageous stories that reveal the unexpected challenges and joys that come with designing for high-end clients. From chaotic installs to deadline disasters, it’s the kind of gossip we usually save for happy hour.Whether you’re an industry insider or just love juicy behind-the-scenes stories, Confessions of an Interior Designer will make you laugh, gasp, and feel like you’re right there in the thick of it with us.What to Expect:Anonymous confessions from the design world, discussed and dissected.Candid conversations with interior designers and industry insiders.Real, funny, and raw moments you won’t hear anywhere else.Got a Confession?Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession HEREConnect with Us:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokJoin the conversation in our Facebook Group! Learn more about the podcast, guests, and episodes hereReady to hear confession? Listen now!