The Design Duet
Episodes
Colour Confidence: A conversation with Haymes' Colour Lead Rachel Lacy
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever stood in front of a wall of paint swatches feeling completely overwhelmed? In this episode of The Design Duet, we’re joined by Rachel Lacy, Col...
Will It Date? How to Choose Finishes & Styles That Last
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Afraid that the tapware, tile or bold finish you love might date in a few years? You’re not alone — and today, Chrissie and Caroline are diving in...
City, Coast and Country: The Timeless Vision of Adelaide Bragg
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We’re joined by Adelaide Bragg, one of Australia’s most gifted interior designers, celebrated for her extraordinary eye for colour, fabric, and te...
Designing for All Stages of Life: What You Actually Need at Every Stage of Home Life
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
From your first rental to your forever home, your space and everything in it changes as you move through life’s seasons. 🏡In this episode, we’...
Building a Home for Everyone: Edwina’s Journey with Accessibility, Caregiving & Design
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we sit down with Edwina to explore the deeply personal journey of designing a home around accessibility. As a prim...
The Block Effect – What Renovation TV Isn’t Telling You
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In The Block Effect, we dive into how renovation shows have changed the game, for better and worse. They’ve inspired us to care about good design (y...
Styled to Sell: The Power of Property Styling with Marie from Monarch Property Styling
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with Marie from Monarch Property Styling, a leading expert in transforming homes to sell faster, for more and with less st...
Design is a Collaboration with Mark Douglass
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by one of Melbourne’s most respected creative forces - Mark Douglass, a renowned glass artist and designer with over 30 ye...
More Than Beige: Brett Mickan on Bold, Beautiful Spaces
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed Sydney-based interior designer Brett Mickan, whose fearless use of colour, love of vintage finds, and fine...
From Generic to Joyful — Designing a Home That Reflects You
10 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In the whirlwind of daily life, our homes can easily become just a pit stop—a place to sleep, eat, and repeat. But what if your home could be more t...
Mid-Century Magic in the Desert – Palm Springs & Modernism Week
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Palm Springs isn’t just a destination — it’s a design pilgrimage. In this sun-drenched surprise episode of The Design Duet, we take you along on...
Building Better: From Floorplans to Finishes with Rob from Constructing Spaces
19 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Rob from Constructing Spaces — a boutique building company known for high-end homes, quality renovations, and mul...
From Travel to Property: Jacqui’s People-First Approach
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we’re joined by Jacqui Bendall- a fourth-generation Boroondara local whose passion for people has shaped every step of her career. After ...
Bold Moves & Mindful Spaces - Interior Design Trends of 2025
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we’re diving into the standout interior design trends shaping 2025. From the bold comeback of vibrant colour pal...
Lighting the Way: Designing with Purpose and Glow
24 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we’re shining a light on one of the most transformative elements in interior design—lighting. Following our en...
The Power of Light: Designing with Emotion & Atmosphere with Danielle Mastro
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we kick off the new season with a deep dive into the transformative power of lighting. Joining us is the incredibl...
Behind the Mic: Interviewing Each other
12 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re bringing you a special year-end episode where we flip the script and interview each other! In this episode, we dive ...
Design Trends That Came, Went, and (Thankfully) Left
28 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we take a nostalgic (and slightly cringeworthy) stroll down memory lane to discuss the design trends that have com...
Breaking Into Interior Design: From Passion to Profession
07 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re sharing our unique journeys into the world of interior design. Caroline talks about starting fresh in the field, while Chriss...
The Art of Rug Making with Award-Winning Designer Jenny Jones
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode of The Design Duet, we sit down with the incredible Jenny Jones, an award-winning rug maker celebrated for her extraordinary ...
Kitchen Renovation: Designing with a $70,000 Limit
10 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Design Duet, we tackle one of the most important spaces in any home—the kitchen! Join us as we take a deep dive into ...
Restoring Heatherbrae: A Journey Through Heritage, History, and Home
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We are beyond thrilled to be joined by Julie Fodera, who, alongside her husband Vincent, is in the process of restoring the magnificent Heatherbrae—...
Navigating the Journey to Your First Home with Tilly
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we sit down with Tilly, who’s in the midst of buying her first home. Join us as Tilly shares her experiences, fr...
The Dos and Don'ts of Renovation
25 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we're diving deep into the world of home renovation. If you've ever wondered how to kickstart your ren...
Transforming an Edwardian House into a Dream Home – A Client's Journey
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we sit down with our lovely client, Inez, who completed the renovation of her stunning Edwardian home back in 20...
The Pros & Cons of Flipping Houses
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we're delving into the exhilarating and complex world of house flipping. Have you ever considered transform...
Designing Dreams: A Conversation with Nathan Bachli
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, we sit down with the remarkable Nathan Bachli, a young and dynamic entrepreneur who defied the odds by launching a...
Bathroom Renovation: Designing with a $25,000 Limit
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Design Duet, join us as we explore the art of renovating a bathroom on a budget! With Easter around the corner, we're exci...
Navigating the Interior Design Journey with Andrew Mitchell
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
WE ARE BACK! In our first episode of Season Two, we're thrilled to have the remarkable Andrew Mitchell, The Design Coach, as our guest. Andrew ta...
Episode Twelve - Wrapping Up the Year: Answering your questions
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In our final episode of the year, join us for a special Q&A session where we answer some of the most asked questions. In this episode, we'r...
Episode Eleven - The Design Journey with Justin Bishop
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the fabulous interior designer, Justin Bishop. Join us on a captivating journey through his remarkable career, from ...
Episode Ten: The Art of Styling: Creating Timeless Spaces
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we delve into the fascinating world of styling. Join us as we unveil the intricate process behind transforming spaces into harmonious,...
Episode Nine: The Art of Fabric: A Conversation with Jo from Elliott Clarke
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode join us as we sit down with Jo from Elliott Clarke, a true connoisseur of textiles, who's been working in the industry for over 1...
Episode Eight: Mastering Scale and Proportion: Finding the Perfect Fit for Your Space
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we delve deep into the intricate art of scale and proportion in interior design. We unravel the mysteries behind finding the ideal siz...
Episode Seven: Creating Beautiful Homes: A Conversation with Designer Melissa Balzan
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we talk with the exceptionally talented interior designer, Melissa Balzan. We embark on a journey through Melissa's career, expl...
Episode Six: Interior Design Trends: From Open Plan to Apartment Living
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the ever-evolving world of interior design. Join us for a discussion that spans from the latest color palettes to innova...
Episode Five: Crafting Elegance with Zuster: A Conversation with Wilhelmina and Fleur
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this captivating episode of The Design Duet, we have the privilege of sitting down with the incredible minds behind Zuster Furniture, Wilhelmina Mc...
Episode Four: Working with a Budget
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, we discuss the diverse ways designers approach costing, and why there's no one-size-fits-all formula. We'll navigate thro...
Episode Three: Designing Dreams: Interview with a Client
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our very first interview! In this special episode, join us as we sit down with an amazing client Liz who entrusted us with bringing their vision to ...
Bonus Episode - Unveiling the Magic of Salone del Mobile Milan
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the enchanting world of Salone del Mobile Milano, the ultimate design event that sets the global stage for creativity and innovation. In thi...
Episode Two - A Week in the Life
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A week in the life of us as designers. We go into detail about how we source and what our weeks look like.
Episode One: Introduction
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our first episode. We started this podcast as people kept asking about the world of interior design. Throughout this podcast we will talk a...