E157 - How to Prevent Design Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands
Release Date: 03/19/2025
E162 - Christmas Decorating: How to Create a Beautiful, Cohesive Theme for Your Home
My Forever Home
In this festive episode of the My Forever Home™ Podcast, Frances walks you through how to create a Christmas theme that flows beautifully from your tree, to your table, and throughout your home. She shares how she designed her own Australian botanical Christmas and offers practical ideas to help you personalise your festive décorations, whether you love a minimalist nature-inspired look or full-on maximalist Christmas magic.
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E161 - How to Create a Cohesive Home Design: Flow, Function & Feeling
My Forever Home
In this episode, Frances dives deep into what it really means to create cohesion and continuity in your home — and why it matters more than you might think. From consistent materials and colour tones to layout flow and emotional connection, Frances walks you through the key elements that help your home feel calm, functional, and uniquely yours. Whether you're building new, renovating, or refreshing your space, this episode will help you pull everything together beautifully (and confidently!).
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E160 - Why Function Must Come Before Form
My Forever Home
If your home doesn’t work, it won’t matter how beautiful it looks. In this episode, Frances dives into why function must come first when designing your forever home. She shares what functionality really means, how to futureproof your spaces, and why open-plan retreats and missing doors might be costing you more than you realise. Practical, passionate, and packed with insights.
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E159 - Lighting Design for Mood, Function and Aesthetics
My Forever Home
In this new episode, Frances dives deep into the often-overlooked but absolutely critical role of lighting in your home. She explores how strategic lighting design can elevate not just the look but also the functionality and emotional feel of each space. From task lighting to the ambience created by uplights and lamps, Frances shares practical, real-life examples (including hotel bathrooms that drive her nuts!) and actionable tips for creating mood, atmosphere, and forever-home-worthy design outcomes.
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E158 - Kitchen Trends and What Will Stick Around
My Forever Home
In this new podcast episode, Frances walks you through the key kitchen design trends emerging for 2025 and beyond—plus which ones are here to stay. From coloured cabinetry (hello green and navy!) to textural finishes like fluted glass and curved profiles, she shares what’s gaining traction and how to know if it’s right for your Forever Home™. You’ll hear her take on splashbacks, timber tones, sustainable surfaces, and how European trends eventually filter into Australian homes. If you're planning a kitchen or simply love design, this one's packed with insight and practical advice...
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A Personal Update: Special Episode
My Forever Home
In this special episode, Frances shares a personal update and explains why the podcast has been quiet in recent months. It’s a heartfelt message to her community, with gratitude and honesty at its core.
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E157 - How to Prevent Design Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands
My Forever Home
In this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances discusses the hidden costs of design mistakes and how they can impact your renovation or new build. She shares real-life examples of costly errors and explains how working with an interior designer can help you avoid them. Tune in to learn how the right designer can guide you through the process, saving you time, money, and stress, while ensuring your home functions beautifully and stands the test of time.
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E156 - From Property Developer to Dream Home: Amanda McEwin’s Design Journey
My Forever Home
In this episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances speaks with Amanda McEwin, a successful property developer, about how she built her dream home. Amanda shares her experience of engaging an interior designer and they helped her navigate design challenges and solutions with her budget constraints. Tune in for key insights on the power of design professionals in creating your own Forever Home that works for you and your family.
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E155 - What Does an Interior Designer Do and Why You Need One for Your Forever Home™
My Forever Home
In this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances explains why you may need an interior designer to save money, avoid costly mistakes, and reduce decision fatigue during your renovation or new build. She discusses how some designers provide practical solutions, guiding you through overwhelming decisions while ensuring functionality and aesthetics align with your family’s needs. Tune in to learn how working with a designer can streamline your project, help you make informed decisions, and ultimately create your Forever Home™.
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E154 - The Power of Holiday Reflection to Find Clarity for Your Home
My Forever Home
In this episode, Frances reflects on how the quiet of the holidays gives us the perfect opportunity to assess what isn’t working in our homes. She shares personal experiences of the things that have bugged her, how it’s easy to live with them, and how holiday time is the best time to make a change. Listen in for helpful insights on finding clarity for your home and how to finally tackle those lingering issues.
info_outlineIn this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances discusses the hidden costs of design mistakes and how they can impact your renovation or new build. She shares real-life examples of costly errors and explains how working with an interior designer can help you avoid them.
Tune in to learn how the right designer can guide you through the process, saving you time, money, and stress, while ensuring your home functions beautifully and stands the test of time.