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About the show

There are so many choices that people have to make when decorating, renovating and building. But there is such joy in creating the homes and lives we all want. This inspired The Edit, a fresh new podcast from your friends at Home Beautiful that helps to make these daily decisions both simple and enjoyable. Hosted by Home Beautiful Editor Elle Lovelock, The Edit opens the door to beautiful homes and the people who create them. Featuring well-known guests and respected experts, this video podcast is for everyone shaping their sanctuary - wherever you live, whatever your budget, whether you're a seasoned homeowner, a renter or just curating a special space. The Edit makes those decisions simple and celebrates the everyday creativity, choices and personal touches that turn your house into a home.

Newest episodes

The Styling Secrets That Make A House Feel Like Home | Home Beautiful x Coco Republic

Nov 10, 2026 43 min

What makes a beautifully styled room feel like somewhere you actually want to live? For Sam Boughton, Head of Visual Merchandising at Coco Republic, it comes down to more than choosing the right furniture. From the music and signature scent in a showroom to the way furniture, artwork and accessories are layered together, every detail plays a part in creating a space that feels like home. In this episode of The Edit, Sam takes Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock behind the scenes at Coco Republic, sharing how he curates the brand's showrooms and translates different design aesthetics into spaces that inspire customers. He explains where to start when furnishing a room from scratch, how to work with existing architecture, and why the biggest investment pieces should come before the finishing touches. Plus, Sam shares his advice for styling open-plan living areas, creating distinct zones, mixing different design styles and bringing personality into a home. He also takes Elle on a tour of his own space, revealing his rather impressive collection of cushion covers, artwork and glassware and the special piece he'd save if his house was on fire. This episode covers: What a visual merchandising role at Coco Republic actually involves How music, scent and styling help create an inviting showroom experience Where to start when furnishing a room from scratch How to choose investment pieces and build a room through layers Why your furniture doesn't have to match your home's architecture Sam's tips for zoning and furnishing open-plan living spaces How to make a showroom-inspired look work in your own home The importance of finding pieces that reflect your personality Inside Sam's home and his ever-growing cushion collection The artwork with a special family connection he'd never part with This episode was brought to you in partnership with Coco Republic www.cocorepublic.com.au. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow...

“A $60,000 Mistake”: Mitch & Mark’s Worst Case Scenario

Nov 4, 2026 3 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, The Block favourites Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie share their worst-case renovation scenario, after a bargain buy of marble tiles turned into a costly mistake... to the tune of $60,000. Haven't caught Mitch & Mark’s episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Mitch Edwards & Mark McKie Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Block’s Mitch & Mark Know Every Home Has “Apologies”. Here’s What They Mean

Nov 2, 2026 53 min

Mitch Edwards and Mark McKie have renovated more than 25 properties together, and after years in the business, they’ve learned plenty about what to look for in a property and which renovation mistakes can be costly. In this episode of The Edit, The Block favourites walk Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock through their dramatic Brighton-Le-Sands penthouse renovation, including the marble staircase, statement powder room and their clever solution to the structural columns in the main bedroom. They also explain the thinking behind their “apologies” philosophy and share the expensive kitchen stone mistake that taught them to think carefully about materials. Plus, Mitch and Mark give their very honest take on this season of The Block and reveal the design eras they’d love to see make a comeback... hello Hollywood Regency! This episode covers: Mitch and Mark’s philosophy of finding the “apologies” in a property Inside their dramatic Brighton-Le-Sands penthouse transformation How to choose stone that looks beautiful and works for your lifestyle The costly kitchen renovation mistake they learned from Their clever solution to awkward structural columns in the main bedroom What 25 renovations have taught them about budgets, planning and property potential Why designing for the people who will live in a home matters Their honest opinions on the latest season of The Block Mitch & Mark's work with Down Syndrome NSW The design trends they’d love to see more (and less) of -- Check out Mitch & Mark on Instagram here Learn more about Down Syndrome NSW here -- 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Mitch Edwards & Mark McKie Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beaut...

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The Styling Secrets That Make A House Feel Like Home | Home Beautiful x Coco Republic

Nov 10, 2026 43 min

“A $60,000 Mistake”: Mitch & Mark’s Worst Case Scenario

Nov 4, 2026 3 min

The Block’s Mitch & Mark Know Every Home Has “Apologies”. Here’s What They Mean

Nov 2, 2026 53 min

Healthy Homes: Rethinking How Houses Are Designed For Everyday Wellbeing | Home Beautiful x Metricon Homes

Oct 28, 2026 29 min

We spend around 90 per cent of our lives indoors, but how much thought do we give to the ways our homes affect our health and wellbeing? From the materials inside our walls to the direction our homes face, the design decisions we make can have a lasting impact on how we live. In this episode of The Edit, Metricon Homes’ National Design Director Adrian Popple returns to join Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock for a conversation about the future of wellness-led home design. Adrian shares the thinking behind Metricon Homes’ ambitious wellness concept home in Byron Bay, which brings together healthier materials, improved indoor air quality, passive design principles and a focus on sustainability to create a home that looks as beautiful as it feels to live in. Plus, Adrian takes us on a virtual tour of the home, explains why the project is aiming for a 10-star energy rating, and reveals the design principles that could help create healthier, more comfortable homes for Australian homeowners. This episode covers: What a wellness home is and how it can support our health and wellbeing The surprising ways building materials and electrical wiring can affect our indoor environment Why indoor air quality, ventilation and natural materials matter How passive solar design and home orientation can improve comfort and energy efficiency Inside Metricon Homes’ wellness concept home, from its two pavilions to its dedicated wellness hub The benefits of hempcrete, biophilic design and bringing the outdoors in Why the project is aiming beyond the current seven-star energy rating, and what Adrian hopes to bring to future home designs This episode was brought to you in partnership with Metricon Homes www.metricon.com.au Listen to The Ultimate Guide To Designing A Beautiful Facade here or watch it on Youtube here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Wa...

Author Samera Kamaleddine Almost Forgot To Enter A Writing Competition. It Changed Her Life

Oct 26, 2026 50 min

Samera Kamaleddine’s home is filled with books, treasured objects and stories gathered over a lifetime. From her collection of The Great Gatsby covers to meaningful keepsakes, her home reflects a lifelong love of words and travel. In this episode of The Edit, Samera joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to share her journey from magazine editor to published author and children’s librarian, including the burnout that prompted her to start writing and the last-minute competition entry that led to a publishing deal. Plus, Samera opens up about writing from her Lebanese-Australian experience, her love of bookshops and clever ways to display books at home, even in a small space. She also shares the story behind her treasured evil eye talisman and why the things that make a home beautiful are often the ones with the most meaning. This episode covers: Samera’s early career at The Bulletin, Dolly, Girlfriend and Women’s Fitness How burnout inspired her to take time out and write The last-minute competition entry that led to a publishing deal Writing about Lebanese-Australian identity and cultural representation Why she writes by the seat of her pants Her work as a children’s librarian and the role libraries play in communities Her collection of The Great Gatsby covers and love of bookshops Clever ways to display books at home, even in a small space The story behind her evil eye talisman Why a home should reflect the people who live in it Check out Samera’s website here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Samera Kamaleddine Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See om...

“It Looked Like Fifty Shades Of Grey”: Sophie Falkiner’s Worst Case Scenario

Oct 21, 2026 3 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, television presenter Sophie Falkiner shares her worst-case home scenarios, from dropping a bottle of red wine on her brand-new kitchen bench on moving-in day to transforming a dark, dungeon-like cinema room into a walk-in wardrobe... much to her husband’s dismay. Haven't caught Sophie's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Sophie Falkiner Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sophie Falkiner’s Coastal Home Is Straight Out Of A Nancy Meyers Movie

Oct 19, 2026 45 min

Television presenter Sophie Falkiner is two years into a major renovation of her family home on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and she’s thought about almost every detail, from the sage-green shutters and antique French mirrors to the checkerboard floors and ocean-view bath. In this episode of The Edit, Sophie joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk through her Nancy Meyers-inspired vision, why she chose to renovate rather than knock down and rebuild, and the controversional decisions behind the floor plan, including giving up a bedroom to create a statement powder room. Plus, Sophie looks back on her career in television, from Wheel of Fortune to travel shows including The Great Outdoors and Luxury Escapes, and shares her approach to family travel, entertaining and the little details that make her house feel like a home. This episode covers: Sophie’s journey from Wheel of Fortune to travel television Why she’s always dreamed of a home by the ocean What defines the timeless Nancy Meyers aesthetic The influence of her Dutch mother and her love of a house-proud home How Sophie’s Northern Beaches renovation is taking shape Her plans for a Hamptons-inspired exterior and a classic, creamy kitchen The design details she loves, from herringbone floors to vintage lighting Why she believes a home should be warm, welcoming and made for entertaining How she built a friendship group after moving to the Northern Beaches Images: Laxale You can find Sophie on Instagram here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Sophie Falkiner Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnyst...

Masterclass | How To Style The Perfect Bed | Home Beautiful x Adairs

Oct 14, 2026 8 min

When the day’s guests had gone from the Adairs Summer House, Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock stayed behind to record one more bed styling masterclass, just for you. She starts with one of the questions she hears most about bed linen: does thread count really matter? Elle’s answer is a personal one. A sleep retreat, and time with a sleep psychologist, showed her how sensitive she is to her surroundings. Around the same time she swapped the sheets on her own bed and, for her, it “changed everything”. From there it’s a practical guide to building a bed around the way you sleep. Elle shares the questions to ask before you buy and the fabric to try if you run hot. She talks through linen and the different cotton weaves, and how to get a plump, high-loft quilt with or without feathers. Then comes the styling, including a bed cover look borrowed from the beds she grew up with and a pillow trick from magazine shoots. Elle also explains why the size of your room should decide how many cushions go on the bed. This episode is presented in partnership with Adairs and was recorded at the Adairs Summer House at Villa Alezalia, in Bellevue Hill, Sydney, during the launch of the new Adairs summer collection. Moments You'll Hear: * Does thread count really matter, and what to ask yourself before you buy sheets * The fabric Elle suggests for hot sleepers, and the one that feels like your favourite T-shirt * Why linen sheets are a safe buy, trend or not * How to get a plump, high-loft quilt if down and feather isn’t for you * The bed cover look Elle grew up with, and a fresher take on the throw at the end of the bed * A note for anyone who rests their head on the display pillows * The magazine shoot trick for perfectly stacked (or standing) pillows You can find Adairs on Instagram here and Home Beautiful here Shop the newly arrived Adairs homewares collection here - or copy and paste this link into your browser: https://clicks.trx-hub.com/xid/...

The Block’s Mat Johnson Bought a 116-Year-Old Church Over the Phone

Oct 12, 2026 49 min

Mat Johnson has always had a thing for unconventional homes, from a riverside shack to a heritage-listed salon. But his latest purchase might be his most unexpected yet: a 116-year-old church he bought over the phone while he was cutting hair. In this episode of The Edit, Mat joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about his love of old buildings, why he’d rather buy a property that speaks to his heart than his head, and his plans to transform the abandoned church into a home without losing its history and character. Plus, Mat opens up about life after The Block, becoming a dad, and the importance of creating a home filled with personality, family and the people you love. This episode covers: Mat’s love of unconventional and historic properties How he bought a 116-year-old church over the phone His plans to transform the heritage-listed church into a home Why preserving the history and character of old buildings matters to him His experience on The Block and the community behind the scenes Becoming a dad and building a co-parenting family How Mat approaches styling and renovating his own properties Why he believes you should buy something that makes you happy What makes a home beautiful in Mat’s eyes Images: The Block/Channel 9 You can find Mat on Instagram here Follow his church renovation journey here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Mat Johnson Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“The Bedroom Was Too Small”: Adrian Popple’s Worst Case Scenario

Oct 9, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Metricon Homes’ National Design Director Adrian Popple takes us behind the scenes of a display home disaster when the team realised the master bedroom was simply too small. The solution? Redesigning the ensuite and moving a wall to give the bedroom suite the space and balance it needed, proving that sometimes, it’s never too late to make a change. Haven't caught Adrian's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode here. This episode was brought to you in partnership with Metricon Homes www.metricon.com.au 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Adrian Popple Edited by: Thomas Crnkovic Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Ultimate Guide To Designing A Beautiful Facade | Home Beautiful x Metricon Homes

Oct 7, 2026 35 min

What makes a home’s facade truly beautiful and how do you choose one you’ll still love in 20 years? In this episode, Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock chats to Metricon Homes’ National Design Director Adrian Popple about the art of creating a great first impression, from symmetry and proportion to colour, materials and landscaping. Adrian also shares a look at his own Mermaid Beach home, the design decisions he’d change, and his tips for building a facade that feels personal without trying too hard. Plus, Adrian tackles a listener’s design dilemma: can you combine Hamptons style with a modern black-and-white look? This episode covers: How to choose a facade that will stand the test of time The importance of symmetry, proportion and balance The exterior materials and colour palettes shaping Australian homes How landscaping can transform the look of a facade Adrian’s own Mermaid Beach home and what he’d change How to create a connection between your home’s exterior and interior Adrian’s advice for building a facade you’ll love for years to come A listener dilemma: can you combine Hamptons style with a modern black-and-white look? This episode was brought to you in partnership with Metricon Homes www.metricon.com.au Thank you for listening ❤️ before you leave… 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host Elle Lovelock Guest Adrian Popple Edited by Thomas Crnkovic Head of Vodcasting Rachel Fountain With thanks to our fabulous Home Beautiful team. Learn More: The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seize The Yay’s Sarah Davidson On How To Stop Letting Work Define You

Oct 5, 2026 50 min

Sarah Davidson spent years building a successful career in law before burnout forced her to confront a surprisingly difficult question: who was she outside of work? What followed was a series of unexpected chapters, from launching a matcha business with her husband to turning her love of storytelling into Seize the Yay. In this episode of The Edit, Sarah joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about learning to take risks, why becoming a mum has been her most extraordinary chapter yet, and the Melbourne home she and Nic transformed while Sarah was pregnant. Plus, Sarah takes us inside their renovation, from the DIY cabinetry throughout the house to their wellness room. This episode covers: How Sarah went from lawyer to entrepreneur The burnout that forced her to rethink her identity Why she believes your “yay” should change throughout your life How Sarah taught herself to become comfortable with risk Why motherhood has been her most extraordinary chapter Inside Sarah and Nic’s family home renovation How they used kitchen cabinetry in their walk-in wardrobe Why Sarah has learned to embrace the Lego-covered chaos The simple design choices that make their house feel like home You can find Sarah on Instagram here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Sarah Davidson Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It Was Literally Underwater": Felicity Abbott's Worst Case Scenario

Sep 30, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, production designer Felicity Abbott takes us back to a set-building disaster on My Brilliant Career, where two weeks of work was submerged overnight. What followed was a frantic pivot and a complete rebuild, on a brand-new location, in record time. Haven't caught Felicity's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Felicity Abbott Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Design Secrets Behind Netflix’s My Brilliant Career With Felicity Abbott

Sep 28, 2026 41 min

Production designer Felicity Abbott returned to Australia after nine years working overseas to create the world of Netflix's My Brilliant Career, a new adaptation of Miles Franklin's iconic novel. In this episode of The Edit, Felicity tells Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock how her team transformed historic South Australian properties, built entire homes from scratch and used everything from architecture and landscaping to furniture, colour and the smallest objects in a room to tell the story of the characters who live there. Plus, Felicity reveals the surprising Victorian status symbol she discovered during her research, and the painstaking tricks used to make heritage locations and studio-built interiors appear completely seamless on screen. This episode covers: Why My Brilliant Career brought Felicity back to Australia after nine years overseas How she begins designing a world from the script and its characters Finding the historic South Australian homes used in the series Building entire houses and interiors from scratch Making the architecture feel distinctly Australian Why colour is the foundation of Felicity's production design Sourcing and creating Victorian furniture, antiques and homewares How tiny household objects reveal a character's backstory Recreating Victorian gas, candle and tallow lighting The magic - and sadness - of watching a film set come to life and eventually disappear Check out Felicity’s work here You can watch My Brilliant Career now on Netflix 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Felicity Abbott Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I'm Taking You To Fair Work": Sophie Tieman's Worst Case Scenario

Sep 23, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Sophie Tieman takes us through the bathroom renovation that spiralled into burst pipes, damaged stairs and a tradie she wishes she'd Googled first. Haven't caught Sophie's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Sophie here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Sophie Tieman Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I Just Bit the Bullet": Sophie Tieman On Quitting Real Estate To Start The Corporate Edit

Sep 21, 2026 42 min

Sophie Tieman grew up with a paintbrush in hand, helping her parents flip houses in Tasmania. That love of property carried into a 15-year career in commercial real estate... until one night at 10pm when she decided to walk away from it all and build something completely new. In this episode of The Edit, Sophie tells Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about launching The Corporate Edit, a one-stop fashion shop for women in business, why she handed in her notice before telling anyone what she was building, and her honest advice for anyone sitting on an idea of their own. Plus, Sophie shares how she completely transformed a dark 1970s townhouse during COVID, how she’s making her new home with “good bones” feel like her own, and her best hack for making a narrow home feel twice the size. Sending thanks to our partners at Kaboodle Kitchen. Explore kitchen and laundry inspiration at kaboodle.com.au This episode covers: Buying her first home pre-auction & signing the contract at the pub Leaving the house she brought both her babies home to Transforming a dark 1970s townhouse during COVID lockdowns Rewiring, floorboards and moving the laundry into the garage Designing a Kaboodle flat-pack kitchen Her trick for making a narrow home feel twice the size Creating the right ambience, from scent to playlists Quitting a 15-year real estate career with nothing lined up What her mum said about changing to fit a male-dominated industry Launching The Corporate Edit from scratch Mystery drawer: the wedding gift she can't throw out A listener's project mamagement renovation dilemma What makes a home beautiful You can find Sophie on Instagram here Check out The Corporate Edit here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Sophie Tieman Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcastin...

“We Did The Septic Tank Ourselves”: Carla Grace's Worst Case Scenario

Sep 16, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Carla Grace takes us back to her studio build, where one small plumbing miscalculation set off a domino effect, turning a simple septic install into a month of DIY digging. Haven't caught Carla's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Carla here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Carla Grace Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Extraordinary Childhood Behind Carla Grace’s $40k Wildlife Art

Sep 14, 2026 47 min

Carla Grace has built her career painting the wildlife she grew up with in South Africa. She’s just landed back in Australia after a piece of hers went under the hammer at Sotheby's in New York for an astounding $40,000. In this episode of The Edit, Carla tells Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about her childhood surrounded by rhinos, crocodiles and elephants, and how a stint without electricity in rural Zambia sparked the art career she's built over the past 12 years. Plus, Carla takes us through the art studio she and her husband spent a decade planning and saving for. The design is deeply intentional, down to the exact colour of the walls, so nothing would throw off-tone light onto her paintings. She also shares her honest advice on choosing frames and displaying art purposefully. Sending thanks to our partners at Kaboodle Kitchen. Explore kitchen and laundry inspiration at kaboodle.com.au This episode covers: Landing back from New York after selling a painting at Sotheby's Growing up surrounded by wildlife in Zimbabwe Her formative years in New Zealand and Zambia How a home with no power led her to art Building her art studio out of repurposed kitchen cabinets What her parents think of her career now What "success" really means after 12 years in the art industry Inside her 1980s farmhouse, mid-renovation Can rhinos paint? A listener dilemma – everything especially the kitchen sink What makes a home beautiful You can find Carla on Instagram here. Check out Carla’s amazing art on her website here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Carla Grace Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

"It Was a Pile of Dirt": Victoria Devine's Worst Case Scenario

Sep 9, 2026 6 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Victoria Devine takes us back to her first home renovation with her husband. It started with a bathroom and ended up costing double what they'd planned. Plus, quite the discovery under the kitchen floor... Haven't caught Victoria’s episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Victoria here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Victoria Devine Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She's On The Money's Victoria Devine On Renovating A Kitchen For Under $10,000

Sep 7, 2026 48 min

Victoria Devine spends her working life thinking about the part of a home most of us would rather not think about... the cost. What we pay for it, what we can afford and what it really takes to call somewhere home. As a financial advisor, host of She's on the Money, and managing director of mortgage broking business Zella, she leads a team of 17 brokers helping everyday Australians onto the property ladder. But when it came to buying her own home, she broke nearly every rule in her own playbook. In this episode of The Edit, Victoria tells Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about the Saturday morning walk that ended with her calling a real estate agent to cancel an auction outright, and why the heart (almost) always wins when it comes to property. Plus, Victoria takes us on a tour of her light-filled forever home, and shares exactly how she renovated her Mornington Peninsula beach house kitchen for under $10,000. Sending thanks to our partners at Kaboodle Kitchen. Explore kitchen and laundry inspiration at kaboodle.com.au This episode covers: Her career pivot from psychology to financial advice The $40,000 in personal debt that changed the course of her career Who makes up the She's on the Money community Why property decisions are never as logical as we think Buying her forever home, and breaking every rule she teaches A tour of her home, from the mudroom to the indoor-outdoor fireplace Inside her 1970s Mornington Peninsula beach house Renovating her beach house kitchen for under $10,000 A listener's laundry renovation dilemma Quickfire house rules: bread, a coffee subscription and no big lights Mystery drawer: the two items that never stay in one place What makes a home beautiful Disclaimer: The information provided in this episode is for general informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or tax advice. Before acting on any information, you should consider whether it is appropriate for y...

Style Shortcut | Designing A New Build In An Old Street | Home Beautiful x Metricon

Sep 3, 2026 8 min

Lisa Goodsall, Metricon's National Display Home and Studio M Manager, sits down with Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to tackle a listener dilemma: how do you build a brand-new home in a suburb full of older houses without it looking out of place? From roof pitch and window proportions to cladding and colour palettes, Lisa shares how to respect a street's heritage while still designing a modern, open-plan family home. Moments you’ll hear: Lisa's role overseeing 150+ display homes nationally Designing for different life stages and budgets Listener dilemma: Susannah from Ipswich on her knock-down rebuild How to echo a streetscape's character (roof pitch, windows, cladding) without copying it Blending old-world proportions with modern open-plan living Queenslander-inspired touches: verandas, balconies, exposed beams Why display homes let buyers "try before they buy" Thank you for listening ❤️ before you leave… 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes This episode was brought to you in partnership with Metricon www.metricon.com.au Credits: Host Elle Lovelock Guest Lisa Goodsall Edited by Thomas Crnkovic Head of Vodcasting Rachel Fountain With thanks to our fabulous Home Beautiful team. Learn More: The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interior Designer Lisa Burdus On What Jeremy Clarkson Really Wanted In His Man Bar

Aug 31, 2026 44 min

In 2020, Lisa Burdus packed up her life in Australia and moved to the Cotswolds for what was meant to be three months. Six years on and she's still there, running her interior design business across two continents and calling it her "gap chapter." In this episode of The Edit, Lisa tells Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about hunting down a decades-old British rock star for Jeremy Clarkson’s man bar, why trust is the one non-negotiable in every client relationship, and how a stint working behind the scenes on Domestic Blitz taught her to be fearless with colour. Plus, Lisa shares the story behind the 150-year-old Italian tiles she tracked down solo on a weekend trip, and why food will always be her love language. Sending thanks to our partners at Kaboodle Kitchen. Explore kitchen and laundry inspiration at kaboodle.com.au This episode covers: Packing up her life in Australia for a six-year "gap chapter" Running a business and raising five kids What she learned working behind the scenes on Domestic Blitz Designing Jeremy Clarkson's man bar, and tracking down a long-lost artist Bringing UK fabric and wallpaper brands into Australia Why trust is the most important part of any client relationship Cooking, entertaining and a lifelong dinner set obsession Hunting down 150-year-old splashback tiles in Italy Mystery drawer: the Paris-made journals she scrapbooks her travels into Her biggest design pet peeve What makes a home beautiful Find Lisa on Instagram here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Lisa Burdus Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"It's Never Quite Clean": Georgia Huestis's Worst Case Scenario

Aug 26, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Georgia Huestis takes us back to the very start of moving into her Victorian home, and a carpet pull-up gone wrong that she's still living with today. Haven't caught Georgia's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Georgia here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Georgia Huestis Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Affordable Art Fair Director Georgia Huestis On How to Buy Art You'll Never Regret

Aug 24, 2026 48 min

Georgia Huestis has seen both ends of the art world, from brokering high-value sales at auction houses and galleries in London and New York, to now running the Affordable Art Fair across Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, where original works start from just $100. In this episode of The Edit, Georgia chats to Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about growing up surrounded by art and fashion, how to actually choose and buy art you'll love, and her simple rule for hanging it well. Plus, Georgia takes us inside her Melbourne home; a cream brick house she describes as "not her style... yet", peeling back thick carpet, pulling off wallpaper and raising three young daughters in a house she says the art does all the heavy lifting for. Sending thanks to our partners at Kaboodle Kitchen. Explore kitchen and laundry inspiration at kaboodle.com.au This episode covers: Growing up surrounded by art, with two grandmothers in fashion design Her early career at an auction house, and years running galleries in London and New York Launching the Affordable Art Fair in Australia What to expect at an art fair if you've never been How to actually choose and buy art you'll love Framing tips: float mounting, box frames and mismatched pairs How much you should really spend on art Inside her Melbourne home, and how art "does the heavy lifting" The biggest art-hanging mistake she sees in Australian homes Navigating art-buying disagreements as a couple What makes a home beautiful You can find Georgia on Instagram here. Check out the Affordable Art Fair here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Georgia Huestis Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omn...

"I've Made a Mistake": Cherie Barber's Worst Case Scenario

Aug 19, 2026 2 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, renovation expert Cherie Barber shares the story of her Byron Bay holiday home, bought as a retirement escape and then sold on a whim when an agent offered a million dollars over its value. But once she signed the contract, she had some concerns. Haven't caught Cherie’s episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Cherie here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Cherie Barber Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inside Cherie Barber’s Dream Farmhouse & And The Elvis Property That Got Away (Part 2)

Aug 17, 2026 23 min

After decades spent renovating for profit, Cherie Barber is doing things a little differently. In Part 2 of her conversation with Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock, Cherie takes us inside The Farmhouse, her sprawling Western Sydney project blending modern farmhouse style with her love of mid-century design. She explains why even a deeply personal home still needs to make financial sense, and how she decides where to follow her heart and where to think about resale. Plus, Cherie reveals why she starts her days at 3:30am, how she solves renovation problems in her sleep and the incredible story of how she came tantalisingly close to owning Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs honeymoon home. This episode covers: Inside Cherie Barber’s Western Sydney farmhouse Mixing modern farmhouse and mid-century design Taking colour inspiration from the surrounding landscape Renovating for yourself vs renovating for resale Why Cherie avoids design trends Her surprising 3:30am morning routine Solving renovation problems in her sleep Cherie’s love of Palm Springs and mid-century architecture The extraordinary story behind Elvis Presley’s honeymoon home The property deal that got away You can find Cherie on Instagram here. Read about Tinnie, Cherie’s humanoid robot here. Check out Cherie’s 7 Top Renovating Tips here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Cherie Barber Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cherie Barber Reveals The Renovation Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands (Part 1)

Aug 17, 2026 26 min

Cherie Barber has spent more than three decades renovating property and after more than 250 projects, there isn’t much she hasn’t encountered on site. In Part 1 of her conversation with Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock, Cherie gets candid about what renovating really costs today, how to tell whether a quote stacks up and why the cheapest tradie isn’t necessarily the one you want. Plus, she shares how she keeps disagreements from blowing up on site, the experiences that shaped her relentless work ethic and introduces Tinnie, the humanoid robot joining her latest renovation, The Farmhouse, as a very unconventional assistant. This episode covers: Cherie Barber’s rules for choosing and managing tradies Fixed-price quotes vs hourly rates Why she always gets three quotes How to handle disagreements on a renovation site The work ethic behind more than 250 renovations The Farmhouse, Cherie’s major new Western Sydney project Meet Tinnie, the humanoid robot working alongside her tradies What AI and robotics could mean for the future of renovating You can find Cherie on Instagram here. Read about Tinnie, Cherie’s humanoid robot here. Check out Cherie’s 7 Top Renovating Tips here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Cherie Barber Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4AM Showers at the Salon: Richi Grisillo’s Worst Case Scenario

Aug 12, 2026 2 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, hairstylist Richi Grisillo tells Elle Lovelock about the rental disaster that hit at the worst possible time, leaving him and his housemates with no bathroom, right as Sydney went into lockdown. Haven't caught Richi's episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Richi here. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Richi Grisillo Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celebrity Hairstylist Richi Grisillo On Why AI Can’t Replicate Soul

Aug 10, 2026 44 min

Richi Grisillo is the hairstylist behind names like Eva Mendes, Tyra Banks and G Flip, and a global ambassador for Moroccanoil. But when he's not backstage at Fashion Week or on tour with musicians, he's baking chocolate cake and preserves for a shot at a ribbon at the Sydney Royal Easter Show. In this episode of The Edit, Richi chats to Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief (and his real-life client) Elle Lovelock about closing the salon he opened at 28, building a smaller, more private studio in its place, and the surprisingly daunting experience of competing against the Country Women’s Association for the first time. Plus, Richi opens up on why he moved back home with his parents in his 30s, his dream of a modern farmhouse with a kitchen garden, and why he thinks you should never trust someone who doesn't serve dessert. This episode covers: Growing up half Italian and food as a love language His first Sydney Royal Easter Show baking debut, up against the CWA Opening a salon at 28 and the decision to close it a decade later Life after the salon: building Academy Privé Working with Eva Mendes, Tyra Banks, G Flip and on tour with rising stars Teaching the next generation of stylists Why he calls social media "a necessary evil" AI, soul, and why imperfection is the point His dream home: a modern farmhouse with a kitchen garden Moving back in with his parents in his 30s What makes a home beautiful You can find Richi on Instagram here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Richi Grisillo Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"This Is Not Me": Lizzie Binks's Worst Case Scenario

Aug 5, 2026 2 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest ‘oh-no’ moment in the home. Today, Lizzie Binks shares the time she tried to recreate an Instagram-perfect living room, including the armchairs, coffee table and rug, only to get it home and realise it hadn't gone exactly to plan. An expensive lesson in why what looks good for someone else doesn't always work for you. Haven't caught Lizzie’s episode of The Edit yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Lizzie here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Lizzie Binks Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How Sundae Founder Lizzie Binks Turned A Boring Supermarket Aisle Into A Global Brand

Aug 3, 2026 45 min

You know Sundae from the whipped-cream-can body wash that took over supermarket shelves. Behind the brand is founder Lizzie Binks, who's built the business into a brand stocked in more than 10,000 stores across 14 countries. And all that in just six years. In this episode of The Edit, Lizzie chats to Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about the COVID-era supermarket trip that sparked the idea for Sundae, the moment she had to bet everything on the business before the website had even launched, and how ‘joy’ became more than just a brand tagline. Plus, Lizzie takes us inside her colour-filled, water-view home, explains scent stacking, and reveals the surprisingly low-key ritual, involving a pair of gumboots, that bookends every single day. This episode covers: Growing up between Melbourne, Sydney and Singapore The COVID-era supermarket aisle that sparked Sundae Turning a side hustle into a full-time business overnight Being risk-averse and betting everything on Woolworths and Priceline Life before Sundae: Disney, TikTok and the media buying world Time blocking, context switching and running a business across 14 countries Scent stacking, and how Sundae's rainbow of scents came to be Her love of baking (and that infamous Women's Weekly duck cake) Otis the Groodle, and the two dog park visits that bookend her day What makes her house a home You can find Sundae on Instagram here & Lizzie here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Lizzie Binks Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“There Was No Drainage”: Laura Sharrad’s Worst Case Scenario

Jul 29, 2026 4 min

Welcome to Worst Case Scenario, a new bite-sized episode from Home Beautiful’s The Edit podcast, where we ask our guests about their biggest domestic ‘oh-no’ moment. Today, MasterChef alum and Adelaide chef Laura Sharrad takes us back to the first house she bought with husband Max, which turned out to be a halfway house with very interesting bathroom drainage. Haven't caught Laura's full episode yet? Listen/watch the full episode with Laura here. Photo Credits: @laurasharrad 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Laura Sharrad Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MasterChef's Laura Sharrad Is Building A Kitchen For Pasta Parties

Jul 27, 2026 49 min

You might recognise Laura Sharrad from MasterChef but what you might not know is, since winning the 2025 season, she's become one of Adelaide's most-loved home cooks, and a serial renovator. In this episode of The Edit, Laura chats to Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about growing up in a big Italian family, how a stint on MasterChef turned into an unplanned career, and the chaos of juggling content creation, restaurants and motherhood with husband Max and daughter Florence. Plus, Laura shares some news that's about to change her next couple of years completely and gives us the inside scoop on her dream kitchen wish list. This episode covers: Italian Christmas vs. Max's English Christmas traditions Her first food memory and her family's move to Tuscany From a teaching degree to MasterChef to a food career How her parents feel about her career now Juggling content creation, restaurants and motherhood The story behind daughter Florence's name A big life update from Laura and Max Her vision for what's next, and her dream kitchen wish list Handling pressure and decision-making, from MasterChef to marriage What being a homemaker means to her in 2026 Photo Credits: @laurasharrad You can find Laura on Instagram here 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Laura Sharrad Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No Overhead Lights: Celebrity Interior Designer Claudia Lambert's One Rule at Home

Jul 20, 2026 54 min

Claudia Lambert used to be a couples and family therapist. Now she's the interior designer behind some of Sydney's most art-filled homes, helping her clients fall in love with marble slabs and rare vintage finds. In this episode of The Edit, Claudia chats to Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock about her “showcasey” lounge room, why she thinks art should be the star of every space and how she implements her “no rules” rule. And she gives us the inside scoop on her book, Shaping Spaces, answers a listener dilemma about a vintage lamp that just won’t fit anywhere and reveals her cheat codes for what she calls a “space lift”. Plus, don’t miss Claudia’s “Art Buying 101” lesson! This episode covers: Mornings with two boys, aged 9 and 12 From 15 years as a couple and family therapist to a decade in interior design Her first-ever client, and the full-circle project she's working on for them now A home tour: the newly "vanilla" living room, a round viola marble dining table and four vintage chairs bought for $150 What her home sounds and smells like Designing a life on purpose The "space lift": refreshing a home without moving a wall Designing for celebrity clients vs “everyday” people Her new book, Shaping Spaces, and the art-filled moments behind it Slab shopping, and falling in love with a piece of stone Art buying 101 Reframing an inherited or thrifted artwork, and what it costs Where to shop for vintage, from Vinnies to Marketplace The best thing she's ever bought, and where she found it Claudia’s mystery drawer item and why it brings her to tears A listener dilemma: styling a vintage lamp that doesn't fit anywhere Her one design rule (or the lack of one) What makes her home beautiful Photo Credits: @claudialambertinteriors + Booktopia 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Love...

“Food Is The Core Of My Home”: Sunday Kitchen’s Karima Hazim

Jul 13, 2026 55 min

Karima Hazim is the co-founder of Sunday Kitchen, Sydney's beloved Lebanese cooking school, which she runs with her mother. Together they turned a love of family food and storytelling into a sell-out weekly institution and a cookbook. In this episode of The Edit, Karima joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock for a tour of her century-old home in Drummoyne, full of framed photos of Beirut and Tripoli, a big Tasmanian oak dining table and a kitchen bench that is never, ever bare. She talks about growing up Lebanese in Sydney, the fashion degree that shaped the way she tells stories, and why having her daughter Layla was the moment that led her back to her mother's kitchen. Plus, Karima shares her philosophy on produce as decor, why she hates kitchens with hidden appliances and the secrets behind cooking a great Lebanese spread. This episode covers: Growing up Lebanese in Sydney Lebanese hospitality A tour of her century-old home in Drummoyne Cookbooks as storybooks A fashion and design degree and the storytelling skills it transferred How becoming a mum to Layla led her back to her mother's kitchen The founding of Sunday Kitchen, how it grew, and what makes it different from a regular cooking class Her cookbook Sofra: Lebanese Recipes to Share Lebanese food tips and why you should find your local Middle Eastern grocer Inherited butcher and baker loyalties Weekly go-to recipes: lemon and garlic chicken tray bake, and a fattoush salad prepped fresh every weekend Design crimes, kitchen edition: hidden utensils and bare benches The mystery drawer: a special item brought back from Lebanon What makes a home beautiful Photo Credits: @sundaykitchenau 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Karima Hazim Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With than...

From Zimmermann To Ginger & Smart: Inside Genevieve Smart's Creative World

Jul 6, 2026 45 min

Genevieve Smart has spent three decades shaping the way Australians dress. She started her career designing for icons like Zimmermann and Lisa Ho, before co-creating her own label, Ginger & Smart, which grew into one of the country’s best-loved fashion houses. In this episode of The Edit, Genevieve joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about the new, collaborative chapter of her career, from designing airline uniforms to a hospitality capsule with Cargo Crew. She also spills on her latest project, a wearable collaboration with Waverley Mills, the well-known, quintessentially Australian interiors brand. Plus, Genevieve opens up about the light-filled beach house she calls home in Avalon, why incense and greenery matter more to her than fresh flowers, the scent that connects her to her late mother, and why she thinks fashion could learn a thing or two from interiors when it comes to provenance. This episode covers: Genevieve Smart's career from Zimmermann to Ginger & Smart An idyllic childhood in a Tudor cottage in Surrey, England A tour of her light-filled beach house in Avalon Designing Jetstar's new cabin crew uniforms A hospitality capsule collection with Cargo Crew Her wearable collaboration with 152-year-old wool mill Waverley Mills Why fashion could learn from interiors when it comes to provenance The scent that connects her to her late mother What makes a home beautiful, and the secret to being a great host Photo Credits: @genevievesmart & Waverley Mills 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Genevieve Smart Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deborah Hutton On Skin Cancer Scares, Dancing with Travolta And Her Design Evolution (Part 2)

Jun 29, 2026 35 min

In Part 2 of this episode of The Edit with Deborah Hutton, Elle Lovelock gets into the personal stories and design details that didn’t make it into Part 1 - and there are plenty of both. Deb shares the story behind two significant skin cancer surgeries and how a viral post and a hat company email led to the creation of Canopy Bay, her sun protection hat range. She also reflects on a career that took her from modeling at 16, through 14 years as the face of Qantas and a dance with John Travolta, to editing magazines and hosting some of Australia's biggest TV shows. And then it's back to the build, and the design decisions that are making her South Coast home unlike anything she's done before. This is Part 2 of a two-part conversation with Deborah Hutton. This episode covers: Deborah Hutton’s skin cancer story and why early detection matters How a viral post and a hat company email sparked Canopy Bay UPF 50+ sun protection and why not all hats are equal The get-your-skin-checked message Deb is passionate about A career from modeling at 16 to Qantas, Travolta and TV What Deb has up her sleeve after the build is done The mystery drawer moment Moving away from white: the design evolution from Bronte to the South Coast The powder room that started it all: eurowalls mural, rattan vanity and a hundi light Taj Mahal quartzite, solid timber joinery and the kitchen island as furniture Alfresco Emporium, Restoration Hardware sofas and the case against the sofa crack Storage, decluttering and starting afresh House rules, fresh flowers, daggy ‘80s playlists and stress-cleaning What makes a home beautiful to Deb Photo Credits: @deborahhutton and Home Beautiful 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes --> here Credits Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Deb Hutton Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain Wi...

Deborah Hutton's Dream Coastal Build: Landslides, A Steam Room And The Home Of Her Life (Part 1)

Jun 29, 2026 30 min

Deborah Hutton has worn many hats - TV presenter, magazine editor, model - but now she's doing something she's never done before: project manager and interior designer. After selling her house in Bronte, she bought a crumbling red brick cottage overlooking the ocean south of Sydney and is now deep in a build she describes as the home of her life. In this episode of The Edit, Deb joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about what drew her away from Sydney to the tiny seaside community of Wombarra, why she chose to work with architect Walter Barda, and how a landslide, a geotech and 70 concrete piers all became part of the story. Plus, Deb shares why there’s not a drop of white in the colour palette, how a visit to Huka Lodge in New Zealand shaped the entire aesthetic, and why she’s building this house entirely for bringing people together. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Deborah Hutton. This episode covers: Deborah Hutton’s South Coast build Why Deb sold her Bronte house and left Sydney Working with architect Walter Barda The landslide, geotech and 70 concrete piers that shaped the build The self-contained studio and why Deb decided to build it The steam room, master bedroom and infrared sauna A green colour palette that surprised even Deb The design inspiration behind the house Wall sconces, candlelight and a home designed for entertaining Why Deb hosts 12-hour lunches and how she does it Photo Credits: @deborahhutton and Home Beautiful 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Deb Hutton Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/l...

The Australian Home of the Future: Smaller, Smarter, More Human | The Edit Live (Part 2) Home Beautiful x Metricon

Jun 24, 2026 25 min

Should a robot ever be allowed to fold your laundry? It sounds like a throwaway question, but it cuts right to the heart of what the Australian home is becoming. In Part 2 of this bonus episode, recorded live at Metricon’s National Love of Design Summit, Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock hands the microphone to the audience, and the panel of Ali Whelan (Breathe Architecture), Michael Leung (Balanced Earth Architects), Neil Hipwell (Futureflip) and James Treble takes on questions no one saw coming. Together they imagine the Australian home of the future, smaller, smarter and far more adaptable, explore why builders who’ve created some of the most high-tech houses in the country are quietly stepping away from the tech, and answer the question that nearly stumped all four of them: what’s the internal compass that drives you? Moments You’ll Hear: Why the Australian home of the future is smaller, smarter and more adaptable The affordability and trade-shortage puzzle shaping what we can actually build Why a half-a-million-dollar smart home taught Neil an expensive lesson The case for “low-tech first”, and why a little friction is worth protecting Whether a laundry full of robots would quietly kill a building’s community The question that nearly stumped the panel: what’s your internal compass? Thank you for listening ❤️ before you leave… 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Home Beautiful community and DM us on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/homebeautiful/ 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-edit/id1852946910 Listen and follow on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1y7phZb4CeMhYzFssKZVcq?si=9c224c6461c24caf 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful’s YouTube 📺 for full episodes and clips https://www.youtube.com/@HomeBeautifulMag This bonus episode of The Edit was recorded...

Karlie Verkerk: MasterChef Secrets, Building an Outdoor Kitchen & Why Bouclé Has to Go

Jun 22, 2026 39 min

After decades spent thinking deeply about food, beauty and family, Karlie Verkerk has finally built a home that reflects all three. In this episode of The Edit, Karlie joins Home Beautiful Editor Elle Lovelock from her Northern Rivers home to talk about the many moves that brought her family here - from inner-city Sydney to the Blue Mountains, Singapore and finally the coast, and what each place taught her about what she really wanted from a home. She also shares the story behind FIN, the world's first food fragrance she's just launched with her husband James, why she went on MasterChef and kept it secret for months, and the outdoor kitchen built from recycled bricks that's slowly becoming the heart of the house. Plus, the renovation mistake she and James made under cover of darkness. Hint: it involved a tin of paint, a washroom, and very misplaced optimism about the colour yellow. Warning: If you have boucle items at home, this episode could be triggering! This episode covers: Karlie Verkerk's Northern Rivers home tour Moving from Singapore to the Australian coast with young kids Going on MasterChef and keeping it a secret Launching FIN, the world's first food fragrance Building an outdoor kitchen with recycled bricks and Facebook Marketplace finds Cooking over fire and wood-kissed flavours How to transform a small courtyard for entertaining Collecting art as a couple and what it means to inherit a collection Raising kids with an eye for art Why cooking is Karlie's greatest source of calm The butter yellow bathroom disaster What homemaker means in 2026 What makes a home beautiful The soundtrack of Karlie & James' lives: https://bremermccoy.com/ Karlie & James' Fin Food Fragrance: https://www.finfragrance.com/ Karlie's recipes on Home Beautiful: https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/author/karlie-verkerk/ 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTu...

Pushing Boundaries & Building Community: Live at Metricon’s Love of Design Summit (Part 1) with Ali Whelan, Michael Leung, Neil Hipwell & James Treble

Jun 18, 2026 21 min

What if the secret to a happier home is being able to smell your neighbour’s burnt toast? Recorded live at Metricon’s National Love of Design Summit, this bonus episode brings together four of Australia’s most exciting designers and makers: Ali Whelan of Breathe Architecture, Michael Leung of Balanced Earth Architects, Neil Hipwell of Futureflip, and interior designer James Treble, fresh off the plane from Milan Design Week. Expect a basement golf simulator that’s brought a whole street together, a skate bowl built for rainy days, and a very strong case for waving at your neighbours through the window. Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock sits down with Ali, Michael, Neil, and James and together, they get honest about what it really feels like to push boundaries with clients and councils, and why a beautiful home is about so much more than how it looks. This episode is brought to you by Metricon. Moments You’ll Hear: Why pushing boundaries can be frustrating, thrilling and deeply rewarding all at once How to know when to push a trend a client isn’t ready for, and when to hold back The “burnt toast” theory: why small moments of friction make a home feel alive The basement golf simulator that brought a whole street together A skate bowl built for rainy days, and designing homes people actually want to gather in Building community the old-fashioned way, through barn-raising and hempcrete Why Australian design is turning heads on the world stage at Milan Design Week Thank you for listening ❤️ before you leave… 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand new podcast and would love to hear from you as we build this together. Join our friendly Home Beautiful community and DM us on Instagram 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful’s YouTube 📺 for full episodes and clips This bonus episode of The Edit was recorded live at Metricon’s National Lo...

Matty J On Sharing The Mental Load With Laura Byrne at Home & A Surprising Renovation Discovery (Part 2)

Jun 15, 2026 27 min

The renovation may be finished, but the work of creating a beautiful home never really ends. In Part 2 of this episode of The Edit, Matty J is back with Home Beautiful Editor Elle Lovelock to talk about what life looks like now that Chante Mer is open to guests - the letting go, the worrying, and the welcome basket decisions he probably overthought. He also gets into parenting, sharing the mental load, raising three daughters, and the lessons he hopes the next generation will inherit. And he shares the item discovered during the renovation that deepened his connection to the home's original owner, Val. Plus the one thing that keeps him up at night as a holiday-home owner. Hint: It involves lemon juice and marble. This episode covers: Running Chante Mer as a holiday stay Opening a family home to guests The realities of short-term rentals Holiday home hosting tips Sharing the mental load at home Modern fatherhood and parenting Raising daughters Family life with Laura Byrne The mystery photo album discovered during renovation The legacy of Chante Mer What makes a home beautiful Photo Credits: @chante.mer.house and Home Beautiful. 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts Listen and follow on Spotify 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube Watch full episodes Credits: Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Matty Johnson Videographer: Charlie Potter Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our wonderful Home Beautiful team. Learn More The Edit is a production of Home Beautiful and Are Media. https://www.homebeautiful.com.au/home-beautiful-the-edit-podcast/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty J & Laura Byrne’s Chante Mer Renovation: Kids, Cameras and a Baby on the Way (Part 1)

Jun 8, 2026 27 min

Thousands of people followed Matty J and Laura Byrne's NSW South Coast renovation online. We all chimed in with suggestions on tile colours, furnishings and design ideas, and the end product is like a dream house by the sea. And as anyone who’s taken on a renovation project knows, beneath hose happy snaps and gorgeous exteriors lies a whole lot of grit, stress and family logistics. In this episode of The Edit, Matty joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about transforming Chante Mer (or Song of the Sea) from a run-down coastal property into a much-loved family retreat and holiday stay. He shares what it was like renovating while raising two young children and preparing for a third baby, how he and Laura navigated design decisions together, and why opening the home to guests changed the way they think about living spaces. This is Part 1 of a two-part conversation with Matty J. Make sure you follow The Edit wherever you're listening now, so you can be among the first to hear Part 2. This episode covers: Matty J and Laura Byrne's Chante Mer renovation Renovating a holiday home with young children The first walk-through of Chante Mer Mould and unexpected renovation challenges Designing a family-friendly coastal retreat Renovating under public scrutiny Opening a holiday home to Airbnb guests The reality of running a short-term rental 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-edit/id1852946910 Listen and follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1y7phZb4CeMhYzFssKZVcq 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HomeBeautifulMag Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1c73iMScLqZ357jQ_0A3eDGTysM1SUxO Credits Host: Elle Lovelock Guest: Matty Johnson Producer: Rachel Fountain Videographer: Charlie Potter Edited by: Leah Porges Head of Vodcasting: Rachel Fountain With thanks to our won...

Shona McElroy: the “fantastically ugly” apartment she turned into a beautiful home

Jun 1, 2026 33 min

When interior designer Shona McElroy first walked into her Edgecliff apartment, most people would have walked straight back out. The layout was awkward, the kitchen was hidden away, the bathroom opened into the living room, and a closed-in balcony came with terracotta floors, popcorn walls and a popcorn ceiling. But Shona, founder and principal of Smac Studio, saw what it could become. In this episode of The Edit, Shona joins Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock to talk about turning an old 1920s apartment into a beautiful, functional home, why north-facing light matters, how to avoid the dreaded “Pinterest house”, and what interior designers really think through before a room comes together. She also shares how she helps clients edit their belongings when downsizing, why a coffee table book can be the beginning of an entire room, how virtual reality is changing interior design, and the deeply nostalgic item she brought from her mystery drawer. This episode covers: Shona McElroy’s 1920s Edgecliff apartment renovation How to fix an awkward apartment layout Why natural light can make a smaller home feel better What to know about popcorn walls and ceilings How to design cupboards, shelves and drawers around real life Downsizing, decluttering and editing sentimental pieces How to avoid creating a “Pinterest house” Styling travel mementos and meaningful objects Coffee table styling tips from an interior designer How virtual reality is being used in interior design What makes a home feel beautiful, personal and lived-in 🎧 Listen to The Edit and follow on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-edit/id1852946910 Listen and follow on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1y7phZb4CeMhYzFssKZVcq 👀 Watch and subscribe to The Edit on Home Beautiful’s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HomeBeautifulMag Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1c73iMScLqZ357jQ_0A3eDGTysM1SUxO Credits: Host: Ell...

Briellyn Turton: renter-friendly interiors, whimsy and the art of making home easier

May 24, 2026 41 min

Should you decorate a rental like it’s your forever home? According to interior designer, Studio Brie founder and Australia’s Best House host Briellyn Turton, the answer is yes. Known for her personality-driven interiors, love of vintage pieces and playful approach to home, Briellyn joins The Edit to talk renter-friendly styling, whimsical interiors, hosting, lighting, TVs, resale myths and why the most beautiful homes are the ones that make everyday life easier. In this episode of The Edit, host and Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock sits down with Briellyn Turton to unpack how she creates homes with character, comfort and function. Briellyn shares how she uses fashion as a starting point for interiors, why she believes in decorating slowly, how to personalise a rental without waiting for the “forever home”, and the one hosting habit every busy homemaker should steal. Together they explore why home should feel personal, playful and deeply useful, from where you drop your bag to how you make your coffee in the morning. Moments You'll Hear: Briellyn’s take on dressing your home the way you dress yourself How to personalise a rental with art, vintage finds and moveable pieces A tour of Briellyn’s much-loved loft-style rental Why she moved for a courtyard, hosting space, and a bedroom with beautiful light The empty dishwasher and empty bin hosting rule What “whimsy” really means in interiors How Briellyn gets clients to trust their own taste Why your home should support your rituals, from skincare to coffee The renter’s dilemma: do you buy for now or forever? How to de-beige a rental without panic-buying generic furniture Why downlights should not be the default What to do when the TV has to be in the living room The design mistake Briellyn wishes Australians would stop making Why timeless homes are built slowly, not bought in one Saturday Thank you for listening ❤️ before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand ne...

Steph Ottavio On Life After The Block, Japandi Homes & Finding Herself Again

May 17, 2026 48 min

What happens after you win The Block, sell the house, have a baby, launch a business and start again? In this episode of The Edit, host and Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock sits down with Steph Ottavio, architect, designer, founder of Japandi Estate and one half of beloved The Block duo Steph and Gian. Steph opens up about the pressure of renovating on national television, what she and Gian carried from The Block into real life, and how she renovated her own home while pregnant, with a five-month deadline and her mum living across the road. But this is also a more personal conversation about the strange quiet that can come after a huge, formative chapter. Steph talks honestly about experiencing “post blues” after The Block, feeling disconnected from purpose, going to therapy, and learning to strip life back to the basics: community, connection, conversation, morning rituals and the little moments that make you feel like yourself again. Together, Elle and Steph explore what really makes a home beautiful, from decluttered spaces, layered rugs and 12 skylights to the feeling of walking into a home that has been designed for real family life. Moments You'll Hear: Why Steph says her home has to be organised so life can be chaotic What The Block taught her about pressure, outsourcing and working with Gian How Steph renovated while pregnant and moved in before her baby arrived The truth about her “post Block blues” and rebuilding a sense of purpose Why community became the brief for her next home Steph’s take on Japandi style, character within minimalism and why she does not love cold modern homes The clever design ideas inside Steph and Gian’s home, including the Jack and Jill bathroom, 12 skylights and a pool craned in through the neighbours Her rules for shoes, scent, clutter and the design trend she would happily leave behind Thank you for listening ❤️ Before you leave... 🗣️ Get in touch What did you think? We are a brand n...

Wendy Moore: The Renovation Decisions That Changed Her Home

May 10, 2026 36 min

What actually makes a home beautiful once the cameras leave, the renovation dust settles and real life moves back in? In part two of our conversation with Wendy Moore, the former Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief, Selling Houses Australia interior designer and all-round interiors authority invites us inside her own Sydney Inner West cottage. And this is not a polished show-home tour. It's far better. Wendy takes host and Home Beautiful Editor-in-Chief Elle Lovelock through the hydrangeas, past the dodgy fence, into the side entrance, the light-filled void, the petrol-blue kitchen, the unfinished reading nook now claimed by the dog, and the freestanding bath in the main bedroom that everyone warned her against. Together they talk about what really works in a home after six years of living in it, from natural light and kitchen colour to family dinner tables, awkward layouts, builder contracts, renovation regrets, vintage silver, fireplaces, bed linen and why the homes we love most are rarely the perfect ones. Moments You’ll Hear: · Wendy’s audio home tour of her Inner West Sydney Californian bungalow cottage. · The clever renovation choice that flooded a dark older home with natural light. · Why Wendy still loves her petrol-blue kitchen, and what she would rethink about natural stone. · The reading nook that never got finished and quietly became the dog’s favourite spot. · The bedroom bath everyone said was a bad idea, and why Wendy loves it. · The renovation regret she wishes she had budgeted for from the beginning. · Wendy’s advice on choosing a builder, reading the contract and staying across every dollar. · How to beat renovation decision fatigue with a moodboard and a clear edit. · A smart fix for awkward living rooms where the sofa blocks the flow. · The vintage silver tea strainer and “jam spoon” that became an Antiques Roadshow moment. · Why the best homes are full of chatter, memory, imperfect corners and real life. Thank you for listening ❤️ Before...

Neale Whitaker on Authentic Homes, Art That Tells a Story & Tiny Edits That Change Everything

May 3, 2026 27 min

What does a truly beautiful home look like when you stop chasing trends—and start telling the truth? In this episode of The Edit, host (and former colleague) Elle Lovelock sits down with interiors heavyweight Neale Whitaker: the gently opinionated eye behind some of Australia’s most-loved design titles and TV shows, from Belle and Home Beautiful to Love It or List It—and now Reno Rules on Seven. Together they take an audio home tour of Neale’s “patchwork quilt” South Coast cottage, from the wraparound verandah draped in wisteria to rooms packed with art collected everywhere he and partner David have lived and travelled. Neale shares why he buys art on pure instinct (and why it should never ‘match the sofa’), how he and David blend antique and contemporary tastes, and what ‘dog-friendly’ design actually looks like when the dogs are absolutely allowed on the bed. Plus: the entertaining rituals he can’t give up (candles, music, the perfect table), why being a TV judge doesn’t mean judging your house, and the tiny home edit he wishes he’d made years earlier—one that punches well above its weight every winter. Moments You'll Hear: An audio walk-through of Neale’s quirky ‘patchwork quilt’ cottage (yes—there are two front doors). How Neale buys and hangs art: instinct-first, story-driven, and never matched to the furnishings. Why a home that’s “perfect” is usually boring—and how to build comfort, layers, and soul. Designing with dogs: choosing what you love, then problem-solving (towels, throws, and muddy paws). Hosting without the stress: beautiful table, candles, music… but always relaxed. The tiny edit with a big payoff: underfloor heating (and the power of lamps in dark corners). Authenticity over trends: mixing old and new to make a home that feels like you. This is an episode with permission to ignore trends and buy what you actually love. Confidence that your art doesn't need to match anything. A renewed appreciation for warm lighting and the ritual of turning o...

I Was in the Wrong Job for Seventeen Years! Reno Rules' Julia Green

Apr 26, 2026 52 min

If you’ve ever stood in your living room and felt nothing, this one’s for you. Stylist, author and TV reno judge Julia Green joins Editor Elle Lovelock to talk about building a home that feels like an autobiography, not a catalogue spread. She went from “peddling drugs” (pharmaceuticals) for 17 years in a job she hated to styling shoots, closing her beloved store and now judging My Reno Rules, all while raising a family and painting every available surface in colour. Julia is funny and unfiltered about the gap between how interiors look on TV and how they actually feel to live in. She talks about growing up with a mum who let her paint her bedroom walls on a whim, decking out her first flat with no money but a lot of ingenuity, and why she’ll always choose “considered chaos” over safe beige. There’s career whiplash, there’s grief for past chapters, and there’s the quiet joy of realising your house doesn’t have to be perfect to feel like home, it just has to feel like you. Moments you’ll hear Julia deadpanning that she used to “peddle drugs” (legally) in pharma for nearly two decades, hating every minute, before a stranger buying her couch told her she was in the wrong job and handed her a Vogue photographer’s business card. The chaos‑magic timing of going into labour four hours after that conversation and only circling back to the card at the end of maternity leave, a week before she was meant to return to corporate life. The “I’ve got a new job, I’m a stylist tomorrow” conversation with her husband, despite having no idea what the day rate was and only a Home Beautiful style brief to go on. Childhood bedrooms that changed colour constantly, a mum who let her paint the walls as often as she liked, and the lesson that home is something you’re allowed to experiment with, not preserve in glass. Julia explaining why she can’t do white‑on‑white (“I’d last two seconds”) and how she thinks about colour as “deliberate chaos” - surprise without visual shock. How she...

Renters Are Trusting TikTok’s Loui Burke More Than Their Landlord... and Bed Advice Like A Pro

Apr 19, 2026 49 min

If you’ve ever stood in a beige box of a rental property, staring at the vertical blinds and mystery downlights, wondering how on earth this is supposed to be “you,” this episode is your permission to start again. In part two of our chat with digital creator and “friend in home and hosting” Loui Burke, we move past Instagram-ready corners and get into the mechanics of making a temporary space feel like a real home you’re proud to invite people into. Loui shares the three non‑negotiables he believes will transform any rental - no renovations, no landlord approval forms required: a properly sized rug, real window treatments, and light fixtures you can swap out and take with you when you leave. He explains why these are the quiet workhorses of a room, doing more for mood and cohesion than yet another cushion haul ever could, and how to approach them when you’re on a budget, short on storage, or not sure how long you’ll be staying. For anyone overwhelmed by a modern “white box” home or apartment, Loui offers an unexpectedly brilliant styling hack alongside editor Elle Lovelock: treat your favourite flagship stores and boutique hotels as living moodboards. From Mecca and fashion flagships in Armadale or Paddington to carefully designed Airbnbs, Loui breaks down how to steal their ideas, colour palettes, materials, layout tricks, and translate them directly into your living room, bedroom or hallway. Genius! There’s also a very practical chat about foundational furniture in small spaces, why a modular sofa might save your sanity (and your stairwell), and how a tape measure is still the most underrated design tool you own. Moments you’ll hear: The simple, movable pieces that make any rental feel instantly more like home: rugs, lamps, light shades, and curtains you can take with you How to “shop” Airbnbs, hotels and retail flagships for layout and material ideas when your place is just a featureless white box Why thinking like a store designer, considering thresholds,...

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Created by: home beautiful
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Latest episode: Nov 10, 2026
Episodes: 69
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Avg. episode length: 33 min
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Language: English

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