The Interior Design Podcast

Dawn Scott's EXPERT LRV Training SessionsLearn how to create a disability-friendly world through inclusive design with Dawn Scott's expert guidance on using Light Reflectance Values (LRVs)! In this video, Dawn shares her expertise on how to design spaces that are accessible and comfortable for everyone, regardless of ability. From understanding the importance of LRVs to practical tips on implementing them in your designs, Dawn covers it all. Whether you're an architect, interior designer, or simply someone who wants to make a positive impact, this video is a must-watch. Discover how to create a world that is inclusive and accessible for all, one design at a time.References Building control regulations and BS8300Dawn Scott is a Senior Colour Designer at Aksnobel aka DuluxNeurodiversity and the built environment. Guide PAS 6463CSCS CardsBIID

In this exciting episode of The Interior Design Podcast, we sit down with Richard Evans, a leading expert from Carney Sweeney, to dive deep into the world of planning in interior design. Whether you're a seasoned designer or just starting out, Richard shares valuable insights on how to approach planning, navigate the complexities of design projects, and make strategic decisions that ensure success from start to finish.

In this exciting and fun episode of The Interior Design Podcast, we're thrilled to introduce our new co-hosts, Hannah Denny and Scarlett Mallett! Join us as we dive into their backgrounds, passions, and personalities in this light hearted episode. Discover the surprising truth about our biggest regrets in this insightful video about interior design, spoons, toilets, divorce, and more! It's all about getting to know our new duo and having some laughs along the way! Come along for the ride as we give you a peek into our lives and the fresh perspectives they bring to the show. Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more design inspiration and behind-the-scenes fun!

Mastering Colour: Insights from Dulux's Creative Director | Interior Design PodcastIn this vibrant episode of The Interior Design Podcast, host Hayley Roy sits down with Marianne Shillingford, the Creative Director of Dulux, to explore the transformative role of colour in interior design. Packed with professional insights, this conversation unveils the science, psychology, and practical applications of colour, offering tips and inspiration for both residential and commercial spaces.Marianne provides an insider's view of Dulux's Colour of the Year 2025: True Joy, explaining how trends are influenced by environmental and societal shifts. From understanding warm and cool tones to designing for neurodivergence, this episode will elevate your colour knowledge and help you avoid common pitfalls in paint selection. Whether you're a design professional or a colour enthusiast, you'll leave inspired and informed.Key Takeaways:The role of a Creative Director and how Dulux shapes its iconic colour palettes.Tips for choosing the right paint for aesthetics and longevity.Insights into colour theory, sustainability in paint formulation, and design trends for 2025.How colour can transform moods, behaviours, and spaces—with real-life examples.Designing for neurodiversity and exploring migraine-friendly palettes for well-being.Tools and resources from Dulux to support your design projects.Full Chapter Breakdown:00:00 - Marianne Shillingford, Creative Director of Dulux, Talks Colour 00:10 - Introduction to the Podcast 01:40 - Meet Marianne Shillingford from Dulux 02:00 - The Role of a Creative Director 03:32 - The Importance of Choosing the Right Paint 06:53 - Dulux's Colour of the Year 2025: True Joy 11:59 - The Power of Colour in Design 13:04 - Exploring Colour Theory and Trends 28:38 - Warm vs. Cool Colours 31:02 - Transforming Spaces with Colour 35:07 - Sustainability in Paint Formulation 35:30 - Choosing the Right Paint for Longevity 36:25 - Commercial vs. Residential Paint Choices 39:16 - Impact of Social and Environmental Factors on Colour Trends 40:38 - The Science and Emotion of Colour 42:11 - Using Colour to Influence Mood and Behaviour 46:00 - Designing for Neurodiversity 50:00 - Real-Life Examples of Colour Impact 58:54 - Common Mistakes in Colour and Paint Selection 01:00:54 - Dulux Tools and Sustainability Initiatives 01:08:51 - Final Thoughts and AdviceExplore more, including migraine-friendly colour palettes, on Dulux's website: here.The Colour Story and more about Marianne can be found in the Harp Design Blog here.This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about using colour as a design tool to create impactful, sustainable, and inclusive spaces.

The Art and Science of Stainless Steel: Designing Commercial Kitchens and BarsIntroducing Gratte Bros! Mark Kendel and Mark Hazell join Hayley on the sofa for a fantastically educational discussion about commercial kitchens and angry chefs!We discuss the trend of Dekton tops and tile design for Kitchens. The challenges of working with stainless steel when walls in London are rarely straight!We learn about Carbon monoxide poisoning and if you're talking to a chef, what to advise them to look out for.Other topics covered include - stainless steel, Southwell Racecourse combination ovens, combination microwaves, coffee shop design, innovative equipment, labour saving equipment for coffee shops, coffee machines, bean to cup coffee machines, coffee beans, coffee grinders with locks, eradicating human error, hot fridges, staff in kitchens, staff shortage of people in kitchens, dehydrating food, leaders of tomorrow, apprenticeships, Kir Starmer, sustainability, power saving equipment, AI, legislation, government, PIR, LED, hydrogen, Elon Musk, green steel, hospitality, front of house, kitchen, commercial kitchen, mental health, running a business, hotels, hospitality industry,Shout out to:The Forge Kitchen in Ipswich - "Best Burgers in Ipswich" https://www.theforgekitchen.co.uk/ - Hi Grant!Southwell Racecourse - https://www.southwell-racecourse.co.uk/ - Hi Dan and Mark!Atal Kutcher - Michelin Star Chef - Hi Atal!Green Steel Youtube Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRWTZ0paU3QDekton - Cosentino - https://www.cosentino.com/en-gb/dekton/Rational Ovens - https://www.rational-online.com/en_gb/home/Unox- https://www.unox.com/en_gb/ovens/Pret a Manger, Starbucks,Burnt Chef - Hi Chris - https://www.theburntchefproject.com

In this can't-miss episode, we're joined by Jo Burley from Solus Ceramics to uncover everything you need to know about tiles. Whether you're an interior design enthusiast or a professional, Jo's insights will inspire and inform your tile choices. We explore her fascinating journey in the tile industry, discuss the latest trends, and dig deep into practical tips for choosing the right tiles for any space.

In this episode, Hayley goes solo and is joined by a special guest, The Green Party Candidate and Founder of The Teal Collective, Hannah Temple. Together, they dive into an engaging and passionate discussion about Regenerative Interior Design. If you're like Hayley and sometimes struggle with choosing the most sustainable products, this episode is for you!Hannah brings her deep knowledge and enthusiasm to the conversation, making it an informative and inspiring listen. They also touch on the intersections of politics, taxes, and the government's role in sustainability, offering insights that every conscious designer should hear.And for a bit of fun, Harvey the dog makes an appearance, adding a little chaos and charm to the episode. Plus, don't miss the moment when Hayley learns the meaning of "Philanthropic" – it's educational in more ways than one!#Sustainability #RegenerativeDesign #InteriorDesignCompanies that were mentioned and that we would reccomend to be more regenerative are:https://www.vitsoe.com/gb: https://www.orangebox.com/: https://www.terracycle.com/: https://www.vinterior.co/: https://www.interface.com/: https://asknature.org/: https://lifecentereddesign.school/Connect with Hannah here: https://www.instagram.com/hannahtemplegreen/https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannah-temple-20295225/?originalSubdomain=uk

In this episode of the Interior Design Podcast, hosts Hayley Roy and Cheryl Sutton dive into the intricacies of the design process. They discuss the challenges of translating a client's vision into a cohesive design, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and active listening. Hayley and Cheryl share their satisfaction in refining client ideas, the significance of understanding brand values, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at their own studio setup adventures. Tune in for practical insights and candid conversations about the real-world joys and challenges of interior design!

Cheryl and Hayely are Live on Stage! At the Hotel Restaurant and Catering Show. All About Trends, what's out what's in and what to do with colour at home and in your busienssFollow The Interior Design Podcast on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Visit the Website hereWe'd love to hear your feedback! Please email us with any questions or suggestion of a new episode you might want to hear!Hayley: hayley.roy@harpdesign.co.ukCheryl: inspire@rebelsdesign.co.uk

Hey Guys!Welcome to Episode 4 where we dive deeply into the specification of fabrics for the UK European and the Marine market. An intense and informative episode packed full of quality information to help you with Interior Design.James and Spencer from ILIV join us for a very geeky educational session where we talk FR standards for upholstery and curtains in the UK, and for International Marine Design, LRV, Acoustics and dodgy crib 5 tests!We also hear about ILIV's effort towards being more sustainable working with Better Cotton Initiative.The dodgy Crib 5 Test is here - don't judge! I was young and if I was doing this now there wouldnt be cardboard boxes in the shot - lol....Hayley - https://youtu.be/oc0yLKMjquI?si=W7Tu61l51dbDAE7S.Some of the specifications we talk about are Upholstery BS5852, BS5852 + Crib 5, BS 7176 Low, Medium and High Hazard, Crib 7, Curtains BS5867 Part 2. Marine Upholstery IMO Part 7 and Marine Curtains IMO Part 8. Light Reflectance Value (LRV) The Reverberation Room for Measuring Acoustics. BSENISO 354 Acoustic Testing in a Reverberation Chamber. Classification A-E A being Absorbant and E being less absorbance. Stain Resistance vs waterproof fabric. France M1 Germany B1 EN13773.This episode was recoreded in Jan, sorry for the late release but i've been soooo busy working on Southwell Racecourse! Check out my facebook or insta for more info - Hayley https://www.instagram.com/hayleyroyharpdesign/Contact James Vardy onJames_Vardy@smd-textiles.co.ukFollow The Interior Design Podcast on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Visit the Website hereWe'd love to hear your feedback! Please email us with any questions or suggestion of a new episode you might want to hear!Hayley: hayley.roy@harpdesign.co.ukCheryl: inspire@rebelsdesign.co.uk

Solo Episode for Hayley with Erin Froment the founder of Black Dog Design and expert pub designer. Erin and Hayley discuss how to design a pub. If you have a pub and need to design it, this is for you! If you are an aspiring pub designer, this is for you! If you want to find out more about Hayley and Erin's life as Interior Designers in pub design this is for you!Talking about.....Top tips for pub design, working in collaberation with contractors. Accessible environments and why pubs should embrace this. Competitive socialising, how alcohol is changing the pub environment. We talk colour in pubs and how this effects the ambience, the bar and how this is the heart of the pub! Our friend is pinterest! Lighting and how important it is to control the lighting. Bar design (including till locations) and the overview of what you need and different options. Flooring, the way to direct the customer to where you want them to go and how to reduce the noise with flooring. Slip rating for flooring and why it's so important. Martindale Rub Tests and FR fabrics. Furniture layout tips and tricks. We hope you enjoy our geek off!You can contact Erin onFollow The Interior Design Podcast on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Visit the Website hereWe'd love to hear your feedback! Please email us with any questions or suggestion of a new episode you might want to hear!Hayley: hayley.roy@harpdesign.co.ukCheryl: inspire@rebelsdesign.co.uk

James Lewis from Sunbury Design Joins us for a good educational session about Upholstery Fabrics.In this episode we talk Fire Retardancy, Bs5852 + Crib 5 Martindale and Wyzenbeek Rub Tests Stain Resistance, Aquaclean, Teflon, Scotchguard, Recycled Fabrics, Repreve, Perfluorocarbons (PFCs), Fabric Trends, Recycled Boucle. Cheryl being a trend setter!! We also touch on Coffee Chains, cash, hounds-tooth and sustainability!Also randomly in the middle we digressed into driverless cars, flying and Hayley getting men dressed!Links to stuff we talk about:https://repreve.com/ - Recycling Companyhttps://sunburydesign.com/collections/leopold/ - Recycled Boucle from Sunburyhttps://www.ameliagraham.com/ - Fabric Designerhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Houndstooth - An interesting read about Houndstooth!If you want to contact James you can email him:james.lewis@sunburydesign.comSunbury website is:www.sunburydesign.com

Lots on innuendos in this one!! #sorrynotsorryWelcome to our friend and colleague, Louis Pullen who works for Grohe. Lewis is going to educate us about Cradle to Cradle and we discuss sustainability in interior design. We also discuss big black taps (!!), 3D printing and what Grohe is doing for water sustainability.If you liked this episode please subscribe to our podcast for more education and fun around Interior Design.Follow The Interior Design Podcast on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Louis's Contact Details are:louis.pullen@lixil.com07471 667 455The Caeserstone collaboration link we discussed iswww.grohespa.comThe Cradle to Cradle Book we discussed is here:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cradle-Cradle-Remaking-Things-Patterns/dp/0099535475

In this first episode we delve into the HUGE subject of colour! Featuring our first guest, Karen Haller who is the author of The Little Book of Colour! (A book we'd highly recommend!!)If you liked this episode please like and subscribe for more Interior Design fun and Education!Follow The Interior Design Podcast on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Karen can be contacted via her websites:Consulting https://karenhaller.com/Free design industry e-book https://karenhaller.com/free-10-myths-ebook/Colour & Design courses https://karenhaller.com/courses/Little Book of Colour https://thelittlebookofcolour.com/Free first chapter https://thelittlebookofcolour.com/free-chapter/Or on Social MediaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/karen_haller_colour/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KarenHallerColourAndDesignLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenhaller/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/at-the-hotelLicense code: MIXLYHNSEIGWKYJC

We've added this bonus first episode so you can see who we are and what we're about. This episode won't educate you about interior design but will tell you a little bit about our lives as Interior Designers. This was the first time we ever recorded anything so the sound isn't as good as it is in the main episodes but we thought it was funny so thought we'd put it out there! Includes one innuendo and way too much giggling! #sorrynotsorryIf you liked this episode please like and subscribe to our podcast for more fun around Interior Design and lots more education!Follow us on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/at-the-hotelLicense code: MIXLYHNSEIGWKYJC

The Interior Design Podcast - A UK Based Educational Podcast.My name is Hayley, Roy and I'm an Interior Designer / Entrepreneur and owner of Harp Design and my co-host is Cheryl Sutton who is an Interior and Architectural Designer, owner of Rebels Design.Cheryl and I have been working together on and off for 6 years and are also good friends. We want to keep this podcast real, we are likely to throw a few F bombs, because we're passionate and very opinionated about what we do and what this podcast represents. And we also love a innuendo. Each Podcast is going to Have 3 Sections1. Catch up -How has our week been and what projects are we working on at the moment. 2. Education – We bring in a guest to discuss anything interior design related, with the aim to educate. 3. Discussion about the education – C&H – At this point we delve into a discussion around the topic or the subject that the guest speaker has presented. Our Aim is to provide you with a podcast that is fun, but also jampacked with lots of useful information.Follow us on Socials:https://www.facebook.com/interiordesign.podcasthttps://www.instagram.com/interiordesign.podcast/Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/paul-yudin/at-the-hotelLicense code: MIXLYHNSEIGWKYJC