Explore every episode of the podcast The Install: Life & Design with Paloma and Caroline

The conversation covers a range of topics including family updates, highs and lows of the week, dressing and decorating aesthetics, and saving and splurging in interiors and fashion. The speakers discuss the balance of high and low in design, the importance of comfort and style in fashion, and the value of quality over quantity in design and fashion. The conversation covers a range of topics related to interior design, fashion, and personal style. Key takeaways include the importance of investing in quality upholstery and lighting, saving on trend pieces, splurging on handbags and shoes, and the significance of comfortable and timeless denim. The chapters explore various aspects of interior design, fashion, and lifestyle, providing valuable insights and recommendations for the audience.

Takeaways

• Balance of high and low in design
• Comfort and style in fashion
• Quality over quantity in design and fashion Invest in quality upholstery and lighting
• Save on trend pieces, splurge on handbags and shoes
• Denim should be comfortable and timeless

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
• 08:16 Family Update and Highs and Lows of the Week
• 12:59 Travel Concerns and Client Interaction
• 24:58 Saving and Splurging in Interiors and Fashion
• 34:09 Lighting and Upholstery
• 40:11 Occasional Tables and Furniture Budgeting
• 45:52 Denim: Saving vs. Splurging
• 53:33 On-Trend Fashion Pieces and Personal Style

The conversation revolves around the joy of spending quality time together through podcasting and the challenges of balancing personal and professional life. The hosts discuss their experiences, insights, and advice related to these themes, providing valuable takeaways for the audience. The conversation covers Paloma Contreras' journey from teaching to marketing and design, her transition to entrepreneurship, the challenges and rewards of a design career, her core design ethos and elements, design influences and inspirations, dream projects and locations, beauty products and skincare, the best piece of advice she's received, and her excitement about the podcast. Key takeaways include the unorthodox education in design and the balance between personal and professional life.

Takeaways

• Quality time through podcasting
• Balancing personal and professional life Unorthodox education in design
• Balancing personal and professional life

Chapters

• 00:00 The Joy of Quality Time
• 39:43 Unorthodox Education in Design and Marketing
• 47:15 Design Influences and Inspirations
• 59:21 Beauty Products and Skincare

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The conversation begins with a discussion about the highs and lows of the week. The conversation then delves into Palm Beach as a design destination and its popularity post-COVID. The conversation covers a range of topics related to Palm Beach, including accommodations, dining, and design. It also delves into the concept of consignment shops as a source for unique home decor items and discusses the use of patterned sofas in design. Additionally, the conversation explores ways to enhance the design of a spec home on a budget.

Takeaways

• Palm Beach as a design destination
• The impact of COVID-19 on Palm Beach's popularity Consignment shops are a great source for finding unique and affordable home decor items.
• Palm Beach offers a diverse range of design styles, from traditional to modern and eclectic.

Chapters

• 00:00 Palm Beach as a Design Destination
• 27:13 Treasure Trove of Consignment Shops
• 35:15 Favorite Eateries in Palm Beach
• 45:29 Making a Spec Home Feel Designed

The conversation covers a range of topics including photo shoots, and the selection process for featuring projects in a magazine. The speakers also discuss the importance of standing out in submissions and the impact of social media on design trends. The conversation covers a range of topics including design trends, editorial stewardship, and the focus of the next issue of Veranda magazine. The speakers discuss the challenges of setting trends, the importance of print quality, and the engagement with designers and publicists for publication. They also highlight the upcoming issue of Veranda, which focuses on new build houses and the architectural and design considerations involved. The conversation covers topics related to architecture, design, photography, and travel. It delves into the importance of preserving architectural character, the role of transitional spaces in design, and the significance of photography in showcasing architectural work. Additionally, it explores travel hacks, reading habits, and book recommendations. Finally, Paloma and Caroline share their morning and evening skincare routines.

Takeaways

• The selection process for featuring projects in a magazine involves looking for unique and innovative designs that stand out.
• The impact of social media on design trends and the importance of engaging content that surprises and delights the audience. Design trends are intentionally formulated by editors and are influenced by big themes and questions.
• Print quality is a fundamental aspect of editorial stewardship and is highly valued by readers, advertisers, and designers.
• Engagement with designers and publicists is essential for publication, and communication and collaboration are key to successful partnerships.
• The upcoming issue of Veranda magazine focuses on new build houses, showcasing the architectural and design considerations involved in creating enduring and timeless homes. Preserving architectural character is essential in the construction of new homes, emphasizing thoughtful design and architectural significance.
• Transitional spaces play a crucial role in connecting and creating cohesive architectural designs.

Chapters

• 00:00 Photoshoot 411
• 06:01 Selecting Projects for Feature
• 14:25 Setting Design Trends
• 32:45 Focus on New Build Houses
• 38:29 The Significance of Photography in Showcasing Architectural Work
• 47:20 Travel Hacks and Reading Habits

Paloma and Caroline tackle the recurring listener question what to know when hiring a designer. The conversation delves into the process of hiring an interior designer, the role of the designer in various project stages, considerations for client involvement, and the importance of trust and understanding in the client-designer relationship. Key takeaways include the significance of trust in the designer's process and the importance of a positive client-designer relationship based on mutual trust and respect.

The two also discuss the challenges in the design industry, the importance of artisan craft and craftsmanship, using lotion, botox frequency, and the impact of aging on personal care and cosmetic procedures.

Chapters

• 00:00 Connecting Through Design
• 09:02 The Value of Artisanship
• 16:52 The Aging Process
• 29:31 Introduction and Filler Inquiries
• 35:04 Considerations for Entertaining Spaces and Design Decisions
• 40:11 The Role of the Designer in Procurement and Delivery
• 45:11 Understanding Full-Service Design and Client Involvement
• 50:20 Experience and Expertise in Project Scope and Type
• 57:00 Building a Successful Client-Designer Relationship

Continuing their series, Inside the Photoshoot, Paloma and Caroline deconstruct the perfect photoshoot with invited guest, esteemed photographer, Isabel Parra. The conversation covers the process of preparing for and executing a photo shoot, including the investment, collaboration, and communication involved. It also delves into the role of a stylist, the importance of project suitability, and the technical aspects of photography such as aspect ratios and image composition. The three discuss a range of photography challenges, travel logistics, turnaround time for assets, photography rights, complexity of photography agreements, trends in photography, efficiency in photoshoots. Caroline and Paloma finally tease out of Isabel her latest health and food obsession. The listener question this week delves into Caroline' s dining room storage.

Takeaways

• Collaboration and communication are essential in the process of preparing for and executing a photo shoot.
• Understanding the investment and costs involved in a photo shoot is crucial for designers and photographers. Adapting to weather conditions is crucial for maintaining consistency in photography.
• Efficient communication and collaboration are essential for successful photoshoots.
• Understanding photography rights and licensing is important for both clients and photographers.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introducing Isabel Parra
• 05:13 Styling and Publications
• 11:04 Collaborative Approach to Projects
• 17:26 Stylist Recommendations and Aesthetics
• 23:46 Project Rejection and Fit
• 31:25 Consistency in Series of Shoots
• 37:11 Turnaround Time for Assets
• 45:30 Trends in Photography
• 53:02 Health and Lifestyle

Close friend Mark D. Sikes joins Paloma and Caroline for a lighthearted game of "Serve or Swerve," where they discuss the latest in fashion trends, providing insights into their personal fashion preferences and experiences. The conversation covers a range of topics including airport fashion, the Met Gala, Coachella, and the Kardashians. It delves into the intersection of fashion, celebrity culture, and societal influence. The three also discuss Mark D. Sikes' new fabric collection and his advice for young designers on building a brand, including the importance of hard work, the pursuit of beauty, and the value of friendship.

Takeaways

• Fashion trends are subjective and can be influenced by personal style and body type.
• Comfort and practicality are important factors to consider when choosing airport attire. Airport fashion is a topic of debate, with discussions on sweatsuits, Capri pants, and silk pajamas as acceptable attire.
• The Met Gala and Coachella are events that spark excitement and interest, with discussions on fashion, music, and celebrity appearances. Success of the Kardashian family
• The importance of hard work and perseverance

Chapters

• 00:00 Fashion Trends: Sunglasses and Windbreakers
• 21:04 The Met Gala and Fashion as Art
• 34:32 The Kardashian Influence
• 01:04:24 The Pursuit of Beauty and Friendship

Caroline and Paloma are on location from Belvoir Castle during their recent tour of treasure houses and stately homes in the United Kingdom that hold original Chinoiserie wall hangiings. The two discuss their experience at Belvoir Castle, exploring the historical significance of chinoiserie design and original wallpapers. They also delve into the Met Gala and their favorite looks of the night. On the design front, the ladies tackle some "hot takes," and questions posed by listeners, including the art of styling bookshelves with books, the balance of mixing metals in a space, the choice of timeless wood finishes, the beauty and warmth of tapestries, and the one skill they each wish they had.

Takeaways

• Chinoiserie design and history
• Met Gala fashion
• Bookshelf styling
• Mixing metals
• Wood finish for floors
• Tapestries
• What new skill would you love to have?

Chapters

• 00:00 Exploring Beaver Castle and Chinoiserie Design
• 35:15 Desired Skills and Talents

Stylist, Editor and Author Benjamin Rayner joins Paloma and Caroline to delve into what can make a photoshoot magical. The conversation starts with the importance of authenticity in styling and the planning and preparation required. Benjamin shares insights on the philosophy of layering, the balance between clutter and personalization, and the fluidity and evolution of spaces. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, collaboration, as well as understanding the mood and feeling of the space, and adapting to different environments. He discusses the importance of understanding the designer's aesthetic, creating a style guide, and sharing reference images to guide the styling process. The conversation covers the collaboration between styling and photography, emphasizing the importance of preparation and flexibility. The trio also touch on the expense of photoshoots and different approaches depending on whether you are just getting started or whether you are and established designer.

Paloma open the episode with a discussion of their upcoming Chinoiserie tour and the selection of outfits for the trip.

Takeaways

• Styling for Photo Shoots
• Creating a Layered Home Styling and Photography Collaboration
• Preparation and Flexibility
• Chinoiserie Tour and Outfit Selection

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Benjamin Rayner
• 05:41 Craving Personal Elements in Homes
• 11:08 Allowing Spaces to Evolve
• 16:18 Designing for Real Life
• 22:27 Timing and Planning for Photo Shoots
• 28:00 Being a Chameleon in Styling
• 33:26 Styling and Photography Collaboration
• 56:22 Chinoiserie Tour and Outfit Selection

This week Paloma and Caroline sit down with celebrated designer Heidi Callier. Heidi talks candidly about what it takes to run a top interior design firm, the importance of making time to be cretaive, balancing work life and family, finding the right team, how to manage a remote team, how she packages and presents her work, and even the timeline from start to finish. The ladies start with the weekly "High/Low" and move on to a game of "Love It or Hate It." The episode ends with a rapid fire list of questions for Heidi.

Takeaways

• Remote design studios
• Challenges of managing multiple projects
• Impact of overhead on design business
• Highs and lows of the design industry Mixing patterns and textiles
• Challenges with delayed projects and pricing
• Remote client presentations and decision-making Influence of Design Trends
• Balancing Work and Personal Life

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction and Studio Setup
• 08:36 Highs and Lows of the Design Industry
• 24:51 Mixing Patterns and Textiles
• 45:16 Challenges with Delayed Projects and Pricing
• 50:44 Influence of Design Trends

• Caroline and Paloma take up the topic of Technology & Design - what is relevant and how they are using it. The two open with a discussion and recap of their recent Chinoiserie tour, exploring magnificent houses and gardens. They reflect on the beauty and inspiration of the gardens, as well as the unique experiences at each location. The conversation continues with a discussion of Dior in LA and the emergence of fashion trends for this decade, the influence of older women in culture, what's going on in music, and summer vacation plans. The conversation turns to Technology & Design including the relevance and current use of Instagram, Tik Tok and Pinterest, and whether or not designers need a website these days. Caroline and Paloma also discuss impact of AI in design. The listener question asks tips for mixing patterns and colors.

Takeaways

• Gardens as Timeless Beauty
• Business Model of Historic Houses The influence of older women in culture is increasing, with a focus on celebrating women over 50.
• AI can be a valuable tool in design, but it cannot replace the experience and discernment of a designer.
• Mixing patterns and colors in design requires an intuitive approach and can be guided by studying the work of designers with resonating styles.

Chapters

• 00:00 The Chinoiserie Tour
• 27:35 The Magnificent Gardens
• 34:03 The Cost of Stately Homes
• 42:02 The Influence of Older Women in Culture
• 48:19 Music and Concert Plans
• 57:22 The Role of AI in Design

This week, Paloma and Caroline welcome one of their best friends, Bryan Huffman, an esteemed and celebrated decorator from North Carolina. For the last decade of her life, Bryan chatted every night with style icon Mrs. Paul Mellon, or "Bunny" as her friends called her, became one her closest confidants. In this episode, Bryan shares endearing details of her iconic style and stories of how they became friends, how she and Jacqueline Kennedy developed a close relationship, how Bunny came to purchase her Rothko collection, her generosity, her humor and wit, and many, many more. But before the trio delve into discussions of Mrs. Mellon, they play a new game, "Would you Rather?" - a game of personal preferences and social etiquette.

Takeaways

• Dressing Appropriately
• Personal Preferences
• Social Etiquette Etiquette for party arrival
• Thank you notes and gifts
• Travel and lifestyle preferences
• Real estate and property preferences
• Friendship with Bunny Mellon Bunny Mellon's unique approach to interior design
• Influence of Swedish interiors on Bunny Mellon's aesthetic

Chapters

• 00:00 Dressing Appropriately
• 16:15 Personal Preferences
• 22:22 Etiquette for Party Arrival
• 28:11 Real Estate and Property Preferences
• 33:40 Friendship with Bunny Mellon
• 46:49 Bunny Mellon's Aesthetic
• 01:00:24 Bunny Mellon's Creative Process
• 01:09:20 Bunny Mellon's Humor and Wit

This week, with Caroline recording from Rome, The Install Podcast takes up the subject of travel and how it inspires not just our design but encourages our creativity.

This week, we explore:

• favorite social media accounts,
• have you had your colors done?
• are you a hotel snob?
• Is there a house, city, home, restuarant that stopped you in your tracks?
• favorite hotels abroad;
• favorite hotels in the US;
• the chicest hotel;
• what makes for a memorable hotel stay;
• are you an adventurer or a creature of habit when you travel?
• how design influences the way we see things or approach design;
• what designers see that most travelers miss;
• quick fire travel & design favorites:
  • most inspiring city
  • save or splurge on a hotel
  • hotel chain vs boutique hotel
  • best garden
  • favorite design shop abroad
  • favorite indulgence while traveling
  • best hotel bathroom
  • favorite antique shopping
  • favorite local craft
  • favorite travel souvenir
  • one thing you always photograph

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Paloma and Caroline check in from Cabo and Paris for a vacation-edition catch-up that delivers equal parts glamour, chaos, and practical wisdom. They talk about changing travel plans, the joys of slower vacations, and what it’s like to travel with kids at different ages—from early wake-ups to future shopping buddies and museum eye-rolls.

Along the way, they cover Malmaison, Josephine, and Paris museum adventures, Paloma’s very relatable decision to ditch a hotel that wasn’t passing the vibe check, and Caroline’s vacation highs and lows, including a spider bite, a bruised shin, and a deep devotion to French snack food. There’s also a standout product recommendation for taming frizz, followed by a smart and candid design discussion on why decorators should not be hiring the contractor—plus the client red flags that tell you a project may not be the right fit.

00:00 – Intro: Paris vs. Cabo
01:14 – Why Paloma changed her original Paris plans
02:48 – Caroline on her first kid-free trip in 20+ years
06:25 – Shopping, Charvet shirts, and museum parenting
07:53 – Malmaison, Lafayette, and Josephine as ultimate style icon
11:08 – Pool days, beach reads, and vacation mode in Cabo
13:23 – Paloma’s hotel horror story and the great Cabo switch
16:52 – High/Low: trusting your instincts on vacation
18:31 – Caroline’s lows: spider bite and shin injury from hell
20:17 – Caroline’s high: beloved French chips and snack obsession
22:01 – Margot cameo!
23:34 – Glass-door mishaps and kid vacation stories
25:17 – Paris celebrates PSG into the wee hours
25:52 – Product Rec: Chris McMillan Styling Balm
30:39 – Design Question: Should a designer hire the contractor?
37:25 – When a client request becomes a red flag
41:51 – Contract redlines, process pushback, and knowing when to walk away
47:42 – Wrap-up: Notre Dame bells, cold weather, cocktails, and a meteor shower

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Paloma and Caroline catch up on a chaotic week of puppy parenting, jet lag, birthday prep, travel recovery, and one truly tragic Charles de Gaulle skincare confiscation before diving into the latest design news, including Mark Sikes’s J.McLaughlin collaboration and The Hedges’ David Netto refresh. They also compare wellness routines—from lymphatic drainage to Caroline’s heroic everything-but-the-kitchen-sink smoothie—before getting into listener-submitted design hot takes on gallery walls, trend fatigue, faux chateau cosplay, scallops, baby blue, zellige tile, trim on sheetrock, recessed lighting, off-season travel, linen sheets, and chunky platform heels.

Chapters -- Time Stamps

00:15 — Travel Recovery
01:09 — Puppy Drama
03:48 — Dog Wisdom
06:31 — High/Low
07:05 — Lou’s Return
08:20 — Lotion Loss
17:13 — Mark’s Collab
18:14 — The Hedges
21:26 — Wellness Overload
23:09 — Smoothie Era
27:41 — Creatine Gummies
29:13 — Hot Takes
29:48 — Gallery Walls
31:40 — Trend Fatigue
31:55 — Chateau Cosplay
35:16 — Scallop Backlash
35:31 — Baby Blue
36:13 — Wallpaper Fatigue
39:25 — Zellige Overload
41:27 — Sheetrock Trim
43:28 — Recessed Lighting
46:13 — Off-Season Travel
48:21 — Linen Sheets
52:18 — Platform Heels
54:35 — Outro Hot Takes

Smoothie Recipe:

Powders:

IM8 Essentials Pro + Longevity Stack in Flavor Lemon/Orange

Kion Creatine

Gramms Clear Whey Protein Lemonade

Veggies:

Handful of frozen chopped kale

1/4 c shredded carrots

3 cubes frozen ginger from Trader Joes

Frozen fruits:

Handful each of blue berries, pitted cherries, raspberries and 1/2 frozen peach in season

Liquids (totaling 1 cup):

Juice of 1/2 lemon

Aloe Juice from Trader Joes

Coconut Water

Sprinkle of Sea Salt

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This week, Caroline and Paloma confess to vacation weight gain, debate whether rosé is sabotaging their summer, and compare notes on concerts, puppies, and peach ice cream. They also dive into the decline of American shelter magazines (with a passionate plea to bring back House & Garden), discuss whether they'd trust a driverless Waymo, share their favorite places to source antiques, and celebrate America's 250th birthday with a nostalgic look back at the Bicentennial and the Colonial Revival craze. Plus: gardening tips, Wimbledon predictions, and a TV recommendation you'll definitely want to binge.

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• 00:00 Highs & Lows
• 09:52 Summer Diet Confessions
• 15:50 Geranium Update
• 20:15 Magazine Hot Takes
• 25:30 Waymo: Yes or No?
• 28:50 What We're Watching
• 32:35 America's 250th Birthday
• 37:00 Americana Style
• 43:05 Listener Questions
• 49:30 Wimbledon & Royal Watch

Paloma and Caroline open with a moment of horticultural hubris: Caroline’s geraniums are giving English-country-house abundance, while Paloma’s are still auditioning for the role of “weed.” From there, they celebrate an anniversary and revisit a very-of-its-moment 2005 wedding dress, mourn Chanel’s decision to discontinue beloved beauty staples, confess to needing a vacation from their addiction to planning vacations, and convene a ruthless Serve or Swerve tribunal. Balloon pants are convicted on sight, oversized button-downs receive strict styling probation, tomato red and signature red nails are vigorously defended, and the dreaded “dumb-length” midi skirt is issued a restraining order. There is a plea for men to embrace gray hair and a fantasy trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. They close with smart advice for design lovers who want to collaborate with a professional without turning the project into a decorative custody battle and advice on how best to use The Expert and it's time allotment.

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00:35 — The Geranium Games: Green thumbs, green envy, and a lesson from Peppa Pig
06:37 — Highs and Lows: Anniversary flowers and a 2005 wedding dress
08:28 — Chanel Has Some Explaining to Do: Discontinued favorites and makeup-TikTok alternatives
14:45 — The Anxiety of an Empty Calendar: Fourth of July plans, baseball nostalgia, and travel withdrawal
19:31 — Life in Permanent Overdrive: Cortisol, dopamine, spreadsheets, and the spa-retreat solution
22:21 — Serve or Swerve Begins: Balloon pants and silky pajama dressing
26:32 — The Proportions Department: Oversized button-downs, neutral nails, and red-nail loyalty
32:24 — Summer Accessories on Trial: Basket bags, tomato red, and the unworn red shoe
37:11 — Beware the “Dumb Length”: Midi skirts, office flip-flops, and polka-dot theory
43:44 — Men, Embrace the Gray: Mick Jagger, Stevie Nicks, and aging stylishly
49:42 — Listener Question: Loving art and antiques without becoming your own decorator
55:27 — Making the Most of The Expert: How to prepare for a productive design consultation
58:18 — Wrap-up

Paloma and Caroline take a conversational tour starting with Caroline’s one-and-done push-up and the psychological tyranny of a kitchen-island pile to the comforts of office routine, their new Substack, The Install Edit, and a heartfelt remembrance of Urban Electric founder Dave Dawson. Along the way, they celebrate couture craftsmanship, referee World Cup loyalties, review royal and Wimbledon fashion, debate marriage, motherhood, and women’s financial independence, compare an overly affectionate ChatGPT with a judgmental Claude, and issue a unanimous restraining order against men’s flip-flops. They close with a spirited defense of interior design timelines and fees—part business reality check, part closing argument.

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00:13 — One Push-Up and Weekly Highs
02:39 — Routines, Travel, and Resetting
05:10 — Cluttered Home, Cluttered Mind
08:39 — The Install Edit Returns to Writing
12:52 — Remembering Dave Dawson
15:53 — Couture as Creative Energy
20:17 — The Beautiful Game
25:09 — Royals, Reunions, and Wimbledon Fashion
30:18 — Marriage, Motherhood, and Independence
34:52 — ChatGPT Bestie, Claude Scold
37:46 — Hot Takes and Men’s Feet
39:41 — How Long Design Takes
42:05 — You Can’t Rush Creativity
45:04 — The Real Value of Design
50:06 — Twenty-Five Hours Is Nothing
51:18 — Spicy Caroline Signs Off

Fan favorite Bryan Huffman returns—gloriously uncensored—to review the seven deadly sins of polite conversation before whisking us back inside Bunny Mellon’s world at Oak Spring. He spills on no-tape gift wrapping, microscopic vegetables, Lay’s potato chips, ice in wine, Porthault linens, and Givenchy “armor,” while revealing the humor, discipline, generosity, and tenderness behind an American icon. Consider this your invitation to luncheon—just don’t discuss your sleep score, diet, or route there.

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00:15 — Bryan Is Back
01:18 — Social Studies
10:10 — Southern Manners
12:35 — Picky Eaters
16:54 — Inside Oak Spring
21:14 — Art Without Fuss
23:04 — Wrapping, Bunny-Style
26:36 — The Bunny Bar
30:52 — Luncheon Is Served
37:30 — The Famous Cabbage
39:13 — Bunny and the Swans
41:54 — Giving It Back
45:57 — Porthault and Old Money
50:11 — Givenchy as Armor
55:37 — Champagne for Eliza
1:02:23 — Bryan Signs Off

Caroline and Paloma battle triple-digit heat, post-surgery recovery, and a case of TikTok-certified “tech neck” before celebrating the multigenerational client relationships that make interior design feel like a family affair. Then they reveal the things truly worth the splurge—from French butter and signature fragrance to the perfect white T-shirt, an indestructible suitcase, and the workout subscription the internet loves to hate. They close with two artful new collaborations and a master class in scale, proving that when in doubt, go bigger, hide the lamp harp, and never underestimate the diagnostic powers of a cardboard box.

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00:13 — Heat Wave
02:44 — Highs & Lows
04:45 — Tech Neck
10:49 — Family Ties
15:45 — Install Updates
20:39 — Paloma’s Picks
27:19 — Caroline’s Picks
42:25 — Chic Collabs
44:08 — Artful Fashion
48:56 — Scale School
57:36 — Sign-Off

Caroline and Paloma tackle underarm “chicken nuggets,” summer-camp chaos, and a once-pristine abaca rug under canine attack. They trade television recommendations, debate Nantucket’s “No Influencers” dustup, and consider the many ways money can whisper—or flex. They close with candid advice for aspiring designers: keep overhead low, hire carefully, and recognize when someone is in over their head.

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00:16 — Chicken Nuggets
06:48 — Weekly Recap
10:57 — Kitchen Comeback
13:44 — Rug Rescue
22:31 — Screen Time
30:14 — Cheer Pressure
34:22 — Influencer Wars
41:35 — Design Careers
44:44 — Smart Growth
47:32 — Costly Lessons
51:31 — Sign-Off