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The Great Indoors

154 EpisodesProduced by Sophie Robinson and Kate Watson-Smyth: Interior Design ExpertsWebsite

The Great indoors is a celebration of all things interiors and everything you need to know about making your house a home. In each episode, TV presenter and designer Sophie Robinson and best-selling author and journalist Kate Watson-Smyth will discuss, debate and guide you through the top trends and… read more

154 Episodes | 2018 - 2024

Farewell

February 22nd, 2024

0:39

An important message from RadioPublic

149: We’re going on a break!

March 28th, 2024

51:02

It’s our last episode before we go on a break so we take the time to reminisce about the last five years and 149 episodes of interior design debate, …

148: Style Surgery - Open plan nightmares, 3000 books and Sophie recommends a muted palette

March 21st, 2024

44:10

Join us for our last Style Surgery before we take a break, as we answer your design dilemmas. From how to house 3000 books, to turning an open plan nightmare into a serene space, this episode is jam packed with fun …

147: Interview with Kit Kemp and GP&J Baker’s Ann Grafton

March 14th, 2024

40:25

We’re off on the road again to Ham Yard Hotel for a personal tour and interview with designer Kit Kemp and GP&J Baker’s Ann Grafton to celebrate …

146: Is brown a spring colour though?!

March 7th, 2024

35:01

Join us as we have a fun catch up in Sophie’s home, chatting all things Spring refresh from table settings and cushions to bedlinen, curtains and diy. As you can imagine we have very different takes on the subject, as …

145: Can Kate put a shelf up? With How to Basically’s Justin Kelly

February 29th, 2024

36:18

We’re interviewing the founder of ‘How to Basically’, Justin Kelly, who runs a workshop in East Sussex which teaches people practical living skills from basic DIY, electrics and plumbing to how to look after everyday …

144: Sustainability, green washing and buying to last

February 22nd, 2024

45:22

This week we’re discussing an important topic we should all consider when updating our homes – how to make choices that are sustainable, use less …

143: Style Surgery - Thermal wallpaper, multi-task rooms and apex windows

February 15th, 2024

42:57

We’re answering your Style Surgery questions this week, from whether thermal wallpaper makes a difference, to how to design multi-task rooms and make …

142: ‘Espresso Yourself’ with the Pinterest Trend Report plus Deco Off 2024

February 8th, 2024

48:30

From the sublime to the ridiculous we look at some of the trends forecasted for the year. The Pinterest Trend Report 2024 brings all the fun looking …

141: Discovering your authentic colour palette with Karen Haller

February 1st, 2024

45:02

Colour psychology and behavioural design expert, Karen Haller joins us for a fascinating chat about how the colours we surround ourselves with are …

140: Style Surgery: Basins in the bedroom

January 26th, 2024

28:13

It’s time for our popular Style Surgery where we discuss the design dilemmas that have been bugging you.

Are wash basins in the bedroom outdated or a …

139: Refreshing your interiors without spending a fortune

January 18th, 2024

36:09

There are so many ways you can refresh your home affordably this time of year. If like us, you're low on funds and energy in January, listen to this episode for the best ways to make your home feel cosy and ‘new’ …

138: The house in Italy and a shop for Sophie?

January 11th, 2024

36:17

It’s time for a big catch up after the festive break, whilst Sophie spent it enjoying her new kitchen with friends and family, Kate was knee deep in dust in the house in Italy. Sophie has been using the time to vision …

137: Christmas, consumerism, and canapes

December 14th, 2023

37:21

It’s the last episode of the year so we chat all things Christmas as it hurtles towards us at an alarming rate! It’s true what they say that ‘time …

136: Style Surgery: Carpets, Colour and Curb appeal

December 7th, 2023

43:28

In our monthly Style Surgery, Kate and Sophie take on the task of answering your design dilemmas.

From how much is too much when it comes to colour …

135: A fabulous and thrifty Christmas with Ed Smith and Hazel Gardiner

November 30th, 2023

57:48

In this episode we talk to chef and foodie expert Ed Smith about how to cut down costs on food over

the festive period plus florist, broadcaster and writer, Hazel Gardiner, gives us her tips on how to

decorate with …

134: Interview with Banjo Beale: How an Australian Cheese Maker from the Isle of Mull became a Successful Interior Designer

November 23rd, 2023

44:11

As winner of Interior Design Masters 2022, Banjo Beale has gone on to breath new life into homes

and businesses in the television series ‘Designing the Hebrides’, plus bringing his infectious

enthusiasm as host of the …

133: Book Reviews – From Sunny California to the Isle of Mull

November 16th, 2023

41:02

Join us for our tales from Venice plus we review four more books that span the breadth of the interiors world. From the escapism of super luxe living in sunny California, to authentic and sustainable design in the …

132: Style Surgery – Designing your home from scratch – with or without a moodboard?

November 9th, 2023

45:05

This week's Style Surgery dives into questions from the essentials of kitchen design to where to start when designing a whole home from scratch and …

131: Do we decorate our homes to fit our generational stereotypes? And should Kate be wearing silver trousers?

November 2nd, 2023

42:36

Join Kate and Sophie for this lively discussion as they go through each generation from Gen Z to

Boomers, and debate how each group are seen to approach design differently. From 70s

conversation pits, millennial pink and …

130: Where design meets wellbeing: Interview with interior designer Juan Sandiego

October 26th, 2023

44:23

Are you in the middle of a renovation and feeling stressed? Do you have a house move on the way

that’s causing you anxiety? Or do you feel your home isn’t quite making you as happy as you’d like it

to? These are just a …

129: Book Reviews - are gallery walls over and does sustainable design have to be beige?

October 19th, 2023

48:13

We love to share our favourite interiors books with you - from choosing art for your home to styling the spaces you live in - this week's books celebrate homes which put sustainability at the forefront of design and are …

128: Style Surgery - From tiny loos to kitchens under £1k

October 12th, 2023

44:49

It’s time for our popular monthly Style Surgery where we solve your design dilemmas and are we in

for a treat today.


Listen to Kate and Sophie discuss …

127: Radiate positivity: The art of Optimistic Decorating

October 5th, 2023

34:50

Ever wanted to transform your home into a haven of joy and inspiration? Well, it would

appear you are not alone. Following on from the recent Focus …

126: Are you ready for your walls to give you a sweet embrace? Interview with Marianne Shillingford from Dulux

September 28th, 2023

41:09

Hot off the press of Dulux’s annual Colour of the year announcement, Sophie and Kate talk

all things colour trends with Creative Director of Dulux, …

125: AI friend or foe of interior design?

September 21st, 2023

37:19

Here is a topic we didn’t think we’d be discussing a few months ago but the speed in which

this technology is developing means we are already seeing …

124: Style Surgery: How far should the architecture of your home dictate your interior choices and pattern versus plain curtains

September 14th, 2023

38:36

This is the monthly episode where we pass the mic on to you our lovely listeners. We hear

From dilemmas that range from pattern or plain curtains, how …

123: Battle of the Browns - Our Hosts Swap Sides

September 7th, 2023

39:33

Kate and Sophie are back from their summer sojourn and have so much to catch up on.

Sophie hijacks Kates love of chocolate brown for the walls of her …

122: Bathroom Special: Why your bathroom mustn’t be white, grey, or beige

July 27th, 2023

48:04

This episode is a deep dive into all things bathroom design with plenty of ideas and

opinions on how you can take your bathroom from the ordinary …

121: From slogan T’s to wobbly pots - interview with Henry Holland

July 20th, 2023

36:09

Lock down changed many of us but for British fashion designer Henry Holland his passion for

pottery got a whole new opportunity to thrive. Turning …

120: Style Surgery: Should you put off your dream renovation plans and why colour blocking isn’t just for babies.

July 13th, 2023

46:00

In our monthly style surgery Kate and Sophie help listeners with their personal design

dilemmas. From procrastinating over plans to build a dream kitchen to conjuring up a cosy

decorating scheme for a north facing living …

119: Barbiecore and all things Pink

July 5th, 2023

39:28

Barbiecore pink is everywhere this summer. Spurred on by the trend and news that the film has in fact led to an utter drought of pink paint across the country, Kate and Sophie tackle a hot subject. Of course they don't …

118: Why the British have the best taste: Interview with Anglophile and designer Jonathan Adler

June 29th, 2023

38:18

Kate and Sophie sit down to drink tea with renowned designer, ceramicist and founder of a

global brand, Jonathan Adler. Through the cacophony of teacup clinkage, Jonathan shares

his esteemed knowledge for all things …

117: Bedroom Special - The Secrets to Designing the Perfect Night's Sleep

June 22nd, 2023

33:51

In this episode Kate and Sophie take a deep dive under the duvet to unpick how

bedroom design can contribute to optimum rest and recuperation. With more data coming

out every year on the importance of sleep to our health, …

116: Style Surgery: Imposter Syndrome and Your Questions Answered

June 15th, 2023

39:48

In our monthly style surgery Kate and Sophie begin by pondering on the phenomena of Imposter Syndrome, and with her new dream kitchen installed, Sophie is left feeling like an imposter in her own home! Help is at hand …

115: Outdoor Living

June 8th, 2023

39:02

Summer finally seems to have landed and on this week’s podcast Sophie and Kate discuss outdoor living. Kate is firmly of the opinion that you should …

114: Micaela Sharp

June 1st, 2023

40:49

In this week’s episode we discuss whether Sophie’s new kitchen will turn her into a master chef - does the kitchen maketh the cook? As the builders move into Kate’s Italian house, we learn what her plans are. And don’t …

113: Style Surgery

May 25th, 2023

43:20

Kate and Sophie are back with listeners' monthly round up of interior design dilemmas. One listener in Texas needs ideas for how to brighten a dark kitchen. Another asks, how do you design a cosy and magical children’s …

112: Everything you need to know about kitchens

May 18th, 2023

51:51


Including the kitchen sink! Having recently undergone kitchen remodels, both Kate and

Sophie are primed to share all that they know to creating that dream kitchen. From floors to

walls, worktops to appliances they share …

111: Matt Siberry

May 11th, 2023

47:37

An insightful interview with head of home at Pinterest Matt Siberry has Kate and Sophie musing on who really sets the trends. Do the brands influence …

110: How to Make the Old Feel New

May 4th, 2023

32:39

This week on the show we are looking at how to blend old pieces of furniture or objects

within a more contemporary interior. #GrannyCore may be all …

109: Style Surgery: Brass or chrome, door curtains and plastic lean-to’s

April 27th, 2023

35:20

We don the lab coats and answer listeners' monthly round up of interior design dilemmas.

Sophie asks should she go chrome or brass for her kitchen …

108: Latest Spring Book Reviews

April 20th, 2023

49:39

While Sophie starts her mini renovation by smashing huge holes in the side of her house to

make way for some sexy new glazed doors, Kate is just back …

107: Grow your own with Rekha Mistry

April 13th, 2023

41:12

With cucumbers and lettuces disappearing fast from British supermarket shelves don’t say

we are not the only ones who have thought its about time we …

106: Managing your build and budget

April 6th, 2023

42:36

Kate and Sophie address the issue of how to save money on your build with help from Tom, Sophie’s builder husband, who took time out from his own build - and broken down truck - to offer his calm and safe advice while …

105: Industry Secrets

March 30th, 2023

45:15

Kate and Sophie share their trade secrets and the contents of their address books to save you money when it comes to designing your own home, including how to get a designer kitchen for less and ideas for making your …

104: Jules Haines

March 23rd, 2023

32:04

Sophie is full of the joys of Spring and plans to tidy up her garden so she can take coffee on the patio while Kate, having just renovated her …

103: Style Surgery: Acres of cream and beams and the art of hanging art

March 16th, 2023

44:04

Welcome to our monthly style surgery; the episode where you get the chance to have your burning design dilemmas answered by design experts Kate and Sophie. From how to combat the acres of cream and beams in a period …

102: Tiny Rooms

March 9th, 2023

40:42

Don’t they say the best things come in little packages? Well that’s the topic of today’s

debate as we explore the smallest rooms in our homes and make the case that they are to

be cherished, indeed celebrated. With the …

101: Michelle Ogundehin

March 2nd, 2023

49:59

Kate takes a break from grappling with her builders to bring you this delightful interview

with the TV presenter and design writer Michelle Ogundehin. …

100. The Best Bits of 100 Episodes!

February 23rd, 2023

55:37

Fearne Cotton's wardrobe, Kelly Hoppen's fridge and Jay Blades on the magic of mending. The death of grey, the banning of white and the utter horror of the scented candle. All this and much, much more as Kate and Sophie …

99: Maximalism and Lily Allen

February 16th, 2023

33:31

If it’s a fight between maximalism and minimalism, then Maximalism has just pulled a right

hook. In the is week’s episode of The Great indoors, Kate …

98. Style Surgery: Broken plan, modular design crimes and where to even start!

February 9th, 2023

47:19

Once again Kate and Sophie come to the rescue to help listeners caught up in a design dilemma. From how to divide and decorate an open plan space to …

97. Macarons for Breakfast and Renovation Nightmares

February 2nd, 2023

46:15

This week Kate is back from a trip to Paris for Maison & Objet, the international design trade show. She’s brimming with talk of trends and fresh design inspirations. It was a welcome break from her own house …

96. All things mortgages with Kim Balasubramaniam from The Mortgage Mum

January 26th, 2023

38:26

This week’s episode brings you a fascinating interview with Senior mortgage broker Kim Balasubramaniam from The Mortgage Mum. Kim has recently helped Sophie secure a new mortgage during a very challenging time, post the …

95. What's in store for 2023?

January 19th, 2023

43:07

Happy new year 2023! On today’s show Sophie and Kate share what their dreams and aspirations are for the year ahead. Sophie has produced a whole …

94. A Beautiful Feast with The Hampstead Kitchen's Saima Khan

December 15th, 2022

45:15

Tis the season to be jolly, and we got into the festive spirit with our latest guest to The Great Indoors, Saima Khan of the acclaimed Hampstead …

93. Sustainable Christmas

December 8th, 2022

42:57

While Christmas is traditionally a season of excess, Sophie and Kate discuss how you can it more sustainable.

For all your Christmas and Home …

92. Style Surgery: Cool Yule Edition

December 1st, 2022

41:30

Sophie and Kate devote themselves to all things Christmas in this special edition where they answer and argue over listeners style dilemmas. From how to style your Christmas themed mantel to how to make a drag queen …

91. Future Proof Your Home, Autumn Lighting, Patterned Carpet

November 24th, 2022

49:16

Let there be light - but not too much. Kate and Sophie discuss Autumnal lighting and explain how to create ambience and atmosphere in your home. They also talk future proofing your home and how to get ready for …

90. Farrow and Ball's Joa Studholme Reveals All You Ever Wanted to Know About Paint But Were Afraid to Ask

November 17th, 2022

43:37

What's next for paint trends? Is Downpipe a design crime? Why on earth is Jitney called Jitney? And HOW do you decide what colour to paint your front …

89. Saving Energy, Radiator Covers, Wallpaper Trends

November 10th, 2022

1:00:01

Are radiator covers a crime against the environment AND a design crime too? In the style crime scene that is Kate's new home, Kate and Sophie discuss stylish ways to save energy and reduce your heating bill. They also …

88. Style Surgery: Find Your Style, Rockin' Storage, Artex Redux?

November 3rd, 2022

40:58

Can you really have it all? Industrial cosy colourful minimalism? Or must you choose? In this first edition of the regular Style Surgery Specials, …

87. Value for Money, Shower Curtain Crime, Design Books

October 27th, 2022

54:23

Is your shower curtain out to get you? Kate and Sophie consider the homicidal billowing mass in the bathroom... is it a design crime? There's a juicy stack of new design books that might help you get ahead with your …

86. Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen on why Maximalism is the Only Way

October 20th, 2022

41:14

Are beetles just middle class flamingos? In this week's interview, Laurence Llewelyn Bowen tells it like it is (and Kate and Sophie struggle to get a …

85. Kitchen Island Crime, Honey I Shrunk the House, New Paint Colours

October 12th, 2022

51:59

Is a kitchen island a design crime? Is hot pink a timeless classic? Will Kate ever escape from under a mountain of packing boxes? Sophie and Kate tackle all the big questions. There's downsizing, decluttering and …

84. Moving House, Shelving the Reno, Washing Up Bowl-mageddon

September 29th, 2022

42:07

The Great Indoors is Back! Even Kate is emotional (not really). With plenty to catch up on after the break, Kate reveals all about her house move, Sophie talks how to make the best of it when spiralling budgets mean …

83. How to Transform Your Rental, A-Z of Eco Paint, Cooler Kitchens

April 28th, 2022

1:00:17

Think you know sticky-backed plastic? Think again. Serial renter, nocturnal DIY-er and queen of reversible decor hacks, Amara Hasham of @thepajaamahub and The Faff Store reveals the jaw-dropping possibilities to be had. …

82. Garden Design, New Design Books, In-Between Spaces

April 14th, 2022

1:07:51

Got your sacrificial plants in place? Arit Anderson, garden designer and presenter on BBC Two's Gardener's World, reveals the secrets of the Great Outdoors. She tells Kate and Sophie all about beating slugs, choosing …

81. Yellow Rules, Make the Bed, Mismatch FTW

March 24th, 2022

44:30

All yellow? Kate and Sophie chart the rise of the most fashionable colour of the moment - and reveal how you can harness its power. Then it's all …

80. Galley Walls, Original Features, Easy Impact

March 10th, 2022

50:36

Is the gallery wall over? Sophie and Kate ponder the pros and cons of the much beloved wall-of-many-pictures. They're also bursting with tips for small ideas that create a big impact, from lampshades to tester pots. And …

79. Rental Furniture, Room Names, Rugs in Kitchens

February 24th, 2022

48:16

Living room, sitting room or lounge? Sophie and Kate dive into the whimsical world of what we call the rooms in our houses - and why we care so much. The pair discuss the intriguing trend for rental furniture, reporting …

78. Dream Home Makeovers, Grey is Back, Moths

February 10th, 2022

49:07

Paint it black? Kate is in shock over Sophie's dramatic design choices in her new TV show, Design Home Makeovers. Sophie is in shock over reports that Grey is Back and about to take over the nation's walls again. And …

77. Preparing for Greatness, 2022 Trends, Design Crimes

December 30th, 2021

49:46

What's next? Colour? Curves? Not caring about trends? Kate and Sophie look ahead to what's in store for 2022. And the pair talk you through how to …

76. Festive Style, Last Minute Gifts, Cosy colours

December 16th, 2021

41:26

Is it the most ranty time of the year? Sophie revels in Kate's traditional festive rage about Christmas... but never fear there's still time for …

75. Battle of the Big Light, Design Books, Paint Problems

December 2nd, 2021

41:53

Which side are you on when it comes to The Battle of The Big Light? Kate and Sophie talk glow vs glare when it comes to lighting choices, and how to do both of them right. The pair reveal how to pant your walls and …

74. Easy Fixes for a Greener Home, Flooring Mixups

November 18th, 2021

50:13

Stuck between a yellow sofa and a purple beetle? Kate and Sophie are together again and Kate's already criticising the decor... But the pair are also sharing all the news of what they've been up to, from making hit TV …

73. Trends, Upholstery, 70s Horror...

September 16th, 2021

57:11

Tempted to try upholstery? Sharon O'Connor of Vintique Upholstery reveals her top tips, whether you're having a go yourself or calling in an expert. …

72. Changing Rooms, Wallpaper, Multifunctional Spaces

September 2nd, 2021

55:08

Fancy a Wall of Hair? Cult classic Changing Rooms is back and who better to grab the staple gun than hosts Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead of 2LG …

71. At Home with Guy Oliver

August 19th, 2021

49:04

Do you have a collapsible Japanese temple yet? Kate and Sophie visit the mews house of designer Guy Oliver, managing director of Oliver Laws. Poking …

70. Rattan Rules, Design Books, Dracula's Hallway

August 5th, 2021

49:11

Do you know your rattan from your cane? Sophie and Kate reveal the definitive guide to winning at the biggest trend in town. A flurry of sexy design books get reviewed, from Kit Kemp's Design Secrets, Oliver Heath on …

69. Builders Uncovered, Layout Secrets, Paint Your Garden

July 22nd, 2021

47:10

Is there a builder in the house? Sophie goes all the way into the room next door to bring us an absolutely invaluable toolbox of tricks and tips on …

68. Holiday at Home, Tiny Bathrooms, Kids vs Style

July 7th, 2021

50:01

Fancy staying in a home-tel? Sophie and Kate are bursting with ideas for creating that holiday vibe at home (though Kate can't quite bring herself to …

67. Halston Inspo, Colour Science, The Style Test

June 24th, 2021

54:47

Are you a Stylish Person? Find out as Sophie tests Kate... what are the items every truly Stylish Person owns? Iconic designer Halston surely fits …

66. The Great Outdoors, Tablescapes, Renovation Blues

June 10th, 2021

47:37

Living in a grey wicker world? Kate and Sophie tackle the stylish options for garden furniture and outdoor living (and agree to disagree about Kate's Danish Sitting Suit) The joy of tablescaping and how glorious …

65. Gatecrash Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Kitchen Disco

May 27th, 2021

44:11

Got your glitterball yet? Kate and Sophie are in the same place for once, and it's the fabulous, colourful and creative home of singer and songwriter …

64. John Lewis Nightmare, Diversity in Design, Upcycling

May 13th, 2021

54:38

Fancy some gold wallpaper? Kate and Sophie consider the interiors furore around Boris and Carrie's lavish refurb and ask if John Lewis is really the …

63. Country House Style, Blinds and Curtains, Pet Friendly Interiors

April 29th, 2021

42:50

Ready to channel your inner lady of the manor? From pelmets to marble busts, Sophie and Kate explain how to do the new country house style. Then it's everything you ever needed to know about blinds, curtains and all …

62. Scented Candles, Design Books, Conservatories

April 15th, 2021

40:53

Scented candles or just... smelly candles? Kate and Sophie consider the scene-setting power of the candle, from fig and gingerbread to the "scent of freshly signed divorce papers". The pair review luscious books by Lisa …

61. Online Shopping, Ruth Mottershead of Little Greene Paint Company, Hall Floors

March 25th, 2021

51:44

Time to embrace neutrals? Colour-lover Sophie has an identity crisis as Ruth Mottershead, creative director of The Little Greene Paint Company, …

60. Interior Design Masters, Drew Pritchard, Where to Start?

March 11th, 2021

51:03

Are you now or have you ever been guilty of painting furniture? Kate and Sophie explore everything you need to know about vintage from antiques expert Drew Pritchard of TV's Salvage Hunters - including a controversial …

59. Princess Anne, Nicola Harding, Can't Change it - Make it Work

February 25th, 2021

49:42

Is Princess Anne guilty of Design Crimes? Insubordinate subjects Kate and Sophie critique the cluttered glory of the Princess Royal's living room. …

58. Decorate for Any Aspect, Julia Samuel, Window Dressing

February 11th, 2021

48:34

Know which way your rooms face? Sophie and Kate reveal the secrets of decorating according to the compass, so you can make the most out of any room. …

57. Online Design, Easy Wins, Tiny Houses

January 28th, 2021

50:45

Tempted by online design? Kate and Sophie consider the merits of online interior design consultation. A convenient, cost effective dream come true? …

56. Trends Schmends, Home Office, Design Storey Launches

January 14th, 2021

43:30

What's giving you a boost this year? Sophie is embracing Wim Hof's cold water therapy and Sophie Ellis-Bextor's kitchen discos. Meanwhile Kate is …

55. Selection Box (of Disagreements)

December 3rd, 2020

54:39

What could be more festive than a flaming argument? As yuletide looms, Kate and Sophie celebrate with a little look back at some of their greatest …

54. Bask in Matthew Williamson's Home

November 19th, 2020

44:50

Fancy some winter sunshine? Join Sophie and Kate for a tour round the colour-soaked home of designer Matthew Williamson. Matthew reveals all about …

53. Selling Sunset (and Surrey), Ethical Interiors, Historic Properties

November 5th, 2020

44:18

Could you Sell Sunset? Kate has bundles of tips and tricks for buying and selling houses in 2020 - but Sophie just wants to talk Selling Sunset, the …

52. Stop Working in the Bath, New Books, Go Dark?

October 22nd, 2020

42:50

Are you emailing from the loo seat? Kate and Sophie say it's time to ditch the quick fix, embrace the shoffice and make sure your home really works for the way we live (and work) now. A crop of new design books explore …

51. Cool Maximalist, Not Hot Mess

October 8th, 2020

40:46

What are the ingredients in your room recipe? Sophie reveals the secret to cooking up a design storm as she shows Kate round her (almost!) completed …

50. At Home with Skye McAlpine

September 24th, 2020

40:44

Sophie and Kate are in the same place! And that place is the gorgeous home of cookery writer Skye McAlpine. Nigel Slater called her latest cookbook, A Table for Friends, "joyous, life-enriching". And her home, designed …

49. We talk to Skunk Anansie's Skin, Dulux Colour of the Year, Online Courses

September 10th, 2020

45:40

Got your flying ducks on the wall yet? Kate hears the surprising style secrets of Skin, the trail-blazing lead singer of multi-million-selling rock …

48. Kitchens, Bathrooms, Gloss Paint

August 27th, 2020

44:04

Want to ban the beige? Sophie and Kate do a deep dive on everything Kitchens and Bathrooms... black taps, pink loos, green marble islands and reeded glass wall cabinets. With special extra insight into current trends …

47. New Builds, DIY SOS on the BBC, Focal Point Fever

August 13th, 2020

44:52

Keen to add character to a new build? Sophie and Kate reveal all there is to know about how to (and how not to) style your new build. An interview with in designer Gordon Whistance of the BBC's Bafta-winning DIY SOS …

46. Garden Rooms, Awkward Spaces, United in Design

July 30th, 2020

45:22

Is it a man-cave or a she-shed? Kate and Sophie guide you through all that is beautiful (and practical) about garden rooms. Kate talks to Alexandria …

45. Staycations, Garden Design, Hiding the TV

July 16th, 2020

44:23

Is your outdoors as great as your indoors? Garden designer Sarah Mitchenall explains how to make your garden beautiful, fun - and eco-friendly. Kate …

44. Home Advantage, Outdoor Style, The Modern House's Matt Gibberd

June 25th, 2020

53:01

What makes your house a home? Sophie and Kate consider the magic of home and talk tips for styling outdoor spaces. Plus guest Matt Gibberd, …

43. Diversity in Design, Marianne Shillingford, Kitchen Revamp

June 11th, 2020

1:06:07

Diversity and Interiors: a special extended feature includes contributions from Michelle Ogundehin, Simon Hamilton, Poonam Sharma, Busola Evans and …

42. Your Home Made Perfect, Post-pandemic Design, Bathroom Inspo

May 28th, 2020

52:08

Do you need a Narnia cupboard? Architect Laura Jane Clark of BBC TV's Your Home Made Perfect reveals her top home hacks, from the magical to the …

41. Jay Blades, Design Dreams, Living Room Refresh

May 14th, 2020

54:37

Are you dreaming big enough? Kate and Sophie delve into their psyches and reveal what feeds their design dreams, from pink castles to dirty husbands. Jay Blades of BBC's The Repair Shop talks about therapeutic …

40. Lockdown Decorating, Perfect Lighting, Moodboards

April 30th, 2020

48:37

Is your lighting layered? Sally Storey of John Cullen Lighting reveals how to harness the secret power of lighting. Sophie talks moodboards, swatch …

39. Colour Psychology, Happiness at Home, Bossy Books

April 16th, 2020

52:16

What colour is your personality? Sophie reveals the different seasonal palettes to support different personalities (as Kate gets cross about yellow) …

38. Staying In Special: Your Questions Answered

April 2nd, 2020

50:10

Staying In? In our very first Style Surgery Kate and Sophie answer your design dilemmas. How to refresh your home when you can't go shopping, how to …

36. At Home with Orla Kiely

March 19th, 2020

39:26

How does the Queen of Print live? Come tour the house of designer Orla Kiely, creator of some of the best known motifs of the 21st century. From the James Bond picture window, to the vintage 60s piano, to the touches of …

35. 101 Interior Design Answers, Wallpaper Rules, Spring Retox

March 5th, 2020

35:05

You got questions? We got answers. To be precise, 101 Interior Design Answers, aka Kate's brand new book! We hear the inside story from the maestra …

34. Granny Chic, Fake or Real, Style Secrets from Morocco

February 20th, 2020

47:03

Are you rocking Posh Granny Chic? Kate and Sophie give you the lowdown on getting the latest trend just right, consider if faux can be better than the real thing, and bring you a style report from the glamourous El Fenn …

33. Design for Life with Oliver Heath

February 5th, 2020

48:52

Is your house boosting your health? Sophie and Kate tour the home of Oliver Heath, the expert in sustainable architecture and biophilic design. They find walls that make you live longer, a bed to help you sleep better, …

32. Panelling, Red Threads, Sophie's Plans

January 22nd, 2020

46:14

WILL THE GUINEA PIGS MAKE IT? Kate and Sophie ponder the hot trend for panelling, and reveal how to find the vital "red thread" that will bring cohesion to your home. Sophie talks us through her extension plans - and …

31. Budget Revamp Special with Annie Sloan

January 8th, 2020

55:07

Scared of paint? Don't be. Annie Sloan, queen of creative colour and inventor of the revolutionary chalk paint, leads Kate and Sophie in a furniture …

30. Christmas Special with Rachel Khoo

December 12th, 2019

40:53

Could your design problem be an opportunity? In the London flat of cook and broadcaster Rachel Khoo, Kate and Sophie discover some truly jaw-dropping …

29. Christmas Hosting, Fashion X Interiors, Small Space Reveal!

November 28th, 2019

48:14

Are you wearing your house? Sophie and Kate delve deep into the relationship between the catwalk and the cushions. Surely you know which fashion …

28. Christmas Trends, Small Space Living, The Great Outdoors

November 14th, 2019

43:57

Tinsel - yay or nay? Kate and Sophie confront the big questions. What will the best dressed homes be wearing this yuletide? Why is nature such an …

27. Hibernating Special: Sleep, Snuggle, Read

October 31st, 2019

43:27

Is your bedroom a haven for sleep, sex - and nothing else? To mark the clocks changing, Sophie and Kate are on cosiness overdrive. There's design tips for getting the best from your bedroom. There's a difference of …

26. At Home with Michelle Ogundehin

October 17th, 2019

43:14

Is your home a sanctuary? Michelle Ogundehin, writer, presenter and interiors guru, shows Kate and Sophie round her gorgeous home. They talk tiled …

25. Colour of the Year, Colourful Kitchens, London Design Festival

October 3rd, 2019

40:00

Blood furniture, anyone? Kate and Sophie unveil the radical ideas sweeping the London Design Festival. They talk top tips for colourful kitchen and …

24. Laura Jackson's Elegant Building Site

September 19th, 2019

43:35

Ever had a cowboy builder? Who even took your CAR? TV presenter and stylish supper club guru Laura Jackson shows Kate and Sophie round the work in progress of her forever home. As well as the horror stories, there's …

#PODSTRIKE - Laura Jackson supports the Global Climate Strike

September 18th, 2019

5:25

Upcoming guest Laura Jackson believes buying secondhand is best for your decor and the planet. Win-win! Laura joins Kate and Sophie in endorsing #PODSTRIKE, a coalition of podcasts supporting Greta Thunberg and the …

#PODSTRIKE - Kate and Sophie support the Global Climate Strike

September 18th, 2019

5:46

The Great Indoors is part of #PODSTRIKE, a coalition of podcasts supporting Greta Thunberg and the young people behind the Global Climate Strikes starting this Friday 20th Sept, by helping spread the word. Here Kate and …

23. New Books, #DoLessHarm, Maximalism v Minimalism

September 5th, 2019

44:04

Do you have an inner minimalist? Are you a thwarted maximalist? Sophie and Kate tackle the extreme trends and how to approach them if you just aren't feeling it. Plus there's an update on the #DoLessHarm sustainable …

22. TV's Interior Design Masters, Home Happiness, Statement Floors

August 22nd, 2019

41:34

Caught the must-see TV yet? Get the verdict on BBC2's Interior Design Masters, including the contestants' (gasp) design crimes... Do join in live-tweeting at #designcrimes. Sophie and Kate reveal some startling stats …

21. Kelly Hoppen's Home

August 8th, 2019

44:07

What's Kelly Hoppen's Design Crime? Why does she like to get into an empty bath? And why is she building a soft play centre in her sitting room? The original Interiors Queen welcomes Kate and Sophie into her epically …

20. Childhood Homes, Nature and Biophilia, Colour Blocking

July 25th, 2019

47:06

Did your childhood home shape your interiors taste? Sophie and Kate delve deep into swags, stippling, Laura Ashley... and live locusts. The flat …

19. Summer Garden Updates, Midcentury Modern, Sustainability

July 11th, 2019

47:32

Outside space looking a little dull this summer? Kate and Sophie are bursting with good ideas for the great outdoors, though most of Kate's involve …

Series 4 Trailer

June 28th, 2019

4:36

Kate and Sophie are having a little lie down this week (like the colour grey...) but couldn't resist sharing this sneak preview of what's coming up …

18. Fearne Cotton's Happy Home

June 13th, 2019

46:13

How does Fearne Cotton make her home a happy place? The presenter talks colour, atmosphere, the joy of the higgledy-piggledy and the importance of …

17. Clerkenwell Design Week, Big Book News, Kate's Loo

May 30th, 2019

48:28

Are you competitively open, when it comes to lilac? Kate and Sophie report from the frontline of Clerkenwell Design Week... and uncover the …

16. At Home with Pearl Lowe

May 16th, 2019

41:40

Want to know Pearl Lowe's design secrets? The designer takes Sophie and Kate on a tour of her gorgeous home, revealing top tips for vintage shopping, the horror story behind her kitchen, and how the family respond to …

15. Make Your Home Pay, Design on TV, Kitchen Update

May 2nd, 2019

47:11

Could your fabulous interiors be a money-spinner? Kate and Sophie talk tips and tricks for making your home pay it's way, with short lets and …

14. Trinny Woodall, Rug Rules, Whole House Design

April 18th, 2019

40:09

Fancy visiting the most famous bathroom on Insta? AND it's fabulous owner? Fashion and beauty entrepreneur Trinny Woodall reveals all about lighting, …

13. Flower (and plant) Power, The Art of Artwork

April 4th, 2019

46:48

Real or fake? (Or should that be.... faux, darling?) Sophie and Kate clash over the merits of decorating with flowers and plants. There's also strong …

12. Budget Home Updates, Kids Rooms, Instasham

March 21st, 2019

47:09

Would you paint the nursery black? Sophie did. And Kate is Not Impressed. Sparks fly as the pair go head to head on planning kids rooms, plus a …

11. Architects on Trial, Lighting, the Downstairs Loo

March 7th, 2019

47:43

Do you tremble at the sight of a black polo neck? Sophie and Kate say stand up to the architects! The pair discuss the ways architecture and interior …

9. Small Space Living, Trend Report, Dressing Rooms

February 7th, 2019

47:18

Do you know your Memphis from your Midcentury Modern? Kate and Sophie report from the trends frontline of the Maison et Objet trade fair. They reveal the secrets of small space living, and design everyone's fantasy …

8. Ban White Paint, Conscious Shopping, Open Plan Spaces

January 24th, 2019

46:51

Just when you thought it was safe... Kate wants to ban white paint. Can she explain herself, without alienating the entire country? For anyone still listening, the pair also have lots to say about conscious shopping, …

7. New Year Declutter, Bring Back Chintz, Home Offices

January 10th, 2019

45:56

The series kicks off with some wise words on the pain and pleasure of decluttering, Sophie's mission to bring back the chintz and some ingenious suggestions to sort out your home office. Plus Sophie reveals her …

The Great Indoors Series 2 - Trail

January 1st, 2019

3:57

The UK's first professional interiors podcast is BACK! Curious about the key trends for 2019? Want help styling your open-plan space? Need to know …

6. Is Expensive Paint Worth it, New Design Books, Hallways

December 13th, 2018

47:51

Elephant's Breath, anyone? In the last of this series, Sophie and Kate confront the $64,000 question (not literally) asking if designer paint is really worth the money? Plus there's a luscious crop of new design books …

5. Tips for Renters, Christmas Gifts, The Spare Room

November 29th, 2018

46:25

Stuck for present ideas? Sophie and Kate are here to help, sharing a revolutionary approach to buying Christmas presents (and some bracing views …

4. The Joy of Staying In, Inspiration, Sitting Rooms

November 15th, 2018

49:02

Fancy a zebra skin ceiling? In this special LIVE edition, Sophie and Kate debate the joys of staying in, with lots of ideas to make your home a haven. They critique the various sources of interiors inspiration, and walk …

3. Colour Psychology, Seasonal Interiors, Master Bedrooms

November 1st, 2018

41:12

Do you know which colour is an appetite suppressant? Or which one makes every skin tone look fabulous? In this episode, Kate and Sophie ponder the …

2. Finding Your Style, the New Colours, Bathrooms

October 17th, 2018

40:08

Drowning in the Sea of Pinterest? Sophie and Kate talk you through how to discover your own unique sense of style. Plus, they reveal the coolest new …

1. Grey is Dead, Design Crimes, Kitchens

October 17th, 2018

40:16

Are you guilty of a... Design Crime? In the launch episode of The Great Indoors, Kate and Sophie discuss the horrors of incorrectly positioned …

The Great Indoors Trail Part Deux

October 16th, 2018

3:58

Another taster ahead of this week's launch, from TV presenter and designer Sophie Robinson and best-selling author and journalist Kate Watson-Smyth.

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The Great Indoors Trail

October 1st, 2018

4:16

Real insight, hot tips and lots of laughs. Hosted by TV presenter and designer Sophie Robinson and best-selling author and journalist Kate Watson-Smyth. If you care at all about the space you live in, subscribe!

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