Dear Alice | Interior Design

Interior designer Miles Redd joins the Dear Alice Podcast for a conversation about creating bold, colorful interiors filled with personality, whimsy, and cozy glamour. Known for his playful mix of antiques, vintage finds, accessible pieces, and unexpected details, Miles shares how he develops a client's point of view and creates homes that feel collected, sophisticated, and never too precious. Fro...

Mixing patterns can completely transform a room, but creating a layered look takes more than simply combining different prints. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing our approach to mixing patterns, from paying attention to the architectural rhythms already happening in a space to choosing large-scale elements like rugs, wallpaper, art, and tapestries. We break d...

The smallest details can have the biggest impact in a bathroom. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we share overlooked bathroom design details that make a space more functional, comfortable, and elevated. We cover everything from vanity storage, makeup organization, and refrigerated drawers to layered lighting, mirrors, shower design, niches, hardware, plumbing finishes, ru...

We're answering your biggest interior design questions in this special Dear Alice Q&A, with practical advice for real homes and real design challenges. We discuss how to make open floor plans feel cozy and cohesive, how to incorporate meaningful artwork into a layered interior, choosing wall textures, finding specialty trades, selecting door hardware, and designing around a TV without letting it b...

Stone expert Dan Nelson joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for an in-depth conversation about countertops, natural stone, marble, quartzite, granite, and choosing the right stone for your home. We cover everything from stone types, thickness, sourcing, and current countertop trends to polished versus honed finishes, colorful stone, rare marble, the world's best quarries, and how to care...

The best 2026 interior design trends are bringing more color, texture, pattern, and personality back into our homes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing the home decorating trends and interior design trends worth keeping, including color drenching, high-gloss finishes, warm deep woods, statement tile, wellness spaces, curved details, pattern on pattern, cocktai...

Thom Filicia joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for a candid conversation about interior design, furniture design, building a successful design career, and what he's learned after decades in the industry. Thom shares advice for young designers, overlooked opportunities, business lessons no one teaches in design school, and how television has changed the way the public thinks about interi...

Thoughtfully mixing materials is what gives an interior depth, warmth, and personality. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing how we mix flooring, cabinetry, stone, wallpaper, paint, lighting, and hardware to create layered and cohesive interiors. From choosing wood versus stone flooring to mixing cabinet finishes, adding warmth at eye level, and combining lighti...

Some interior design opinions are almost guaranteed to spark a debate, and we're sharing plenty of them in this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast. Joined by hot takes from our listeners, we discuss the decorating trends, design decisions, and industry advice that deserve a second look. From marble versus quartz and open shelving to painted wood, resale value, neutral interiors, and...

If your home feels like it's missing something, it probably isn't the furniture—it's the finishing details. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing 10 reasons your room feels unfinished and the simple design elements that instantly make a space feel more complete. We discuss everything from window treatments, artwork, rugs, lighting, and hardware to adding color, g...

A beautiful kitchen starts with thoughtful planning—not just beautiful finishes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're breaking down the essential decisions that create a kitchen that's both highly functional and timeless. From designing an efficient kitchen layout and organizing cabinetry to selecting countertops, backsplashes, lighting, appliances, and hardware, we wal...

What happens when the Alice Lane team gets to interview the hosts? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, our employees ask the questions they've always wanted answered, leading to one of our most personal and entertaining conversations yet. We talk about the design projects that changed how we approach interiors, how we know when a room is truly finis...

Building a custom home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make, and the right builder can make all the difference. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're joined by luxury custom home builder Erin Stetzer to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of a successful build. With more than 25 years of experience building high-end homes alongside leading arch...

From oversized sectionals to undersized rugs, some furniture mistakes can make even the most beautiful home feel awkward. In this episode, we're sharing the biggest furniture buying mistakes we see homeowners make from choosing the wrong scale, seat height, and table proportions to falling for trendy pieces that don't function well in real life. Whether you're furnishing a new home, redesigning a...

Window treatments can make or break a room but with so many options, where do you start? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about custom window treatments, including the difference between drapery, curtains, Roman shades, and café curtains, how to choose the right fabrics and pleat styles, and the hardware details that instantly elevate a space. We also tackle challenging w...

Thinking about hiring an interior designer but not sure where to start? In this episode, we break down how to choose the right interior designer for your project, from understanding the difference between interior design and decorating to vetting portfolios, checking references, discussing budgets, and spotting red flags before you sign a contract. Whether you're planning a custom home build, home...

Stairs are one of the biggest architectural moments in a home, yet the design details are often overlooked. In this episode of our Overlooked Design Details series, we break down everything from stair anatomy and full treads versus end caps to newel posts, balustrades, runners, and stair rods. We also dive into stairwell lighting, including sconces, chandeliers, and art lights, and share how the r...

Designing a functional and beautiful home office starts with the right foundation. In this episode of Dear Alice, we share our best home office design ideas, including space planning tips, built-in storage, office lighting, desk layout, and how to create a workspace that feels productive and inspiring. From Zoom-friendly backdrops and cord management to choosing the best desk chair and office furn...

If your bathroom feels dated but a full renovation isn’t in the cards, this episode is for you. In this Remodel Masterclass episode of Dear Alice, we break down Jess’ primary bathroom remodel and the high-impact design changes that completely transformed the space, from warm plaster finishes and trending pink paint colors to updated lighting, hardware, and styling details. We also share practical...

In this Q&A episode of Dear Alice, we answer your biggest interior design questions, from color drenching and choosing the perfect sofa color to kitchen backsplash trends, window treatments, and renovating a home for resale. We also share our thoughts on timeless materials, how to create a home with character, and where to invest versus save when designing a space that feels elevated and lasting....

Interested in a career in interior design but not sure where to start? In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down the many roles within the interior design industry, including designers, decorators, stylists, project managers, drafters, and showroom professionals. We also cover different paths into the field, from interior design school and certifications to internships and hands-on experience,...

Trim, molding, and millwork are among the most important interior design details, and they’re often the missing layer that makes a home feel finished. In episode two of our Overlooked Design Details series, we break down everything you need to know about classic trim profiles, where design is headed, and how to use crown molding, paneling, and casing to elevate your home. From applied molding and...

The mudroom is the hardest working space in your home, and one of the most overlooked. In this episode of Dear Alice, we share how to transform your mudroom into a functional, beautiful entry that sets the tone for the rest of your space. We break down smart storage solutions like hooks, baskets, lockers, and hidden millwork, along with simple styling elements like lamps, trays, and mirrors that t...

Interior design starts with personal style, and no one understands that better than Carson Kressley. In this episode of Dear Alice, we sit down with the Emmy Award–winning television personality, style advisor on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, interior designer, and longtime judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race to talk about developing a bold, authentic point of view in both fashion and the home. From his...

You need more chairs, and there’s no easier way to refresh your space without a full redesign. In this episode of Dear Alice, we break down why chairs are the true style-makers of a room, adding character through color, pattern, texture, and sculptural form. We share our favorite types of chairs to use, along with practical space planning tips to help you style them in a way that feels intentional...