There are so many good books on interior design and we’re always looking around for something new for coffee tables, for inspiration and even for relaxation.

And today our guest is someone who has made a name for herself as an interior stylist and podcaster, like Lauren, but is also a well-known book author.

So in this episode of At Home with Lauren Keenan, we talk to Natalie Walton is an interior stylist, designer, retailer, author and podcaster who helps people connect to ideas on how to live their best life.

She has a background in journalism… and for five years she was the Deputy Editor at Real Living magazine.

Natalie talks to us about her third book ‘Style: The art of creating a beautiful home’ and we also focus on intentional living and editing your home to simplify your interior style.

Get in touch if you have a topic you want us to talk about, someone you want us to interview, or an interiors question you want answered on the show.

And if you want to hire Lauren as an interior design consultant for your home, visit our website laurenkeenan.com.au to see her work and to leave a message on the contact page.

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Our take on task lighting in your kitchen and bathroom including what to do and the mistakes to avoid when planning and updating your lighting at home.

Lauren and Scott talk to interiors expert and media industry leader Wendy Moore, who is one of two new faces on Selling Houses Australia airing now on Lifestyle and On Demand on Foxtel.

Lauren speaks to TV presenter, interiors lover and Australian style icon Deborah Hutton about her new show Find Your Dream Home, where she explores 8 different ways of living and loving your home.

As an interior stylist, Lauren is always coming across new products and ranges. And in this episode we have 5 things Lauren is loving for you and your home right now.

A complete guide to choosing and buying carpet for your home with tips from Australian interior stylist and award-winning podcast host Lauren Keenan.

Sofas are a major investment and are often the building blocks for the rest of the colour choices and soft furnishings in a living space. Now custom sofas are becoming the way to go for so many Australians - so in this episode of At Home with Lauren Keenan we breakdown how it works and help you make the right design choices for your home and your family. Thanks for listening to the show, proudly sponsored by the good people at Flooring Xtra, Australia's fastest growing flooring retailer with expert service and a beautiful product range in over 90 stores. So there's bound to be one near you. Flooring Xtra has an extensive range of quality timber flooring and a large range of natural Australian colours to suit any palette and style of interior. Get in touch if you have a topic you want us to talk about, a question on interior design and styling or even an idea for who you want us to interview. And if you want to hire Lauren as an interior design consultant for your home, visit our website laurenkeenan.com.au to see her work and to leave a message. Read the post with more info about today's episode on our stories page https://laurenkeenan.com.au/stories/ Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/laurenkeenanhome Follow us on Instagram: Lauren is @laurenkeenanhome Scott is @travellingman_au Follow us on Twitter: Lauren is @_lauren_keenan Scott is @scott_keenan And thanks for listening!

Interior stylist Lauren Keenan forecasts ahead to some of the interior design and styling trends that will shape our homes over the next 12 months. Plus we talk through how to apply these trends for longevity and success.

Learn about the different types of hard timber flooring and engineered timber products that you can use in your home, plus price points, colour and style options, care and maintenance and more.

We've got plenty to catch up on... and a big year of new podcast episodes planned for interiors lovers, design nerds, renovators and anyone that just loves hanging at home with family and friends and wants to make the most of it. Welcome back to At Home with Lauren Keenan, with interior stylist and award-winning podcast host Lauren Keenan. This show is your authority on home, lifestyle and interior design. We've got a new presenting partner for the next couple of months that we want to introduce you to -- the good people at Flooring Xtra are Australia's fastest growing flooring retailer with expert service and a beautiful product range in over 90 stores. So there's bound to be one near you. And in this episode we've got some updates on what you can expect from us in 2022. Get in touch if you have a topic you want us to talk about on the podcast, or an idea for who we should interview. Hit us up if you want to work with Lauren to create your perfect home - whether it's a renovation, new furniture and interior styling, colour selections or even a new build. Visit our website: www.laurenkeenan.com.au and check out Lauren's work. Read the post with more info about today's episode on our stories page https://laurenkeenan.com.au/stories/ Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/laurenkeenanhome Follow us on Instagram: Lauren is @laurenkeenanhome Scott is @travellingman_au Follow us on Twitter: Lauren is @_lauren_keenan Scott is @scott_keenan And thanks for listening!

Food writer and TV host Matt Preston takes us through the secrets to the best summer salads for entertaining family and friends at home. Plus we talk about the intriguing food stories behind some of the recipes in his new book World of Flavour.

A rundown on why natural cleaning products are good for you, your family and the environment, plus our recommendations for the products you should try at home.

Interview with TV host and real estate agent Shelley Craft about the design and drama of The Block in 2021.

Interview with Foreman Dan Reilly from Channel Nine's The Block on the drama, the design and building processes and the challenges of creative reality TV during the pandemic.

Rules from an interior stylist for choosing the right rug for your home, including rugs in your living room, dining room and bedroom.

We love Italian food and drink so join us in conversation with Totti's executive chef Mike Eggert as we bring you some Italian inspiration for your kitchen.

Find out what design principles you should apply to renovating or building the perfect powder room for your guests.

Advice for how to create a cohesive look for your home using more than one interior style, including a few key rules to make sure they sit comfortably together.

Artwork helps you express your personality and adds colour to your home. But if not hung properly, they can really detract from a beautiful room. So we've got Lauren's golden rules for hanging artwork like a pro.

Kitchen splashbacks are an important practical requirement in a kitchen. But choosing the right materials can be fraught with danger. Your kitchen renovation is such a big investment! But don't worry - we talk through the things you need to think about when it comes to colour, texture and shape for your kitchen splashback (or backsplash for our North American friends). So in this episode of At Home with Lauren Keenan, we help you with some advice on how to make the right selections for your kitchen and how to choose a splashback that will look great now and still feel current in five years time. Get in touch if you have a topic you want us to talk about on the podcast. Same goes if you want to hire Lauren to help create your perfect home, from a room refresh to a renovation or new build - check out Lauren's work. Visit our website: www.laurenkeenan.com.au And read the story we've posted with more info about today's episode in our stories page https://laurenkeenan.com.au/stories/ Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/laurenkeenanhome Follow us on Instagram: Lauren is @laurenkeenanhome Scott is @travellingman_au Follow us on Twitter: Lauren is @_lauren_keenan Scott is @scott_keenan And thanks for listening to the show, your authority on home, lifestyle and interior design!