Τα καλύτερα Design Build Happiness podcast (2024)

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41: Declutter; how to create happiness and save money! Secrets from The Queen of Construction 26:10

12M ago26:10

26:10

This month we answer a listener question about home storage and organisation with the help of an author Abi has come to rely on. And it all comes down to decluttering. For the first time in the podcast's history - we are giving advice which is COMPLETELY FREE and comes before you even talk to the Queen of Construction (or your regular contractor). …

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40: Savings and Sustainability: Get a Designer Kitchen for a fraction of the price 23:36

1y ago23:36

23:36

This month we talk to Looeeze Grossman from The Used Kitchen Company about an industry secret; sourcing and installing used kitchens. We talk practicalities of the process of finding, measuring your new used kitchen, pitfalls to avoid and costs to consider. While also talking about the savings which can be made, both to your pocket and to the envir…

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39: Art Glass - A designer kitchen secret 29:43

1y ago29:43

29:43

This month we talk to Sally from Red Dog Glass Design about a bespoke product which is making waves and giving owners goosebumps. Bespoke Art Glass. We hear about what it is, how it's used, and when to install it. And we find out that Abi needs to think more about feelings than function! If you would like to know more about this product then please…

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38: The professional secret: fixing damage to your beautiful home. 35:04

1+ y ago35:04

35:04

Fixing damage to your beautiful home. This month we talk about a secret of how to repair internal damage to your home. The scuffs, chips, stains and dents which take the shine off the pride you have for your home refurbishment project. The honest fact is - things get damaged, either during the building process or just in life from living in the hou…

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37: Why we all want hand painted wallpaper - with Gracie Studios 34:37

1+ y ago34:37

34:37

This month we talk to one of the world leaders in hand painted wallpaper; which is one of the most in demand 'I wish I could have in my home' items my clients ask for. We cover the process from planning the design, through to making it fit to the architecture of your home and listen to some wonderful and amusing stories along the way. I know, after…

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36: Essential residential design trend forecasts with experts Nelly Rodi 34:27

1+ y ago34:27

34:27

This month we talk to Design Forecasters and strategic consultancy to the creative industries; Vincent Grégorie, Consumer Trends & Insight Director from Nelly Rodi. Website: https://nellyrodi.com/en/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nellyrodi/ This episode contains essential information for growing design and fit out firms who will benefit from…

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35: HOW TO DEVELOP YOUR HOMES STYLE with Urban Retreat Interiors 37:38

1+ y ago37:38

37:38

This month we talk about the process of developing your home’s style with interior design expert Saphia Sheikh from Urban Retreat Interiors. We talk about Saphia’s interior design service, how to trust yourself and avoid limiting beliefs. She also talks through the most important aspects to consider when engaging an interior designer to extend or r…

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34: Home Heating, Ventilation and Cooling Explained (H.V.A.C.) 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

27:48

This month I talk about the essential and complex subject of HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning). I cover topics such as the various sources of heat, how to improve your heating, different types of ventilation and how to achieve pleasing aesthetic and function as well as the ins and outs of air conditioning units. For more information …

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33: ARCHITECTS - The superheroes of design! Who? Why? How? with Joseph Aniedu From AGA Associates 37:55

2y ago37:55

37:55

This month we talk about your professional team with Joseph, Technical Director of AGA Associates, an architectural practice in Central London. We discuss the size and roles of your professional team on a refurbishment or extension project and the power and benefit of having a range of individuals around the table. We talk about how to manage compl…

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32: WEALTH, HEALTH & HAPPINESS all from the way you design and build your home? The art of Feng Shui. 41:37

2y ago41:37

41:37

This month we are talking to Feng Shui expert, podcast host and published author Patricia Lohen from Powerhouse Feng Shui. We talk about the accent art of Feng Shui - 5000 year old principles applied to our home extension or renovation. Did she manifest me? First things first, it is possible that Patricia manifested me to be on the podcast this mon…

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31: WALL PANELLING - the trend that has gripped the nation. With works class supplier; Orac decor 25:59

2y ago25:59

25:59

This month we talk to an absolute favourite supplier - Chelcie from Orac decor. You might find their name familiar and that’s because we have before now featured Orac on the podcast with other product ranges (we’ve previously talked about coving). But this month we are talking wall panels and specifically formed panels which can be installed yourse…

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30: EVERYTHING you need to know on choosing and installing brassware, aka bathroom taps, from supplier to European Royalty; Czech & Speake 49:56

2y ago49:56

49:56

This month we talk to a legend in the design industry. Frank Sawkins from Czech & Speake. You may not realise that many of the iconic ‘looks’ of bathroom brassware, which is the name used for taps, spouts and shower heads, were originally designed and supplied by Franks company. An industry leader, design innovator and expert in how to achieve the …

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29: How to select and purchase the PERFECT products for your home - With Angel Tan from the ‘The House Directory’ 22:53

2y ago22:53

22:53

This month we talk to design professional Angel Tan, MD of The House Directory about how to source products for your project; We explore further the ‘Buy it’ stage, where will define every item which goes into furnishing and finishing your home, while making it come within your budget. Angel has a background as an Architect and Interior Designer an…

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28: How to snag your project 38:59

3y ago38:59

38:59

This week we talk to construction professional Siobhon Niles about the final stage of a project; The ‘Test It’ stage where you, your architect or your project manager will snag the work done by your contractor and sub contractors. Siobhon has worked on building sites for over a decade but doesn’t hide the honest truth that if you don’t give the tes…

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27: How to commission an outdoor sculpture - With celebrity sculptor Paul Vanstone 39:34

3y ago39:34

39:34

This week we talk to Paul Vanstone about the process of preparing for, planning and commission outdoor art. As a veteran marble sculptor who sells and installs his pieces globally - Paul has lots of advice to dispense. We recorded this podcast at his atelier so thanks for understanding about some of the background noise. Paul gives us great advice …

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26: Architect vs Contractor vs Builder – a guide. 45:34

3y ago45:34

45:34

This week we talk (via Skype – sorry for the quality at times!) to Construction Professional Brigitte Clements, Managing partner of Loki-Architecture, an Architectural Development practice operating in the UK. We cover the difference in the different jobs, Architect, Contractor and Builder, when there is cross over and what you get from each of the…

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25: The 5 steps of a home renovation or extension project – how the professionals do it. 10:13

3y ago10:13

10:13

Are you thinking about extending or renovating your home? Do you want to make sure the end product is perfect for your lifestyle, personality and taste? In this weeks podcast, Designing Happiness host and Technical Design Expert, Abigail Hall, takes you through the 5 easy stages. They are: Plan it Design it Buy it Build it Test it. Listen to the ep…

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24: Turn your project into your profession 16:40

4y ago16:40

16:40

This week I answer a question I’m regularly asked. ‘How do I turn my project into a profession?”. During the course of the lock down period a few friends have contacted me as they know I’ve run my own international design and fit out practice and wanted to talk about a career change into house refurbishments, interior design and project management.…

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23: The technical side of curtains and blinds 38:51

4y ago38:51

38:51

This week we talk to The Birch House curtain manufacturer and expert Carolyn Peyman about the technicalities of curtain rail or pole installation and the various technical choices which might influence your curtain & blind choice. Carolyn talks about when to use a curtain pole and when to choose a track and the difference between hand drawn, corded…

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22: Curtains, blinds, poles and tracks. Getting the perfect look. 35:28

4y ago35:28

35:28

This week we talk to The Birch House curtain manufacturer and expert Carolyn Peyman about how to achieve the look you want with your curtains, poles, tracks and blinds. Carolyn explains how poles are a great feature, whereas tracks are more discreet, That poles are for hand drawn curtains whereas poles can be hand drawn, corded or electric. And jus…

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21: The Test it stage - How to snag your project 38:38

4y ago38:38

38:38

This week we talk to construction professional Siobhon Niles about the final stage of a project; The ‘Test It’ stage where you, your architect or your project manager will snag the work done by your contractor and sub contractors. Siobhon has worked on building sites for over a decade but doesn’t hide the honest truth that if you don’t give the tes…

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20: Wall-scaping with coving and mouldings. A how to guide. 47:57

4y ago47:57

47:57

This week we talk to coving and moulding expert Stephen Biggs from Orac, one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of architectural mouldings in the world. Wall-scaping is the process of taking a plain plastered wall and ceiling and adding practical and decorative mouldings to add architectural interest, drama, lighting (of which we discuss in…

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19: The Research Stage with special guests from The Home Page 50:08

4y ago50:08

50:08

The 1st stage of a house renovation or extension project is so exciting. Every possibility can be considered, mood boards (be it Pinterest or tagged photos on Instagram) can include images of anything from lofty hill top villas to cottages nestled amongst the foliage, it’s as much about the feeling the image gives you as it is a particular architec…

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18: What's a Quantity Surveyor & how to Value Engineer your project. 45:54

4y ago45:54

45:54

This week we talked to the seasoned Quantity Surveyor Millie Lucas about the role of a QS in a renovation or extension project and what lessons we can learn from her years in the construction industry. We start by learning that we are all capable of making minor omissions in the project but they can have expensive consequences! The devil is in the …

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17: Designing and installing a Green Roof 24:09

4y ago24:09

24:09

This week we talk green and living roofs with Chris Bridgman of Bridgman & Bridgman landscapes. We learn that the terms living roof and green roof can be used interchangeably as they are both a roof which has living plant on it. Sometimes they are called brown roofs when they are really dry and the plants appear to have died back, but Chris reassur…

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16: Commissioning and Installing an outdoor sculpture 39:11

4y ago39:11

39:11

This week we talk to Paul Vanstone about the process of preparing for, planning and commission outdoor art. As a veteran marble sculptor who sells and installs his pieces globally - Paul has lots of advice to dispense. We recorded this podcast at his atelier so thanks for understanding about some of the background noise. Paul gives us great advice …

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15: Architect vs Contractor vs Builder - a guide. 45:15

4y ago45:15

45:15

This week we talk (via Skype - sorry for the quality at times!) to Construction Professional Brigitte Clements, Managing partner of Loki-Architecture, an Architectural Development practice operating in the UK. We cover the difference in the different jobs, Architect, Contractor and Builder, when there is cross over and what you get from each of the…

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14: The 5 steps of a home renovation project 9:53

4y ago9:53

9:53

Are you thinking about extending or renovating your home? Do you want to make sure the end product is perfect for your lifestyle, personality and taste? In this weeks podcast, Every Day Design host and Technical Design Expert, Abigail Hall, takes you through the 5 easy stages. They are: Plan it Design it Buy it Build it Test it. Listen to the episo…

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12: Water 44:34

5y ago44:34

44:34

It’s not quite been a long hot summer – but Abigail and Rachel have been reflecting on the importance of water. It’s also been a busy month or two… so while this was recorded in June we’re releasing it in July. We’ll be taking the rest of the summer ‘off’ (but do you ever REALLY stop thinking about design???) For full shownotes visit: https://www.a…

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11: Soane Spectacular 45:07

5y ago45:07

45:07

Sir John Soane is Rachel’s favourite architect of all time. A bold statement no doubt. But this month Abigail and Rachel visit the recently reopened Pitzhanger Manor in Ealing, West London and explore what makes Soane such an inspiration after all these years. Next month we'll be talking about water in the home, garden and city - get in touch if yo…

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10: Renewal 50:03

5y ago50:03

50:03

Spring is finally here. Abigail and Rachel talk about all things renewal. Journey with us through Rachel’s recent trips abroad and Abigail’s garden design revelations as we explore making old things new again. For full show notes visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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9: Kitchen Consultation 20:19

5y ago20:19

20:19

We promise we're not sponsored by Ikea... but when we found out that they had a new concept store on Tottenham Court Road in central London we just HAD to head over and find out how it worked. For full show notes and the downloadable questions visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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8: Five go to the Design Museum 48:04

5y ago48:04

48:04

It was a blustery and busy February – we managed the take a family trip to the Design Museum, and reflect on some of our favourite design concepts like legacy and delight – but we didn’t manage to get this posted… so a little bit late – here is our (slightly belated) February edition. For full shownotes visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcast…

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7: Let's go to the movies! 51:08

5y ago51:08

51:08

In the bleak midwinter we’re still curling up on the sofa and getting engrossed in good books, film and tv. What does this have to do with design you may ask? So glad you did… visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcast for the full shownotes and a whole host of images!Από τον Abigail Hall

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6: Hibernation 51:45

5+ y ago51:45

51:45

Baby it's getting cold outside and all Abigail and Rachel want to do is curl up with a book (or a podcast) and stay cozy. For full show notes please visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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5: Decorating for the Holidays.... 55:47

5+ y ago55:47

55:47

For full show notes visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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4: Colour and Design 40:32

5+ y ago40:32

40:32

Can a personality be beige? How is an iconic building like a cushion? These and other pressing questions are explored in the latest edition, from Abigail Hall and Rachel Fisher. Full show notes and links available https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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3: Open House London 30:38

5+ y ago30:38

30:38

Abigail and Rachel braved the rain to bring you Every Day Design on the road (literally). For full show notes and some images of the places we visited please go to https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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2: Plants in Design 45:37

5+ y ago45:37

45:37

It's been a scorcher of a summer - Abigail and Rachel talk about the importance of plants in design, the good and bad of water bottles and much more. For the full show notes visit https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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1: Ikea - better living by design? 58:45

6y ago58:45

58:45

For our first podcast Abigail and Rachel discuss the first name in every day design, Ikea! For more information and links please see our website https://www.abigailhall.design/podcastΑπό τον Abigail Hall

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