We have the the original gangster back behind the mic this week as Kristie returns to join us for our final episode of Design Banter for this season. We'll be talking about her new build 'Fairfield Lane' and the process she has been through so far as the client.

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Kristie Castagna returns to discuss her new build Fairfield Lane.

We talk to leading design & build expert Sam De Vries of De Vries Designs, who, trained in industrial design has very much stamped his authority in this space and is an inspiring force in the landscape industry here in Perth.

Did you know there was such a thing as Landscape Design and Build

We jumped at the chance to sit down and talk with leading interior designer Jane Ledger because we all felt, the profession as a whole was often misunderstood, particularly around fees. We aim to bring a clearer sense to this role and guidance to those within the industry wanting to price their services appropriately.

Your fees as an interior designer with Jane Ledger.

Deb talks to Kim & Jeff from Studio Atelier about their journey as a design studio. We speak to identifying the right time to bring people in, attracting the right clients and how to sustain growth.

The business of architectural design with Studio Atelier

Getting published is typically quite high on many an agenda in the design world. There is nothing like flipping through a design glossy to see one your projects, products or images in feature. We talk to 'Feathers' about her experience in publishing and what you might do if being featured is high on your agenda.

How to get published with Featherhorse

We talk candidly with one of Perth's foremost premier custom home builders, Mark Diedricks of Arklen about everything from the industry standard, to the 'boom', 'what to expect' from your builder, what is a tender process (and why doesn't he subscribe to it) - and much, much more!

What to expect from you builder with Mark Diedricks of Arklen

There's no denying, this episode is lent more heavily to those 'within' the industry really keen to ensure that their brand messaging leads with purpose into 2021; particularly if you use social media.

Understanding your media and future-proofing your biz in 2021

In our 2020 Christmas episode we lay down a gift guide with one of the west's iconic online stores Cranmore Home & Co. To help you with your gift idea's, Andrea & Deb have secret Santa'd each other 5 fabulous gifts from this Perth small business. Plus there's a bonus code for you to use to. Take a listen.

Secret Santa with Cranmore Home and Co

Lightingales is something of an institution here in Perth, and known by many. We wanted to find out what was in store for this fresh new version of the brand, talk about lighting & chat to the new owners Bec & Steve about what's to come for this newly reinvented icon.

Lightingales WA a fresh new take on an iconic favourite

Nancy honestly couldn't have been more generous with her time or her home when we visited her recently to really find out what it was like to work with Architect Kris Keen.

Bonus episode : Part 2 of What does an architect do exactly

The Block may not be our favourite programming, but it did open the can of worms of how easy it is to lean into someone else's design. As our starting point, we discuss the issue in broad terms and what we can all do to stay mindful of the original & the unique.

Inspiration Vs impersonation

Sustainability in essence requires a long game plan. We discuss some simple measures that you can all adopt that pull sustainable practices away from 'trend' and closer to being able to continue to live with these choices.

How to adopt sustainability beyond trend

I'm pretty sure you've never met a more down to earth bloke than Kris. Architect, sometimes comedian, Kardashian in training - take a listen & learn a little more about what an architect does exactly!

What does an architect do exactly?

When Andrea's bathroom bit the biscuit she had a limited budget to sort and fast. In today's episode we walk you through her choices, budget & give Perth listener's a chance to win in our first ever giveaway!

A bathroom reno on a budget and tips for DIY

There has never been a better time to support local & invest in local design. In today's episode we take a closer look at Perth based textile design studio Ohh Happy Home, exploring their premium range of wool rugs and the new washables that just broke the internet.

How to Ohh Happy Home

So you want to hear all about interior design but you need it with a little spoon of down to earth? Design Banter is your place to get comfy, tune into the interiors forecasts, trends, biz tips and 'oh no' moments you can't find elsewhere.