The Install: Life & Design with Paloma and Caroline

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  Showhouse Secrets Part II - The Showhouse Must Go On 15.09.2026 53min

  Part Two strips the lacquer off designer showhouses: behind those glossy rooms are six-figure budgets, vendor favors, impossible timelines, and enough last-minute crises to qualify as cardio. Caroline and Paloma trade war stories involving rejection from the stone sponsor, rugs stuck in customs, draperies four feet too short, and 145 yards of fabric mysteriously disappearing into a valance. But there is a reason designers keep coming back: one memorable room can lead to clients, press, product collaborations, stronger teams—and some highly effective “trauma bonding.” They close with a rapid-fire guide to what to install, what to avoid, and why doing two traditional showhouses in one year might be just a little bit unhinged.Music licensed through Soundstripe.Code: 1O1ULMY5AYH4LV7GFollow The InstallSubscribe to The Install Edit on Substack for more design talk, behind-the-scenes stories, product finds, and installments of Ask the Install.The InstallYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTikTok: @theinstallpocastPalomaWebsite: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTikTok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCarolineWebsite: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTikTok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShopMy: @carolinegidiereChapters00:16 — Part Two 01:23 — Budget Reality 03:07 — Sponsor Strategy 09:37 — Vendor Drama 12:04 — Loans & Sales 15:05 — Tight Timelines 17:34 — Plan Z 18:25 — Disaster Stories 26:40 — Drama City 27:47 — Stay Organized 30:23 — The Payoff 34:01 — Hidden Returns 36:52 — PR Strategy 38:58 — Bankroll It 40:09 — Saying No 43:20 — Rapid Fire 48:46 — Dream Showhouses
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  Showhouse Secrets Part I - Breaking Down Costs and Benefits 08.09.2026 44min

  Episode SummaryPaloma and Caroline continue to endure the on-going Southern summer heat and humidity, a Botox clock that suddenly seems to be running fast, and the Sisyphean task of growing out one’s hair—fortified by probiotic ice cream and a root touch-up pen stashed in the car console. They celebrate Substack’s slower, meatier charms and make a spirited case for shelter magazines to come back thicker, more beautiful, and worth paying for. Then the gloves come off on designer showhouses: career-making exposure, multiple-six-figure rooms, the glamour of being assigned a basement hallway, and the hard-won truth that one great photograph can matter more than square footage. Part one ends with the volume turned up—and the really juicy disasters still waiting in the wings.Follow The InstallSubscribe to The Install Edit on Substack for weekly essays, product links, behind-the-scenes extras, and the next installment of Ask the Install.The InstallYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTikTok: @theinstallpocastPalomaWebsite: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTikTok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCarolineWebsite: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTikTok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShopMy: @carolinegidiereChapters00:17 — Heat Wave 02:16 — Beauty Maintenance 04:20 — Full-Fat Treats 07:44 — Hair Rescue 11:28 — Substack Revival 14:25 — Industry News 15:34 — Print Matters 19:42 — Showhouse Secrets 22:17 — Showhouse History 23:38 — Career Momentum 26:53 — Basement Reality 30:49 — Invitation Only 32:50 — Room Strategy 35:13 — Budget Shock 36:40 — Small Spaces 39:07 — Creative Freedom 43:44 — Announcement of Part Two
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  Dorms Gone Wild 01.09.2026 1t

  Paloma and Caroline sweat through the last gasps of summer while tackling a still-suspicious rug, the indignity of hauling two Apple devices in one tote, a bittersweet staff change, a possible Sussex homecoming, and Vanity Fair’s best-dressed list—including the eternal question of whether Lenny Kravitz is technically dressed at all. Then they tumble headfirst into the RushTok rabbit hole, where reported $20,000 dorm rooms, chinoiserie lamps, Broadway-worthy recruitment numbers, and corporate sponsorships prompt the only sensible conclusion: girl, get to class.Keep the conversation going between episodes: Subscribe to The Install Edit on Substack for more from Caroline and Paloma.YouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTikTok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTikTok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTikTok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShopMy: @carolinegidiere00:18 — Summer Heat01:25 — Rug Rescue06:40 — PowerBook Problems09:34 — Bag Baggage13:53 — Embracing Change18:54 — Royal Return25:37 — Best Dressed33:11 — Dorm Décor39:42 — Too Much?47:22 — RushTok Rabbit Hole55:41 — Brand Invasion58:24 — Rush Anxiety
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  I Know It When I See It 25.08.2026 51min

  Caroline’s ideal weekend—pool time, Mahjong, and a teenager who voluntarily wants to hang out—meets its natural nemesis: a Starbucks that forgot to open, while Paloma celebrates Margot’s first day of kindergarten and reflects on a painfully heavy run of news. The mood lifts with a revealing identity game in which Caroline emerges as an orange, Easter-loving Sunday-morning smoothie, while Paloma is an olive-green, Valentine-loving Friday night with unmistakable croissant energy. Then they put “chic” on linguistic probation, make a surprisingly persuasive case for a little gatekeeping, and sentence balloon trousers, board shorts, and several other late-summer trends to fashion jail.Keep the conversation going between episodes: Subscribe to The Install Edit on Substack for more from Caroline and Paloma.YouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTikTok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTikTok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTikTok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShopMy: @carolinegidiereChapters00:17 — Mahjong Magic 04:14 — Starbucks Chaos 06:52 — Kindergarten 10:25 — Heavy News 16:51 — Personality Game 27:18 — Chic Overload 32:46 — Gatekeeping 40:03 — Scarf Season 41:40 — Retro Summer 44:03 — Peplum Problems 46:35 — Fashion Feeling 48:06 — Utility Mode 49:10 — Sporty Spice 51:06 — Sign-Off
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  The House Tells You What It Wants with Meg Braff 18.08.2026 51min

  Paloma plans a trip to Paris Deco Off trip while Caroline uses Lionsgate to manifest the number-one interior-design podcast, one “big, fabulous, juicy nugget” of a project, and a back that survives two dogs sleeping on her feet. Meg Braff joins for a gloriously wide-ranging conversation spanning her new book, Gracious Interiors, her vibrant wallpaper and fabrics line, her time as an ambassador for U.S. Cottton, Scorpio jewelry, Palm Beach light, and more. Along the way, she makes the case for client chemistry over giant budgets, starting every project with a floor plan, and letting the house tell you what it wants.Subscribe to the Substack for more: @theinstallpodcastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiereChapters00:16 — School Days 01:31 — Paris Plans 06:25 — Manifesting 11:18 — Growing Pains 13:10 — Meg Braff 15:42 — Miss Cotton 18:04 — Morning Rituals 20:06 — Scorpio Club 22:46 — Shop Talk 27:39 — Pattern Archives 30:47 — Design Process 36:42 — Client Chemistry 39:19 — Floor Plans 42:09 — Rapid Fire 45:06 — Guest Edit 49:26 — Book Tour
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  Hard Lessons and the Pros and Cons of Design 11.08.2026 51min

  Caroline and Paloma tackle underarm “chicken nuggets,” summer-camp chaos, and a once-pristine abaca rug under canine attack. They trade television recommendations, debate Nantucket’s “No Influencers” dustup, and consider the many ways money can whisper—or flex. They close with candid advice for aspiring designers: keep overhead low, hire carefully, and recognize when someone is in over their head.The Install Podcast is now on Substack. Subscribe today!YouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiereChapters00:16 — Chicken Nuggets 06:48 — Weekly Recap 10:57 — Kitchen Comeback 13:44 — Rug Rescue 22:31 — Screen Time 30:14 — Cheer Pressure 34:22 — Influencer Wars 41:35 — Design Careers 44:44 — Smart Growth 47:32 — Costly Lessons 51:31 — Sign-Off
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  If I Can See the Harp, It's Too Small 04.08.2026 58min

  Caroline and Paloma battle triple-digit heat, post-surgery recovery, and a case of TikTok-certified “tech neck” before celebrating the multigenerational client relationships that make interior design feel like a family affair. Then they reveal the things truly worth the splurge—from French butter and signature fragrance to the perfect white T-shirt, an indestructible suitcase, and the workout subscription the internet loves to hate. They close with two artful new collaborations and a master class in scale, proving that when in doubt, go bigger, hide the lamp harp, and never underestimate the diagnostic powers of a cardboard box.Help us row the Podcast! We would be so grateful if you take a minute to subscribe, like, rate, review and download!Subscribe to The Install Edit on Substack!YouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiereChapters00:13 — Heat Wave02:44 — Highs & Lows04:45 — Tech Neck10:49 — Family Ties15:45 — Install Updates20:39 — Paloma’s Picks27:19 — Caroline’s Picks42:25 — Chic Collabs44:08 — Artful Fashion48:56 — Scale School57:36 — Sign-Off
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  Bunny Bars, Baby Broccoli, and Balenciaga with Bryan Huffman 28.07.2026 1t 3min

  Fan favorite Bryan Huffman returns—gloriously uncensored—to review the seven deadly sins of polite conversation before whisking us back inside Bunny Mellon’s world at Oak Spring. He spills on no-tape gift wrapping, microscopic vegetables, Lay’s potato chips, ice in wine, Porthault linens, and Givenchy “armor,” while revealing the humor, discipline, generosity, and tenderness behind an American icon. Consider this your invitation to luncheon—just don’t discuss your sleep score, diet, or route there.Follow The Install PodcastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTikTok: @theinstallpocastFollow PalomaPaloma: www.palomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTikTok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasFollow CarolineCaroline: www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTikTok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShopMy: @carolinegidiereChapters00:15 — Bryan Is Back01:18 — Social Studies10:10 — Southern Manners12:35 — Picky Eaters16:54 — Inside Oak Spring21:14 — Art Without Fuss23:04 — Wrapping, Bunny-Style26:36 — The Bunny Bar30:52 — Luncheon Is Served37:30 — The Famous Cabbage39:13 — Bunny and the Swans41:54 — Giving It Back45:57 — Porthault and Old Money50:11 — Givenchy as Armor55:37 — Champagne for Eliza1:02:23 — Bryan Signs Off
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  How Long Does It Take? + A Little Spice 21.07.2026 52min

  Paloma and Caroline take a conversational tour starting with Caroline’s one-and-done push-up and the psychological tyranny of a kitchen-island pile to the comforts of office routine, their new Substack, The Install Edit, and a heartfelt remembrance of Urban Electric founder Dave Dawson. Along the way, they celebrate couture craftsmanship, referee World Cup loyalties, review royal and Wimbledon fashion, debate marriage, motherhood, and women’s financial independence, compare an overly affectionate ChatGPT with a judgmental Claude, and issue a unanimous restraining order against men’s flip-flops. They close with a spirited defense of interior design timelines and fees—part business reality check, part closing argument.Substack: The Install EditInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastPaloma: www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiere00:13 — One Push-Up and Weekly Highs02:39 — Routines, Travel, and Resetting05:10 — Cluttered Home, Cluttered Mind08:39 — The Install Edit Returns to Writing12:52 — Remembering Dave Dawson15:53 — Couture as Creative Energy20:17 — The Beautiful Game25:09 — Royals, Reunions, and Wimbledon Fashion30:18 — Marriage, Motherhood, and Independence34:52 — ChatGPT Bestie, Claude Scold37:46 — Hot Takes and Men’s Feet39:41 — How Long Design Takes42:05 — You Can’t Rush Creativity45:04 — The Real Value of Design50:06 — Twenty-Five Hours Is Nothing51:18 — Spicy Caroline Signs Off
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  Serve, Swerve and Design with Verve 14.07.2026 58min

  Paloma and Caroline open with a moment of horticultural hubris: Caroline’s geraniums are giving English-country-house abundance, while Paloma’s are still auditioning for the role of “weed.” From there, they celebrate an anniversary and revisit a very-of-its-moment 2005 wedding dress, mourn Chanel’s decision to discontinue beloved beauty staples, confess to needing a vacation from their addiction to planning vacations, and convene a ruthless Serve or Swerve tribunal. Balloon pants are convicted on sight, oversized button-downs receive strict styling probation, tomato red and signature red nails are vigorously defended, and the dreaded “dumb-length” midi skirt is issued a restraining order. There is a plea for men to embrace gray hair and a fantasy trip to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. They close with smart advice for design lovers who want to collaborate with a professional without turning the project into a decorative custody battle and advice on how best to use The Expert and it's time allotment.Want detes and the links? Check out our Substack. Or check out our ShopMy.YouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastPaloma: www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignShopMy: @palomacontrerasCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiereChapter list00:35 — The Geranium Games: Green thumbs, green envy, and a lesson from Peppa Pig06:37 — Highs and Lows: Anniversary flowers and a 2005 wedding dress08:28 — Chanel Has Some Explaining to Do: Discontinued favorites and makeup-TikTok alternatives14:45 — The Anxiety of an Empty Calendar: Fourth of July plans, baseball nostalgia, and travel withdrawal19:31 — Life in Permanent Overdrive: Cortisol, dopamine, spreadsheets, and the spa-retreat solution22:21 — Serve or Swerve Begins: Balloon pants and silky pajama dressing26:32 — The Proportions Department: Oversized button-downs, neutral nails, and red-nail loyalty32:24 — Summer Accessories on Trial: Basket bags, tomato red, and the unworn red shoe37:11 — Beware the “Dumb Length”: Midi skirts, office flip-flops, and polka-dot theory43:44 — Men, Embrace the Gray: Mick Jagger, Stevie Nicks, and aging stylishly49:42 — Listener Question: Loving art and antiques without becoming your own decorator55:27 — Making the Most of The Expert: How to prepare for a productive design consultation58:18 — Wrap-up
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  The Rosé Recovery Plan 07.07.2026 51min

  This week, Caroline and Paloma confess to vacation weight gain, debate whether rosé is sabotaging their summer, and compare notes on concerts, puppies, and peach ice cream. They also dive into the decline of American shelter magazines (with a passionate plea to bring back House & Garden), discuss whether they'd trust a driverless Waymo, share their favorite places to source antiques, and celebrate America's 250th birthday with a nostalgic look back at the Bicentennial and the Colonial Revival craze. Plus: gardening tips, Wimbledon predictions, and a TV recommendation you'll definitely want to binge.Instagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastPaloma: www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiereChapters00:00 Highs & Lows09:52 Summer Diet Confessions15:50 Geranium Update20:15 Magazine Hot Takes25:30 Waymo: Yes or No?28:50 What We're Watching32:35 America's 250th Birthday37:00 Americana Style43:05 Listener Questions49:30 Wimbledon & Royal Watch
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  Hot Takes, Lost Lotions & The Great Scallop Reckoning 30.06.2026 55min

  Paloma and Caroline catch up on a chaotic week of puppy parenting, jet lag, birthday prep, travel recovery, and one truly tragic Charles de Gaulle skincare confiscation before diving into the latest design news, including Mark Sikes’s J.McLaughlin collaboration and The Hedges’ David Netto refresh. They also compare wellness routines—from lymphatic drainage to Caroline’s heroic everything-but-the-kitchen-sink smoothie—before getting into listener-submitted design hot takes on gallery walls, trend fatigue, faux chateau cosplay, scallops, baby blue, zellige tile, trim on sheetrock, recessed lighting, off-season travel, linen sheets, and chunky platform heels.Chapters -- Time Stamps00:15 — Travel Recovery01:09 — Puppy Drama03:48 — Dog Wisdom06:31 — High/Low07:05 — Lou’s Return08:20 — Lotion Loss17:13 — Mark’s Collab18:14 — The Hedges21:26 — Wellness Overload23:09 — Smoothie Era27:41 — Creatine Gummies29:13 — Hot Takes29:48 — Gallery Walls31:40 — Trend Fatigue31:55 — Chateau Cosplay35:16 — Scallop Backlash35:31 — Baby Blue36:13 — Wallpaper Fatigue39:25 — Zellige Overload41:27 — Sheetrock Trim43:28 — Recessed Lighting46:13 — Off-Season Travel48:21 — Linen Sheets52:18 — Platform Heels54:35 — Outro Hot TakesSmoothie Recipe:Powders:IM8 Essentials Pro + Longevity Stack in Flavor Lemon/OrangeKion CreatineGramms Clear Whey Protein LemonadeVeggies:Handful of frozen chopped kale1/4 c shredded carrots3 cubes frozen ginger from Trader JoesFrozen fruits:Handful each of blue berries, pitted cherries, raspberries and 1/2 frozen peach in seasonLiquids (totaling 1 cup):Juice of 1/2 lemonAloe Juice from Trader JoesCoconut WaterSprinkle of Sea SaltInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastPaloma: www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiere
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  Bad Hotels, Good Hair & Better Boundaries 23.06.2026 49min

  Paloma and Caroline check in from Cabo and Paris for a vacation-edition catch-up that delivers equal parts glamour, chaos, and practical wisdom. They talk about changing travel plans, the joys of slower vacations, and what it’s like to travel with kids at different ages—from early wake-ups to future shopping buddies and museum eye-rolls.Along the way, they cover Malmaison, Josephine, and Paris museum adventures, Paloma’s very relatable decision to ditch a hotel that wasn’t passing the vibe check, and Caroline’s vacation highs and lows, including a spider bite, a bruised shin, and a deep devotion to French snack food. There’s also a standout product recommendation for taming frizz, followed by a smart and candid design discussion on why decorators should not be hiring the contractor—plus the client red flags that tell you a project may not be the right fit.Chapter Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Paris vs. Cabo01:14 – Why Paloma changed her original Paris plans02:48 – Caroline on her first kid-free trip in 20+ years06:25 – Shopping, Charvet shirts, and museum parenting07:53 – Malmaison, Lafayette, and Josephine as ultimate style icon11:08 – Pool days, beach reads, and vacation mode in Cabo13:23 – Paloma’s hotel horror story and the great Cabo switch16:52 – High/Low: trusting your instincts on vacation18:31 – Caroline’s lows: spider bite and shin injury from hell20:17 – Caroline’s high: beloved French chips and snack obsession22:01 – Margot cameo!23:34 – Glass-door mishaps and kid vacation stories25:17 – Paris celebrates PSG into the wee hours25:52 – Product Rec: Chris McMillan Styling Balm30:39 – Design Question: Should a designer hire the contractor?37:25 – When a client request becomes a red flag41:51 – Contract redlines, process pushback, and knowing when to walk away47:42 – Wrap-up: Notre Dame bells, cold weather, cocktails, and a meteor showerInstagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastPaloma:www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiere
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  How Travel Shapes the Way We Design and How We Live 16.06.2026 53min

  This week, with Caroline recording from Rome, The Install Podcast takes up the subject of travel and how it inspires not just our design but encourages our creativity. This week, we explore:favorite social media accounts,have you had your colors done?are you a hotel snob?Is there a house, city, home, restuarant that stopped you in your tracks?favorite hotels abroad;favorite hotels in the US;the chicest hotel;what makes for a memorable hotel stay;are you an adventurer or a creature of habit when you travel?how design influences the way we see things or approach design;what designers see that most travelers miss;quick fire travel & design favorites:most inspiring citysave or splurge on a hotelhotel chain vs boutique hotelbest gardenfavorite design shop abroadfavorite indulgence while travelingbest hotel bathroomfavorite antique shoppingfavorite local craftfavorite travel souvenirone thing you always photographUpcoming Design Events:d. Porthatul sale begins June 8Christopher Spitzmiller Seconds Sale Starts June 12Newport Design Week and Nantucket By Design events coming up next month, ticket are on sale now!Instagram: @theinstallpodcastTik Tok: @theinstallpocastYouTube: @theinstalldesignpodcastPaloma:www.paolomacontreras.comInstagram: @palomacontrerasdesignTik Tok: @palomacontrerasdesignCaroline:www.carolinegidiere.comInstagram: @carolinegidieredesignTik Tok: @carolinegidieredesignbtsShop My: @carolinegidiere
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  Bunny Mellon Behind the Scenes with Bryan Huffman 09.06.2026 1t 3min

  This week, Paloma and Caroline welcome one of their best friends, Bryan Huffman, an esteemed and celebrated decorator from North Carolina. For the last decade of her life, Bryan chatted every night with style icon Mrs. Paul Mellon, or "Bunny" as her friends called her, became one her closest confidants. In this episode, Bryan shares endearing details of her iconic style and stories of how they became friends, how she and Jacqueline Kennedy developed a close relationship, how Bunny came to purchase her Rothko collection, her generosity, her humor and wit, and many, many more. But before the trio delve into discussions of Mrs. Mellon, they play a new game, "Would you Rather?" - a game of personal preferences and social etiquette.TakeawaysDressing AppropriatelyPersonal PreferencesSocial Etiquette Etiquette for party arrivalThank you notes and giftsTravel and lifestyle preferencesReal estate and property preferencesFriendship with Bunny Mellon Bunny Mellon's unique approach to interior designInfluence of Swedish interiors on Bunny Mellon's aestheticChapters00:00 Dressing Appropriately16:15 Personal Preferences22:22 Etiquette for Party Arrival28:11 Real Estate and Property Preferences33:40 Friendship with Bunny Mellon46:49 Bunny Mellon's Aesthetic01:00:24 Bunny Mellon's Creative Process01:09:20 Bunny Mellon's Humor and Wit
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  Talking Shop with Heidi Callier 02.06.2026 58min

  This week Paloma and Caroline sit down with celebrated designer Heidi Callier. Heidi talks candidly about what it takes to run a top interior design firm, the importance of making time to be cretaive, balancing work life and family, finding the right team, how to manage a remote team, how she packages and presents her work, and even the timeline from start to finish. The ladies start with the weekly "High/Low" and move on to a game of "Love It or Hate It." The episode ends with a rapid fire list of questions for Heidi.TakeawaysRemote design studiosChallenges of managing multiple projectsImpact of overhead on design businessHighs and lows of the design industry Mixing patterns and textilesChallenges with delayed projects and pricingRemote client presentations and decision-making Influence of Design TrendsBalancing Work and Personal LifeChapters00:00 Introduction and Studio Setup08:36 Highs and Lows of the Design Industry24:51 Mixing Patterns and Textiles45:16 Challenges with Delayed Projects and Pricing50:44 Influence of Design Trends
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  Technology & Design + Tour Recap, Beauty, Fashion & More 26.05.2026 1t

  Caroline and Paloma take up the topic of Technology & Design - what is relevant and how they are using it. The two open with a discussion and recap of their recent Chinoiserie tour, exploring magnificent houses and gardens. They reflect on the beauty and inspiration of the gardens, as well as the unique experiences at each location. The conversation continues with a discussion of Dior in LA and the emergence of fashion trends for this decade, the influence of older women in culture, what's going on in music, and summer vacation plans. The conversation turns to Technology & Design including the relevance and current use of Instagram, Tik Tok and Pinterest, and whether or not designers need a website these days. Caroline and Paloma also discuss impact of AI in design. The listener question asks tips for mixing patterns and colors.TakeawaysGardens as Timeless BeautyBusiness Model of Historic Houses The influence of older women in culture is increasing, with a focus on celebrating women over 50.AI can be a valuable tool in design, but it cannot replace the experience and discernment of a designer.Mixing patterns and colors in design requires an intuitive approach and can be guided by studying the work of designers with resonating styles.Chapters00:00 The Chinoiserie Tour27:35 The Magnificent Gardens34:03 The Cost of Stately Homes42:02 The Influence of Older Women in Culture48:19 Music and Concert Plans57:22 The Role of AI in Design
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  Chinoiserie Tour: On Location at Belvoir Castle 12.05.2026 37min

  Caroline and Paloma are on location from Belvoir Castle during their recent tour of treasure houses and stately homes in the United Kingdom that hold original Chinoiserie wall hangiings. The two discuss their experience at Belvoir Castle, exploring the historical significance of chinoiserie design and original wallpapers. They also delve into the Met Gala and their favorite looks of the night. On the design front, the ladies tackle some "hot takes," and questions posed by listeners, including the art of styling bookshelves with books, the balance of mixing metals in a space, the choice of timeless wood finishes, the beauty and warmth of tapestries, and the one skill they each wish they had.TakeawaysChinoiserie design and historyMet Gala fashion Bookshelf stylingMixing metalsWood finish for floors Tapestries What new skill would you love to have?Chapters00:00 Exploring Beaver Castle and Chinoiserie Design35:15 Desired Skills and Talents
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  Building A Brand with Mark D. Sikes 05.05.2026 1t 6min

  Close friend Mark D. Sikes joins Paloma and Caroline for a lighthearted game of "Serve or Swerve," where they discuss the latest in fashion trends, providing insights into their personal fashion preferences and experiences. The conversation covers a range of topics including airport fashion, the Met Gala, Coachella, and the Kardashians. It delves into the intersection of fashion, celebrity culture, and societal influence. The three also discuss Mark D. Sikes' new fabric collection and his advice for young designers on building a brand, including the importance of hard work, the pursuit of beauty, and the value of friendship.TakeawaysFashion trends are subjective and can be influenced by personal style and body type.Comfort and practicality are important factors to consider when choosing airport attire. Airport fashion is a topic of debate, with discussions on sweatsuits, Capri pants, and silk pajamas as acceptable attire.The Met Gala and Coachella are events that spark excitement and interest, with discussions on fashion, music, and celebrity appearances. Success of the Kardashian familyThe importance of hard work and perseveranceChapters00:00 Fashion Trends: Sunglasses and Windbreakers21:04 The Met Gala and Fashion as Art34:32 The Kardashian Influence01:04:24 The Pursuit of Beauty and Friendship
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  Inside the Photoshoot: Next Level Styling with Editor and Stylist Ben Reynaert 19.05.2026 59min

  Stylist, Editor and Author Benjamin Rayner joins Paloma and Caroline to delve into what can make a photoshoot magical. The conversation starts with the importance of authenticity in styling and the planning and preparation required. Benjamin shares insights on the philosophy of layering, the balance between clutter and personalization, and the fluidity and evolution of spaces. He emphasizes the importance of adaptability, collaboration, as well as understanding the mood and feeling of the space, and adapting to different environments. He discusses the importance of understanding the designer's aesthetic, creating a style guide, and sharing reference images to guide the styling process. The conversation covers the collaboration between styling and photography, emphasizing the importance of preparation and flexibility. The trio also touch on the expense of photoshoots and different approaches depending on whether you are just getting started or whether you are and established designer.Paloma open the episode with a discussion of their upcoming Chinoiserie tour and the selection of outfits for the trip.TakeawaysStyling for Photo ShootsCreating a Layered Home Styling and Photography CollaborationPreparation and FlexibilityChinoiserie Tour and Outfit SelectionChapters00:00 Introduction to Benjamin Rayner05:41 Craving Personal Elements in Homes11:08 Allowing Spaces to Evolve16:18 Designing for Real Life22:27 Timing and Planning for Photo Shoots28:00 Being a Chameleon in Styling33:26 Styling and Photography Collaboration56:22 Chinoiserie Tour and Outfit Selection