Grab The Trace
62 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingWelcome to Grab the Trace, a home design podcast with industry professionals helping you make the best decisions for your home.
Join Architect Lachlan and Interior Designer Mikaela and get the most out of your next project.
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Episodes
057 - Lawn What?
July 09, 2023 21:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBBack again with another soft launch for the podcast, Lachlan and Mikaela return in episode 057 to give an update on their own renovation works, life in general and what has been going on. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
056 - Defects Part 3
April 16, 2023 22:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBFor episode 056 Lachlan and Mikaela return to continue their discussions on defects! In the third part of the series they run though an overview of some exterior defects and what a typical defects list may look like. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
055 - Defects Part 2
April 02, 2023 21:00 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBFor episode 055 Lachlan and Mikaela return to continue their discussions on defects! In this second part of the series they run though an overview of some interior defects and what to look for. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
054 - Defects Part 1
March 26, 2023 22:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBFor episode 054 Lachlan and Mikaela return and dive straight into discussing all things defects! In this first part of the series they run though an overview of what a defect is, what to know about defects and even some tips for what to look for. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
053 - Proof Of Life
October 30, 2022 21:30 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBFor episode 053 Lachlan and Mikaela return from an absence to the podcast to give you all an update of what they've been doing! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
052 - Is This A Prawn Or A Lollypop?
September 25, 2022 22:00 - 28 minutes - 26.2 MBFor episode 052 Lachlan and Mikaela try to actually keep themselves accountable for the running time of an inspiration project review. The project for the week is Tiger Prawn by Wowowa Architecture. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
051 - Season 3 Premiere
September 18, 2022 21:30 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBAfter a short break the gang is back together for a new season of Grab The Trace. In episode 051 Lachlan and Mikaela discuss the revamped format, which kitchen appliance they are and even bring back a classic favourite segment in home hacks. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
050 - Questions From The Audience
August 28, 2022 21:30 - 1 hour - 57.7 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 050 Lachlan and Mikaela answer questions from you the listeners! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
049 - Cella Janes Kitchen
August 21, 2022 21:30 - 39 minutes - 36.5 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 049 Lachlan and Mikaela chat about their Inspiration-gram project for this week, Cella Janes Kitchen by McCroskey Interiors. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
048 - Rockley Residence
August 14, 2022 21:30 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 048 Lachlan and Mikaela chat about their Inspiration-gram project for this week, the Rockley Residence by Workroom. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
047 - Getting To Know Us Part 3
August 07, 2022 21:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBComing up to our 1 year podcast anniversary we thought we'd take a pause from everything we are working on at the moment to re-introduce ourselves. Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • What are your top 3 must have inclusions for a new home? • What area of design do you want to improve on? • Whose work are you most inspired by right now? • What are 3 failsafe rules people should follow when designing? Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is post...
046 - Getting To Know Us Part 2
July 31, 2022 21:30 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBComing up to our 1 year podcast anniversary we thought we'd take a pause from everything we are working on at the moment to re-introduce ourselves. Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their biggest lessons they've learned from renovating / building? • What are the top 3 successes from their renovations / builds? • What are the top 3 regrets from their renovations / builds?? • What is their top recommendation for someone starting a renovation / build? Reach out to us via our Instagra...
045 - Getting To Know Us Part 1
July 24, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBComing up to our 1 year podcast anniversary we thought we'd take a pause from everything we are working on at the moment to re-introduce ourselves. Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • What is their personal design styles? • If you weren't a designer what would you be? • What personality traits do you think make you a better designer? • Whats the best designed accomodation you've stayed in? Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and rec...
044 - Upper West Townhouse
July 17, 2022 21:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 044 we're bringing an international project to inspire you! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • The Inspiration-gram Project For The Week - Upper West Townhouse - Chango & Co Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
043 - Rathmines Houses
July 10, 2022 21:00 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 043 we're bringing you another inspiration filled week! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • The Inspiration-gram Project For The Week - Rathmines Houses - Ben Callery Architects Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
042 - Plan Rework Workshop 2 - Part 2
July 03, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBWelcome back, welcome back for yet another great episode of Grab The Trace! Join us for episode 042 as we continue our efforts from last week and finish off our two storey plan re-work! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • How to create an amazing master suite • How to better use the space usually allocated to a study nook / IT hub • How many bedrooms are too many bedrooms and so much more Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recappe...
041 - Plan Rework Workshop 2 - Part 1
June 26, 2022 21:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBWelcome back again for yet another episode of Grab The Trace! Join the fun as we take you through another floor plan re-work, this time with the accompanying video! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • How to sculpt the perfect entertaining spaces within a home • How important a statement staircase is • Powder room must's Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
Grab The Trace Episode 041 - Plan Rework Workshop 2 - Part 1
June 26, 2022 21:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBWelcome back again for yet another episode of Grab The Trace! Join the fun as we take you through another floor plan re-work, this time with the accompanying video! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • How to sculpt the perfect entertaining spaces within a home • How important a statement staircase is • Powder room must's Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace --- Send in a voice me...
040 - A Love Letter To Horizon Flinders
June 19, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 040 and the first ever video episode we bring you another love letter of an inspirationgram! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • The Inspiration-gram Project For The Week - Horizon Flinders - Mim Design Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
039 - Plan Rework Workshop 1
June 13, 2022 09:05 - 40 minutes - 93.7 MBWell if it isn't another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 039 we're going to show and tell some of the though process behind amending a floor plan! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • How to sculpt the perfect master suite • How to get the most out of your family bathroom layouts • What kind of door is best for a laundry that has external access • Acoustic separation between living areas / spaces within a home Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show re...
038 - Athenas Kitchen & Coogee II
June 05, 2022 21:30 - 45 minutes - 105 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 038 we bring you another episode full of project inspiration while we work though our apartment renovation project! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - Athenas Kitchen - Athena Calderone & Coogee II - Madeleine Blanchfield Architects Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
037 - Apartment Design - Part 3
May 29, 2022 21:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBWe're back in the seat with the next episode in our apartment design series for Grab The Trace! This week we continue our apartment renovation project with the first ever Grab The Trace design review. Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • The revised floor plan and white model rendering • A room by room design review / critique & so much more! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
036 - Type Street Apartment & Another Armadale House
May 22, 2022 21:00 - 34 minutes - 79.2 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 036 we bring you another episode full of project inspiration while we work though our apartment renovation project! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - Type Street Apartment - Tsai Design Studio & The Armadale House - Selzer Design Sudio Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
035 - Apartment Design - Part 2
May 15, 2022 22:00 - 59 minutes - 136 MBWe're back in the seat with the next episode in our apartment design series for Grab The Trace! This week we continue our apartment renovation project discussing the initial floor plan and a jaw dropping mood board. Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • The initial floor plan experiments and outcomes • The mood board to capture the essence of our gemstone brief & so much more! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.inst...
034 - Crescent Apartment & Thirty Anderson
May 08, 2022 21:00 - 43 minutes - 100 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 034 we bring you another episode full of project inspiration while we work though our apartment renovation project! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - Crescent Apartment - Brad Swartz Architects & Thirty Anderson - Rob Mills Architecture Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
033 - Apartment Design - Part 1
May 01, 2022 21:00 - 38 minutes - 88.7 MBWelcome back to the first episode in a new series for Grab The Trace! This week we begin our hypothetical apartment renovation project that we have been talking about since the start of the year! This week we discuss the brief, budget and existing floor plan and condition of the apartment. Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • Project brief • Project budget • Existing floor plan • Existing condition of the apartment & so much more! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everyth...
032 - Everything Hamptons - Part 2
April 24, 2022 21:00 - 51 minutes - 117 MBWelcome back to the second episode of Season 2 of Grab The Trace! In this episode we continue to tackle everything you would need to know for a Hamptons home design. This week we discuss the external and architectural elements within Hamptons design. Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • Hamptons external design features & rules • Layouts and must have features • Stair and balustrade designs • Hamptons themed Inspiration-gram projects & so much more! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthe...
031 - Everything Hamptons - Part 1
April 17, 2022 21:00 - 54 minutes - 124 MBWelcome back for the first episode of Season 2 of Grab The Trace! In this episode we begin to tackle everything you would need to know for a Hamptons home design. This week's episode revolves around the internal aspects of Hamptons design with next weeks focusing on the architectural / exterior elements. Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • What defines Hamptons design? • Interior finishes selections & suggestions Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is...
030 - Season 1 Review
April 10, 2022 22:00 - 30 minutes - 69.6 MBWelcome back for the final episode of Season 1 of Grab The Trace! In this special episode we look back on all that we've discussed so far and even look forward to Season 2 and beyond! Lachlan and Mikaela go over: • Their Favourite Podcast Episodes • Their Favourite Projects We've Reviewed • Their Favourite Home Hacks • Show Bloopers And As Mentioned What They're Looking Forward To Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. htt...
029 - Finishes Schedules - Part 3
April 03, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 177 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 029 we finish our breakdown of a finishes schedule! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Cabinetry Schedules • Finishes Schedules • Lighting & Electrical Schedules And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
028 - Finishes Schedules - Part 2
March 27, 2022 21:00 - 48 minutes - 112 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 028 we continue our breakdown of a finishes schedule! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Fittings And Fixtures Schedules • Hardware Schedules And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
027 - Finishes Schedules - Part 1
March 20, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 027 we begin our breakdown of a finishes schedule! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • What Is A Finishes Schedule • How They Are Used • Paint Schedules • Appliance Schedules • Plumbing Schedules And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
026 - The Armadale & Sorrento Houses
March 13, 2022 22:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 026 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - External Drainage & Cabinetry Finish To Underside Of Cupboards • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - The Armadale House - Cassandra Walker & The Sorrento House - Fiona Lynch Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https...
025 - Final Room Overviews
March 06, 2022 22:00 - 45 minutes - 105 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 025 we're focusing on our the final room overviews! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Garages • Mud Rooms • Cellars • Walk In Storage / Linen • Gyms • Sheds • Multi-purpose Rooms • Libraries And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
024 - The Waterfront Retreat & Marathon House
February 27, 2022 22:00 - 55 minutes - 127 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 024 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - Shower Falls & Tile Insert Drains / Grates • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - The Waterfront Retreat - Koichi Takada Architects & Marathon House - Neil Architecture Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www...
023 - A Love Letter To The Forever Home
February 20, 2022 22:00 - 54 minutes - 126 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 023 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - Robe Hooks Don't Dry Towels & Achieving Custom Arched Openings On A Budget • The Inspiration-gram Project For The Week - Forever Home - Biasol Design [AKA Rebecca Judds House] Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.in...
022 - Outdoor Living Areas
February 18, 2022 04:25 - 49 minutes - 113 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 022 we're focusing on our outdoor living areas! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Types • Furnishings • Lighting • Power And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
021 - Inside Outside House & Highgate Park House
February 13, 2022 20:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 021 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - Brick Window Headers & Shower Glazing Heights • Their Inspiration-gram Projects For The Week - Inside Outside House - Studio AEM & Highgate Park House - Vokes & Peters Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram....
020 - Dining Rooms
February 10, 2022 20:00 - 35 minutes - 80.7 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 020 we're focusing on our dining rooms! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Size And Design Rules • Furnishings • Lighting • Power And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
019 - Mystery Bay House & The Woorak House
February 06, 2022 19:00 - 42 minutes - 97.2 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 019 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - Multiple Hot Water Units + Providing Gas/Water/Power To Balconies & White Ceiling Fans • Their Inspirationgram Projects For The Week - Mystery Bay House - Jack Hawkins Architect & Woorak House - CM Studio Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted ...
018 - Living Rooms
February 03, 2022 19:00 - 52 minutes - 120 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 018 we're focusing on our living rooms, media rooms and home theatres! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Size And Design Rules • Furnishings • Lighting • Power And Everything In-between Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
017 - The Beach Home & Arch City
January 30, 2022 19:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace! For episode 017 we bring you another episode full of home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Their Home Hacks For The Week - Benchtop Washplanes & Attic Ladders • Their Inspirationgram Projects For The Week - The Great Ocean Road Home - Rob Mills Architecture & The North Perth House - Nic Brunsdon Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.inst...
016 - Kitchen Lighting & Power + Tangents Galore
January 27, 2022 19:00 - 42 minutes - 97.4 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace in our brand new 2022 format! For episode 016 we bring you the second episode of the week where we focus on some practical knowledge in relation to our kitchen lighting and power! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Kitchen Island Pendants • Feature Wall Lighting • Task Lighting • LED Lighting • General Lighting • Power Requirements For Appliances • Power Locations & Tips Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everythin...
015 - New Year, New Us?
January 23, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 76.7 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace in our brand new 2022 format! For episode 015 we bring you the first episode of the week where we focus on home hacks and inspiration! Lachlan and Mikaela chat about: • Goals For The Year • Show News • Their Home Hacks For The Week • Their Inspirationgram Projects For The Week Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.com/grabthetrace
014 - A First Reno Recap
December 05, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 147 MBWelcome back to episode 014 of Grab The Trace. It's just Lachlan in the studio so we thought why get a full rundown of his first renovation. Lachlan runs us through: • The Why, The What & The Where • The Project Brief, Initial Budget & Timeline • The Speed-bumps He Experienced • Detailed Cost & Timeline Analysis • Lessons Learned as well as everything in between. Our recurring segments of Inspiration-Gram and Home Hacks selections for the week also feature. Reach out to us via our In...
013 - Kitchen Finishes
November 28, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 155 MBWelcome back for another episode of Grab The Trace, for episode 013 it's all about the selections you need to make when designing a Kitchen! Lachlan and Mikaela give their professional insight, thoughts and tips taking you through: • Flooring Finishes • Wall Finishes • Bench Top & Splash Back Finishes • Cabinetry Finishes • Tapware, Hardware and Handle Finishes as well as everything in between. Our recurring segments of Inspiration-Gram and Home Hacks selections for the week also feat...
012 - Kitchen Appliances - Part 2
November 21, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 143 MBIt’s time again for another episode of Grab The Trace, and in episode 012 turn up the heat with our second half of the Kitchen Appliance coverage. Lachlan and Mikaela give their professional insight, thoughts and tips taking you through: • Ovens • Range Hoods • Warming Drawers • Coffee Machines • Instant Boil / Chill Taps • Wine Fridges and so, so much more! Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www.instagram.co...
011 - Kitchen Appliances - Part 1
November 14, 2021 21:02 - 1 hour - 164 MBIt’s time again for another episode of Grab The Trace, and in episode 011 we bring the heat with our first half of the Kitchen Appliance coverage. Lachlan and Mikaela give their professional insight, thoughts and tips taking you through: • Refrigerators • Dishwashers • Cooktops Our recurring segments of Inspiration-Gram and Home Hacks selections for the week also feature. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. https://www....
010 - Kitchen Overview - Part 2
November 07, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 119 MBIt’s time again for another episode of Grab The Trace, and in episode 010 we continue our deep dive into Kitchens with part 2 of the overview. Lachlan and Mikaela give their professional insight, thoughts and tips taking you through: • Design rules you need to follow • Appliances and the decisions you'll need to make • Finishes • Power and lighting as well as everything in between. Reach out to us via our Instagram @grabthetrace where everything show related is posted and recapped. ht...
009 - Kitchen Overview - Part 1
October 31, 2021 07:53 - 39 minutes - 90.9 MBIt’s time again for another episode of Grab The Trace, and in episode 009 we begin our deep dive into Kitchens with part 1 of the overview. Lachlan and Mikaela give their professional insight, thoughts and tips taking you through: • What layouts and configurations exist? • The pro's and con's of each layout and configuration type and everything in between. Our recurring segments of Inspiration-Gram and Home Hacks selections for the week also feature. Reach out to us via our Instagram @g...