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Homes and Interiors Scotland Podcast

17 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

Love design, interior style, architecture, art and everything in between? The Homes & Interiors Scotland podcast is essential listening. Whether you’re just setting up your first home, a well-established renovator, or in the industry, we’ll curate insightful guests who can offer insight into the world of homes and interiors in Scotland, and across the globe.

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Episodes

David Johnson, Scottish Interiors Showcase

March 17, 2022 12:00 - 9 minutes - 6.66 MB

Homes & Interiors Scotland Editor Catherine Coyle sits down with event organiser David Johnson in our final episode of our Scottish Interiors Showcase series. David tells us how the show has grown from humble beginnings and the impact it has had on the industry in Scotland.

David Millard, Millers 1893

March 16, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MB

Our third Scottish Interiors Showcase episode sees Homes & Interiors Scotland Editor Catherine Coyle interview David Millard from Millers 1893; who talks about the beginnings of the family business, the flooring market and some things to keep in mind when picking new flooring for your home.

Tom Faulkner

March 15, 2022 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MB

In our second episode from the Scottish Interiors Showcase Homes & Interiors Scotland Editor Catherine Coyle sat down with furniture designer Tom Faulkner to talk about his furniture business, his roots, ordering bespoke furniture and the intricacies of working with metal.

Alasdair Campbell, Isle of Skye Paint Company

March 14, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

In the first of our episodes from the Scottish Interiors Showcase Homes & Interiors Scotland Editor Catherine Coyle sat down with Alasdair Campbell from Isle of Skye Paint Company to talk about paint, the company and island life.

Episode 10 - Creatives who found their niche

February 12, 2021 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

In episode 10 host Gil Welsh reminds us of some of the previous makers we've spoken to who found their niche in the crafting world. The makers in this episode include Neil McKinlay, Kate Colin, Annette Smith, Liana Mullen, Malcolm Appleby, Astrid Andreassen and Guy Grieve.

Episode 9 - Influential women in art & design

December 17, 2020 16:00 - 26 minutes - 18.1 MB

In this episode we take a look at four influential women that contributed to art and design; Pat Douthwaite, Peggy Angus, Lina Bo Bardi and Enid Marx. Join us for another dive into our design archives to learn more about their lives and work. To see the designers and some of their work please refer to our companion feature. 

Episode 8 - Influential designers that lived and thrived during WW2

November 11, 2020 10:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MB

In this episode we take a look at some of the influential designers that lived and thrived during World War 2; Abram Games, Bernat Klein, Tibor Reich and Ettore Sottsass. Join us for a dive into our design archives to learn more about their lives and work. 

Episode 7 – interior designer Amanda Rosa

February 29, 2020 12:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

What is luxury? We invited internationally acclaimed interior designer Amanda Rosa along to discuss this, and more. Her portfolio of award-winning hotel interior projects, including One Devonshire Gardens, Malmaison and Dakota, helped form her philosophy of ‘style that lasts, not fashion that fades’ This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 6 – Henrietta Simpson and Annika Tulloch, Designworks

January 31, 2020 16:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

Is it the end of the trend? We chatted to Henrietta Simpson and Annika Tulloch of Glasgow’s Designworks about a recent trip to annual interior design trade fair MAISON et OBJET in Paris, what’s coming up in 2020, and how sustainability will shape the future of home renovating and our buying habits This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 5 – Wendy Murray, Bute Fabrics

November 29, 2019 12:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Wendy Murray is the brand manager of Bute Fabrics and in our hotseat for episode five. Hear how the institution represents Scotland in the international scene, how it’s adapted to the modern world, and what the future holds for it – and textiles in 2020. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 4 – artists Georgina McMaster and Lesley Banks

October 31, 2019 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MB

Host Gil Welsh talks to Scottish painters Georgina McMaster and Lesley Banks about their work, their opinions on what makes good art and how best to incorporate it into your own home. She also asks what pieces the artists could never part with, and what they’d purchase if money was no object. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 3 – Alison Williamson, Birkwood

September 27, 2019 00:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Whether your design is bespoke or off-the-shelf, Alison Williamson of Pitlochry-based Birkwood discusses the essentials of planning a kitchen that lasts. We also touch on Birkwood’s innovate approach to cabinet making, why ply, and why her Perthshire home is the ideal. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 3 – Alison Williamson, Birkwood

September 27, 2019 00:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Whether your design is bespoke or off-the-shelf, Alison Williamson of Pitlochry-based Birkwood discusses the essentials of planning a kitchen that lasts. We also touch on Birkwood’s innovate approach to cabinet making, why ply, and why her Perthshire home is the ideal. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 3 - Alison Williamson, Birkwood

September 27, 2019 00:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MB

Whether your design is bespoke or off-the-shelf, Alison Williamson of Pitlochry-based Birkwood discusses the essentials of planning a kitchen that lasts. We also touch on Birkwood’s innovate approach to cabinet making, why ply, and why her Perthshire home is the ideal

Episode 2 – Lorn Macneal, architect at Lorn Macneal Architects

August 23, 2019 15:00 - 28 minutes - 19.9 MB

Edinburgh-based architect Lorn Macneal reveals what you can expect from the home-building journey, citing his own recent experience being on the other side of the process as a client, and the innovative ways you can save money, but not scrimp on style on your own project. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland

Episode 1 - Gillian Welsh

June 19, 2019 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

In our debut episode, we interview Homes & Interiors Scotland magazine’s editor and podcast host Gil Welsh about her home, life at the magazine and her passion for wood. Find out what British brand she’d love to see have a comeback and what item she’d commission if money was no object.

Episode 1 – Gillian Welsh

June 19, 2019 15:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

In our debut episode, we interview Homes & Interiors Scotland magazine’s editor and podcast host Gil Welsh about her home, life at the magazine and her passion for wood. Find out what British brand she’d love to see have a comeback and what item she’d commission if money was no object. This episode was supported by BoConcept Scotland