We have more access to inspiration than ever before.

Thousands of beautiful homes. Endless Pinterest boards. Instagram feeds packed with perfectly styled rooms.

So why does decorating seem harder than ever?

In this episode, Naomi and Sam explore the growing phenomenon of social media fatigue and what it's doing to our confidence, creativity and ability to trust our own taste.

They discuss why so many homes are starting to look the same, whether we're confusing inspiration with overwhelm, and how constant exposure to trends may actually be making it harder to create spaces that feel personal and authentic.

The conversation also explores where great design inspiration can really come from - from books, art and travel to history, nature and everyday life - and why developing your own style often means looking beyond interiors altogether.

If you've ever found yourself saving hundreds of images, second-guessing every decision, or wondering whether you genuinely like something or have simply seen it online too many times, this episode is for you.

Grab a coffee and join us.

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This week on The Interior Lovers, we’re talking about something that can make or break a renovation project: working with trades.

Because while most of us will spend hours researching paint colours, taps and tiles, very few of us are taught how to actually navigate the people bringing those ideas to life. And when you're investing serious money into your home, knowing how to communicate, question and prepare can save you stress, delays and costly mistakes.

Naomi and Sam share lessons from their own experiences on-site - from getting quotes (and why cheapest isn't always best), to avoiding being blinded by trade jargon, creating better communication systems, and understanding when to trust expertise versus when to push back and ask more questions.

We also chat about the details that often get missed - those default choices that can quietly pull a scheme down (white plastic downlights, we're looking at you 👀).

In this episode we cover:

• Why getting multiple quotes matters (and what to compare beyond price)
• Questions to ask if trade terminology leaves you baffled
• The importance of documenting decisions and creating clear communication channels
• How preparation can prevent delays and headaches later
• Why flexibility matters - and how to tell the difference between a genuine problem and an unnecessary extra

Whether you're planning a bathroom renovation, full house project, or even just gathering ideas for the future, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you feel more confident navigating the process.

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In this episode of The Interior Lovers, Sam and Naomi step into the world of ultra-luxury interiors - where £100K sofas, crystal chandeliers and gold-plated everything raise a bigger question: when does luxury stop feeling good?

This isn’t about dismissing beautiful, well-made design. It’s about looking more closely at what we’re actually responding to - and whether high price always equals high value.

From craftsmanship and materials to branding, status and psychology, Sam and Naomi unpack what sits behind the world of high-end design - and why some spaces feel quietly luxurious, while others tip into something more performative.

They explore the difference between investment and excess, the influence of big-name brands, and how our own values shape what we see as “worth it”.

If you’ve ever looked at an expensive interior and felt slightly unsure why it doesn’t quite land, this episode will help you understand what you’re really noticing.

🎧 Listen now - and catch up on over 50 episodes of design chat, colour thinking, and real-life interiors talk.

✨ Love what you hear? Come and find us on Instagram for more:
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And find Naomi @curated.interiors.copenhagen.

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