https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-forever-home--4341243
Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you’re planned and prepared for the journey, we’ll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beautiful.

We cover the big items, like finding the right land, building, home design, interior design and decorating, but also lots of the little details that get lost along the way that can have a big impact on the end result.

Guests will join Frances to share their insight and expertise on various topics, so you’re getting well rounded information from a wide source of specialists.

Host, Frances Cosway, is an author, interior designer and Forever Home expert who has helped hundreds of people create Forever Homes that are designed for their lifestyles and reflects who they are.]]>enHome & GardenCopyright Frances Coswayhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/69b4713676dce05b8dfef858ef45862d.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/your-forever-home--4341243Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:22:22 +0000Frances CoswayFrances Coswayfeeds@spreaker.comThe Forever Home Podcast is for those building a new home or renovating to create the Forever Home of their dreams. Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you’re planned and prepared for the journey, we’ll share how to ensure your home is...
Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you’re planned and prepared for the journey, we’ll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beautiful.

We cover the big items, like finding the right land, building, home design, interior design and decorating, but also lots of the little details that get lost along the way that can have a big impact on the end result.

Guests will join Frances to share their insight and expertise on various topics, so you’re getting well rounded information from a wide source of specialists.

Host, Frances Cosway, is an author, interior designer and Forever Home expert who has helped hundreds of people create Forever Homes that are designed for their lifestyles and reflects who they are.]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e168-little-home-design-mistakes-that-make-homes-frustrating-to-live-in--727769689dceea2a-8d12-4e38-a7f4-38a3623df0d3Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayA home can look beautiful but still be frustrating to live in. In this episode, Frances explores the small home design mistakes that often go unnoticed until after you move in—from door swings and appliance placement to landing spaces and everyday...1830false168fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e167-how-to-create-a-warm-and-welcoming-home--72328643037d82ae-0dd4-45b2-9798-accd97dc82b4Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayWhat makes a welcoming home feel warm, inviting and comfortable — rather than cold or clinical? In this episode, Frances explores how layering, texture, lighting, colour, natural materials and thoughtful styling choices can completely transform the...1974false167fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e166-designing-your-home-for-daily-living--7189461480bc9906-1202-413d-9fc0-aebe6aecff20Wed, 06 May 2026 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances explores how to design your home for the way you truly live day to day — not for occasional use. From spare rooms and theatre spaces to oversized hallways, she shares practical strategies to avoid wasted space and create a...1862false166fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e165-volume-builder-vs-custom-build-key-differences-explained-for-your-forever-home--7119426166f201b7-cd7a-4958-b6cd-3c391dde97f5Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances shares a firsthand experience inside a volume builder's colour selection and lighting appointments — revealing how these meetings unfold, including the pressure, choice limitations, and hidden upgrade costs that often catch...2894false165fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e164-designing-interiors-for-life-creating-accessible-flexible-interiors--6998455372d382ae-33d9-4f2e-aa4e-5a5ac9369774Wed, 11 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayCreating accessible interiors in your home isn't about ageing — it's about choice, comfort, and staying in your Forever Home™ for longer. In this episode, Frances explores practical, design-led ways to improve accessibility and flexibility, from floor...2007false164fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e163-how-to-reduce-decision-fatigue-during-your-home-renovation--69444703865c444b-b44d-45b6-8f13-6500027e0e49Wed, 14 Jan 2026 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayDecision fatigue is one of the biggest challenges homeowners face during a renovation or new build. In this episode, Frances breaks down why the constant stream of choices becomes so overwhelming, the impact it can have on your project, and the...2048false163fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e162-christmas-decorating-how-to-create-a-beautiful-cohesive-theme-for-your-home--689801185c2a065d-4eb4-42a5-9dda-2095dcb49d8cWed, 10 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this festive episode of the My Forever Home™ Podcast, Frances walks you through how to create a Christmas theme that flows beautifully from your tree, to your table, and throughout your home. She shares how she designed her own Australian botanical...1640false162fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e161-how-to-create-a-cohesive-home-design-flow-function-feeling--686449563f525109-27e6-4c54-a615-3f2d8429971fWed, 19 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances dives deep into what it really means to create cohesion and continuity in your home — and why it matters more than you might think. From consistent materials and colour tones to layout flow and emotional connection, Frances...2116false161fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e160-why-function-must-come-before-form--68243550516e0c17-ccf7-4f64-97b4-e05d40417152Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIf your home doesn’t work, it won’t matter how beautiful it looks. In this episode, Frances dives into why function must come first when designing your forever home. She shares what functionality really means, how to futureproof your spaces, and why...1660australian interior designer,functional design,futureproofing,home renovation,interior designer brisbane,interior designer hobart,interior designer sydney,interior design tips,melbourne interior designer,my forever home,white pebble interiors,zoningfalse160fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e159-lighting-design-for-mood-function-and-aesthetics--67709817eab0efa5-a1c5-4c13-8bfe-47518325705eWed, 10 Sep 2025 23:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this new episode, Frances dives deep into the often-overlooked but absolutely critical role of lighting in your home. She explores how strategic lighting design can elevate not just the look but also the functionality and emotional feel of each...1225ambient lighting,australian interior designer,downlights,functional interiors,interior atmosphere,interior decorating,layered lighting,lighting design,melbourne interior designer,mood lighting,my forever home,task lighting,white pebble interiorsfalse159fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e158-kitchen-trends-and-what-will-stick-around--67534941d906454a-5ae5-4c37-b56c-1e1e291417f5Wed, 27 Aug 2025 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this new podcast episode, Frances walks you through the key kitchen design trends emerging for 2025 and beyond—plus which ones are here to stay. From coloured cabinetry (hello green and navy!) to textural finishes like fluted glass and curved...1897australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,interior decorating,interior designer hobart,interior designer perth,interior designer sydney,kitchen trends 2025,melbourne interior designer,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse158fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-personal-update-special-episode--66749288477c4147-849b-4130-9af6-86d9cb4e1dc5Wed, 25 Jun 2025 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this special episode, Frances shares a personal update and explains why the podcast has been quiet in recent months. It’s a heartfelt message to her community, with gratitude and honesty at its core.453australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,honest conversations,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,podcast community,white pebble interiorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e157-how-to-prevent-design-mistakes-that-could-cost-you-thousands--649794122237bb20-e9fe-419a-b515-d1af134edf82Wed, 19 Mar 2025 18:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances discusses the hidden costs of design mistakes and how they can impact your renovation or new build. She shares real-life examples of costly errors and explains how working with an interior...3487australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,functional design,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,renovation tips,white pebble interiorsfalse157fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e156-from-property-developer-to-dream-home-amanda-mcewin-s-design-journey--64594791f16ae2b7-8bc1-425e-8a3c-bb8ff626bc89Wed, 26 Feb 2025 22:27:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances speaks with Amanda McEwin, a successful property developer, about how she built her dream home. Amanda shares her experience of engaging an interior designer and they helped her navigate design...3019australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,functional home design,hiring an interior designer,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e155-what-does-an-interior-designer-do-and-why-you-need-one-for-your-forever-home--64213193d4e5c9da-16b3-4f87-a762-dac4161ca73bWed, 05 Feb 2025 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances explains why you may need an interior designer to save money, avoid costly mistakes, and reduce decision fatigue during your renovation or new build. She discusses how some designers provide...2439australian interior designer,building your dream home,dream home,frances cosway,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer sydney,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse155fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e154-the-power-of-holiday-reflection-to-find-clarity-for-your-home--63703906 Listen in for helpful insights on finding clarity for your home and how to finally tackle those lingering issues.]]>19de83b5-0d56-4f1c-bd5f-de7d2194d0b9Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances reflects on how the quiet of the holidays gives us the perfect opportunity to assess what isn’t working in our homes. She shares personal experiences of the things that have bugged her, how it’s easy to live with them, and how... Listen in for helpful insights on finding clarity for your home and how to finally tackle those lingering issues.]]>1121australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home improvements,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse154fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e153-reviving-christmas-traditions-a-personal-reflection--63382608bd7c1367-ef19-4fc2-8fbd-113fe8803ecbWed, 18 Dec 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this heartwarming episode, Frances reflects on the Christmas traditions that shaped her childhood and how those rituals have evolved within her own family. She shares the joys of giving, the personal meaning behind handmade holiday gifts, and how...1039australian interior designer,christmas carols,christmas traditions,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse153fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e152-what-s-the-difference-between-concept-plans-and-internal-elevations--62727005a7f01c9a-7a89-4ad4-b943-fe986f858d31Wed, 13 Nov 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances unpacks the crucial differences between concept plans and internal elevations in this latest episode, shedding light on how they can help you achieve your dream home design. She explains how concept plans provide the big picture of your space,...1073australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse152fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e151-how-to-choose-the-perfect-window-treatments-for-your-home--62482234814ebd4e-fbb3-4122-897d-f71d6bc34c8bThu, 24 Oct 2024 02:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances dives into the world of window treatments, uncovering the crucial factors to consider when selecting the right options for your space. From maximising energy efficiency to enhancing aesthetics, she explores how the right window coverings can...1709australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiors,window treatmentsfalse151fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e150-behind-the-scenes-of-150-episodes-highlights-and-stories--622015301ecc043f-6c44-4c09-8c4c-1cbaafcbb64dWed, 02 Oct 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayJoin Frances in this special 150th episode as she reflects on the incredible journey of the My Forever Home podcast. Discover highlights from past episodes, popular guest insights, and the evolution of this award winning podcast since its inception...1546australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior design insights,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,renovation tips,sustainable living,white pebble interiorsfalse150fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e149-how-renovating-shows-are-affecting-the-design-and-build-industry--6135170794ea5f05-5fea-49a0-8ea4-05ed060cb9dfWed, 11 Sep 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances explores how renovation TV shows impact our expectations and understanding of the design and build industry. She delves into the difference between the outcomes showcased and the practical challenges of real-life projects, and...2013australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,the block,white pebble interiorsfalse149fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e148-how-do-i-design-a-home-for-multi-generational-living--61190983d4acea8f-da79-4d20-964c-8511aef6a22eWed, 28 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this new episode, Frances explores the concept of adaptive home design for multi-generational living. Discover practical tips for creating flexible, adaptive spaces that can evolve with your family's needs over time, ensuring your home remains...1806adaptive home design,australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,future proofing,home makeover,interior decorating,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,multi-generational living,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse148fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e147-why-laminate-is-making-a-comeback-trends-sustainability-and-style--6103017163c44d97-f43d-4bf5-8e33-398a2844e5d9Wed, 14 Aug 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this new episode, Frances reflects on how home design trends have evolved and come full circle over the years. She dives into the story of Laminex, an iconic Australian brand, and explores the resurgence of laminate materials in contemporary...1164australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer hobart,interior designer perth,laminex,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse147fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e146-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-perfect-home-office--60793988fc3b5554-cd2d-4135-ba38-fd4eb52bda07Wed, 24 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayThis episode has Frances outlines the attributes to design the ideal home office—one that is both functional and a space you want to work in. She offers valuable insights on key considerations for setting up your home office, including optimal storage...1463australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,home office,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,study,white pebble interiorsfalse146fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e145-how-to-design-a-cosy-home--60657792d7f8e039-6da7-44f3-927d-99b9ff1206e4Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayLearn how to create a cosy home with Frances' top tips on how to layer, create texture and make a space feel relaxing and yours to come home to. Winter is a perfect time to create a different look and feel in your home, with top tips on how to do it...1440australian interior designer,dream home,frances cosway,home makeover,interior decorating,interior designer brisbane,interior designer western dist,melbourne interior designer,mini makeover,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse145fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e144-guest-on-show-me-the-money-podcast-curating-space-how-your-environment-shapes-soothes-holds-and-tells-your-tale--604440890d305bc2-a98f-416b-aa2a-e0428c14d105Thu, 20 Jun 2024 02:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayAs the guest in this podcast episode, Frances shares how she creates meaning, presence, and memories in a home and shares her passion for helping clients to create their Forever Home™. She outlines how she started her business, why she does what she...826dream home,frances cosway,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e143-observations-discoveries-and-delivery--60214174781a4bae-3d51-4348-8a58-00ffeb849784Wed, 29 May 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances outlines what she's been observing over recent times, the discoveries she's uncovered and her response to these. This has prompted the launch of her first magazine to answer the burning questions people are consistently asking, and in this...1069dream home,frances cosway,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse143fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e142-designing-an-outdoor-kitchen--59932493f7b455e2-8db2-4e8a-bccf-c8d497f4be82Wed, 08 May 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayLearn what to consider when designing an outdoor kitchen or BBQ space for your home. Frances outlines materials, orientation and weather protection, right down to ventilation and appliances.989alfresco kitchen,barbecue kitchen,bbq space,dream home,frances cosway,home kitchen,kitchen,kitchen ventilation,my forever home,outdoor kitchen,white pebble interiorsfalse142fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e141-choosing-external-colours--59516452dffe10b5-97a8-4fc3-aa92-864ba8c2b200Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayUnderstand what to consider when selecting external colours for your home. Frances outlines the significance of lighter-coloured roofs as well.  You will uncover the essential principle of "less is more" in colour and material selection, alongside...1499design principles,dream home,energy-efficient homes,exterior aesthetics,external colours,frances cosway,light-coloured roofs,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse141fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e140-creating-an-emotional-return-roi-on-your-forever-home--591998628f960a55-9e12-4082-8905-dead2d380a40Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this insightful episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances delves into the concept of “Emotional ROI”. She explores the significance of emotional investment when creating a Forever Home™, emphasising its distinction from financial ROI...868building a home,dream home,emotional connection,emotional investment,emotional roi,frances cosway,home renovation,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e139-insights-into-renovating-or-building-a-new-home-with-james-treble--58949435a7f1db3e-8a9e-4e08-8791-afe7e5e35401Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this insightful episode, fellow interior designer James Treble joins Frances to discuss the art of creating timeless and functional homes.   Covering topics such as budgeting, future-proofing design principles, and how to get ideas, Treble shares...4118dream home,frances cosway,james treble,my forever home,practical design,white pebble interiorsfalse139fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e138-alternatives-to-engineered-stone--58688637158b2893-1992-4f06-a18f-da376a33e81fWed, 14 Feb 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances delves into the engineered stone ban in Australia and explores alternative options for homeowners. From porcelain to laminate, Frances discusses factors such as durability, aesthetics, and budget, advising listeners on many alternatives...1819dream home,engineered stone,engineered stone alternative,frances cosway,laminate,my forever home,porcelain,porcelainbenchtops,white pebble interiorsfalse138fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e137-exploring-the-new-french-look--585264727e0420ed-9262-4e10-b577-fc134fe77d59Thu, 01 Feb 2024 00:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances sits down with Lauren Li, author of ‘The New French Look’, to discuss the French approach to design and decorating. They explore the core components of the "New French Look," along with regional variations, along with what sets French design...3188art,dining,dream home,frances cosway,french beach interiors,french chalet interiors,french country interiors,french design,french interiors,french style,kitchen,lighting,my forever home,sisalla,the design society,white pebble interiorsfalse137fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e1336-furniture-layout-and-why-it-s-critical-before-you-start-building--583363003ce9110a-c8de-415a-a5af-315e4c048542Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances outlines why it's so important to create a furniture layout at floorplan stage in this episode. This is essential listening to avoid big mistakes! She outlines the implications that can occur when a furniture layout is not done before building...1703building miskakes,building mistakes to avoid,floorplan,furniture layoutfalse136fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e135-2023-reflections-and-wrap-up--58075660c36469ea-b303-42e1-bb0c-4e2834b5c39aWed, 20 Dec 2023 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances reflects on 2023 on a personal and design perspective and shares highlights of the year including finished homes, awards, media coverage and what's in store for 2024.17402023 reflections,2023 wrap up,2024,awards,dream home,frances cosway,kbdiawards,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse135fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e134-client-case-study-renovating-a-federation-forever-home--5797063765710308-dc8c-4084-8538-412fe420627aMon, 11 Dec 2023 06:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances is joined by her client, Bernadette, in this special case study episode. Bernadette shares her renovation journey, from when she first set eyes on the home 20 years ago, through to creating her project team and the joys and frustrations of her...4085architecture,australian house and garden,build,dream home,federation renovation,forever home transformation,frances cosway,heritage home,houseandgarden,interior design case study,my forever home,renovating,renovation case study,white pebble interiorsfalse134fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e133-decluttering-made-simple-before-your-renovation-or-new-build--577707881723388f-6a01-49c2-9ed3-aa43ccc746f3Wed, 22 Nov 2023 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIf you've ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of clearing out years and years worth of 'stuff', then this is the episode for you. Frances is joined by decluttering expert, Amy Revell, who shares her wisdom on how to prepare to pack up and move for a...4091amy revell,artofdecluttering,createyourhome,declutterexpert,decluttering,dream home,frances cosway,homerenovation,minimalistliving,my forever home,organizationhacks,renovationplanning,spacemanagement,white pebble interiorsfalse133fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e132-thermal-wrap-cabinetry-what-you-need-to-know--5738470589083557-c2f9-49a5-8872-442ef2bca881Wed, 25 Oct 2023 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances outlines exactly what thermal wrap is in this episode, and why it's a great product to consider for cabinetry in your home. With guests from Albedor Industries, she also delves into the myths surrounding thermal wrap, how it is made and the...2874albedor industries,cabinet makers,cabinetry,cabinetry design,cabinetry material,dream home,frances cosway,joinery,joinery design,joinery material,kaitlyn downs,mal stafford,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse132fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e131-mudroom-design-considerations--572007697f2a7314-0fb2-4a10-8d26-f94b365f988dWed, 11 Oct 2023 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances discusses what to consider when designing a mudroom. How it needs to function, and be designed around what you need to store in it. She also discusses other considerations for where items can go in the home if the mudroom is not large enough...1468ancillary room,bootroom,dream home,frances cosway,mudroom,my forever home,storage,white pebble interiorsfalse131fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e130-renovating-your-forever-home-vs-renovating-for-profit--569652861c9d303f-09bc-4d42-9c55-9df92af76f8aWed, 27 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances is joined by Peter Karaolganis from Presenting Homes Australia to discuss the different decisions made when renovating your Forever Home compared to renovating to flip and make a profit. Peter and Frances discuss materials, build quality,...4858dream home,floorplans,foreverhome,frances cosway,home transformation,mulitgeneraltional living,my forever home,presenting homes australia,reality talks,renovate for profit,renovations,resale,white pebble interiorsfalse130fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e124-doing-something-creative-just-for-you--5679279064a17366-3a20-41e5-9a78-994989822846Wed, 13 Sep 2023 22:00:00 +0000Frances Cosway947dream home,frances cosway,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse129fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e128-the-block-design-goals-and-commentary--56493005af7dc10a-2811-4850-b6ce-e45fa757a391Wed, 16 Aug 2023 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances is watching The Block this season and viewing it with multiple lenses. In this episode she shares her observations about the 50's theme, the impact sponsors have on material choices, following a brief for the right outcome, orientation, plus...1242dream home,frances cosway,hampton,hampton east,my forever home,realitytalks,theblock,white pebble interiorsfalse128fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e127-the-influence-of-travel-on-interiors--56234581e78f93df-776f-4477-bd28-06da3708403cWed, 26 Jul 2023 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayHaving just come back from a 5 week European holiday, Frances discusses how travel can provide inspiration and influence on your interiors back home. Frances shares her key takeaways from each city she went to (London, Paris, Amsterdam and Baku) and...2404amsterdam,baku,dream home,european interiors,frances cosway,holiday influences,holidays,interior design,london,my forever home,paris,vacation,white pebble interiorsfalse127fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e126-orientation-and-why-it-s-important--5413403043e12ec0-3f76-46f7-9066-d6c19bc3498dThu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayThe orientation of your home and the direction each room faces, impacts livability and the comfort levels in your home. The ability to naturally warm your home in winter and keep it cool in summer are achievable by managing the sun and using it to...1346dream home,energy efficiency,forever home,frances cosway,home orientation,home renovation,internal layouts,my forever home,passive house,passive solar,white pebble interiorsfalse126fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e125-renovating-solid-timber-floor-considerations--539115608ad7ecc0-d1a3-4386-88d0-6154f4f086f2Wed, 17 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIf you are renovating, and not sure what to do with the original timber floors, Frances outlines what some floor options are, in this episode. They may not need to replaced, and Frances discusses some choices and considerations you can explore to...1178dream home,engineered timber,engineered timber floor,forever home,frances cosway,hardwood floors,home renovation,keeping original floor,my forever home,original floors,renovating,sanding floors,solid timber floor,timber floors,white pebble interiorsfalse125fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e124-bathroom-layout-considerations-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e14--537338156818c12b-fa60-4fd3-8bc4-70f887919c94Wed, 03 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances shares her top tips on bathroom layout considerations and what to keep in mind for optimum functionality.1042bathroom,bathroomdesign,bathroomlayout,bathrooms,dream home,frances cosway,interiordesign,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalse124fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e123-the-paris-agreement-and-the-impact-on-what-you-buy-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e13--5321603035ffdfdf-2ddc-474c-965f-9701f5764405Wed, 15 Mar 2023 20:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode Frances is joined by Richard Earp, who is super passionate about the environment and all things sustainabilty. He has been leading his company, Earp Bros, for years in meeting strict sustainability criteria, so he knows a thing or two....3280dream home,earp bros,environment,frances cosway,my forever home,nationally determined contribu,ndc,paris agreement,porcelanosa,richard earp,sustainability,white pebble interiorsfalse123fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e122-choosing-sustainable-tapwear-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e12--530656004388dc4d-9a71-4a8e-aed9-9611745138b6Wed, 01 Mar 2023 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast Frances is joined by Tim Sellars from Faucet Strommen. They chat about what makes a sustainable tap different, and what to look for when choosing a tap made to last, along with the qualities of Australian Made tapwear.  3050australian made,dream home,faucet strommen,frances cosway,my forever home,sustainanle taps,taps,tapwear,white pebble interiorsfalse122fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e121-what-clients-are-wanting-more-of-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e11--52960083d92d5626-b414-4b5a-89f4-bc52b7b83177Thu, 16 Feb 2023 01:25:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances outlines the changes she's seeing in what clients and people are wanting for their homes. The shift in mindset and how this is impacting material choices, homes design and what's important for people when creating their Forever Homes. This...1505dream home,energy efficient homes. energy,frances cosway,healthy homes,material specifications,my forever home,passive haus,passive house,sustainability,sustainable homes,white pebble interiorsfalse121fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e120-building-and-renovating-sustainably-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e10--5295964390695528-1157-4b72-a5e6-91e4dfcdf601Wed, 11 Jan 2023 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast Frances welcomes back Jeremy Gates from Gaia Construction to talk all things building and renovating sustainably. Jeremy highlights his top 5 ways that you can make your home more energy efficient, along with how to...3829dream home,energy efficient home,frances cosway,my forever home,sustainable building,ustainable build,white pebble interiorsfalse120fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e119-sustainable-wood-based-products-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--52959469fcc02b10-13fc-4668-8be8-9a911dbbebe9Wed, 14 Dec 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances welcomes John Dalla Via from Egger to the podcast this week to talk about sustainable wood based on products. As market leaders in the creation of chipboard with the highest percentage of post-consumer and post-industrial waste, it’s great to...2847benchtops,cabinetry,cupboarddoors,dream home,eggergroup,frances cosway,laminate,my forever home,white pebble interiorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e118-sustainable-interiors-what-to-consider-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--52959711b8c3a52e-66a4-47fb-b156-db2e9fa934cdWed, 30 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast Frances outlines what to consider for your interiors from a sustainability perspective. From floorplans, hard materials, soft furnishings, window treatments and lighting, she outlines ways to perhaps think differently...2540dream home,frances cosway,interior design,my forever home,recycling,repurposing,sustainable fabrics,sustainable floorplans,sustainable homes,sustainable interior design,sustainable interiors,sustainable textiles,upcycling,white pebble interiorsfalse118fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e117-top-approaches-to-create-a-low-energy-home-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--5296010644f87fdc-2c28-47ea-8324-89214c87b481Wed, 23 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayLearn the best ways to create or improve the energy load in your home in this practical and informative episode of the podcast with Anna Cumming, Editor of Sanctuary Magazine.   Frances and Anna discuss how you can design, improve, renovate or build...4932air sealed home,dream home,electric homes,energy efficient home,frances cosway,low energy home,my forever home,renew,retrofitting energy efficiency,sanctuary magazine,small homes,sustainable living,tiny homes,universal design,white pebble interiorsfalse117fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e116-eco-friendly-hard-materials-from-cosentino-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--529601007e27ba9d-475b-4b28-8266-aaca42a6019cWed, 09 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayAs part of the Sustainable Homes and Living Season, Frances welcomes Itay Shimony from Cosentino to chat through the environmental credentials of their hard surface materials produced in Spain. In particular, they chat about the Circular economy...3449cosentino,dekton,dektonbenchtops,dektoncabinetry,dream home,ecofriendly build,eco-friendly hard materials,ecofriendly products,frances cosway,my forever home,sustainability,sustainable living,white pebble interiorsfalse116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e115-what-is-green-tag-and-why-you-should-know-about-it-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--5295993587fcc9bd-b84e-4c27-aee0-5d889bfaba1aWed, 02 Nov 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast for the Sustainablity Series, Frances chats with guest David Baggs, CEO and Co-Founder of Green Tag - an international creditation for all types of eco products. David explains how products are able to be acceditated...3208creating a healthy home,environmentally friendly produ,greentag,healthy builing materials,myforeverhome,sustainability,sustainable building materials,sustainable creditation,sustainable interior design,sustainable living,sustainable productsfalse115fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e114-my-own-sustainable-home-and-how-we-created-it-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--52960184a6eb1672-6190-4770-9d4e-d9c4de088954Wed, 26 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances is joined by her partner, Neil, as they chat about how they went about designing and building their Award Winning, Sustainable Forever Home. They discuss the challenges, the things they didn't compromise on, and...3394buying sustainably,conscious consuming,dream home,frances cosway,less is more,minimalist living,my forever home,recycling,sustainable building,sustainable life,sustainable living,sustainable materials,sustainable products,upcycling,white pebble interiorsfalse114fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e113-conscious-consuming-and-changing-buying-habits-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--5295928398b98bff-612d-4254-bbd8-e7c675874151Wed, 19 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances welcomes back Sally Flower from Home Sanctuary to chat about buying in a more conscious manner. We discuss the changes in consumer buying behaviour in a world full of advertising and messages to consume and want...4017conscious consuming,dream home,frances cosway,my forever home,recycling,sustainability tips,sustainable building,sustainable life,sustainable lifestyle,sustainable living,sustainable materials,sustainable products,upcycling,white pebble interiorsfalse113fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e112-sustainable-decluttering-sustainable-homes-and-living-season--52959981c40323e6-46b0-40c2-a788-7f86f499932fWed, 12 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances welcomes Sally Flower from Home Sanctuary as her guest in this episode of the podcast to discuss how to declutter in a mindful and sustainable way, and minimise stress in your life!   How to choose what to discard from your home, but also how...3123buying sustainably,conscious consuming,decluttering,dream home,frances cosway,less is more,my forever home,recycling,sustainable building,sustainable life,sustainable living,sustainable materials,sustainable products,upcycling,white pebble interiorsfalse112fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e111-season-overview-sustainable-homes-and-living-season-e1--52959983f274173c-0050-4d7f-861e-b5c97db6185bWed, 05 Oct 2022 22:00:00 +0000Frances CoswayFrances runs through what will be coming up in the Sustainability Season, highlighting some of her guests, as well as who the Season has been created for and what topics she's going to be covering. 1058dream home,energy efficient homes,forever homes,myforeverhome,my forever home,sustainability,sustainability australia,sustainable essentials,sustainable homes,sustainable living,sustainable materials,whitepebbleinteriors,white pebble interiorsfalse111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e110-my-forever-home-live-getting-the-details-right-before-you-build--52959190b66f2c16-6cff-438b-bef5-2e827cc86cd2Thu, 08 Sep 2022 01:35:48 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Facebook Forever Home Live Frances discusses some key functionality points to consider in your home design before the build starts. She outlines small details that are often missed that affect the functionality of your home, and lead to...1345designmistakes,foreverhomes,functional home design,homedesign,homedesignmistakes,myforeverhome,whitepebbleinteriorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e109-beautiful-home-design-made-easy-online-course--52959764 https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/beautiful-home-design-made-easy/ If you've missed out this time, add yourself to the Wait List so you'll be informed when the doors open next. https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/beautiful-home-design-made-easy-waitlist/]]>c0810641-db5a-4f84-9b84-30dde4210802Thu, 10 Mar 2022 01:44:41 +0000Frances CoswayDoors Close 8pm TODAY! Be your own interior designer and create a home you truly love with my Beautiful Home Design Made Easy Online Course. The proven step-by-step formula to create your Dream Home, based on my 15 years of experience as an interior... https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/beautiful-home-design-made-easy/ If you've missed out this time, add yourself to the Wait List so you'll be informed when the doors open next. https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/beautiful-home-design-made-easy-waitlist/]]>321decorating,floorplans,homedesign,homeimprovement,interiordesign,newbuild,newhomes,renovating,renovation,sustainabilityfalse109fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e108-floorplans-preventing-under-utilised-spaces--52959241

It could be closed off and used as a separate room.  

It could be carved up to add space to another room (i.e walk-in pantry or into the kitchen space) 

Formal living area or Secondliving   Having a second living area is a great idea as it can be used as another living space for privacy. It also enables other family members to watch different shows or do different things. However, the second living needs to be set up correctly for it to reach its full potential.   Think about how you want to use space and how you want them to feel a second living area. Your second living area is a great opportunity to create something different from open plan living.   To do this, you can create a different "feeling" in space by having: 

• Different flooring  
• Heavier style window treatments  
• Different furniture style  
• Different colour palette and textures  

Lastly, you must be able to close off this space off to create a separate zone and mitigate noise from other living areas to fully maximise the uitilisation of a second living room.  In summary  Think about the requirements for these spaces and how they will be used.   Questions to ask: 

• How frequently are you going to use the space?
• How can you create multi-functional spaces?
• How does your lifestyle suit the spaces on the floorplan?
• What do you need for your family and how will this room make a difference to how you live in the space? 

A room that is hardly ever used costs money to build, time to maintain it, energy to heat or cool it and resources to have it there.   It’s all about making your floorplans work super hard and be relevant to what you need.    Upcoming Free Online Masterclass  Learn the key steps to get you on the path to completing the interior design of your own home. Plus kill that crushing question ‘I don’t know where to start’.  Join my brand new online masterclass- "5 Essentials to Know Before You Start Designing Your Home".   Choose from the following dates below: 

• Tuesday 1st March 2022 at 7pm AEDT 
• Thursday 3rd March 2022 at 12 noon AEDT 
• Wednesday 9th March 2022 at 6pm AEDT 

Register your spot now   If you can't make it, I'll send you the replay    Available Resources  Want to learn more about floorplans? Listen to episode 97 of My Forever Home Podcast- “Floorplans and getting them right” as Frances discusses the steps to take if your floorplans are not what you want. Click here to listen to the episode.   Or read our blog on “Creating Forever Home Floor Plans and Getting them Right” to ensure your home can adapt to your changing needs over time. Read the article here.  ]]>648044d6-8e07-4d02-a853-c51029e6601bThu, 24 Feb 2022 01:10:43 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances discusses how to prevent having under utilised spaces in your home. She outlines the common areas that often appear on floorplans, which are not well utilised and what you need to think about to...

It could be closed off and used as a separate room.  

It could be carved up to add space to another room (i.e walk-in pantry or into the kitchen space) 

Formal living area or Secondliving   Having a second living area is a great idea as it can be used as another living space for privacy. It also enables other family members to watch different shows or do different things. However, the second living needs to be set up correctly for it to reach its full potential.   Think about how you want to use space and how you want them to feel a second living area. Your second living area is a great opportunity to create something different from open plan living.   To do this, you can create a different "feeling" in space by having: 

• Different flooring  
• Heavier style window treatments  
• Different furniture style  
• Different colour palette and textures  

Lastly, you must be able to close off this space off to create a separate zone and mitigate noise from other living areas to fully maximise the uitilisation of a second living room.  In summary  Think about the requirements for these spaces and how they will be used.   Questions to ask: 

• How frequently are you going to use the space?
• How can you create multi-functional spaces?
• How does your lifestyle suit the spaces on the floorplan?
• What do you need for your family and how will this room make a difference to how you live in the space? 

A room that is hardly ever used costs money to build, time to maintain it, energy to heat or cool it and resources to have it there.   It’s all about making your floorplans work super hard and be relevant to what you need.    Upcoming Free Online Masterclass  Learn the key steps to get you on the path to completing the interior design of your own home. Plus kill that crushing question ‘I don’t know where to start’.  Join my brand new online masterclass- "5 Essentials to Know Before You Start Designing Your Home".   Choose from the following dates below: ...]]>1493buildinghomes,floorplans,homedesign,homeimprovement,homereno,interiordesign,interiordesignaustralia,melbourne interior designer,newbuild,newhomes,sustainability,white pebble interiorsfalse108fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e107-creating-a-vision-for-your-home--52959783925f6c2f-8be3-4860-80c7-ccdf56e955b9Thu, 17 Feb 2022 04:56:53 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances outlines how important it is to create a vision for your home, and that a vision is not just about the way you want your home to look. She outlines what a vision is for your home, what you should think about...919false107fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e106-how-to-choose-the-right-floor--52959242f8887122-2915-4eba-9408-915eda5ce55eThu, 10 Feb 2022 00:48:53 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of My Forever Home, Frances runs through key considerations when deciding on your flooring type. She outlines 10 buying criteria for choosing the right floor for your home along with key mistakes people can make when deciding on their...2054false106fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e105-engaging-key-specialists-for-your-renovation-or-new-build--529592455b5cd5ab-2bf7-47a3-8181-77d175729f74Wed, 02 Feb 2022 01:22:20 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of My Forever Home, Frances outlines what she terms the ‘Key 4’ specialists you’ll need on your team for your renovation or new build. She outlines the benefits of engaging your key team early on, along with how they can each save you...1246false105fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e104-how-i-managed-the-build-designing-and-building-my-forever-home-part-3--52959253

She engaged with the builders to check availability, gauge their interest, and arrange site visits to see previous work.

She also liaised with the builders to manage expectations on the turnaround of the quote and answered any queries.

All builders quote differently, so it was up to Frances to check what was in and out of each quote to form a consistent comparison   Frances created a spreadsheet so that she could make a clear comparison about what was in and not in the quote. Build Process For the Forever Home, the builder they used was one they had worked with in the past at their previous home. It was also decided that Frances would manage the build from the ‘Lockup’ stage as she had her own tradespeople, (her builder and her shared many trades), and then the builder would come back at the end for fit off. As she had a good relationship with the builder, and he knew how meticulous and organized she was, he agreed to go down this path with her, but he also challenged her and told her if she was going to manage the ‘Lock up’ phase, that she won’t be in by the deadline of Christmas 2014, but Frances is determined and moved into the house prior to Christmas of that year! Once everything had been roughed in and plaster was in, Frances then managed all the trades that came in after that.

• • Tiler, cabinet maker, caulker, painter, electrician, stonemason, garage doors, range hood installation, shower screens, delivery of all supplies, plus the landscaper and pool people.

• She was on site every day to check progress, manage to change schedules and answer queries. Each day there was something else that changed, and the schedule was a moving beast due to supply delays with trades, equipment, and one small change had a huge knock-on effect for other trades and their schedules with all their projects..

Why did Frances manage the project?

• She had the right contacts.
• Her skill set and experience gave her the confidence to do it.
• To save money as she was not paying a builder’s margin on top of all trades.

However, the stakes were much higher as she was building her own ‘Forever Home’.

• The finish had to be higher
• It represented her business and the work she can do - an example of what she can achieve for her clients
• A sustainability showcase

The ‘costs’ of managing the build herself

• It was difficult for Frances to work on her business as normal as she was required daily on-site.
• Managing multiple trades could sometimes lead to grey areas on who was doing what.
• She had to consider the opportunity cost as she was not able to work on her own business.
• Stress, the long days, and the toll on her family
• It involves a lot of negotiation- even after the builder was back on-site, Frances was still negotiating with the builder and landscaper for access, timings for driveway pour, etc.

 Things that she would have done differently:

• It is easy to make rash decisions on-site when stress levels are high.
• If she had her time over, Frances would have been stricter with her builder and insisted on the finish being as per plan, and not the easier option. She should have stuck to her guns. Some compromises made she regrets are;
  • Mitered edges on all the windows in the ensuite – not some.
  • Cut of the shower waste not matching with the grout line.
  • Plumbing for shower not in the right location. She couldn’t get more tiles in the same batch, so she had to live with it.

Other changes she would make if building again;

• Square set door frames – no architraves
• She would get an architect to oversee the building project and manage the builder.
• Not manage a build again
• Her partner would have a smaller house, but Frances feels that they use every single room in their home, so it’s a well-used space, on a daily basis.  
• There were many decisions they wanted to make, that were not possible then, but if building today they could achieve more given access to current technology, knowledge, or supplies.
• Would not go with their own advice about not having shade provision for east-facing windows.

• Learning: Make sure that you have got the right people working for you and that they really know about what they do.

• Would have gone for dispensation to have higher ceilings in the kids’ bedrooms and have larger kids’ rooms.
  • Key takeaways:

Find the right people for your build or renovation project

• They need to understand what you want
• You need to have a great relationship with your renovation or new build team

Resources available:  Unsure how to find the right people for your renovation or new build?  Download this FREE guide- How to Find your Renovation or New Build Team as this gives you the checklist and process on how you find the right people for your team.     ]]>62ecc919-f9b9-43c7-a294-5d7a580709dcFri, 21 Jan 2022 00:25:34 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, part 3 of this three-part series on how Frances designed and built her Forever Home, this episode explores how Frances managed the build of her home. She outlines how she did it, what she’d do differently, and the...

She engaged with the builders to check availability, gauge their interest, and arrange site visits to see previous work.

She also liaised with the builders to manage expectations on the turnaround of the quote and answered any queries.

All builders quote differently, so it was up to Frances to check what was in and out of each quote to form a consistent comparison   Frances created a spreadsheet so that she could make a clear comparison about what was in and not in the quote. Build Process For the Forever Home, the builder they used was one they had worked with in the past at their previous home. It was also decided that Frances would manage the build from the ‘Lockup’ stage as she had her own tradespeople, (her builder and her shared many trades), and then the builder would come back at the end for fit off. As she had a good relationship with the builder, and he knew how meticulous and organized she was, he agreed to go down this path with her, but he also challenged her and told her if she was going to manage the ‘Lock up’ phase, that she won’t be in by the deadline of Christmas 2014, but Frances is determined and moved into the house prior to Christmas of that year! Once everything had been roughed in and plaster was in, Frances then managed all the trades that came in after that.

• • Tiler, cabinet maker, caulker, painter, electrician, stonemason, garage doors, range hood installation, shower screens, delivery of all supplies, plus the landscaper and pool people.

• She was on site every day to check progress, manage to change schedules and answer queries. Each day there was something else that changed, and the schedule was a moving beast due to supply delays with trades, equipment, and one small change had a huge knock-on effect for other trades and their schedules with all their projects..

Why did Frances manage the project?

• She had the right contacts.
• Her skill set and experience gave her the confidence to do it.
• To save money as she was not paying a builder’s margin on top of all trades.

However, the stakes were much higher as she was building her own ‘Forever Home’.

• The finish had to be higher
• It represented her business and the work she can do - an example of what she can achieve for her clients
• A sustainability showcase

The ‘costs’ of managing the build herself

• It was difficult for Frances to work on her business as normal as she was required daily on-site.
• Managing multiple trades could sometimes lead to grey areas on who was doing what.
• She had to consider the opportunity cost as she was not able to work on her own business.
• Stress, the long days, and the toll on her family
• It involves a lot of negotiation- even after the builder was back on-site, Frances was still negotiating with the builder and landscaper for access, timings for driveway pour, etc.

 Things that she would have done differently:

• It is easy to make rash decisions on-site when stress levels are high.
• If she had her time over, Frances would have been stricter with her builder and insisted on the finish being as per plan, and not the easier option....]]>2771false104fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e103-interiors-designing-and-building-my-forever-home-part-2--52960005
• She tried to incorporate Moroccan influence where she could as true Moroccan  materials were not easily available at the time. 
• Her dream was Tadelakt finish for the bathrooms, but again it was difficult to find an artisan who could do it, and when she did, it was well out of the budget. Instead, she sourced tiles with a trowel effect to mimic Tadelakt as best she could Concrete looking tiles were just hitting the market at the time.  
• Patricia Urquiola tiles were used in the kitchen and ensuite 

• Classics that had been around over 10 years that she still loved with a passion.

  Flooring 

• Timber tile flooring – was selected before we even engaged an architect. 
• Wanted floors to be ‘party proof’ and maintenance-free 

Lighting   

• Die-cut Moroccan Inspired pendant lights used over the island bench in the kitchen.  

• These were also chosen before the house was designed. 

• Disco Mirror Ball Light – loved and chosen by her partner 

• 3-tiered mirrored wedding cake light – also loved and chosen by her partner. 

Work around the Budget   Like everyone else, Frances had a budget to follow. 

• She chose her key feature tiles and coordinated more cost effective options around them 

• She  opted with mid-range tapwear that has the best warranty on the market. 

Kitchen 

• The Patrica Urquiola Mutina splashback tiles were the ‘leading piece’ in the kitchen and all other materials revolved around the splashback colours of mixed greys, off-white and brown accents 
• White cabinetry in thermo wrap combined with a newly released concrete look solid acrylic surface in charcoal grey from Hi Macs, to pare back with the splashback.    
• Plus, the White Moroccan inspired pendant lights  

Bathrooms 

• Her family bathroom has Moroccan inspired decorative tiles as a feature and tiles to mimic Tadelakt. This bathroom made it into House and Garden’s Top 50 Rooms 
• Forher Ensuite, Frances wanted a lot of natural light. She wanted to have the feeling of being outdoors so a floor to ceiling window was specified inthe shower to give that indoor/outdoor feel.  
• She chose embossed Patricia Urquiola tiles – which she had loved for years. 
• For the powder room, Frances wanted it to have a ‘wow’ factor.   

• After seeing a new release of Bisazza’s first ceramic tile designed by Marcel Wanders (Dutch Designer), she completely changed the specification for this room, so these tiles could be used. 

External 

• The front door was important as it makes such an  impression. Frances selected a solid timber paneled door with a custom stain to get the colour perfect. 
• It was important to match the colour of the home back to Colourbond Surfmist being used for the the gutters and downpipes, so the render colour was chosen to coordinate back to this.This saved a lot of money not having custom Colourbond colours. 
• Preference was for a no maintenance exterior, so they chose Alpolic cladding in a timber look finish to soften the white render 

• Black windows were used that fitted with the vision of ‘less is more.’ 
• If Frances had her time over, she would have recycled bricks as part of the façade. 

Lesson Learned 

• Avoid having a dark coloured solid acrylic surface for the benchtop as scratches are more prominent than if it were a light colour.  
• If she had her time over, she would have made the shower in the family bathroom smaller and increased the size of the vanity. Get a lighting designer involved from the outset. Residential lighting designers very hard to find at the time of her build. 

• Install an external vertical blind for the large east facing windows. Should have followed their own advice 

What Frances loves 

• After 7 years, Frances still loves all the materials she chose, and that’s because she really chose what she loves. Decorating is on-going – it’s forever evolving. 

• The garden – it’s established and an oasis of green.  

• Frances loves the natural pool, but it is higher maintenance than anticipated. 

• She’s proud her home got showcased in Australian House and Garden and featured internationally on Houzz. 

  Resources available:  Unsure how to find the right people for your renovation or new build?  Download this FREE guide- How to Find your Renovation or New Build Team as this gives you the checklist and process on how you find the right people for your team.     ]]>ecf3d640-0ebb-4cd6-bd63-f44a31ce1198Fri, 14 Jan 2022 13:19:36 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of this 3 part series on how Frances created her Forever Home, Frances outlines how she specified the interior materials and finishes for her own home.  She walks through her vision for the home, her decision making criteria, things...

She tried to incorporate Moroccan influence where she could as true Moroccan  materials were not easily available at the time. 

Her dream was Tadelakt finish for the bathrooms, but again it was difficult to find an artisan who could do it, and when she did, it was well out of the budget. Instead, she sourced tiles with a trowel effect to mimic Tadelakt as best she could Concrete looking tiles were just hitting the market at the time.  

Patricia Urquiola tiles were used in the kitchen and ensuite 

• Classics that had been around over 10 years that she still loved with a passion.

  Flooring 

• Timber tile flooring – was selected before we even engaged an architect. 
• Wanted floors to be ‘party proof’ and maintenance-free 

Lighting   

• Die-cut Moroccan Inspired pendant lights used over the island bench in the kitchen.  

• These were also chosen before the house was designed. 

• Disco Mirror Ball Light – loved and chosen by her partner 

• 3-tiered mirrored wedding cake light – also loved and chosen by her partner. 

Work around the Budget   Like everyone else, Frances had a budget to follow. 

• She chose her key feature tiles and coordinated more cost effective options around them 

• She  opted with mid-range tapwear that has the best warranty on the market. 

Kitchen 

• The Patrica Urquiola Mutina splashback tiles were the ‘leading piece’ in the kitchen and all other materials revolved around the splashback colours of mixed greys, off-white and brown accents 
• White cabinetry in thermo wrap combined with a newly released concrete look solid acrylic surface in charcoal grey from Hi Macs, to pare back with the splashback.    
• Plus, the White Moroccan inspired pendant lights  

Bathrooms 

• Her family bathroom has Moroccan inspired decorative tiles as a feature and tiles to mimic Tadelakt. This bathroom made it into House and Garden’s Top 50 Rooms 
• Forher Ensuite, Frances wanted a lot of natural light. She wanted to have the feeling of being outdoors so a floor to ceiling window was specified inthe shower to give that indoor/outdoor feel.  
• She chose embossed Patricia Urquiola tiles – which she had loved for years. 
• For the powder room, Frances wanted it to have a ‘wow’ factor.   

• After seeing a new release of Bisazza’s first ceramic tile designed by Marcel Wanders (Dutch Designer), she completely changed the specification for this room, so these tiles could be used. 

External 

• The front door was important as it makes such an  impression. Frances selected a solid timber paneled door with a custom stain to get the colour perfect. 
• It was important to match the colour of the home back to...]]>2255false103fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e102-the-vision-and-finding-an-architect-designing-and-building-my-forever-home-part-1--5296017701b80cdc-d7d2-41b8-8d5d-7720b6fb017aThu, 06 Jan 2022 01:26:25 +0000Frances CoswayIn this special 3 part series 'Designing and Building my Own Forever Home', Frances will take you on her own Forever Home Journey. In this episode, Part 1 of the series, Frances outlines how she created the vision for her home along with how she...2702architect,builders,decorating,floorplans,homedesign,homeimprovement,interiordesign,interiordesigners,newbuild,newbuildandrenovationteam,newhomes,renovating,renovation,sustainabilityfalse102fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e101-a-week-in-a-life-of-an-interior-designer--5295926105d7e342-5508-4204-b5be-e22ba7180e24Wed, 08 Dec 2021 02:21:54 +0000Frances Cosway  In this podcast episode, Frances lets you into a week of her life of being an interior designer and running her own business. She outlines each day, what typically goes on and what curve balls she has to tackle when it doesn’t all go according to...2848adayinalife,aweekinalife,interiordesign,interiordesigner,interiordesignerinmelbournefalse101fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e100-coordinating-bathroom-floors-and-colour-tone--52960225
• Hard Flooring (Warm Colour Tone) & Carpet (Warm Colour Tone)
• Hard Flooring (Cool Colour Tone) & Carpet (Cool Colour Tone)

  Tiles- The floor tile being used in your bathroom, ensuite or powder room should marry into the floor that it's butting up against, be that a timber floor, carpet or another tile. Be sure to obtain samples so you can see how the floor material and the floor tile work together and that they are of the same tone. Free Upcoming Webinar 5 Costly Bathroom Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Frances is hosting this webinar on the 24th November at 7PM-8PM AEDT. Click here to reserve your spot.]]>0146f631-0a0e-49f1-88db-2372007ac842Thu, 18 Nov 2021 08:29:37 +0000Frances CoswayIn this short and sharp episode, Frances discusses the coordination of bathroom floor tiles with the main flooring throughout the home, and how tiles cannot be looked at in isolation from other materials in the home. She chats about the overall colour...

Hard Flooring (Warm Colour Tone) & Carpet (Warm Colour Tone)

Hard Flooring (Cool Colour Tone) & Carpet (Cool Colour Tone)

  Tiles- The floor tile being used in your bathroom, ensuite or powder room should marry into the floor that it's butting up against, be that a timber floor, carpet or another tile. Be sure to obtain samples so you can see how the floor material and the floor tile work together and that they are of the same tone. Free Upcoming Webinar 5 Costly Bathroom Design Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Frances is hosting this webinar on the 24th November at 7PM-8PM AEDT. Click here to reserve your spot.]]>715bathroomdesign,bathroomflooring,bathroomfloors,bathroominteriors,bathroomrenovations,bathroomtiles,newbathroom,tilingfalse100fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e99-b1g1-partnership-announcement--52960213

For every new proposal signed, we will provide business training program for a month in Malawi.  

For every initial consultation, we will give school supplies to 5 children in Nepal.  

For every review we received (positive or negative), we will provide a week of vocational training to women in the Philippines.  

Every month we will do a reconciliation and donate directly to those mentioned above. The full amount that’s donated will then go to these causes as a business. An administrative fee has been given to B1G1 to help the organisation which means that every single dollar that we donate goes directly to the cause.     Links mentioned in the podcast  White Pebble Interiors with B1G1  https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/b1g1givingback/  B1G1  https://b1g1.com/ ]]>dae8a096-b6c5-4b7e-b459-4ddca49c2f44Thu, 04 Nov 2021 02:19:51 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode, Frances makes an exciting announcement about the partnership with B1G1 and White Pebble Interiors. She outlines her goal to use her business as a vehicle to help others around the globe (not just through creating amazing homes for her...

For every new proposal signed, we will provide business training program for a month in Malawi.  

For every initial consultation, we will give school supplies to 5 children in Nepal.  

For every review we received (positive or negative), we will provide a week of vocational training to women in the Philippines.  

Every month we will do a reconciliation and donate directly to those mentioned above. The full amount that’s donated will then go to these causes as a business. An administrative fee has been given to B1G1 to help the organisation which means that every single dollar that we donate goes directly to the cause.     Links mentioned in the podcast  White Pebble Interiors with B1G1  https://www.whitepebbleinteriors.com.au/b1g1givingback/  B1G1  https://b1g1.com/ ]]>728b1g1,businessforgood,businessvalues,contribution,givingback,socialenterprisefalse99fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e98-how-to-brief-your-architect-and-other-consultants--52960086

Has the briefing requirements been met by what's come back from each consultant? 

  Who is your brief for? 

• Architect/ building designer 
• Landscaper- Interior Designer- What is the feeling you want to create? What sort of functionality do you need, the aesthetic and style you want to live in. 

   What do you need to include in your brief?  Think about your vision 

• What's the overall objective of the home? 
• Create a visual brief 

A visual representation of what you want really helps to show what you love  Overall look and feel  

• How do you want to feel when you walk into your home?   

Overview of the site  Provide details of the site.  

• Lifestyle requirements 
• How do you live in the home?  
• How your home is to be used 
• Essential rooms required 
• What do you need to store in your garage 
• What's needed in the space for each room 

      For instance, wanting a desk for your child's bedroom or a guestroom that can be turned into a separate office.   Essential Vs Non-negotiable items  Make a list of what's essential Vs Nice to Have (space or budget permitting)  Sustainable Features 

• What energy efficiency or sustainability measures are you going to incorporate into this design? 

External components    For instance: 

• Pool 
• Any trees you want to retain 
• Is there going to be a fire pit or do you want to have a trampoline? 

  Budget  Be honest with your budget. Your architect should know what will be achievable with your budget. Get the experts involved so that you get an idea about what it's going to cost.   Always have a contingency. Allow10-20%   Ensure you're clear about budgets either being inclusive or exclusive of GST (VAT/tax).  Timeframe 

• What are your expectations about when you want to move into your completed home? 

Design references  Create a digital portfolio or a hard copy of the things you like, and architectural styles you love. This provides direction for your consultants.    FREE RESOURCES AVAILABLE   Creating a brief is a good exercise to get everyone on the same page and to ensure your thoughts and ideas are captured as cohesively as possible so it’s able to be followed.  Download our FREE Briefing Template here.     Join my webinar- 'The top 5 costly bathroom design mistakes and how to avoid them' as I prepare and arm you with critical information that will save you time and money creating your new bathroom.  This will be on Wednesday, 24th November 2021 at 7PM- 8PM AEDT.  Click here to register.  
Book a free 15-minute chat to discuss your project and how we may be able to assist.    ]]>ef49fd56-001a-4c10-8cca-f655040f8423Fri, 22 Oct 2021 02:10:08 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances outlines the many reasons why you should write a brief for your architect (and your landscaper and interior designer), and why it’s so important. She also provides an outline of what to think about when creating...

Has the briefing requirements been met by what's come back from each consultant? 

  Who is your brief for? 

• Architect/ building designer 
• Landscaper- Interior Designer- What is the feeling you want to create? What sort of functionality do you need, the aesthetic and style you want to live in. 

   What do you need to include in your brief?  Think about your vision 

• What's the overall objective of the home? 
• Create a visual brief 

A visual representation of what you want really helps to show what you love  Overall look and feel  

• How do you want to feel when you walk into your home?   

Overview of the site  Provide details of the site.  

• Lifestyle requirements 
• How do you live in the home?  
• How your home is to be used 
• Essential rooms required 
• What do you need to store in your garage 
• What's needed in the space for each room 

      For instance, wanting a desk for your child's bedroom or a guestroom that can be turned into a separate office.   Essential Vs Non-negotiable items  Make a list of what's essential Vs Nice to Have (space or budget permitting)  Sustainable Features 

• What energy efficiency or sustainability measures are you going to incorporate into this design? 

External components    For instance: 

• Pool 
• Any trees you want to retain 
• Is there going to be a fire pit or do you want to have a trampoline? 

  Budget  Be honest with your budget. Your architect should know what will be achievable with your budget. Get the experts involved so that you get an idea about what it's going to cost.   Always have a contingency. Allow10-20%   Ensure you're clear about budgets either being inclusive or exclusive of GST (VAT/tax).  Timeframe 

• What are your expectations about when you want to move into your completed home? 

Design references  Create a digital portfolio or a hard copy of the things you like, and architectural styles you love. This provides direction for your consultants.    FREE RESOURCES AVAILABLE   Creating a brief is a good exercise to get everyone on the same page and to ensure your thoughts and ideas are captured as cohesively as possible so it’s able to be followed.  Download our FREE Briefing Template here.     Join my webinar- 'The top 5 costly bathroom design...]]>1575briefingtemplate,creativebrief,designbrief,howtobriefyourarchitect,howtowriteabriefforyourarchitefalse98fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e97-my-forever-home-live-floorplans-and-getting-them-right--52959621

Identify your core objectives for the home, what you set out to achieve, and your non-negotiables. 

Check what you communicated with your architect, building designer, or draftsman about what you are trying to create. Has this been reflected in the plans? 

   Review your plans  Refer back to the brief and review your plans to see how the response from your architect, builder designer or draftsperson has met your brief.  

• Has it been designed around your core objectives and non-negotiables> 
• What's missing?  
•  How is the floor plan meeting your brief, objectives, and requirements? 

  Review your floorplans with your Building Designer  You need to be clear about not providing the solution, but rather giving your building designer the opportunity to respond to your concerns.  

• Refer them back to the brief to focus on areas that have been missed, or are not quite right.  
• Be clear about what's not working for you in the plan. 
• Let them explain if there is a reason why something cannot be achieved.  
• Allow them the chance to review your comments and come back with a revised version.   

For instance,  

• Mudroom is not big enough to store 5 school bags 
• There is no connection to the views we have. 

• There is not enough space in the kitchen for two people to cook 

   Consult another expert  You may feel more comfortable having another set of expert eyes go over your floorplan to ‘sanity check’ it's as good as it can be and you're not missing anything.   For example, an interior designer will look at things from a completely different perspective.     Cut your ties  At the end of a lot of backwards and forwards trying to get your plans right, but you still don't feel like you're hitting the mark, it may be the time to cut your losses and find another architect or building designer.   As painful as that sounds. it's going to save your thousands of dollars and so much heartache. Imagine you build a home, you know at floorplan stage is not right, where you'll forever regret you didn't sort it out before you started to build.    Resources and Services Mentioned in the Podcast  Floor Plan Sanity Check  Save Yourself from Costly Mistakes  Book a floor plan sanity check today.    Join the “Renovating and Building your Forever Home” Facebook Group     Want to be inspired to create a home you truly love? One that is future proof and adaptable as your family’s needs change? Join our exclusive (but inclusive)  Renovating and Building Your Forever Home Facebook Group.     Your Forever Home Book  Keen to know more? I have dedicated a whole chapter to Floor Plans in my book ‘Your Forever Home’. You can order your copy here.    First three chapters of the book FREE  If you’d like to receive the first three chapters of the book ‘Your Forever Home’ for FREE, download it here.   ]]>53cc6754-ddba-495b-8d3a-cfb185d6f8faThu, 07 Oct 2021 01:12:29 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Facebook Live, Frances discusses the steps to take if your floorplans are not quite what you want. She outlines the steps you should take to have them meet your objectives, and who you could turn to, to help out in getting them right. ...

Identify your core objectives for the home, what you set out to achieve, and your non-negotiables. 

Check what you communicated with your architect, building designer, or draftsman about what you are trying to create. Has this been reflected in the plans? 

   Review your plans  Refer back to the brief and review your plans to see how the response from your architect, builder designer or draftsperson has met your brief.  

• Has it been designed around your core objectives and non-negotiables> 
• What's missing?  
•  How is the floor plan meeting your brief, objectives, and requirements? 

  Review your floorplans with your Building Designer  You need to be clear about not providing the solution, but rather giving your building designer the opportunity to respond to your concerns.  

• Refer them back to the brief to focus on areas that have been missed, or are not quite right.  
• Be clear about what's not working for you in the plan. 
• Let them explain if there is a reason why something cannot be achieved.  
• Allow them the chance to review your comments and come back with a revised version.   

For instance,  

• Mudroom is not big enough to store 5 school bags 
• There is no connection to the views we have. 

• There is not enough space in the kitchen for two people to cook 

   Consult another expert  You may feel more comfortable having another set of expert eyes go over your floorplan to ‘sanity check’ it's as good as it can be and you're not missing anything.   For example, an interior designer will look at things from a completely different perspective.     Cut your ties  At the end of a lot of backwards and forwards trying to get your plans right, but you still don't feel like you're hitting the mark, it may be the time to cut your losses and find another architect or building designer.   As painful as that sounds. it's going to save your thousands of dollars and so much heartache. Imagine you build a home, you know at floorplan stage is not right, where you'll forever regret you didn't sort it out before you started to build.    Resources and Services Mentioned in the Podcast  Floor Plan Sanity Check  Save Yourself from Costly Mistakes  Book a floor plan sanity check today.    Join the “Renovating and Building your Forever Home” Facebook Group     Want to be inspired to create a home you truly love? One that is future proof and adaptable as your family’s needs change? Join our exclusive (but inclusive)  Renovating and Building Your Forever Home Facebook Group.     Your Forever Home Book  Keen to know more? I have dedicated a whole chapter to Floor Plans in my book ‘Your Forever Home’. You can order your copy 882decorating,floorplans,homedesign,homeimprovement,interiordesign,newbuild,newhomes,renovating,renovation,sustainabilityfalse97fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/e96-my-forever-home-my-forever-home--529597850c8b0733-6534-4f10-9461-7e5ef73b8b4bThu, 16 Sep 2021 09:26:46 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances outlines a key change to Your Forever Home with a re-name to reflect how she feels about the brand. In the episode, she runs through her thinking behind the change, what it means to you and what it means to all...541interiordesign,interiordesignaustralia,myforeverhome,rebrandingfalse96fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-95-your-forever-home-live-tile-layout-snapshot--4644044265d6e6f1-9d38-4ee3-ba40-da9786b52d6eThu, 09 Sep 2021 01:28:05 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live, Frances answers a question from the Renovating and Building your Forever Home Facebook Community about tile layout. Specifically around laying 300x600mm tiles for floor and walls. She also outlines how to finish splashbacks...939layoutsplashback,splashbacktiles,tilelayout,tilesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-93-your-forever-home-live-creating-wellbeing-in-your-home--46440443f6d709b2-34ab-4417-8b1d-ac742a859f51Mon, 26 Jul 2021 23:15:39 +0000Frances CoswayHealth and wellbeing are important now more than ever, as we all navigate through the Covid 19 pandemic. In this episode of the Your Forever Home podcast, Frances outlines different ways that we can incorporate wellness into our homes –...1952covid19,covid19wellbeing,health,healthandwellbeing,healthyhomes,homebuilding,homeenvironment,homerenovations,mentalhealth,positiveenvironment,wellbeing,wellnessarchitecture,wellnessdesignfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-92-your-forever-home-live-ceiling-fans-what-you-need-to-know--4644043919b3a8c5-1884-4b63-acd6-f005e0fb94a1Wed, 07 Jul 2021 14:16:54 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Facebook Live, Frances discusses the buying criteria for a ceiling fan as not all fans are the same! She outlines why they are worth installing (so many reasons), and the controversial question of fan Vs pendant light in a bedroom. She also...976ceilingfans,fansfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-88-bathroom-design-essentials-powder-rooms--464404403acb8598-719a-4388-8cbb-39cdb57d5a9cSun, 23 May 2021 23:23:30 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home podcast episode, Frances outlines how to get the most out of your Powder room -whether it’s the family powder room, or one for guests, she provides design suggestions on how to get the most out of both of these spaces. From...1080powderooms,powderroomdesignfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-84-bathroom-design-essentials-showroom-vanities--464404463835902e-8c91-4db3-8df7-9d9a87fd5c3bThu, 22 Apr 2021 15:07:23 +0000Frances CoswayFrances is joined again by Cathryn Matchett and Trisha Narde from Reece Bathroom Life, to discuss the options available for showroom vanities. They also outline some of the comparisons with customised vanities, and why one would be better suited over...1872customvanities,vanitiesbathroom,vanitiesbydesignfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-82-your-forever-home-live-timber-floors-to-replace-or-not--46440441
This is a great episode if you’re looking to save money and want to achieve the best aesthetic and superior outcome, plus kick some sustainability goals at the same time.]]>fb72d281-acd0-4f05-827d-a808b6d0937eTue, 13 Apr 2021 23:47:51 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live, Frances discusses the options available to you if your solid timber floors are looking tired and yellow. Frances provides sound advice on what CAN be done that prevents you from laying down a brand new floor and outlines...
This is a great episode if you’re looking to save money and want to achieve the best aesthetic and superior outcome, plus kick some sustainability goals at the same time.]]>881renovatingtimberfloors,sandingfloors,timberfloorsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-80-your-forever-home-live-floor-plans-meeting-your-lifestyle--464404448cc4f654-d7b5-4903-ad55-2a1d6711cf47Tue, 06 Apr 2021 11:05:12 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live Frances walks through an example of a floorplan she reviewed with a client, and how really examining the clients core objectives for their home to meet their lifestyle questioned some aspects of the home. The discussion lead...709falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-77-bathroom-design-essentials-grout-what-you-need-to-know-guest-richard-earp--4644044527a9c72b-8072-49d2-a7ca-72fbefb066faThu, 18 Mar 2021 07:26:27 +0000Frances CoswayGrout is often an afterthought and not even considered when making bathroom selections. Often it’s left to the tiler to decide on type and colour, which is not ideal. I’ve seen some less than desirable outcomes when the grout colour is not carefully...1451bathroomdesign,bathroomdesigngallery,bathroomdesignideas,bathroomideasaustralia,bathroomideassmallspaces,bathroommodern,bathroomrenovation,bathroomtiles,earpbros,goodbathroomdesign,grout,newbathroomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-75-forever-home-live-taps-vs-mixers--43868118261d8026-4e25-43ad-b39b-ebcbfc70aa2dTue, 09 Mar 2021 22:24:22 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live, Frances answers a query on having a Mixer Tap Vs conventional taps, and outlines her reasons for specifying mixer taps more frequently than normal taps.695bathroommixers,bathroomtaps,mixertaps,tapwear,wallmountedmixer,wallmountedtapsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-74-bathroom-design-essentials-renovations-what-s-possible-at-different-price-points--4386811935c7d9d3-92b3-4365-9c5a-56eda496a62dThu, 04 Mar 2021 09:46:23 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances walks through what is possible when renovating your bathroom at various price points. She covers off options at $1,500 to freshen up a dated bathroom. What can be achieved for about $10,000 and then what you can...1922bathroombudgets,bathroomcosts,bathroomluxe,bathroommakeover,bathroomprices,bathroomrenovation,luxebathroom,luxurybathroom,midrangebathroomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-72-bathroom-design-essentials-choosing-your-bathroom-style-and-colours--436463593d728f85-adfe-49ce-90cf-00920cec7d6aThu, 18 Feb 2021 12:15:56 +0000Frances CoswayIn this podcast episode, Frances outlines how to find the style you’re after for your bathroom. She gives tips to help you determine the style and feeling you’d like to create in your bathroom. Further, she outlines how to start pulling your design...2256bathroomcolour,bathroomdesign,bathroommaterials,bathroomstylefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-71-bathroom-design-essentials-bathroom-storage--43403706
Frances outlines how functionality is critical in a bathroom, as the space can be tight, and without adequate storage through good design, will lead to frustration and the space not working as you need it to.

 ]]>c42fb795-ac4c-4bcc-a302-acb857da0ca6Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:32:17 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the Bathroom Design Essentials Season, Frances outlines why starting with your storage requirements is critical to getting your bathroom designed properly. She outlines the main storage solutions available and what solutions are...
Frances outlines how functionality is critical in a bathroom, as the space can be tight, and without adequate storage through good design, will lead to frustration and the space not working as you need it to.

 ]]>1676bathroomdesign,bathroomideas2021,bathroomideasmelbourne,bathroomideaspodcast,bathroomideassmallspaces,bathroompodcast,bathroomstorage,ensuitestorage,goodbathroomdesign,shavingcabinets,shavingmirrors,storage,vanities,vanitystorage,wetroomstoragefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-70-bathroom-design-essentials-bathroom-layouts--4328019878733c21-33bd-4c2e-9681-138668343c6dThu, 04 Feb 2021 07:00:23 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances is joined by guest Fabieli Fontana, Senior Interior Designer at White Pebble Interiors. They discuss some key considerations to think about, such as privacy and windows, when designing your bathroom, along with...2219bathroomdesign,bathroomdesigngallery,bathroomdesignideas,bathroomideas2021,bathroomideasaustralia,bathroomideasmelbourne,bathroomideassmallspaces,bathroommodern,bathroomplanning,bathroompodcast,bathroomrenovation,goodbathroomdesign,newbathroomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-69-bathroom-design-essentials-season-overview--431626967b85d833-6564-4cde-8c48-795e3b2af900Thu, 28 Jan 2021 10:16:26 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the brand new season, Bathroom Design Essentials, Frances outlines core considerations to think about when renovating or creating a brand new bathroom as part of a new build. She runs through the topics that will be covered in the...972bathroomdesign,bathroomdesigngallery,bathroomdesignideas,bathroomideas2021,bathroomideasaustralia,bathroomideasmelbourne,bathroomideaspodcast,bathroomideassmallspaces,bathroommodern,bathroompodcast,bathroomrenovation,goodbathroomdesign,newbathroomfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-68-2020-covid-and-2021--42625992
For those renovating or building on 2021, she outlines a myriad of free resources available to boost your knowledge over the holiday season, in preparation for 2021. Finally, she also outlines plans for 2021, to assist her community (you) even more.]]>57dc40b8-d105-4b55-812c-f9daf8da5affThu, 17 Dec 2020 17:59:06 +0000Frances CoswayFrances reveals many personal aspects in this podcast episode. She outlines the silver linings that occurred for her during hard lockdown in Melbourne due to Covid 19, and the effect it’s had on her life and her studio. A very personal story. For...
For those renovating or building on 2021, she outlines a myriad of free resources available to boost your knowledge over the holiday season, in preparation for 2021. Finally, she also outlines plans for 2021, to assist her community (you) even more.]]>1318bathroomdesignessentials,blogs,building,covid19,covidlearnings,lockdown,melbournelockdown,newhomepodcast,renovating,renovationpodcast,renovationresources,renovations2021,silverliningsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-67-your-forever-home-live-home-builder-grant-update--42625991285db5e4-136d-49cc-b179-6712ac51b9cbWed, 16 Dec 2020 14:03:31 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live, Frances outlines the updates to the Home Builder Scheme for renovations and new builds. The scheme has been extended into 2021, however there are some changes to eligibility and the grant reduced to $15,000. Learn more in...667homebuilder,homebuilderexplained,homebuilderschemefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-66-a-guest-room-do-you-need-one--423742603a2adaa7-2d05-4769-9fb2-6c78891e2e4cThu, 03 Dec 2020 03:08:02 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, Frances runs through criteria for assessing if a spare.guest room is something you really need, or whether it’s a nice to have. She provides examples of how rooms can be multi-functional – using her own home as an...1387guestroom,guestroomdecoratingideas,guestroomideas,spareroomdecoratingideas,spareroomideas,spareroomsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-65-forever-home-live-christmas-decorating--42374259c8fd2652-03f0-4352-bd50-637b85b0a2bcTue, 01 Dec 2020 08:04:15 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live, Frances runs through different themes for decorating your Christmas tree this year, and linking it to other areas of the home. She talks about using your favourite colours, a ‘nature’ theme, and how you can run that theme...833christmasdecorating,christmasdecoratingideas,christmasideas2020,christmasideasaustralia,christmasthemesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-64-forever-home-live-kitchen-and-dining-pendant-lights--4211554948399f0d-3ec6-4b0b-8274-7782b5b6bb82Tue, 17 Nov 2020 05:32:20 +0000Frances CoswayIn This Forever Home Live Frances discusses the importance of spatial planning and how it affects other choices and selections in your home. She discussed the importance of conducting this at floorplan stage and the reason why533decorating,foreverhome,homedesign,homeimprovement,interiordesign,internalspatialplanning,newbuild,newhomes,planning,renovating,renovationfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-62-kitchen-design-essentials-outdoor-kitchens--4185585602e25a24-08e6-4cad-b6b4-c37121494578Thu, 05 Nov 2020 07:08:18 +0000Frances CoswayIn this episode of the podcast, as part of the Kitchen Design Essentials Season, Frances outlines considerations for an outdoor kitchen. She emphasises the need to plan it upfront as it may impact internal kitchen decisions. She runs through suitable...1636kitchenoutdoorisland,outdoorkitchenbench,outdoorkitchencabinetry,outdoorkitchendesigns,outdoorkitchenideas,outdoorkitchens,outdoorkitchensaustraliafalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-60-forever-home-live-carpet-or-timber-stairs--418558572088b858-633e-4db4-a3c5-1aedd71ddf5dTue, 27 Oct 2020 06:27:09 +0000Frances CoswayIn this Forever Home Live Frances highlights the need to understand the various aspects of stairs before making a decision to have carpet, timber or concrete. The aesthetic is often the leading reason for people to choose their stair type without...832carpetstairs,stairsinwood,timberstairsfalsefull