Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Maegan Blau, founder of Blue Copper Design, a Phoenix-based designer known for her vibrant, modern take on accessible and inclusive spaces. Maegan shares her journey from navigating her own wheelchair-accessible home renovation to building a design philosophy rooted in creativity, adaptability, and the belief that accessibility can still be beautiful. Caroline and Maegan dive deep into advocating for clients, redefining what “livable design” means, and designing spaces that honor every stage of a person’s life.

Caroline also reads two anonymous confessions — the first from a designer who kept hearing voices in an old home, and the second involving a client who, during a site visit, revealed an unexpected surprise… an ankle monitor.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:22: Guest introduction: Sarah’s background and path into editorial design
• 18:03: Maegan Blau's Vice
• 20:37: Confession #1: Voices in an old home
• 27:52: Confession #2: Client with an ankle monitor
• 37:07: Questions
• 63:18: What made Maegan Feel

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📲 Stay inspired—follow Maegan for bold, accessible design insights:

• Instagram: @bluecopperdesign
• Website: bluecopper.design

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Sarah Lyon, a writer, editor, stylist, and design-obsessed creative whose work has appeared in Apartment Therapy, The Spruce, Domino, and more. Sarah shares how she carved out a career at the intersection of interiors and storytelling, why she loves highlighting real homes, and what she’s learned from stepping into countless personal spaces. Caroline and Sarah dive into the realities of styling, navigating client expectations, and the surprising emotional layers behind their work.

And of course,Caroline reads two anonymous confessions from fellow designers: one about discovering a client’s literal ashes hidden inside their antique furniture, and another about stumbling upon a rare tapestry without realizing how valuable it truly was.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:22: Guest introduction: Sarah’s background and path into editorial design
• 26:01: Sarah's Vice
• 28:11: Confession #1: Designing with the dead: Ashes hidden in a client’s antique furniture
• 33:01: Confession #2: The rare tapestry find I didn’t know was priceless
• 43:30: Questions
• 50:59: What made Sarah feel

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📲 Stay inspired—follow Sarah for beautifully told design stories:

• Instagram: @sarahlyon9
• Website: sarahilyon.com

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📝 Credits: 

• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Abigail Morris, founder of Abigail Morris Interiors, known for her warm, layered spaces and thoughtful, client-centered approach. Abigail shares her journey from design school to running her own studio, what she’s learned about setting boundaries, and how she approaches projects with both creativity and clarity. Caroline and Abigail dive into unexpected client dynamics, the realities of managing budgets, and how designers cope with the emotional labor of their work.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:22: Abigail’s design background and philosophy
• 10:25: Abigail’s vice
• 11:09: Confession #1 - Client paid a designer but remodeled the entire space in a weekend
• 20:04: Confession #2 - Client turning a single mistake into multiple tragedies
• 34:43: Questions
• 44:39: What made Abigail feel

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📲 Stay inspired—follow Abigail for cozy, crafted interiors:

• Instagram: @Abigail.Morris.Interiors
• Website: AbigailMorrisInteriors.com

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Laura Lester, founder of Lester Fine Art, an advisor specializing in modern, post-war, and contemporary art. With nearly 20 years of experience in New York and Chicago, Laura has advised private collectors and interior designers, curated major exhibitions, and served on the Women’s Board of the MCA Chicago. In this episode Laura talks about commissioning art, working with high-end collectors, and the importance of clear expectations when a project involves large, statement works. Caroline also reads two anonymous listener confessions and reacts—one about a client who insisted everything be “collectible” (money no object), and the other about a dramatic commissioned artwork that caused a jaw-dropping installation moment.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:22: Laura’s background and industry journey
• 20:47: Laura’s vice
• 21:47: Confession #1 - Everything must be collectible and money isn't a problem
• 37:20: Confession #2 - Dramatic commissioned artwork of the "masculine" variety.
• 49:14: Question #1 - What's one thing you wish every designer unstood about working with art?
• 50:59: Question #2 - What's your advice for designers who want to establish and maintain a long term relationship with an art advisor?
• 52:23: What made Laura feel

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📲 Discover modern & contemporary art collecting! Follow Laura for collecting & advisory insights::

• Instagram: @LesterFineArt
• Website: lesterfineart.com

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Erin and Matt of Kismet House. Together, the pair share how they balance design, family, and their very different approach to both their personal and professional challenges. Erin opens up about her journey from hobbyist decorator to the founder of Kismet House, the power of vulnerability in design, and the lessons learned from sharing her life online. Matt offers his perspective on shifting his career after a firefighting injury, and how to support your wife in her vision as a designer.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:22: Erin and Matt’s background and industry journey
• 20:54: Erin and Matts vice
• 22:55: Confession #1 - The Paris trip gone wrong
• 34:22: Confession #2 - The rug disaster
• 41:30: Question #1 - As a passion project, at what point did it feel like it could be bigger?
• 46:19: Question #2 - Because of how you structure your content, do you feel your followers feel more connected with you?
• 49:58: Question #3 - What's a design risk you've taken that has paid off and one that didn't go as planned?
• 53:23: Question #4 - What have you learned about each other through the process of designing and building as a team?
• 57:48: What made Erin and Matt feel

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📲 Stay inspired! Follow Erin & Matt for honest, down-to-earth design inspiration:

• Instagram: @kismethouse
• Website: Kismet-House.com

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner sits down with Zoë Feldman, founder and principal designer of Zoë Feldman Design, a Washington, D.C. based interior design firm celebrated for its sophisticated, sustainable, and personality-driven spaces. Zoë opens up about her path from working under Alexa Hampton to building her own nationally recognized firm, how she balances bold design with timeless appeal, and why vulnerability has been a secret ingredient to her success. Together, Caroline and Zoë explore the emotional side of design, from managing client expectations to creating spaces that truly reflect the people who live in them.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 01:10: Zoë’s background and industry journey
• 21:42: Zoë’s vice
• 23:06: Confession #1 - Non-responsive client takes all the credit
• 34:58: Confession #2 - AI client references
• 48:23: Question #1 - What was a decision you agonized over that made a huge difference?
• 52:29: Question #2 - Hearing more on the Give Back Program/Initiative. How were you inspired to do that and how does it work?
• 56:33: Question #3 - How do you balance your partnership and media opportunities with the time you devote to your firm? 
• 58:07: What made Zoë feel

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📲 Stay inspired! Follow Zoë for bold and beautiful design inspiration:

• Instagram: @zoefeldmandesign
• Website: zoefeldmandesign.com

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• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner wraps up an incredible first season with a compilation of some of the juiciest and most unforgettable confession moments. Caroline reflects on the journey of creating the podcast, the overwhelming support from listeners, and the incredible stories that have shaped this season. She shares her excitement for season two, with big plans and amazing guests already lined up. Caroline also invites listeners to share their feedback—what you loved, what you’d change, and what you’d like to hear more of next season. Plus, don’t miss her tips on how to stay connected during the break and make sure you’re the first to hear when season two drops!

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:21: Caroline season 1 sign-off
• 02:18: Confession #01 - The affair behind the drapes
• 07:14: Confession #02 - The chair swap scandal
• 11:46: Confession #03 - The mouse mansion
• 16:55: Confession #04 - The reward
• 21:11: Confession #05 - The red room
• 25:37: Confession #06 - They want what they want
• 29:59: Confession #07 - The haunted house
• 34:48: Confession #08 - The client's crush
• 39:56: Confession #09 - The woman on the side
• 44:51: Confession #10 - The couch that ruined it all
• 50:38: Confession #11 - The spit and the stone
• 54:35: Confession #12 - The criminal empire

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Gracie Miller - Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Elizabeth Kruger, the founder of Elizabeth Kruger Design. With over a decade of experience in new construction, large-scale renovations, and full home furnishing projects, Elizabeth has built a name for herself in the industry. Her work has been featured in Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Luxe Magazine, among many others. In this episode, she shares her journey from working in Chicago to managing projects across the country and the challenges of maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:21: Elizabeth's background and industry journey
• 27:26: Elizabeth's vice
• 30:14: Confession #1 - Not all money is good money
• 49:08: Confession #2 - Being 2 places at once
• 62:35: Question #1 - How do you balance personal and team support?
• 63:59: Question #2 - What should people going into the industry know?
• 65:40: What made Elizabeth feel 

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📲 Stay inspired—follow Elizabeth for design insights:

• Instagram: @elizabeth.kruger.design
• Website: elizabethkrugerdesign.com

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Gracie Miller - Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Lauren Taylor, an interior architecture and lifestyle photographer known for capturing the soul of beautifully designed spaces. Lauren shares her journey from fine art photography to working with top interior designers, the ethical challenges of sharing work online, and her thoughts on the business relationship between photographers and designers. She also dives into the impact of AI-generated photography, how it’s shaking up the industry, and why real-life texture and authenticity might be the best defense against the rise of artificial imagery.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:21: Lauren's Story
• 08:17: Lauren's Vice
• 10:21: Confession: posting design photos ends badly
• 51:46: Question #1: Helping photographers thrive on a shoot
• 55:48: Question #2: Craziest experience
• 60:10: What made Lauren feel

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📲 Capturing interiors with artistry—follow Lauren for stunning architectural and lifestyle photography:

• Instagram: @LaurenTaylorCreative
• Website: LaurenTaylorCreative.com

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• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Gracie Miller - Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to another episode of Confessions of an Interior Designer!

Today, host Caroline Turner chats with Kristin Cali Schloemer, owner and founder of Calia Stone Boutique, a Chicago-based showroom redefining the natural stone industry with glam, expertise, and sophistication. Kristin shares her journey from interior design school to running her own stone boutique, navigating the challenges of business ownership, and learning to trust her instincts. She opens up about a her thoughts on quartz, the risks of working with unreliable suppliers, and how she built a thriving business from the ground up—sometimes by making it up as she went along.

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⏰ Timestamps:

• 00:00: Intro and welcome with Caroline Turner
• 00:21: Kristin's story
• 22:14: Question #1 - Helping clients decide to go the natural stone route
• 26:35: Traveling to Italy
• 29:03: Questions #2 - Why no Quartz?
• 37:57: Kristin's vice
• 39:31: Confession #1 - Supplier sold my slabs
• 58:30: Confession #2 - Supplier grossed out my client
• 64:51: What made Kristin feel

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📲 Bringing glam and expertise to the stone industry—follow Kristin for all things natural stone:

• Instagram: @calia_stone_boutique
• Website: caliastone.com

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📝 Credits: 

• Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
• Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Producer
• Gracie Miller - Producer
• Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography