Home Podcasts Daring Home Decor | Interior Design, Colourful Home Decor, Unique Home Decorating, Maximalist Decor, DIY Home Projects
Daring Home Decor | Interior Design, Colourful Home Decor, Unique Home Decorating, Maximalist Decor, DIY Home Projects

Daring Home Decor | Interior Design, Colourful Home Decor, Unique Home Decorating, Maximalist Decor, DIY Home Projects

Cara Baker - Virtual Interior Designer, Bold Decor Coach 171 episodes Nov 10, 2026

Daring Home Decor is a podcast for homeowners who want to decorate confidently with color, pattern, and bold accessories. Host Cara Baker, a virtual interior designer and bold decor coach, shares practical interior design secrets, hacks, and step-by-step guidance for creating a personality-filled home. Episodes address common struggles like finishing DIY projects, getting a partner on board, and moving past beige, lackluster rooms. The show encourages listeners to experiment with maximalist decor and develop their own style instead of following trends.

Episodes

EP 165 // Is Your Home Ready For The Darker Nights? 5 Lighting Tricks To Try
EP 165 // Is Your Home Ready For The Darker Nights? 5 Lighting Tricks To Try Nov 10, 2026 20:55 Those darker evenings are creeping in, but is your lighting doing your gorgeous decor any favours? I'm sharing five lighting tricks to help you create a home that looks just as good after dark as it does during the day. Think cosy atmosphere, quirky touches and a little unexpected drama! Because lighting isn't just practical. It's a chance to get creative with your interior design and make those c
EP 164 // 4 Home Decor Myths You Need To Stop Believing
EP 164 // 4 Home Decor Myths You Need To Stop Believing Nov 3, 2026 16:47 Some home decor advice gets repeated so often it starts to feel like fact. In this episode, I’m challenging four decorating myths that can hold you back, knock your confidence and influence the choices you make in your home. If you’re ready to question a few old interior design beliefs, this one’s worth a listen.   Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Dec
EP 163 // Instead Of Following Home Trends, Try These 3 Tips To Create YOUR Unique Interior Design
EP 163 // Instead Of Following Home Trends, Try These 3 Tips To Create YOUR Unique Interior Design Oct 27, 2026 13:50 Home trends can be great for inspiration, but they can also make it harder to hear your own taste. In this episode, I’m talking about how to create a more unique interior design by trusting what you genuinely love, mixing styles with confidence and making choices that feel personal rather than trend-led.   Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Decor Comm
EP 162 // How To Make A New Build Less ‘New Buildy’ And Add Character To Your Home
EP 162 // How To Make A New Build Less ‘New Buildy’ And Add Character To Your Home Oct 20, 2026 14:51 Love the ease of a new build but miss the charm, detail and architectural interest of an older home? In this episode, I’m talking about how to add character to a new build without trying to fake period features. Think more depth, personality and interest, while still keeping everything suited to a modern home.   Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Deco
EP 161 // 5 Unexpected Autumn Colour Palette Duos
EP 161 // 5 Unexpected Autumn Colour Palette Duos Oct 13, 2026 15:18 Autumn decorating doesn’t have to mean the same predictable colour palette every year. In this episode, I’m looking at unexpected autumn colour combinations that can make your home feel cosy, stylish and full of personality. If you love colourful interiors and want seasonal decor that feels fresh rather than obvious, this one’s for you.   Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Joi
EP 160 // Want An Eclectic Home Without The Chaos? My Secrets To Getting It Right
EP 160 // Want An Eclectic Home Without The Chaos? My Secrets To Getting It Right Oct 6, 2026 12:12 Love eclectic interiors but worry your room could tip from brilliantly mixed to complete jumble? In this episode, I’m sharing how I approach eclectic interior design so colour, pattern, vintage finds, modern pieces and quirky decor can all live together without the room feeling chaotic. It’s about mixing what you love without losing the thread that pulls it all together. Enjoy and Stay Daring! Car
EP 159 // Calling All Creative Home Owners! 3 Wow-Factor DIY Wall Decor Ideas
EP 159 // Calling All Creative Home Owners! 3 Wow-Factor DIY Wall Decor Ideas Sep 29, 2026 16:06 Why buy something predictable for your walls when you could create something nobody else has? In this episode, I’m sharing creative DIY wall decor ideas designed to get you thinking differently about your home. If you love bold decor, colour, pattern and the idea of making something with real wow factor, this one should get your creative brain whirring.   Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT
EP 158 // Are You Guilty Of ‘Safe’ Interior Design? 5 Steps To Correct This
EP 158 // Are You Guilty Of ‘Safe’ Interior Design? 5 Steps To Correct This Sep 22, 2026 13:09 Are you decorating the home you really want, or the one you think you’re supposed to have? In this episode, I’m digging into why safe interior design can creep in, how fear of judgement and getting it wrong can hold you back, and what it takes to start making bolder decorating choices with more confidence. Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Decor Comm
EP 157 // Clever Switches To Style Your Home For Fall
EP 157 // Clever Switches To Style Your Home For Fall Sep 15, 2026 13:52 Love the idea of your home changing with the seasons, but not the thought of constantly restyling it? In this episode, I’m sharing clever fall decor ideas that help you shift the mood of your home without turning seasonal decorating into another job. Think less faff, more impact, and a home that still feels fresh as the season changes.   Enjoy and Stay Daring!   Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Jo
EP 156 // Have You Tried Colour Drenching Yet? Here's All The Deets
EP 156 // Have You Tried Colour Drenching Yet? Here's All The Deets Sep 8, 2026 22:20 Colour drenching is popping up everywhere, from designer interiors to bold homes on Instagram. I’m breaking down what it actually means, why it’s become so popular and how it can completely change the mood of a room. Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x   YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Decor Community   Get on the Insider List    Visit my website daringhomedecor.co.uk   Questions or he
EP 155 // Scared of Pattern? Try This First in Your Home Decor
EP 155 // Scared of Pattern? Try This First in Your Home Decor Sep 1, 2026 18:10 Love pattern, but keep getting stuck on where to begin? Maybe you’ve saved loads of patterned rooms, wallpapers and fabrics, but when it comes to choosing something for your own home, everything suddenly feels harder. I’m helping you find one clear first move, so you can stop overthinking it and start using pattern with more confidence. Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join th
EP 154 // Want a Bold Room Makeover? Follow This Easy Interior Design Framework
EP 154 // Want a Bold Room Makeover? Follow This Easy Interior Design Framework Aug 25, 2026 19:59 That room makeover you keep thinking about can quickly turn into too many ideas, too many decisions and no clue what to do first. This week on the podcast, I’m talking you through an easy interior design framework to help you organise the process and finally move the room forward. Enjoy and Stay Daring! Cara x YOUR NEXT BOLD STEPS:   Join the FREE Daring Home Decor Community   Get on the Insider L

Recommended