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Dear Alice | Interior Design

Dear Alice | Interior Design

Alice Lane 377 Episodes Sep 17, 2026

Dear Alice is an Interior Design podcast hosted by Jessica Bennett and Suzanne Hall, the founders of Alice Lane Interior Design. They explore high-end design and interior fashion with a blend of lifestyle advice and wit. The show offers insights into creating beautiful, tasteful spaces.

Episodes

Stone Masterclass with Dan Nelson: Everything You Need to Know About Natural Stone
Stone Masterclass with Dan Nelson: Everything You Need to Know About Natural Stone Sep 17, 2026 3520 Stone expert Dan Nelson joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for an in-depth conversation about countertops, natural stone, marble, quartzite, granite, and choosing the right stone for your home. We cover everything from stone types, thickness, sourcing, and current countertop trends to polished versus honed finishes, colorful stone, rare marble, the world's best quarries, and how to care
2026 Design Trends to Keep
2026 Design Trends to Keep Sep 10, 2026 2289 The best 2026 interior design trends are bringing more color, texture, pattern, and personality back into our homes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing the home decorating trends and interior design trends worth keeping, including color drenching, high-gloss finishes, warm deep woods, statement tile, wellness spaces, curved details, pattern on pattern, cocktai
10 Things Thom Filicia Has Learned After Decades in Interior Design
10 Things Thom Filicia Has Learned After Decades in Interior Design Sep 3, 2026 2697 Thom Filicia joins the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast for a candid conversation about interior design, furniture design, building a successful design career, and what he's learned after decades in the industry. Thom shares advice for young designers, overlooked opportunities, business lessons no one teaches in design school, and how television has changed the way the public thinks about interi
How to Mix Materials: Flooring, Hardware, & Lights
How to Mix Materials: Flooring, Hardware, & Lights Aug 27, 2026 1716 Thoughtfully mixing materials is what gives an interior depth, warmth, and personality. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing how we mix flooring, cabinetry, stone, wallpaper, paint, lighting, and hardware to create layered and cohesive interiors. From choosing wood versus stone flooring to mixing cabinet finishes, adding warmth at eye level, and combining lig
Interior Designers React to Your Hottest Design Takes
Interior Designers React to Your Hottest Design Takes Aug 20, 2026 2037 Some interior design opinions are almost guaranteed to spark a debate, and we're sharing plenty of them in this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast. Joined by hot takes from our listeners, we discuss the decorating trends, design decisions, and industry advice that deserve a second look. From marble versus quartz and open shelving to painted wood, resale value, neutral interiors,
10 Reasons Your Home Feels Unfinished
10 Reasons Your Home Feels Unfinished Aug 13, 2026 1637 If your home feels like it's missing something, it probably isn't the furniture—it's the finishing details. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're sharing 10 reasons your room feels unfinished and the simple design elements that instantly make a space feel more complete. We discuss everything from window treatments, artwork, rugs, lighting, and hardware to adding color
Overlooked Design Details: Kitchens & Pantries
Overlooked Design Details: Kitchens & Pantries Aug 6, 2026 3296 A beautiful kitchen starts with thoughtful planning—not just beautiful finishes. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're breaking down the essential decisions that create a kitchen that's both highly functional and timeless. From designing an efficient kitchen layout and organizing cabinetry to selecting countertops, backsplashes, lighting, appliances, and hardware, we
Behind the Scenes at Alice Lane
Behind the Scenes at Alice Lane Jul 30, 2026 3076 What happens when the Alice Lane team gets to interview the hosts? In this special behind-the-scenes episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, our employees ask the questions they've always wanted answered, leading to one of our most personal and entertaining conversations yet. We talk about the design projects that changed how we approach interiors, how we know when a room is truly fi
How to Work With a Builder with Erin Stetzer
How to Work With a Builder with Erin Stetzer Jul 23, 2026 2606 Building a custom home is one of the biggest investments you'll ever make, and the right builder can make all the difference. In this episode of the Dear Alice Interior Design Podcast, we're joined by luxury custom home builder Erin Stetzer to talk about what really happens behind the scenes of a successful build. With more than 25 years of experience building high-end homes alongside leading a
18 Biggest Furniture Buying Mistakes
18 Biggest Furniture Buying Mistakes Jul 16, 2026 1776 From oversized sectionals to undersized rugs, some furniture mistakes can make even the most beautiful home feel awkward. In this episode, we're sharing the biggest furniture buying mistakes we see homeowners make from choosing the wrong scale, seat height, and table proportions to falling for trendy pieces that don't function well in real life. Whether you're furnishing a new home, redesigning a
Everything You Need to Know About Window Treatments
Everything You Need to Know About Window Treatments Jul 9, 2026 2267 Window treatments can make or break a room but with so many options, where do you start? In this episode, we break down everything you need to know about custom window treatments, including the difference between drapery, curtains, Roman shades, and café curtains, how to choose the right fabrics and pleat styles, and the hardware details that instantly elevate a space. We also tackle challenging w
The Biggest Mistakes When Hiring a Designer
The Biggest Mistakes When Hiring a Designer Jul 1, 2026 2515 Thinking about hiring an interior designer but not sure where to start? In this episode, we break down how to choose the right interior designer for your project, from understanding the difference between interior design and decorating to vetting portfolios, checking references, discussing budgets, and spotting red flags before you sign a contract. Whether you're planning a custom home build, home

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