Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo
Artwork

Content provided by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

Ep. 423: An Intentional Home with Caitlin Creer

51:06
 
Share
 

Manage episode 495902820 series 1292239
Content provided by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Caroline and Liz are joined by esteemed Utah-based designer Caitlin Creer, who shares details of her debut book, 'An Intentional Home: Creating Spaces for Living Beautifully,' Caitlin shares her design journey, the influence of her travels, and the art of balancing form and function in home decor.

The conversation delves into Caitlin’s approach to discovering clients’ unique styles, the importance of reflection in design, and how childhood memories shape living spaces. Caitlin provides practical advice on using color, layering textures, and blending personal touches to create authentic homes. Wrapping up, Caitlin discusses upcoming design trends and practical tips for making homes both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

What You’ll Hear on This Episode:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Ballard Designs Podcast
  • 00:33 Meet Designer Caitlin Creer
  • 00:53 Caitlin's Journey and New Book
  • 01:41 Design Philosophy and Book Insights
  • 02:38 Creating Personalized Spaces
  • 03:50 Reflecting on Personal Style
  • 06:09 Incorporating Client's Personal History
  • 13:45 Balancing Form and Function
  • 15:21 Designing Functional Family Homes
  • 25:30 Making Large Spaces Feel Cozy
  • 26:28 Designing with Layers: Floors, Walls, and Ceilings
  • 26:59 Choosing the Star of the Room
  • 27:26 Incorporating Texture and Color
  • 28:24 The Recipe Analogy in Home Design
  • 29:23 The Importance of Finishing Touches
  • 31:05 Trends in Color and Design for 2025
  • 33:37 Using Color in Children's Spaces
  • 36:31 Creating a Cohesive Color Palette
  • 39:25 Inspiration from Travel and Nature
  • 41:05 Ralph Lauren's Influence on Design

Also Mentioned:

Please send in your decorating dilemmas + pictures so we can answer them on an upcoming episode (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) . And, of course, please subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already in Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss a new episode.

Happy Decorating!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

440 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 495902820 series 1292239
Content provided by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caroline McDonald and Ballard Designs or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Caroline and Liz are joined by esteemed Utah-based designer Caitlin Creer, who shares details of her debut book, 'An Intentional Home: Creating Spaces for Living Beautifully,' Caitlin shares her design journey, the influence of her travels, and the art of balancing form and function in home decor.

The conversation delves into Caitlin’s approach to discovering clients’ unique styles, the importance of reflection in design, and how childhood memories shape living spaces. Caitlin provides practical advice on using color, layering textures, and blending personal touches to create authentic homes. Wrapping up, Caitlin discusses upcoming design trends and practical tips for making homes both aesthetically pleasing and functional.

What You’ll Hear on This Episode:

  • 00:00 Introduction to Ballard Designs Podcast
  • 00:33 Meet Designer Caitlin Creer
  • 00:53 Caitlin's Journey and New Book
  • 01:41 Design Philosophy and Book Insights
  • 02:38 Creating Personalized Spaces
  • 03:50 Reflecting on Personal Style
  • 06:09 Incorporating Client's Personal History
  • 13:45 Balancing Form and Function
  • 15:21 Designing Functional Family Homes
  • 25:30 Making Large Spaces Feel Cozy
  • 26:28 Designing with Layers: Floors, Walls, and Ceilings
  • 26:59 Choosing the Star of the Room
  • 27:26 Incorporating Texture and Color
  • 28:24 The Recipe Analogy in Home Design
  • 29:23 The Importance of Finishing Touches
  • 31:05 Trends in Color and Design for 2025
  • 33:37 Using Color in Children's Spaces
  • 36:31 Creating a Cohesive Color Palette
  • 39:25 Inspiration from Travel and Nature
  • 41:05 Ralph Lauren's Influence on Design

Also Mentioned:

Please send in your decorating dilemmas + pictures so we can answer them on an upcoming episode (⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠) . And, of course, please subscribe to the podcast if you haven’t already in Apple Podcasts or Spotify so you never miss a new episode.

Happy Decorating!

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  continue reading

440 episodes

सभी एपिसोड

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play