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by Frances Cosway
Join award winning interior designer, author and Forever Home expert, Frances, as she takes you on the journey to create the Forever Home of your dreams.Frances will help you navigate all the big ticket items, and all the little details that get lost along with way when renovating or building a new home. Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you're planned and prepared for the journey, she'll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beautiful.Guests will also join Frances to share their insight and expertise on various topics, so you're getting well rounded information from a wide source of specialists.Frances has helped hundreds of people create Forever Homes that are designed for their lifestyles and reflects who they are, and is super passionate about you getting your Forever Home right. She's also built her home Forever Home, so she knows first hand what it takes, and what you need to know.Share the journey, and let Fran
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- 1 weeks ago33 min
E172 - Why Floor Plans Aren't Enough for Your Home Design
Internal elevations are one of the most important design documents for any renovation or new home build, yet they're often overlooked. In this episode, Frances explains what internal elevations are, why they're different from floor plans and cabinetry drawings, and how they help you avoid costly mistakes, minimise variations and maintain control over your project's outcome.
- Sep 30, 202626 min
E171 - The Hidden Cost of Pinterest Design Inspiration
Inspiration images from Pinterest, Instagram and magazines can be a brilliant starting point for your home design, but they don't always tell the full story. In this episode, Frances explains what those beautiful images may not show, the hidden costs of trying to copy them, and how to use inspiration to create a functional, long-lasting Forever Home™ that is uniquely yours.
- Sep 2, 202623 min
E170 - House Design Decisions That Are Hard to Change Later
Some home design decisions are easy to update later, while others can be incredibly difficult and costly to change. In this episode, Frances explores the permanent decisions to prioritise early in your renovation or new build, from ceiling heights and window placement to plumbing, power points and room layouts, so your Forever Home™ remains comfortable, functional and flexible for years to come.
- Aug 5, 202632 min
E169 - Home Design to Suit Every Season
A truly well-designed home should feel comfortable in every season—not just when the heating or cooling is switched on. In this episode, Frances shares the design decisions that help homes stay naturally cooler in summer, warmer in winter, and more enjoyable to live in all year round. From passive solar design and insulation to ventilation, landscaping and window design, discover how thoughtful planning creates a Forever Home™ that performs beautifully every day.
- Jul 1, 202630 min
E168 - Little Home Design Mistakes That Make Homes Frustrating to Live In
A 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 functionality. Learn how thoughtful planning can help you create a home that's not only beautiful, but effortless to live in.
- Jun 3, 202632 min
E167 - How to Create a Warm and Welcoming Home
What 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 feeling of a space. From timber and textiles to lighting and undertones, she shares practical interior design ideas to help you create a welcoming home that feels warm and inviting.
- May 6, 202631 min
E166 - Designing Your Home for Daily Living
In 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 home that works harder, feels better, and supports your Forever Home™ lifestyle.
- Apr 8, 202648 min
E165 - Volume Builder vs Custom Build: Key Differences Explained for Your Forever Home
In 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 homeowners off guard. She compares this with the custom build process, showing how greater flexibility, expert guidance, and curated selections can transform the experience, and actually end up being a more cost effective option - even if it doesn't seem it upfront. If you're planning your Forever Home™, this episode will help you make more confident, informed decisions from the start.
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About My Forever Home
Join award winning interior designer, author and Forever Home expert, Frances, as she takes you on the journey to create the Forever Home of your dreams.Frances will help you navigate all the big ticket items, and all the little details that get lost along with way when renovating or building a new home. Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you're planned and prepared for the journey, she'll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beautiful.Guests will also join Frances to share their insight and expertise on various topics, so you're getting well rounded information from a wide source of specialists.Frances has helped hundreds of people create Forever Homes that are designed for their lifestyles and reflects who they are, and is super passionate about you getting your Forever Home right. She's also built her home Forever Home, so she knows first hand what it takes, and what you need to know.Share the journey, and let Fran
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