How to Home

Gemma Gear & Maxine Brady: Interior Design and Home Decor Experts
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Interior Stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share their expert advice so that you can create your dream home. This podcast covers everything to do with interiors and home design. Each week this podcast deep dives into a hot home decor topic, offering inspiration, practical solutions and personal insights – as well as sharing their own experiences of renovating and decorating their own homes. Professional interior stylists, Maxine & Gemma, have transformed 1000s of rooms across the UK, as well as styled shoots for magazines, interior brands and TV shows. There isn’t anything these two don’t know about interiors! Think of them as your decorating agony aunties, or your decorating best friends who tell you like it is. If you love interior design, home trends, renovations, decorating and home decor, then subscribe so you don't miss a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. SEASON 5 TRAILER

    How to Home - Series 5 Trailer

    Welcome to Series 5 of How to Home Podcast! Join professional interior stylists, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, as they launch the fifth series of How to Home Podcast. Maxine & Gemma have a collective 35 years experience working in the interiors industry and are both excited to introduce the new series which will be packed with expert tips, practical design solutions & interior inspiration. They've spent the summer plotting, planning (and drinking way too many flat whites) to bring you the most jam-packed series yet, with lots of interior expert advice, clever styling tricks and inspiring guests. This series will cover these hot interior topics:  EP1 - How to give your home the WOW factor EP2 - How to create your own winter rituals at home EP3 - How to cheat a high-end designer look with clever interior styling EP4 - How to decorate for joy: The dopamine décor effect EP5 - How to extend the life of your home decor: 6 tips for a timeless look EP6 - How to avoid decision paralysis when decorating your home EP7 - How to have a stress-free Christmas at home EP8 - Q&A with How to Home: Answering your how-to's To end the series, they will be finishing with their ever-so-popular Q&A episode where they will hand the mic over to you guys, answering your interior How-to’s! So please don't hesitate to get in touch with with any of your interior design questions & dilemmas. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave a 5 star review if you like what you hear! How to Home Podcast is proudly sponsored by Lust Home. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Website How to Home Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2 min

  2. JUN 12

    Answering your how-to's! Q&A with How to Home - S4

    In the last episode for series 4 of How to Home Podcast, interior stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, hand the mic back over to you listeners! They answer your decorating dilemmas, from tackling a home stuck in a time capsule from the 70s, to someone needing advice on keeping things tidy and clean with a busy household, to a lady who wants to claim back her home after a recent divorce... Maxine and Gemma also share their latest ventures and plans for the next series so tune in to find out more! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min

  3. JUN 5

    How to fearlessly mix patterns in your home (without overwhelming your space)

    In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to fearlessly mix patterns into your home, without overwhelming your space! They talk you through the basic rules of mixing patterns within your home decor to create a harmonious look. They also guide you through the do’s and don’ts when mixing patterns, tips on balancing scales - and share lots of examples of complimentary pattern pairings so that you can incorporate them into your home successfully. Along with a guest interview with senior designer, Kirsty Harper, from Ian Mankin sharing all things patterns... This is definitely an episode not to be missed! Tune in to find out more. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    42 min

  4. MAY 29

    How to avoid these 5 common decorating disasters

    In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to avoid the 5 most common decorating disasters. From tackling incomplete home DIY projects, not always buying cheap and ensuring you don't cut corners, this is an episode that is perfect for newbie homeowners or for those embarking on a new home project. They also share their top tip on how to avoid mistakes going forward as well as how to own up to the decorating disasters and not let it put you off decorating in the future. Tune in to find out more! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min

  5. MAY 22

    How to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trends

    In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with 2025’s top interior design trends. Firstly discussing what are the biggest trends for 2025 with a breakdown of colour palettes, furniture styles and decor elements. They also share lots of easy & budget friendly ways that you can update your space with these new trends - and give their opinions on which trends they think are here to stay, and which ones might be short-lived! Tune in to find out more! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min

  6. MAY 15

    How to choose the best paint colours for your home

    In this episode interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to choose the best colours for your home with lots of practical tips and mistakes to avoid! They’ll teach you how to choose a colour palette that suits your space and style as well as sharing their knowledge on colour psychology and how different shades can impact the mood of a space. After this episode you’ll understand the importance of considering lighting & room size and get a true understanding of your personal preferences when selecting the colours for your home. They also get an exclusive interview with one of the colour experts at Earthborn Paints, Bailey Williams, who shares her insights on how to choose colours that you not only love, but also feel timeless. With lots of expert tips on how best to judge the lighting in a room when picking the best paint shades - Tune in to find out more! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min

  7. MAY 8

    How to decorate with a partner (and avoid arguments!)

    In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to decorate with a partner… To avoid any arguments! With lots of funny and personal insights, they both get to the bottom of how to find common ground when making big design decisions. They share advice on communication and compromise, practical ways to negotiate and ultimately how to get your own way if you’re dead set on standing firm… This is a good one! Tune in to find out more! How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    41 min

  8. MAY 1

    How to make a small home feel bigger

    In this episode, interior stylists and design experts, Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear, share their expert tips and tricks on how to make a small home feel bigger. Learn how to master your floor plan & furniture layout with lots of interior design tricks and the importance of multifunctional furniture, storage space with some clever decluttering tips too. They also get an exclusive interview with the editor in chief of Ideal Home Magazine, Heather Young, who shares her insights into small-space living. Don't miss out on this extra-special guest interview, and find out what her top tips are for living in a small space. How to Home Podcast is your ultimate interiors guide for creating your dream home. Don’t forget to subscribe so you get all of the latest news & leave us a 5 star review if you like what you hear!  * This podcast is proudly sponsored by Earthborn Paints. Visit earthbornpaints.co.uk to find out more about their eco-friendly and beautifully pigmented paints. * GET IN TOUCH Feedback? We're listening! Contact us at: Instagram: @howtohome.podcast TikTok: @howtohome.podcast WANT MORE? Follow hosts Maxine Brady & Gemma Gear on Instagram: @maxinebradystyling @thatssogemma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
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Interior Stylists Maxine Brady and Gemma Gear share their expert advice so that you can create your dream home. This podcast covers everything to do with interiors and home design. Each week this podcast deep dives into a hot home decor topic, offering inspiration, practical solutions and personal insights – as well as sharing their own experiences of renovating and decorating their own homes. Professional interior stylists, Maxine & Gemma, have transformed 1000s of rooms across the UK, as well as styled shoots for magazines, interior brands and TV shows. There isn’t anything these two don’t know about interiors! Think of them as your decorating agony aunties, or your decorating best friends who tell you like it is. If you love interior design, home trends, renovations, decorating and home decor, then subscribe so you don't miss a thing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Gemma Gear & Maxine Brady: Interior Design and Home Decor Experts
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Gemma Gear & Maxine Brady
  • Show Website
    How to Home

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