Making final selections on your furnishings is an exciting milestone. But placing furniture orders isn’t the end of the design process. It’s the start of a whole new stage: implementation. A dynamic, live phase that sees your dream interior furnishings come to fruition. More than just ‘coordinating furniture deliveries’ implementation is an art and a specialist skill requiring strategy, negotiation, problem solving and live judgement calls. In today’s episode I’m sharing how I guide my clients through this phase and the difference a leadership approach makes to the final outcome. Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/janeledgerinteriors I’d love to hear from you in the DMs. Ready to elevate your home and your lifestyle? Jane Ledger Platinum is here. Let’s chat! https://www.janeledger.com.au
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41: The Best Rug Advice No One Ever Told You with Chris Hoyne
Have you ever spent money on a rug, only to be disappointed when it doesn’t last?Today my guest Chris Hoyne from Temple Fine Rugs shares the secret to finding the right rug and how to invest your money wisely. You’ll discover:- What fibres are the best fibres to choose for a rug that’s going look beautiful and perform for you over the long term- The truth about what rugs can be washed and what rugs are impossible to clean- Why weasel words like ‘art silk’, ‘bamboo silk’ and viscose have crept into the industry and what they really mean- The top questions to ask before you buy any rug- The traps of buying a budget-priced rug that looks good onlineOur chat will surprise and delight you as we uncover what’s really behind the rug manufacturing industry and how you can source a beautifully made and sustainable rug for your home. Connect with Temple Fine Rugs @templefinerugs Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/janeledgerinteriors I’d love to hear from you in the DMs. Ready to elevate your home and your lifestyle? Jane Ledger Platinum is here. Let’s chat! https://www.janeledger.com.au
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40: Your Furnishings Investment Plan
In this episode I’m sharing how I create a Furnishings Investment Plan for my clients, using a design-led approach. What does a design-led approach mean?✨ Understanding quality. Where to invest in the items that matter most, eg a custom sofa that lasts for years and your whole family loves✨ Providing a ‘total investment picture’ of your furnishings before you go out and purchase anything ✨ Looking at furnishings as a long-term investment in your overall well-being and quality of lifeIf this is something you’d like to explore - a beautifully designed and executed furnishings scheme that comes with an in-built investment plan - reach out via the link below or in my DMs. I’d love to hear from you. Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/janeledgerinteriors I’d love to hear from you in the DMs. Ready to elevate your home and your lifestyle? Jane Ledger Platinum is here. Let’s chat! https://www.janeledger.com.au
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39: The Art of Antiques
Tempted by the thought of buying vintage but not sure where to start? If you love the idea of layering old and new in your interiors, you’re going to fall in love with my guest today on Inside Design. Bronte Taton shares the story of how she founded and grew her business Cleo Collects - a gallery of antique furniture, objets and art sourced from around the world - into a destination for design lovers and collectors alike. We learn how Bronte sources pieces, what she looks for and how you can successfully integrate furnishings past and present into your interiors. With French heritage and an exquisite knowledge of the eras, styles and origins of both antique and contemporary furniture, Bronte takes us on a delightful journey into the world of collecting. Connect with Bronte @cleo.collects and https://cleocollects.com/Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/janeledgerinteriors I’d love to hear from you in the DMs. Ready to elevate your home and your lifestyle? Jane Ledger Platinum is here. Let’s chat! https://www.janeledger.com.au
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38: The Reality of Buying Furniture Online
If you’ve ever been tempted to click “buy now” on a piece of furniture you’ve only seen on screen - this conversation is for you. Today I’m reflecting on the reality of buying furniture online and how easily a well-styled photo can elevate a piece beyond its true quality. Understanding what you’re buying online, what it’s made of and how it’s produced sounds pretty simple…until you get it delivered and realise it doesn’t look anything like the photo. I’m sharing a real-life story of what happened to one of my clients when they bought furniture based on a few online images. Connect with me: https://www.instagram.com/janeledgerinteriors I’d love to hear from you in the DMs. Ready to elevate your home and your lifestyle? Jane Ledger Platinum is here. Let’s chat! https://www.janeledger.com.au
In this podcast developed especially for interior design clients and potential clients, Jane Ledger of Jane Ledger Interiors talks candidly about what interior designers actually do, what to expect when you hire one and how to get the most out of an interior design relationship on your journey towards the space or home of your dreams. This is not just another podcast about design. It specifically addresses what people thinking about engaging an interior designer really want to know. Join Jane and an impressive line-up of industry guests as she takes you Inside Design.
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