I confess... I broke into my client's house

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11/20/24 • 41 min

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer! I’m Caroline Turner, your host, here to pull back the velvet drapes on the secrets, scandals, and stories of the interior design world.

In this very first solo episode, I’m spilling my own confessions - because it wouldn’t be fair to dish out the drama without sharing some of my own. From an unforgettable under-the-desk moment during my early days working for an industry legend, to learning what it's really like to work with high profile people in the industry, I’m taking you through the wild twists that shaped my journey.

But the tea doesn’t stop there. This week’s listener confession is a jaw-dropper: high-profile clients, a $25,000 surprise, and a dinner party disaster that spirals out of control. You’ll want to grab your popcorn for this one.

To wrap things up, I’m diving into your burning questions about working with indecisive clients, navigating residential design challenges, and the tiny joys that keep me grounded in this wonderfully chaotic industry.

Get ready for an episode packed with candor, chaos, and confessions—it’s going to be a wild ride!

What to Expect This Episode:

Office Glam Gone Wild – confessions from my newbie era with an industry legend
The Chair Scandal – when high stakes lead to an audacious cover-up
Meet Morgan! – our producer makes her debut with sharp insights and a little sass
Your Design Dilemmas – solved
Things That Make Me Feel – my current comforts and inspirations

Got a Confession?

Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession here.

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Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here

Ready to hear confession? Listen now!

Credits:

Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
Morgan Purcell - Executive Producer
Megan Bay Dorman - Producer & Consultant
Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Editor
Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer! I’m Caroline Turner, your host, here to pull back the velvet drapes on the secrets, scandals, and stories of the interior design world.

Get ready for an episode packed with candor, chaos, and confessions—it’s going to be a wild ride!

What to Expect This Episode:

Office Glam Gone Wild – confessions from my newbie era with an industry legend
The Chair Scandal – when high stakes lead to an audacious cover-up
Meet Morgan! – our producer makes her debut with sharp insights and a little sass
Your Design Dilemmas – solved
Things That Make Me Feel – my current comforts and inspirations

Got a Confession?

Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession here.

Connect with Us:

Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
Join the conversation in our Facebook Group!
Learn more about the podcast, guests and episodes here

Ready to hear confession? Listen now!

Credits:

Caroline Turner - Host & Executive Producer
Morgan Purcell - Executive Producer
Megan Bay Dorman - Producer & Consultant
Cory Barton - Audio Engineer & Editor
Kim Kovacik - Cover Photography

Previous Episode

Confessions of an Interior Designer - The Trailer

Welcome to Confessions of an Interior Designer, the weekly podcast that uncovers the hilarious, chaotic, and downright shocking realities behind the luxury interior design industry. I’m your host, Caroline Turner—luxury interior designer and founder of Caroline Turner Interiors in Chicago. With over 10 years in the field, I’ve gathered stories from every corner of the design world, and now, I’m sharing them with you.

This isn’t about design trends or technical advice—it’s about the real experiences you never hear about. In each episode, my guests and I react to anonymous listener confessions, swapping outrageous stories that reveal the unexpected challenges and joys that come with designing for high-end clients. From chaotic installs to deadline disasters, it’s the kind of gossip we usually save for happy hour.

Whether you’re an industry insider or just love juicy behind-the-scenes stories, Confessions of an Interior Designer will make you laugh, gasp, and feel like you’re right there in the thick of it with us.

What to Expect:

Anonymous confessions from the design world, discussed and dissected.
Candid conversations with interior designers and industry insiders.
Real, funny, and raw moments you won’t hear anywhere else.

Got a Confession?

Your secret’s safe with us! Submit your anonymous confession HERE

Connect with Us:

Join the conversation in our Facebook Group!

Learn more about the podcast, guests, and episodes here

Ready to hear confession? Listen now!

Next Episode

I confess... the $50k mistake

Welcome back!! We are BUZZING with excitement and completely obsessed with all your amazing feedback since our launch. Today’s episode is packed with drama, inspiration, and plenty of laughs – and I can’t wait for you to hear it!

This week, I’m joined by the endlessly talented interior design consultant and stylist Darwin Fitz. From dodging veterinary school to becoming a landscape design star and now a sought-after stylist, Darwin’s unexpected career twists will leave you inspired and ready to embrace your own unique path in the industry.

And then - hold onto your tape measures - because this week’s listener confessions are next-level outrageous! In “The Mouse Mansion,” revolting rodents, a tyrannical boat captain (yes, really), and unhinged house rules combine for one designer’s nightmare project. And in “The Case of the Swapped Marble,” a $50,000 blunder takes an unbelievable turn, proving that sometimes the universe really does work in mysterious ways...

But it’s not all chaos and confessions. We’re also digging into practical advice, from surviving life after a company acquisition to balancing clients with wildly clashing tastes. Plus, the tiny joys that keep us sane (and stylish) in this whirlwind industry.

This episode has everything: drama, wisdom, and plenty of tea to spill. Don’t miss it! And keep those messages coming—we’re LOVING building this incredible community with you. 💕

What to Expect This Episode:

Darwin Fitz spills all – the exciting and unexpected path to success
The Mouse Mansion – bizarre rules, revolting surprises, and a house manager you won’t believe
The Marble Mishap – a jaw-dropping $50K disaster with an unexpected twist
Industry Survival Tips – managing acquisitions and clients with wildly clashing tastes
Little Joys, Big Wins – what keeps us sane in a hectic industry

Find out more about Darwin Fitz: