Behind the Design is a podcast that brings you closer to the projects, people, and untold stories behind the Pinterest saves you’ve been obsessing over for years. Hosted by Camilla Ingall, interior designer and founder of Unfolded, each episode goes beyond the finished photos to unpack how great design actually comes to life through honest conversations with designers, architects, stylists, builders, and creatives. If you care about thoughtful design and want a deeper understanding of what really goes on behind the scenes, you’re in the right place.
Behind The Design
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Behind the Design is a podcast that brings you closer to the projects, people, and untold stories behind the Pinterest saves you’ve been obsessing over for years. Hosted by Camilla Ingall, interior designer and founder of Unfolded, each episode goes beyond the finished photos to unpack how great design actually comes to life through honest conversations with designers, architects, stylists, builders, and creatives. If you care about thoughtful design and want a deeper understanding of what really goes on behind the scenes, you’re in the right place.
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Recent Episodes
July 8, 2026
44. Service Over Style: Chris Trotta on Building a Sustainable Architecture Business
<p>What actually keeps an architecture business alive past the first project?</p><p><br></p><p>Most people judge an architecture firm by the finished home. The clean lines, the light-filled kitchen, the project that lands on Instagram. Behind that image sits a business built on budget conversations, team trust, and a reputation that took years to earn.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Behind the Design, I sit down with Chris Trotta, founder of Trotter Architecture, to talk about the parts of running a design business that rarely make it into a portfolio. We cover his path from working inside large firms to launching his own practice during Covid, why he built a board of advisors with zero designers on it, and why he walked away from wanting to be seen as difficult in the industry.</p><p><br></p><p>We also get into his 85% rule for avoiding perfectionism, why he still sketches every project by hand before touching a computer, and what success looks like for him now that the business runs itself day to day.</p><p><br></p><p>In This Episode, We Discuss:</p><p>➡️ Why relationships, service, and trust matter more than design skill long term</p><p>➡️ How he handles honest budget conversations with clients</p><p>➡️ Why he built a personal board of advisors with no designers or architects on it</p><p>➡️ How giving up creative control helped him build a stronger team</p><p>➡️ Why protecting his reputation matters more than winning every argument on site</p><p>➡️ How his confidence in front of the camera grew over the past year</p><p>➡️ Why every project at Trotter Architecture starts with a hand sketch, not a screen</p><p>➡️ His 85% rule for finishing work without over-laboring the last details</p><p>➡️ What success looks like for him personally and professionally right now</p><p><br></p><p>One takeaway from this conversation is Chris's view that architects are hired for temperament and patience, not just a beautiful portfolio. Clients spend years working alongside their architect. That relationship carries more weight than any single render.</p><p><br></p><p>If you run a creative business or work with clients on long-term projects, this episode gives you a direct look at what holds a design practice together once the pretty pictures are done.</p><p><br></p><p>Enjoyed this episode? Share it with a friend, colleague, or fellow design enthusiast, and follow the podcast for more conversations on the people, processes, and passion behind great design.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Chris Trotta:</p><p>https://www.trottaarchitecture.com/studio</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/trotta_architecture/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/christrotta/</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Unfolded:</p><p>https://www.unfolded.com.au/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/unfolded_</p><p><br></p><p> —------</p><p><br></p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 - Why Relationships Matter More Than Design</p><p>01:25 - Meet Architect Chris Trotter</p><p>02:34 - From Big Firms to Starting His Own Practice</p><p>05:24 - Why Launching an Architecture Business During COVID Worked</p><p>08:06 - Designing Homes as Investments, Not Just Beautiful Spaces</p><p>11:23 - Budget Conversations Every Architect Should Have</p><p>14:26 - The Truth About Running a Design Business</p><p>16:35 - Building a Team Without Micromanaging</p><p>22:17 - Why Client Experience Is More Important Than Great Design26:15 - The Business Advice Every Creative Needs</p><p>28:02 - The Power of Reputation, Trust & Collaboration</p><p>39:17 - Why Architects Need to Show Up on Social Media</p><p>48:04 - The 85% Rule That Makes Better Business Decisions</p><p><br></p><p>Keywords</p><p>Trotter Architecture</p><p>Chris Trotta</p><p>architecture business podcast</p><p>running a design firm</p><p>architecture leadership</p><p>client budget conversation</p><p>architecture team management</p><p>design industry reputation</p><p>Behind the Design podcast</p><p>Camilla Ingall</p><p>starting an architecture practice</p><p>architect branding</p><p>hand sketching in architecture</p><p>design intent</p><p>sustainable creative business</p><p>architecture and personal branding</p>
June 24, 2026
43. Design vs Styling: The Hidden Steps Behind Every Great Project with Bea Lambos
<p>What does an interior stylist actually do?</p><p><br></p><p>It's a role that most people only notice in the final image. The beautifully photographed home, the perfectly layered living room, or the project that lands in a magazine. But behind those images is a creative process that most people never see.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of “Behind The Design”, I sit down with interior stylist Bea Lambos to talk about the world of styling, photography, and visual storytelling. We discuss what happens before a project is photographed, how stylists work alongside photographers and designers, and why styling is about much more than placing beautiful objects in a room.</p><p><br></p><p>We also explore the challenge many homeowners face when trying to define their style, and Bea shares a simple piece of advice that can make the process feel far less overwhelming.</p><p><br></p><p>In This Episode, We Discuss:</p><p>➡️ Why Bea transitioned from interior design into styling</p><p>➡️ What really happens on a photoshoot day</p><p>➡️ The relationship between stylists, photographers, and designers</p><p>➡️ How styling helps tell the story of a project</p><p>➡️ The difference between styling for everyday living and styling for photography</p><p>➡️ Why some of the best creative outcomes come from flexible briefs</p><p>➡️ The role emotion plays in creating memorable spaces</p><p>➡️ How to discover your personal style by identifying what you don't like</p><p>➡️ Common misconceptions about interior photography and publication shoots</p><p>➡️ Why great styling often goes unnoticed when it's done well</p><p><br></p><p>One of my favourite insights from this conversation is Bea's belief that finding your style doesn't always start with what you love. Sometimes it starts with understanding what you don't.</p><p><br></p><p>If you've ever looked at a finished project and wondered how it all comes together, this episode offers a great behind-the-scenes look at one of the most important and least understood parts of the design process.</p><p><br></p><p>Enjoyed this episode? Feel free to share it with a friend, colleague, or fellow design enthusiast, and don't forget to follow the podcast for more conversations exploring the people, processes, and passion behind great design.</p><p><br></p><p>------------</p><p>Follow Bea Lambos:IG - https://www.instagram.com/beaandcostyle/Website - https://beaandcostyle.comPinterest - https://au.pinterest.com/Beaandcostyle/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bea-lambos-622aa7143/Substack - https://substack.com/@bealambos1<br></p><p><br></p><p>Follow Unfolded:</p><p>https://www.unfolded.com.au/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/unfolded_ </p><p><br></p><p>------------</p><p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 - Why Finding Your Style Starts With What You Don't Like</p><p>03:09 - Why Bea Chose Interior Styling Over Interior Design</p><p>05:20 - The Reality of Styling for Professional Photoshoots</p><p>08:49 - What Happens Before an Interior Photography Shoot?</p><p>09:35 - How Long Does It Take to Style a Home for Photography?</p><p>10:32 - The Hidden Tricks Behind Magazine-Worthy Interiors</p><p>14:51 - What Most People Get Wrong About Interior Styling</p><p>15:17 - Styling to the Frame: How Great Interior Photos Are Created</p><p>17:28 - Professional Styling vs Everyday Living</p><p>18:38 - How Styling Shapes the Story of a Space</p><p>19:44 - Inside the Stylist and Photographer Partnership</p><p>28:35 - Building Confidence in Your Personal Design Style</p><p>51:35 - Will AI Change the Future of Interior Styling?</p><p><br></p><p>------------</p><p>Keywords</p><p>interior styling</p><p>interior stylist</p><p>home styling tips</p><p>interior photography</p><p>design photography</p><p>magazine worthy homes</p><p>interior design process</p><p>styling for photoshoots</p><p>architectural photography</p><p>how to find your design style</p><p>interior design inspiration</p><p>home decorating tips</p><p>design storytelling</p><p>interior design podcast</p><p>Bea Lambos</p><p>Camilla Ingall</p><p>Behind the Design podcast</p>
June 10, 2026
42. Building the Vision: A Builder's Perspective on Design with JW Projects
<p>A beautiful home rarely tells the full story.</p><p><br></p><p>Behind every completed project is a team navigating site constraints, heritage restrictions, unforeseen challenges, client expectations, and hundreds of decisions that never make it into the final photographs.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Behind the Design, I sit down with Jack Williams, founder of JW Projects, to unpack the realities of residential construction in Sydney's eastern suburbs.</p><p><br></p><p>From heritage terraces in Paddington and Surry Hills to architecturally designed homes overlooking Sydney Harbour, Jack shares what it takes to bring ambitious design visions to life while managing the practical challenges that come with construction.</p><p><br></p><p>Together, we explore the relationship between builders and designers, the importance of communication throughout a project, and why some of the biggest decisions happen long before the finishes are installed.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode:</p><p>• The unique challenges of building in Sydney's eastern suburbs</p><p>• Why heritage renovations require a different approach to new builds</p><p>• What builders uncover once demolition begins</p><p>• Managing expectations when site conditions change</p><p>• The role communication plays in successful projects</p><p>• Building strong relationships between designers, architects and builders</p><p>• Growing a construction business while maintaining quality</p><p>• Lessons learned from challenging projects and unexpected setbacks</p><p>• The realities of leading a team across multiple active sites</p><p>• What clients rarely see behind a finished home</p><p><br></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to the podcast and share it with a fellow designer, builder, architect or industry professional.</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Jack Williams and JW Projects</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/jackwill/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/jackwill/</p><p>https://www.jwprojects.com.au/ </p><p><br></p><p>Follow Unfolded:</p><p>https://www.unfolded.com.au/</p><p>https://www.instagram.com/unfolded_</p><p><br></p><p>CHAPTERS</p><p>02:21 - How Jack Williams Became a High-End Residential Builder</p><p>05:03 - Building in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs: Challenges & Opportunities</p><p>05:53 - Heritage Home Renovations: What Homeowners Need to Know</p><p>06:52 - Hidden Problems Found During Home Renovations</p><p>08:08 - Managing Renovation Budgets, Variations & Client Expectations</p><p>09:02 - Builder vs Interior Designer: Creating Successful Projects Together</p><p>11:33 - What Instagram Doesn’t Show About Luxury Home Construction</p><p>13:01 - Growing a Construction Business and Building the Right Team</p><p>15:23 - A Day in the Life of a Luxury Home Builder</p><p>17:03 - Costly Construction Mistakes and Lessons From the Job Site</p><p>20:51 - Dealing With Neighbours, Council Approvals & Tight Building Sites</p><p>27:06 - Future Trends in Luxury Home Building, Design & Development</p><p><br></p><p>Keywords</p><p>luxury home builder</p><p>luxury home construction</p><p>Sydney luxury homes</p><p>Sydney eastern suburbs builde</p><p>rhigh end home builder</p><p>residential builder Sydney</p><p>heritage home renovation</p><p>home renovation Sydney</p><p>luxury home renovation</p><p>custom home builder</p><p>architectural homes Sydney</p><p>residential construction</p><p>construction project management</p><p>building a luxury home</p><p>renovation builder Sydney</p><p>heritage house renovation</p><p>home building challenges</p><p>high end residential construction</p><p>builder and interior designer collaboration</p><p>luxury property development</p><p>custom home construction</p><p>Sydney renovation specialist</p><p>renovation budget planning</p><p>construction industry insights</p><p>building heritage homes</p><p>luxury home design and build</p><p>eastern suburbs construction</p><p>residential renovation expert</p><p>construction business owner</p><p>behind the scenes construction</p><p>property renovation tips</p><p>luxury home building process</p><p>architectural renovation</p><p>Sydney builders</p><p>construction podcast</p><p>home renovation podcast</p><p>interior design and construction</p><p>building in Sydney</p><p>luxury renovation projects</p><p>property development Sydney</p><p>high end renovation builder</p><p>custom luxury homes</p><p>construction leadership</p><p>home building expert</p><p>renovation project management</p><p>Sydney architecture and design</p><p>residential building contractor</p><p>luxury property renovation</p>
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