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How To Renovate

Hi, I’m Tash South, interior designer, renovation consultant, and founder of South Place Studio. In this podcast, I share practical renovation advice, along with deeper insights into home and belonging.

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42:15

EP82 Guest Episode: Emma Forrest: How to Make a Home...

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2026/04/22

In this episode, I sit down with the brilliant, Emma Forrest, in her gorgeous, cosy, feminine home. Emma, is a novelist, memoirist and filmmaker, and her work is known for its emotional precision and unflinching honesty, exploring love, identity, grief, and the ways our past shapes who we become. From her early days as a teenage columnist interviewing cultural icons in 90s London, to her deeply personal memoirs and films, Emma has built a body of work that feels both intimate and ...

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25:36

EP81 Your Home Is Shaping Your Habits. Whether You...

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2026/04/08

Send us Fan Mail What if your home was quietly shaping your habits… without you even realising? In this episode, I explore one of the most powerful ideas from Atomic Habits by James Clear, that our environment plays a huge role in the habits we build (or struggle to maintain). As renovators and homeowners, this is where things get really interesting. Because your home isn’t just a backdrop to your life, It’s an active participant in it. I’ll walk you through how small, intentional design choi...

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23:46

EP80 How Our Home’s Layout Affects How We Feel

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2026/03/25

Send us Fan Mail Layout is more than just where walls go, it’s how your home feels to live in every day. In this episode, I’m talking about all the the subtle but powerful ways layout shapes our mood, stress levels, and how easily (or not) our lives flow through our homes. I chat about why bad circulation quietly causes daily frustration. How thresholds and transitions create calm and clarity. Why adding a pause point or two in your home design can encourage those small moments of still...

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36:10

EP79 Interview Episode: Eva Sonaike: Exploring...

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2026/03/11

Send a text Some designers create beautiful things. Others create work that carries a story. And today’s guest is someone whose work does both. In this episode I talk Eva Sonaike, a London-based textile and interior designer whose work is instantly recognisable for its bold palettes, layered patterns, and joyful energy. But what makes Eva’s work so compelling isn’t just the colour — it’s the narrative behind it. Born in Germany to Nigerian parents, Eva’s work is brimming with colour, confiden...

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26:59

Simple Things We Can Do At Home When The World...

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2026/02/25

Send a text I'm back and in this episode, I’m sharing a personal update on why the podcast returned a little later than planned… and where it’s heading next. Life, business, a new renovation project, RenoVersity updates, and even a book in the works have all been bubbling away behind the scenes. But more than that, I wanted to talk about something many of us are quietly carrying right now: the weight of the world. When global news cycles feel relentless, economic pressures build, when i...

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16:46

EP77 Planning a Renovation Next Year? Start Here.

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2025/11/26

Send us a text This time of year always brings a certain pressure to our homes; guests, dinners, family staying over. And suddenly, those little niggles about layout and functionality become glaringly obvious. In this episode, I talks about how to harness that end-of-year reflection to kick off your renovation plans the right way. In this episode, I go over the method I’ve developed over many, many years of renovating both for myself, and for my clients. I want to help you make a ...

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30:33

How To Choose The Right Window Dressings

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2025/11/19

Send us a text In this episode, I cover one of the sometimes overlooked elements of your interior: window dressings. Most people leave curtains and blinds until the very end of a renovation, then panic-choose something “good enough” and wonder why the room still doesn’t feel quite right. In this episode I walk you through how to think about your windows like a designer: starting with the view outside, privacy, the light you want to invite in (or block out), and the mood you’re try...

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23:33

EP75 Dining Spaces That Make You Linger

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2025/11/12

Send us a text ******************* Hi I'm your host, Tash South I'm an Interior Designer and Renovation Consultant, and I'm here to help you design, renovate and style your home better. Let's create your dream home together. Each episode of How To Renovate is short, but brimming with practical advice to help you manage your renovation project with confidence and success. Grab some more renovation advice & free resources and become part of the South Place Studio Renovation Community...

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18:27

EP74 Can’t Relax? How to Make Your Home Relax-Ready

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2025/11/05

Send us a text In this week’s episode was unexpectedly inspired by the kids’ TV show—Bluey—watching this episode with my daughter sparked a reflection on the mental load many of us carry, particularly mothers and caregivers, and how our homes can either add to that load… or ease it. Inside, I dive into the emotional impact of our home environments and explore how design—both big and small—can actively support relaxation, calm, and our wellbeing. From clutter and storage to sensory...

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17:29

EP73 Designing Kids’ Bedrooms That Grow With Them

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2025/10/29

Send us a text Today I dive into into a space that’s often joyful, chaotic, and ever-changing — kids' bedrooms. I'm sharing advice on how to design children's bedrooms that grow and adapt over time, without constant costly overhauls. You’ll learn how to collaborate with your kids, how to build a smart, flexible foundation with lighting, furniture, and layout, and why adaptable storage and modular design are absolute lifesavers. Whether you're starting with a nursery or refreshing a twee...

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23:12

EP72 How To Renovate Without A Divorce

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2025/10/22

Send us a text Hi my lovely renovators! Today, we're diving into something I don’t talk about often but is absolutely crucial—how to survive a renovation with your relationship intact. It’s a little tongue-in-cheek, sure, but the emotional strain of renovating with a partner is very real, and after years of navigating this both personally and professionally, I’ve got a lot to say. From design and budget disagreements to decision fatigue, today I’m sharing some strategies I use to help...

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28:41

EP71 Designing For Entertaining

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2025/10/15

Send us a text If you're someone who loves having people over—whether it’s lively dinner parties, relaxed drinks with friends, or chaotic but joyful kids' parties, this episode is made for you. Today, I’m walking you through how to design or renovate your home with entertaining in mind. Because let’s be honest, hosting is so much more enjoyable when your space is planned for it and it flows beautifully. Whether you’re planning from scratch or looking to tweak your current setup, ...

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22:25

EP70 Utility Rooms–The Most Important Room In The House?

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2025/10/08

Send us a text Okay, confession time… One of my favourite rooms to design in the home is the utility room. I know — it sounds boring. But trust me, it's one of the hardest-working and most overlooked spaces in a home. In this week’s episode of How To Renovate, I’m making the case for why you need a utility space — even if it’s just a cupboard under the stairs. We’ll chat about: Why a utility area can reduce stress and clutter Planning tips to make it super functional Clever way...

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19:00

EP69 How To Make Your Small Kitchen Feel Bigger

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2025/10/01

Send us a text Hello, I’m back this week with a little love for the small but mighty kitchen. If your kitchen didn’t get top billing—this episode is for you. Kitchens often have to work the hardest in the home, and when expanding isn’t an option, it’s all about making the most of what you have. Today, I’m sharing practical tips and a few interior design solutions to help you make your small kitchen feel bigger, brighter, and better. We’ll chat through: Lighting that flatters...

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27:23

EP68 Does Renovating Make Financial Sense?

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2025/09/24

Send us a text Does Renovating Add Value in 2025? | Home Renovation ROI Explained Wondering if renovating your home is worth the investment in 2025? In this episode of How To Renovate, I break down down the financial pros and cons of renovating vs. moving, UK renovation trends, return on investment for loft conversions and extensions, and how to budget smartly. Discover when it makes sense to renovate. With UK house prices still rising and the cost of moving continuing to soar, more hom...

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40:16

EP67 Design Details I Learned & Loved From Our...

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2025/09/17

Send us a text Have you ever visited somewhere that influenced changed how you think about design? That’s kind of what happened during my five-week Barcelona getaway. Buzzing Barcelona captured my heart and reinforced my love of cities, just like London did. The medieval alleyways, sunny squares, arty influences, and modern buildings alongside Gaudí’s dreamlike architecture collide to create a place that is historic, modern, endlessly alive, and really quite special. Our fam...

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EP66 The Importance Of Play When Designing Your Home

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2025/09/10

Send us a text After a long, inspiring summer in Barcelona, I’m back—and filled with ideas sparked by the incredible, playful architecture of Gaudí. In this episode, we dive into the joy of designing with a sense of play and freedom. Gaudí's bold use of curves, colour, and nature-inspired forms reminded me just how powerful it can be to bend the rules and follow your imagination when it comes to designing our homes. We’ll explore breaking the “design rules”, exploring using all the laye...

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20:34

EP65 What Can I Do Now to Make Things Easier Later?

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2025/07/16

Send us a text In this week's episode of How To Renovate, I’m kicking things off with a little personal update — I’m heading off to Barcelona for a month! It’s a working holiday (with some well-deserved tapas and sunshine), and while the podcast will be on pause, I’ll be soaking up fresh inspiration, sourcing new ideas, and lining up brilliant guests for when I’m back in September. But back to this episode: it’s a topic I’ve learned countless lessons on – and not always the easy way! We’re ta...

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12:43

EP64 Never Assume Anything!

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2025/07/09

Send us a text In this episode, I dive into one deceptively simple yet absolutely crucial mantra for any renovator: never assume anything! From wonky walls and uneven floors to miscommunications with your builder, assumptions can cost you time, money, and peace of mind. Come on in as I share my hard-won insights (so you don’t have to learn the hard way), I’ll walk you through some of the most common renovation assumptions—and how to avoid them. Learn why double-checking measurements is a supe...

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EP63 What’s Behind the Walls?

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2025/07/02

Send us a text Every renovator should be a little concerned about what lurks behind those walls they’re about to tear down! What unseen challenges are waiting to topple your carefully planned budget and timeline? From old wiring to unsupported chimney breasts and even asbestos, in this episode I walk you through the common issues that can crop up once your build begins. The financial implications of these unexpected surprises are obvious, but don't underestimate the emotiona...

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