{"podcast":{"title":"The Install: Life & Design with Paloma and Caroline","slug":"the-install-life-design-with-paloma-and-caroline-7774938","podcast_index_feed_id":7774938,"rss_url":"https://api.riverside.fm/hosting/mRX6hJvA.rss","website_url":"https://riverside.com","image_url":"https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/7cfe4834-3982-4efa-8e16-907de4885229/logos/f811a70a-4ed9-4a0e-ba53-8cfc0be2dad9.png","author":"TheInstallPodcast","episode_count":18,"summary":"The Install: Life & Design with Paloma and Caroline is a weekly conversation about creativity, business, and building a life shaped by good design. Hosted by interior designers and longtime friends, Paloma Contreras and Caroline Gidiere, the podcast offers a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the realities of creative work. From running a design business and navigating growth, to travel, culture, and personal style, each episode blends industry insight with real-life reflection. Through thoughtful conversations—both between the hosts and with occasional guests— The Install is an inviting space for designers, creatives, and anyone drawn to intentional living and beautiful ideas.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-22T00:17:18.303348+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-install-life-design-with-paloma-and-caroline-7774938"},"episode":{"title":"Technology & Design + Tour Recap, Beauty, Fashion & More","slug":"technology-design-tour-recap-beauty-fashion-more","published_at":"2026-05-26T10:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-install-life-design-with-paloma-and-caroline-7774938/technology-design-tour-recap-beauty-fashion-more","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-install-life-design-with-paloma-and-caroline-7774938","url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/68ba8b8b8fb534c2e3ec127b37b397002fdf7c13cec8e8cb8aeaa43af9da50db/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YmY1ZDNkNC0zNTY3LTQxNDktOTZiZS0zM2E0ZmEwZDM4MDAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3Y2ZlNDgzNC0zOTgyLTRlZmEtOGUxNi05MDdkZTQ4ODUyMjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY5MDBmYmNiNTY4OTM1YWE2NWJkYTIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMGM1M2E5MzhkZmFlZDNmZGZkMzdiL3RoZWluc3RhbGxwb2RjYXN0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTIyX18yMy02LTIubXAzIn0=.mp3","audio_url":"https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/68ba8b8b8fb534c2e3ec127b37b397002fdf7c13cec8e8cb8aeaa43af9da50db/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5YmY1ZDNkNC0zNTY3LTQxNDktOTZiZS0zM2E0ZmEwZDM4MDAiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiI3Y2ZlNDgzNC0zOTgyLTRlZmEtOGUxNi05MDdkZTQ4ODUyMjkiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTY5MDBmYmNiNTY4OTM1YWE2NWJkYTIiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmExMGM1M2E5MzhkZmFlZDNmZGZkMzdiL3RoZWluc3RhbGxwb2RjYXN0cy1zdHVkaW8tY29tcG9zZXItMjAyNi01LTIyX18yMy02LTIubXAzIn0=.mp3","summary":"Caroline and Paloma take up the topic of Technology & Design - what is relevant and how they are using it. The two open with a discussion and recap of their recent Chinoiserie tour, exploring magnificent houses and gardens. They reflect on the beauty and inspiration of the gardens, as well as the unique experiences at each location. The conversation continues with a discussion of Dior in LA and the emergence of fashion trends for this decade, the influence of older women in culture, what's going on in music, and summer vacation plans. The conversation turns to Technology & Design including the relevance and current use of Instagram, Tik Tok and Pinterest, and whether or not designers need a website these days. Caroline and Paloma also discuss impact of AI in design. The listener question asks tips for mixing patterns and colors. Takeaways Gardens as Timeless Beauty Business Model of Historic Houses The influence of older women in culture is increasing, with a focus on celebrating women over 50. AI can be a valuable tool in design, but it cannot replace the experience and discernment of a designer. Mixing patterns and colors in design requires an intuitive approach and can be guided by studying the work of designers with resonating styles. Chapters 00:00 The Chinoiserie Tour 27:35 The Magnificent Gardens 34:03 The Cost of Stately Homes 42:02 The Influence of Older Women in Culture 48:19 Music and Concert Plans 57:22 The Role of AI in Design","meta_description":"Caroline and Paloma take up the topic of Technology & Design - what is relevant and how they are using it. 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