You’re probably making the home design mistakes Darren Palmer says are ruining your space and you won’t believe how simple they are to fix.

In this episode, I sit down with Darren Palmer for an honest, practical deep dive into choosing an interior design style, the 2026 trends already emerging, and the renovation mistakes he sees over and over again.

We also unpack Darren’s journey from a country kid to one of Australia’s most influential designers, what really happens behind the scenes on The Block, and the design thinking behind the new YourTown Prize Home.

If you want your home to feel better, function better, and look better this episode is a game-changer.

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In this episode, we cover:

• The biggest renovation mistakes to avoid in 2026

• How to choose a design style you’ll never regret

• The unexpected interior design trends for 2026

• Why lighting design can make or break your home

• Darren’s breakdown of regulating lines and why your rooms feel “off”

• How to design a home that actually feels good to live in

• The surprising link between lifestyle, amenity and long-term value

• A behind-the-scenes look at the new YourTown Prize Home

• How you should buy for the things they cannot build

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