Affordable Interior Design Presents Big Design, Small Budget

In this episode of the Uploft Interior Design Podcast, I talk about why I finally joined TikTok and how balancing entrepreneurship, family, and creativity pushed me to get help and commit to daily content, then I dive into interior design trends that are officially “out” for 2026. I share my honest reactions—sometimes agreeing, sometimes strongly disagreeing—on jewel-toned sofas, boucle fabric, mid-century modern overload, open-concept floor plans, chevron patterns, pastel palettes, and patterned fabrics like ikat. Drawing heavily from my own home, my clients’ spaces, and I explain which trends feel impractical, overdone, or limiting, and which I believe are timeless despite what “experts” say. I challenge the idea that entire patterns or styles can ever truly be out and encourage listeners to focus on longevity, functionality, and personal expression over trend chasing. Timestamps: 00:00 - Launching my TikTok journey 03:30 - Jewel-toned sofas: why they’re out and my own velvet-filled confession 07:45 - B