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Estimated from 2 chart positions in 2 markets.
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- 🇺🇸US · Design#1745K to 30K
- 🇮🇸IS · Design#523K to 10K
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8K to 40K🇺🇸75%🇮🇸25% - Active Followers
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3.2K to 16K
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Timeless Interior Design: 5 Ways to Create a Home That Never Feels Dated Ep #69
May 13, 2026
32m 29s
How to Design a Kitchen That Actually Works Ep #68
Apr 29, 2026
28m 44s
Design a Home That Reflects Your Life—Not What You’ve Seen Ep #67
Apr 15, 2026
27m 25s
The Small Changes That Transform Your Home (And Your Life): Simple Design Shifts With Massive Impact Ep #66
Apr 1, 2026
40m 26s
The Secret to a Designer Home: Mastering Pattern Without the Fear. Ep #65
Mar 19, 2026
43m 34s
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| 5/13/26 | Timeless Interior Design: 5 Ways to Create a Home That Never Feels Dated Ep #69 | Send us Fan Mail If timeless interiors feel intimidating, trend-driven, or reserved for heritage homes—this episode reframes the conversation entirely. Timeless interior design isn’t about freezing your home in one aesthetic moment or avoiding trends altogether. It’s about understanding what actually lasts. In this episode, Nico explores what makes certain homes feel enduring, layered, emotionally connected, and deeply considered—while others quickly feel dated and disposable. From craftsmans... | 32m 29s | ||||||
| 4/29/26 | How to Design a Kitchen That Actually Works Ep #68 | Send us Fan Mail Your kitchen is one of the most used spaces in your home—but is it actually supporting your life? In this episode of Your Home by Design, we break down what truly makes a high-performance kitchen—not just from a design perspective, but from a behavioral one. Because a well-designed kitchen doesn’t just look good… it reduces friction, simplifies decisions, and quietly shapes your daily habits. We explore how layout, storage, surfaces, and materials impact how you cook, eat, an... | 28m 44s | ||||||
| 4/15/26 | Design a Home That Reflects Your Life—Not What You’ve Seen Ep #67 | Send us Fan Mail What if your home isn’t actually a reflection of you—but a reflection of everything you’ve been exposed to? In this episode, we explore the subtle but powerful difference between designing from your presented self versus your authentic self—and why that gap can leave even the most beautiful homes feeling off. Because the truth is: a well-designed space can still feel wrong if it isn’t rooted in who you are, how you live, and what you truly need. We break down how comparison, ... | 27m 25s | ||||||
| 4/1/26 | The Small Changes That Transform Your Home (And Your Life): Simple Design Shifts With Massive Impact Ep #66 | Send us Fan Mail What if the biggest transformation in your home didn’t require a renovation… just intention? In this episode of Your Home by Design, we break down the overlooked power of small, strategic design decisions that radically shift how your home feels—and how you function inside it. This is not about perfection or spending thousands. It’s about designing your home to support your habits, your energy, and your daily rhythm. You’ll learn how to: Reduce overwhelm through intenti... | 40m 26s | ||||||
| 3/19/26 | The Secret to a Designer Home: Mastering Pattern Without the Fear. Ep #65 | Send us Fan Mail What if the one thing missing from your home… is the very thing you’ve been avoiding? Pattern. In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico breaks down why so many people feel intimidated by pattern—and how that hesitation is holding your space back from feeling truly designed. You’ll discover how pattern goes far beyond decoration. It shapes how you feel, how your brain processes your space, and how your home supports your daily life. Whether you’re drawn to bold interiors o... | 43m 34s | ||||||
| 3/4/26 | The Lost Art of Listening Rooms: Designing Homes That Slow Life Down Ep #64 | Send us Fan Mail What if your home is quietly training your brain every day? Not through décor or trends — but through attention. In this episode of your home by design, we explore the idea of the listening room. Historically known as the drawing room — a place to withdraw, slow down, and experience music or conversation with intention — these spaces were designed for presence. Today, most homes are built around constant stimulation. TVs, phones, multitasking, and open-plan layouts often mean... | 22m 46s | ||||||
| 2/19/26 | How to Choose Wallpaper Without Regret: Repeat, Scale & Designer Secrets Explained Ep #63 | Send us Fan Mail Wallpaper isn’t just décor. It’s visual structure. It’s rhythm. It’s atmosphere. And when it’s chosen incorrectly? You feel it — even if you can’t name why. In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico breaks down how to choose wallpaper without regret. Not from a “pick what’s pretty” perspective, but from a designer’s lens rooted in rhythm, repeat, scale, and integration. You’ll learn why installers always ask about repeat, why some wallpaper subtly irritates your nervous sy... | 34m 37s | ||||||
| 2/5/26 | Updated Isn’t Elevated: What Actually Makes a Home Feel Designed Ep #62 | Send us Fan Mail If you're planning to update your home, pause. Before you buy the sofa. Before you choose the tile. Before you repaint or swap the lighting. Not every design decision creates the same level of impact. In this episode of Your Home by Design, we’re breaking down where to spend your money in the living room, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom to elevate your space — without renovating everything. Because here’s what most people get wrong: They change a lot… but not... | 32m 42s | ||||||
| 1/21/26 | Laundry Room Design: The Small Room That Organizes Your Life Ep #61 | Send us Fan Mail Your laundry room might be small — but it quietly organizes your entire week. In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico breaks down laundry room design from a designer’s systems-first, neuroaesthetic perspective. This isn’t about baskets, labels, or Pinterest perfection. It’s about why this room becomes one of the most frustrating spaces in the home — and how thoughtful layout, clear systems, and intentional design can dramatically reduce mental load. The laundry room is a... | 22m 46s | ||||||
| 1/7/26 | Simplifying Your Home: How Slowing Down Creates Better Living Ep# 60 | Send us Fan Mail This episode marks my first episode of 2026, and instead of a recap or big resolutions, I want to start the year by slowing things down. In this episode, we reflect on what our homes have been carrying — what supported us, what quietly weighed on us, and what’s been asking for care and attention. We talk about simplifying not just our spaces, but our pace, our projects, and the way we make decisions at home. I share why repairing before replacing can completely change how a h... | 25m 52s | ||||||
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| 12/10/25 | The Hidden Power of Light: Designing a More Analog Home Ep #59 | Send us Fan Mail Lighting is one of the most influential — and most overlooked — design tools we have. In this short exploratory episode, Nico breaks down how lighting shapes the way we feel, sleep, focus, and move through our homes… and why the type of light we use may matter far more than we think. You’ll hear how interior designers are trained to work with light, why most LEDs contain short wavelengths that signal “daytime” even when they look warm, and what emerging research (including a ... | 20m 32s | ||||||
| 11/26/25 | The Man Cave Myth: Why We Retreat & How to Design Spaces Everyone Feels at Home In. Ep #58 | Send us Fan Mail Today we’re unpacking something light, funny, and surprisingly revealing — the “man cave.” Not the stereotype, but the psychology behind why people retreat to certain spaces and what that means for your home. You’ll learn the real reasons the garage, den, or basement becomes the default refuge for some people, what makes a room feel like “home,” and why everyone — men, women, and kids — needs a personal zone that reflects them. We’ll walk through the five core psychological d... | 32m 38s | ||||||
| 11/12/25 | Five Design Moves to Instantly Elevate Your Home (and Your Life) Ep # 57 | Send us Fan Mail Thinking about changing something in your home—but not sure where to start? In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico from Paro shares five design moves you can do this weekend to instantly elevate your home and, in turn, how you feel in it. These aren’t trendy hacks or quick fixes. They’re grounded in neuroaesthetic design—how light, flow, and visual harmony directly influence mood, energy, and focus. You’ll learn how to: • Start with a conversation that gets everyo... | 45m 29s | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | Home By Country: Children’s Bedrooms Around the World - How Design Shapes Calm, Growth, and Better Living Ep #56 | Send us Fan Mail In the final episode of the Home by Country series, host Nico Smutylo takes you inside children’s bedrooms around the world to reveal how design can shape calm, growth, and better living. From Denmark’s sense of calm and longevity, to Japan’s adaptable simplicity, to Germany’s structured precision, this episode uncovers how global design philosophies teach children rhythm, focus, and independence—and how you can bring those ideas home. You’ll learn how a rug or Roman shade ca... | 36m 25s | ||||||
| 10/15/25 | Home By Country : Across the Threshold - How the World Designs Entryways Ep #55 | Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed how stepping through your front door can instantly change how you feel? In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico explores the psychology of entryways — why this often-overlooked space has such a powerful impact on our stress levels, mindset, and sense of belonging. From Japan’s genkan rituals to the layered warmth of French and Italian foyers and the quiet drama of Moroccan thresholds, discover what cultures around the world can teach us about creati... | 48m 55s | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | Home By Country : Kitchens of the World. Design, Materials + Mindset. Ep #54 | Send us Fan Mail From Japanese kitchens to Tuscan farmhouses, today we step into the world’s kitchens, and the psychology behind how they’re designed. We unpack what Japan’s precision, France’s layered romance, Scandinavia’s light-filled calm, Germany’s engineered order, Italy’s tactile luxury, and North America’s hosting-first mindset can teach you about your own space. You’ll learn the five make-or-break design factors (flow, storage, light, materials, details) and how to borrow country-spe... | 42m 10s | ||||||
| 9/17/25 | Home by Country - Through the Window: How Cultures Design Window Treatments & Frame the Light Ep #53 | Send us Fan Mail Windows are more than openings—they’re design tools that shape light, mood, and connection. In this episode of Your Home by Design, Nico explores how different cultures approach window treatments and what that reveals about design psychology. From Japan’s poetic minimalism and its seamless connection to nature, to France’s dramatic, layered drapery that radiates romance, to Scandinavia’s calm, light-filled simplicity—discover how window design reflects cultural values and imp... | 32m 33s | ||||||
| 9/5/25 | Home By Country: How the World Dines Ep #52 | Send us Fan Mail What if you could design your table the way you design your home? In this episode of yourHOME by Design, we tour dining cultures - from Spain’s late-night sobremesa and Japan’s washoku rituals to France’s layered elegance, India’s abundant thali, and Scandinavia’s light-filled simplicity and translate them into practical choices for your space. We cover the ergonomics of a comfortable dining room, how lighting and texture shape mood and digestion, why plate and bowl design ca... | 42m 20s | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | Home by Country: How the World Sleeps Ep #51 | Send us Fan Mail Ever wondered why people in Japan sleep on futons, why Germans swear by two duvets, or why the French infuse elegance and scent into their bedrooms? In this first episode of Home by Country: How the World Sleeps, we explore global sleep traditions and what they teach us about design, wellness, and creating a restful bedroom. From history to modern rituals, discover how culture shapes the way we rest and how you can borrow these ideas to transform your own sleep environm... | 35m 39s | ||||||
| 8/6/25 | 5 Hidden Design Mistakes Secretly Stressing You Out - And How to Fix Them Ep #50 | Send us Fan Mail Is your home quietly working against you? In this 50th episode of YourHome by Design, Nico uncovers five common design mistakes that are secretly causing stress- from visual clutter to poor furniture placement. Learn how to spot them, why they affect your well-being, and what small changes can make a big impact. Based in neuroaesthetics and real-life design strategy, this episode helps you use your home as a tool for better living. Perfect for design lovers, wellness seekers,... | 43m 51s | ||||||
| 7/23/25 | The Hidden Reason Your Home Feels Off (And What to Do About It) Ep #49 | Send us Fan Mail Is your home starting to feel a little “off”- even if it looks beautiful? You might be experiencing design stagnation, and it could be quietly draining your energy, clarity, and motivation. In this episode of yourHOME by Design, recorded on a forest walk, Nico explores the concept of habituation - how our brains stop noticing what surrounds us and why this matters deeply for how we feel at home. You’ll learn: How to spot the subtle signs of a stagnant space.The neuroscience b... | 32m 52s | ||||||
| 7/9/25 | Hidden Storage and Concealed Rooms: Design Tricks That Create Calm, Order, and Impact Ep #48 | Send us Fan Mail What if your clutter problem isn’t about too much stuff - but not enough smart design? In this episode of YourHome by Design, we explore how hidden storage and concealed rooms can create calm, support better daily rhythms, and reduce the friction you feel at home. From recessed bathroom mirrors to secret doors and cleverly disguised laundry spaces, I’ll walk you through high-level design strategies used to elevate function and well-being. You’ll learn: Why hidden storage offe... | 34m 46s | ||||||
| 6/25/25 | Why You Should Start Thrifting for Your Home - And How to Do It Like a Designer Ep #47 | Send us Fan Mail Do you ever wonder how people find those one-of-a-kind vintage pieces that instantly elevate a space? In this episode of Your Home by Design, I’m sharing the art of the hunt- why secondhand and vintage decor isn’t just about style, but about soul. You’ll hear a story from my teenage years about a painted peace-sign table that transformed not just my room, but how I felt in it. We’ll explore how neuroscience backs this emotional connection to objects, how to overcome the overw... | 41m 23s | ||||||
| 6/11/25 | The Sofa Dilemma: Designing Around the Comfiest Piece in the Room Ep #46 | Send us Fan Mail You might think a sofa is just a place to sit-but it's so much more than that. In this episode of Your Home by Design, we're diving deep into the art (and science) of sofa selection. Whether you’re designing a room around a brand new piece or making your current couch work better in your space, this episode will help you avoid common mistakes and find the right fit for your body, your home, and your life. I’m sharing my own sofa regret story, what I wish I k... | 31m 33s | ||||||
| 5/28/25 | Layering: The Secret Design Tool to Make Your Space Look Effortlessly Polished #45 | Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Your Home by Design, we dive deep into the transformative power of intentional layering in interior design. Discover how to build your room’s story through carefully selected materials, textures, and shapes that speak to your lifestyle and wellbeing. From choosing the right wood tones and ceramics to playing with curves, angles, and heights, learn expert tips to create a dynamic, balanced, and inviting space that feels truly yours. Whether you’re shopping f... | 36m 07s | ||||||
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Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.
Chart Positions
2 placements across 2 markets.