Like it or not, most of us are on our devices all day long, from laptops to iPads and smartphones. In recent years, apps like YouTube and TikTok have dominated content creation and social media feeds. From fashion and decor trends like timeless yet effortless Coastal Grandmother look to the return-to-nature cottagecore, there is something for everyone.
And as lockdown proved, there was a focus on making the home feel like a sanctuary, along with doing all those projects that you may have put off for a while. It’s great to get some fresh inspiration and see how you can add texture to a space. As we usher in a new season, it might be time to shake things up. What better way to get inspiration than via some YouTube channels while you clean your home or get dinner ready?
The Local Project
You may have seen this Australian YouTube channel on your social media feeds, showcasing contemporary interior design and architecture in a breathtaking cinematic way. The brand has expanded from an Instagram channel, to video and even moved into publication (three times a year). Get a feel for forward-thinking, sustainable architecture and interior design in New Zealand and Australia.
Paige Wassel
Paige is a freelance props stylist, based in the US, and is known for her acerbic wit around interior design and style. Her YouTube is a trove of knowledge, as she champions smaller design brands and shopping vintage wherever you can. The result is a unique blend of affordable finds, beautiful prints and interesting textures to a room. Paige’s outlook is about embedding your personality, memories and tastes into your home so it feels like yours. She also offers insights into what brands you should be looking out for to replicate in your own place.
Never too Small
Have a tiny space but don’t know where to start? Never Too Small is a channel that highlights the beauty of less and in their own words, is dedicated to small footprint design around the globe. See how you can adapt to make less space work with your lifestyle. See innovative designs, art and architecture for people living alone to see how a space adapts to a family of five.
Lonefox
With over 1 million followers on YouTube, Drew aka Lonefox has garnered a huge audience of his DIY projects for home and apartment rentals. Over the years, his aesthetic has shifted to reflect a more mature look overall. As he recently bought his own Spanish inspired home in Los Angeles, the renovation series is bound to be a treasure trove of knowledge and design tips.
Living to DIY with Rachel Metz
A woman with a flair for taking on major home improvements, one of Rachel’s latest projects has been her Joshua Tree property featuring a trailer makeover. Rachel shares her own journey with rebuilding a home, her design process and how to recreate what you may have seen on your social media feeds at home.
