# Lauren Li

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Immersive Colour Filled Interiors

Discover the transformative power of color and how it shapes our personal spaces like never before. We're stepping away from the ubiquitous cool grays and venturing into the warmth of browns, beiges, and yellows, colors that not only redefine our palettes but also the very atmosphere of our interio…

Bad Interior Design Advice

Ever wondered if your open floor plan is more of a hassle than a haven? Discover why Bree Banfield and Lauren Li think it might be time to rethink this modern design staple. We explore the hidden pitfalls of open layouts, from echoing acoustics to the woeful wafts of last night’s dinner. With a fre…

Design Mistakes: Admitting Our Interior Design Fails

Join us for a candid and entertaining exploration of the funny and humbling side of interior design as we share our biggest mistakes and the lessons they taught us. From disastrous color choices in children's rooms to the importance of careful client involvement, we cover a range of design fails th…

Reinventing Classics: A conversation with Simone Haag

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Recorded in front of a live audience from the gorgeous Living Edge showroom here in Melbourne, this special episode celebrates our official launch of The Design Anatomy podcast last year. Hosts Bree Banfield and Lauren Li engage in a wonderful discussion with renowned stylist & interior decorator S…

Save Time, Money, and Heartache: The Value of Interior Designers

Ever wondered if hiring an interior designer is worth the investment? Design Anatomy hosts Bree Banfield and Lauren Li tackle this question head-on, sharing five compelling reasons why professional design guidance can transform your renovation or building project from potentially disastrous to genu…

Designer Revealed: Journey to a Creative Life with Lauren Li

Ever wondered what goes through a designer's mind when a client asks for a bedroom that feels like "a warm vagina"?  Yes, you read that correctly...... In this delightfully candid conversation, this week we chat with Lauren Li to explore her creative journey and unique approach to creating spaces w…

Ep. 008 - Lauren Li

Lauren Li is the founder and principal designer of Sisällä, a Melbourne-based interior design studio known for creating refined, emotionally resonant spaces that reflect each client’s personality and lifestyle. Drawing on her Finnish heritage—Sisällä means “inside” in Finnish—Lauren blends thoughtf…

Best of Design Anatomy Series: A conversation with Simone Haag

Design Anatomy will be releasing a 'Best of' series starting today, revisiting some of our most admired, inspirational & popular episodes for you to enjoy over the holiday season! Bree & Lauren will be back with more amazing guests early 2026 Recorded in front of a live audience from the gorgeous L…

The Home You Have vs. The Home You Need

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This week, Interior designers Lauren Li and Bree Banfield explore why homes that look beautiful can still feel uncomfortable or frustrating to live in. Many clients come to them not just for aesthetics, but because their spaces create stress, limit connection, or don’t reflect who they are—making t…

The Perfect Seat: Choosing Dining Chairs That Actually Work

Buying dining chairs should be fun, but it’s also one of the fastest ways to waste money if you skip the basics. Bree Banfield and Lauren Li, are getting practical about how to choose dining chairs that look great, feel comfortable, and actually work in your home day to day.We start with the brief …