Update: We're hitting the pause button on Bust Out of Boring to take time to re-evaluate who we serve, how we serve them, and what kind of content we want to keep creating. While there won't be any new Bust Out of Boring episodes for a while, all of the past episodes are still available here on your favorite podcast platform, and YouTube too. 🎙 We're still going strong on Instagram, our blog, and our weekly email - come on over and stay inspired to bust out of your boring home: + https://lesley...
Apr 04, 2022•3 min•Ep. 139
Tired of picking the wrong paint colors for your home? It totally sucks to discover that the color you loved so much on the swatch looks like 💩 on your walls. Here are 5 tips for choosing paint colors for your walls from interior designer Lesley Myrick. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA an...
Mar 28, 2022•7 min•Ep. 138
Picking paint colors is the literal WORST, am I right? 😫 There are thousands of options which leads to total decision paralysis. And what if you choose the wrong color? Why does paint look great on the swatch but terrible on a wall? Interior designer Lesley Myrick shares a few of the reasons it's so darn hard to pick paint colors - and what to do about it. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesl...
Mar 21, 2022•10 min•Ep. 137
We LOVE color at Lesley Myrick Interior Design, but color is best when balanced with neutrals. Here are interior designer Lesley Myrick's favorite white, light neutral, and dark neutral paint colors that have been her go-to choices for nearly a decade. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and ...
Mar 14, 2022•6 min•Ep. 136
Choosing colors for one room is tricky enough - but what do you do when it comes to choosing a color scheme for your entire freakin' home? Interior designer Lesley Myrick has tips on how to find the perfect white, light neutral, bold color, and complementary color to develop a kickass color palette. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia are...
Mar 07, 2022•9 min•Ep. 135
It's easy for a family room to get taken over by the family - and all of their stuff! But you can still have a stylish family room you love, if you know how to style it well. Here are 5 tips for styling your family room to create a space that's livable, delightful, and playfully polished. Resources shared: Styling Secrets Cheat Sheet How to Maximize Storage Space in Your Home 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress ...
Feb 28, 2022•9 min•Ep. 134
Got kids? That doesn't mean you can't have a living room you love! There's no need to wait "until the kids are older" to invest in furniture and decor. If you know what to look for, you can design a living room with kids in mind that is functional, durable, and anything but boring. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with...
Feb 21, 2022•8 min•Ep. 133
Have a living room layout that's less than ideal? Decorating a long, narrow living room can be a challenge, but interior designer Lesley Myrick has 3 tips to break up the space and create a living room you'll love. A few designer secrets can make all the difference! 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all ove...
Feb 14, 2022•7 min•Ep. 132
Love the vibe at your favorite boutique hotel...but hate that your own home is less than awesome? Interior designer Lesley Myrick has 5 easy tips to bust out of your boring living room and transform it into a hotel-chic space. It's all about decluttering, window treatments, lighting, bold colors, and pushing the envelope with pattern and scale. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art...
Feb 07, 2022•11 min•Ep. 131
What's the difference between industrial design and Mid-Century Modern? How is California Modern different than coastal decor? Interior designer Lesley Myrick breaks down 5 of the most popular interior design styles and explains the essential elements of each: - Midcentury Modern - Industrial - Bohemian (aka. boho) - California Modern - Eclectic 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Ar...
Jan 31, 2022•9 min•Ep. 130
Open shelving in the kitchen (and other spaces) is totally trending, but is it a good idea to have all your goods on display? Interior designer and former professional organizer Lesley Myrick weighs in on the open shelving trend, and why closed storage is the way to go (for most people). 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we wor...
Jan 24, 2022•7 min•Ep. 129
Feeling like your home is about to burst at the seams? Your home is a container for your stuff, and if the container isn't big enough, it's time for something to change. Here's how interior designer and former professional organizer Lesley Myrick suggests you maximize storage space in your home and get some breathing room back. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is base...
Jan 17, 2022•9 min•Ep. 128
Feeling frantic about the holidays? Feel stressed by Christmas clutter? There IS another way to enjoy the festive season! Here's how an interior designer gets ready for the holidays, stress-free. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Who are you? You're a kickass mom, you've work...
Nov 29, 2021•7 min•Ep. 127
If you're thinking about renting your spare bedroom, guest house, or second property out on Airbnb, you're not alone. The short-term rental business is huuuuuge! To maximize your Airbnb earnings you're going to want to design a top-notch, memorable stay. Here are 5 decorating tips to become an Airbnb superhost (or just impress your holiday houseguests). 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley M...
Nov 22, 2021•7 min•Ep. 126
Sometimes small changes can have a big impact. And lighting is no exception! Here are 3 dining room lighting tips to transform your dining room from boring to freakin' beautiful. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Who are you? You're a kickass mom, you've worked hard at a care...
Nov 15, 2021•5 min•Ep. 125
There's always a little give and take when decorating your home. Sometimes you cut back to allow for a kickass splurge. 🤑But how do you know if you're splurging on the right thing - or when you'll regret going the cheap route? Here's what to splurge on and what to save on when it comes to lighting. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia are...
Nov 08, 2021•7 min•Ep. 124
Dining rooms can be pretty boring and formal...but they sure don't have to be! Here are 3 unexpected seating ideas for your dining room to mix things up and create a comfortable, cozy space for your friends and family this holiday season. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Who...
Nov 01, 2021•6 min•Ep. 123
Get ready for the holiday season - when your dining room will become the center of attention again. If your dining room is less than awesome, it's time for a glow-up! 💇♀️ When it comes to designing a dining room, here are the space-planning basics you need to know to create a successful space. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area an...
Oct 25, 2021•6 min•Ep. 122
Ever wondered why an interior in a magazine looks so darn perfect, and your room...doesn't? Styling and accessorizing have a lot to do with it, and there are a few secret tricks I can share. 🌟 Here are 3 designer styling secrets to copy in your own home. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA a...
Oct 18, 2021•6 min•Ep. 121
The holidays are coming up, and that means your dining room is about to see a lot of action. 👀 If you're planning to update your dining room and want to make the most of your design investment, here's what to splurge on - and what to save on - in your dining room. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over...
Oct 11, 2021•9 min•Ep. 120
There's nothing worse than a room that's a boring box. Four flat walls, a window...snooze! Here's how to transform a boring room into a magazine-worthy space. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Who are you? You're a kickass mom, you've worked hard at a career you adore, and yo...
Sep 27, 2021•6 min•Ep. 119
⚠ Warning: not all rug materials are good! ⚠ Some can't handle even the smallest water spill, while others can be too scratchy for bare feet to handle. Here's what materials to avoid for rugs - and what I recommend instead. #bustoutofboring #playfullypolishedinteriors 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all o...
Sep 20, 2021•8 min•Ep. 118
You've invested in awesome new furniture and freshened up your walls with a coat of paint - so why does your room still feel unfinished? Here are 5 things to try if a room is feeling incomplete. #bustoutofboring #playfullypolishedinteriors 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Wh...
Sep 13, 2021•8 min•Ep. 117
Have you ever bought an area rug that's waaaay too small? A rug that looks large hanging in a showroom display suddenly looks as small as a postage stamp when it's in your space. Here's how to choose the right area rug size, every time. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta, Georgia area and we work with clients all over the USA and Canada. 👉 Who a...
Sep 06, 2021•5 min•Ep. 116
Did you know that accessorizing your home (think artwork, trays, picture frames, and vases) can eat up about 10-20% of your total design budget? 🤑 It's important to accessorize well in order for a room to feel truly finished, and there *are* ways to do it creatively to help stretch your design investment further. Here's what to splurge on (and what to save on) with home decor. #bustoutofboring 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring home...
Aug 30, 2021•10 min•Ep. 115
Home decor and accessories are like jewelry for an outfit - essential for everything to look complete and pulled together. But if you've ever tried to accessorize a room you'll know that it can eat up a big chunk of your design budget! 🤑 Here's how to accessorize with inexpensive home decor and still have your room look like a million bucks. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes *without* stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art +...
Aug 23, 2021•8 min•Ep. 114
You've got the basics - a sturdy desk, a comfortable chair, and good lighting. Now - how do you make your home office a place you *actually* want to be? Here are 3 simple ways to upgrade your home office and give it alllll the good vibes. ✌ 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer in Atlanta, and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes without stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta and Macon, Georgia areas, and we work with clients both locall...
Aug 22, 2021•7 min•Ep. 113
Working from home in some capacity has been the reality for most of us for quite some time. You don't have to grin and bear it at your kitchen table - here are 5 ways to improve work-life balance and actually enjoy working from home. 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer in Atlanta, and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes without stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta and Macon, Georgia areas, and we work with clients both locally in-pe...
Aug 09, 2021•9 min•Ep. 109
Do you work from home? 🖥 Whether that's always been part of your plan or an unexpected change due to COVID, your home office should be awesome! Here’s what I recommend you splurge on - and, of course, what to save on - for a kickass home workspace. #bustoutofboring 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer in Atlanta, and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes without stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta and Macon, Georgia areas, and we wor...
Aug 02, 2021•10 min•Ep. 110
Did you ever watch "Designing Women" back in the day? That's what I used to think interior designers were. But - spoiler alert - things have changed since the 80s. Here are 5 myths about working with an interior designer, totally busted. (This is a re-broadcast of one of our most-listened episodes.) 👉 Who is Lesley Myrick? I'm an interior designer in Atlanta, and I help high-achieving moms #bustoutofboring homes without stress and overwhelm. Lesley Myrick Art + Design is based in the Atlanta an...
Jul 12, 2021•10 min
