This episode is a true reflection of creativity, resilience, and the beauty of turning life’s challenges into meaningful design. In this episode of Behind the Design, we sit down with Jenn Bliss, the visionary behind some of Port Stephens’ most admired homes, including the much-loved Talm Beach House.What began as a love for interiors sparked in childhood has grown into a career that blends design, renovation, and storytelling. Jenn shares her journey from Cape Town to the Australian coast, building a family business in construction and design, and creating spaces that feel deeply personal. She opens up about the juggle of motherhood and business, the realities of living through renovations, managing trades on site as a woman in the industry, and why she believes the rise of AI has only made human creativity and connection more valuable than ever.Expect to hear about:The story behind Talm Beach House and how it became an iconic coastal escapeBalancing motherhood, business, and the messy middle of renovationsThe realities of living in a renovation (and what no one talks about it)Navigating respect and confidence as a woman in the construction industryWhy AI will never replace the power of human creativity and connectionHow Jenn avoids burnout and stays aligned with her “why”If you’re craving inspiration, wondering how to bring more authenticity into your creative projects, or simply need to hear that it’s okay to embrace imperfection, this episode is for you. Tune in to hear Jenn’s honest, warm, and refreshing take on design, resilience, and the power of following your instincts.Follow Unfolded:https://www.unfolded.com.au/https://www.instagram.com/unfolded_00:02:04 – Meet Jenn: Designer & Stylist00:03:41 – Childhood Passion for Interiors00:06:19 – Building Tom Beach House00:10:07 – Marketing Tom on Airbnb00:11:40 – Renovating Ambers & Family Homes00:14:44 – Balancing Motherhood & Career00:17:46 – Spotting Burnout in Design00:21:27 – Breaks for Creativity & Health00:22:55 – Women in Construction Respect00:28:06 – Choosing the Right Trades00:29:43 – AI in Design Industry00:30:38 – Human Creativity vs AI00:36:42 – Imposter Syndrome in Design00:43:38 – Interior Design Process00:45:26 – Room-by-Room Mood Boards00:47:11 – Personalizing Spaces with Story00:48:30 – Advice to Younger Self00:51:05 – Jenn’s Journey to Australia00:57:05 – Community & Energy in Design* interior design podcast 2025* Airbnb home styling tips* Tom Beach House Port Stephens design* women in construction challenges* balancing motherhood and career* how to avoid burnout as a creative* AI vs human creativity in design* real life renovation stories* Cape Town to Australia designer journey* coastal home design inspiration

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