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Home Design Chat with Nancy

Nancy Hugo

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Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 413

Home Design Chat with Nancy Hugo, certified kitchen designer, covers all aspects of every room in the home. Kitchens, baths and whole-house remodeling, appliances, plumbing fixtures, flooring & countertop materials, and lighting are some of our topics. In addition, we cover aging-in-place, security systems, smart homes, backyard kitchens, window coverings, water treatment units & even wine pairing. Some of the favored topics are trends in kitchens, baths & interior designs, colors of the year & what we think of HGTV's suggestions for your home. View NancyHugo.com for design ideas.

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🇺🇸 USA - design
05/08/2026
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02/08/2026
#73
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5 Kitchen Upgrades that Add the Most Value for your Home

Season 9 · Episode 38

Sunday, September 22, 2024 • Duration 26:03

A beautiful kitchen is both a focal point of a home and a great selling feature when it comes time to put your property on the market.

If you are planning a kitchen remodel, or preparing to sell your home, you will want to be economical and happy with your decisions.

In this podcast Nancy will talk about 5 upgrades that will add value and provide a return on your investment.

Talking points:

Adding a kitchen island
Update, paint or replace cabinets
Upgrade appliances
Replace countertops
Add more lighting

This podcast sponsored by

⁠⁠Monogram Appliances⁠⁠

⁠⁠Studio 41⁠⁠

email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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What is That Kitchen Triangle All About?

Season 9 · Episode 37

Sunday, September 15, 2024 • Duration 21:01

If you are wanting to do a simple kitchen remodel before the holidays, now is the time - I said simple because the major remodels will take time so if that’s what you had on your wish list – do your homework now and prepare to start in January---after the holidays.

If you are not familiar with the term Kitchen triangle, work triangle or the golden triangle, at the end of this podcast you will know everything about this term.

What is the triangle
Who invented this design principle
Why use it in a kitchen design
Does it really work
Kitchen Zones

This podcast sponsored by

⁠⁠Monogram Appliances⁠⁠

⁠⁠Studio 41⁠⁠

email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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Invisible Kitchens - Minimalism Meets Function

Season 8 · Episode 29

Sunday, July 14, 2024 • Duration 36:45

Minimalist design and open-plan living have been all the rage for the last few years, and I don’t see any signs of it stopping. Who doesn’t love a sleek look and a decluttered space, especially when it comes to the most used space in your home?

An invisible kitchen, also known as a hidden kitchen, is a minimalist design that integrates kitchen appliances and storage into the rest of the home. The goal is to keep conventional kitchen elements out of sight so the room blends in with the rest of the space.

Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestibule Designs and frequent guest on Home Design Chat with Nancy will explain several ideas to achieve the invisible kitchen idea in your home.

Eliminate upper wall cabinets
Install display shelf
Create a hidden pantry
Incorporate a row of tall cabinets
integrate appliances with panels
Use Sliding doors
Hide the hood
Avoid door & drawer hardware
and many more ideas

Why are these ideas taking off now?

This podcast sponsored by

⁠⁠Monogram Appliances⁠⁠

⁠⁠Studio 41⁠⁠

email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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Elegant Brass is Back, and you can Get it Now!

Season 5 · Episode 41

Wednesday, October 19, 2022 • Duration 30:14

Nancy welcomes back Deron Rensen, Senior Area Sales Manager for Monogram, to update us on what is new in the world of Monogram appliances.

Monogram's Designer Collection is being introduced at the National Kitchen and Bath Show at the end of January in Las Vegas. Deron is offering a sneak-peak with this link: http://www.monogram.com/designer-collection/

Brass Collection - The Brass Collection presents a bold elegant aesthetic, based on the fundamentals of classical architecture, in gold and polished hues.
Titanium Collection - The Titanium Collection presents a contemporary luxury aesthetic rooted in the art of reductionism, with sleek lines and dark-charcoal muted tones.

Shopping for appliances? Monogram is offering "One for You, One for Free"

Receive up to three free eligible Monogram appliances or generous credits toward the appliances of your choice
The most flexible reward program in the luxury appliance industry
40 Free Models to choose from, or 30 Upgrade Models to choose from

Our last topic was the supply chain? Is the lead time improving?

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

Studio 41

email comments & questions to

Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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Could a Tiny House be for You?

Season 5 · Episode 40

Wednesday, October 12, 2022 • Duration 32:55

Tiny houses aren’t only capturing people’s attention—they’re turning into a full-on movement. People from all walks of life are choosing to downsize their lives by living with less and in less space.

That's our subject today. Nancy welcomes back Chris Diamond who has been interested in tiny homes as an alternative to traditional living someday.

We home we answered questioned you might have about living in this doll houses:

Pros of Living in a Tiny House:

less water waste,
less electricity consumption and
people are forced to find creative ways to dispose of waste.
More effort is made to reduce, reuse and recycle.
Living a life like this generally makes you increasingly environmentally conscious and you find yourself trying your best to leave a smaller carbon footprint.

Cons of Living in a Tiny House:

Shortage of space. No extra stuff, be efficient, make do with less
Insufficient for multiple members: 1 or 2 people, possibly a pet
Opposite to luxury life: Tiny, affordable but not luxurious, declutter & simplify
Most don’t have washer/dryer

Tiny House on a foundation vs wheels

I mentioned a website that showed very attractive tiny homes that might change your mind if you are on the fence.

Check this out: https://www.thespruce.com/tiny-house-living-rooms-5211037

If you do live in a tiny house or plan to in the future, I would love to hear from you. Send your email to Nancy@nancyhugo.com

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DIY's & Homeowners -Part 4 of 4

Season 5 · Episode 39

Wednesday, October 5, 2022 • Duration 33:21

This is the final part of a 4 part series about what Do-It-Yourselfers should know before they remodel their kitchen. Or, in the case of homeowners working with a contractor, what every homeowner should know about their project.

To recap:

July 6th– basics on designing a kitchen – appliances, corner designs, sinks, traffic control & cabinets

August 3rd– islands size, function, lighting & materials

Sept 7th– everything about accessible kitchens

In this podcast we reviewed the last 3 parts and answered questions that both Jason and I have been asked by our clients regarding kitchen remodels.

Some of the questions we answered:

Do I have to have a vent over my island cooktop
If my ceiling height is over 8’, what do I do with the space above the cabinets
Should I spend money on expensive appliances if I don’t cook
Do all the appliance handles need to match – do all appliances have to be from same manufacturer?
When can you start my project?
How much will it cost?

Listen to this podcast before you start your remodel!

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

Studio 41

email comments & questions to

Nancy@NancyHugo.com

LIVING WALLS & POTTED PLANTS FOR YOUR HOME

Season 5 · Episode 38

Wednesday, September 28, 2022 • Duration 32:49

Enjoy the Best of while Nancy is talking some time off for eye surgery. She will be back next week.

Plants are an important element of good interior design, but did you know that plants can improve air quality? Joe Zazzera, founder and co-owner of Plant Solutions, is Nancy’s guest. Joe is the perfect person to explain everything about interior and exterior living walls. What are living walls, how to care for them and best plants to use.

Joe will also answer questions about what plants are perfect for your patio and outdoor spaces. What are the best pots to use, what are the best plants and trees to grow in pots, and how to keep them looking healthy and beautiful.

Want to connect with nature? Don’t miss this podcast!

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

Studio 41

email comments & questions to

Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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Is the Open Floorplan Losing Popularity?

Season 5 · Episode 37

Wednesday, September 21, 2022 • Duration 22:13

Are you planning to remodel your kitchen? This is one of the most important and largest investment for your home, so I am sure you want everything to go perfectly. I will explain how to get started and the steps to take to make it your dream come true.

Great rooms are here to stay, so if you have an existing floorplan that is conducive to removing walls, go for it. The open floorplan includes an eating and sitting area encouraging family togetherness and socialization, but what are the pros and cons?

Listen to this podcast for important hints for a successful project.

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

Studio 41

email comments & questions to

Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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PAINT COLORS: Out with the old, In with the New

Season 5 · Episode 36

Wednesday, September 14, 2022 • Duration 29:34

S05E356 - Paint has always been one of the easiest and most impactful design tricks in the book but paint color trends come and go—and some have seriously overstayed their welcome. Sarah Jones, Design Representative with DunnEdwards, joins Nancy to chat about what's in for 2023 paint color trends, and what you should colors you should retire.

5 Outdated Paint Color Trends to Retire Fast

Skip All-White Paint Palettes
.No More Navy
Curb the Contrast
Say Goodbye to Gray
Don't Use Paint to Downplay Wallpaper

2023 New Colors and Textures

Pantone - Digital Lavender
Softer Whites
Organic colors
Textures - Roman Clay and Limewash

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

Studio 41

email comments & questions to

Nancy@NancyHugo.com

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Designing the Accessible Kitchen - Part 3 of 4

Season 5 · Episode 35

Wednesday, September 7, 2022 • Duration 33:38

S05E35 - It’s important to know everything about basic kitchen design before you start your project, so we are going to cover basic elements in a series of podcasts. Today we are presenting part 3 of our series for homeowners who would like to remodel their kitchen with a contractor and the do-it-yourselfers who want to tackle this job on their own.

My co-host for this series is Jason F. Miller, winner of the 2021 SKS & Architectural Digest Technicurean Kitchen Design Contest. Jason’s winning design was selected and published in Architectural Digest. In addition, his work has been published in lifestyle magazines throughout Arizona and his signature style is seen and spotlighted on many social media outlets.

Pro Remodeler Magazine announced Jason as part of the top 40 under 40 in the nation in April 2022. Out of 40 professionals featured, Jason is one of 8 interior designers in the nation featured in this group. Jason is the only interior design professional from Arizona.

Our subject today is designing a universal kitchen accessibility- kitchen that can accommodate physical challenges making it easer and more useful for the user to work in the kitchen.

Topics:

Kitchen Counters
Kitchen Sinks
Base cabinets
Wall Cabinets
Storage Height Specifications
Handles and Control Recommendations
Doorways & Hallways
Appliances
Lighting Suggestions
Cooking Work Center

This podcast sponsored by

Monogram Appliances

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