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| 5 Kitchen Upgrades that Add the Most Value for your Home | 22 Sep 2024 | 00:26:03 | |
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:
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| What is That Kitchen Triangle All About? | 15 Sep 2024 | 00:21:01 | |
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.
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| Invisible Kitchens - Minimalism Meets Function | 14 Jul 2024 | 00:36:45 | |
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.
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| Elegant Brass is Back, and you can Get it Now! | 19 Oct 2022 | 00:30:14 | |
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/
Shopping for appliances? Monogram is offering "One for You, One for Free"
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| Could a Tiny House be for You? | 12 Oct 2022 | 00:32:55 | |
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:
Cons of Living in a Tiny House:
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 This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| DIY's & Homeowners -Part 4 of 4 | 05 Oct 2022 | 00:33:21 | |
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:
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| LIVING WALLS & POTTED PLANTS FOR YOUR HOME | 28 Sep 2022 | 00:32:49 | |
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 email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Is the Open Floorplan Losing Popularity? | 21 Sep 2022 | 00:22:13 | |
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 email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| PAINT COLORS: Out with the old, In with the New | 14 Sep 2022 | 00:29:34 | |
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
2023 New Colors and Textures
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| Designing the Accessible Kitchen - Part 3 of 4 | 07 Sep 2022 | 00:33:38 | |
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:
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| Don't Miss the Cabinet Trends for 2023 | 31 Aug 2022 | 00:31:28 | |
S5E34 - We are predicting what the cabinets trends will be in 2023 so you will definitely want to listen to this podcast. Karen Hockley, today's guest, has been in the business of cabinets for over 35 years, so she is the perfect person to chat with Nancy about this subject. Talking points for today's show:
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| How to Pick the Perfect Light Fixtures Over Your Island | 24 Aug 2022 | 00:26:45 | |
S5E32 - Working in a kitchen with poor lighting can be frustrating and unwelcoming. Jem Funk, Interior Designer, chats with Nancy about the right lighting for kitchen islands. There are so many pendants and chandeliers available so making choices can be very overwhelming and confusing, but listening to this podcast will help you chose the right fixture. We will talk about:
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| Do You Have a Dangerous Kitchen? | 17 Aug 2022 | 00:41:08 | |
Enjoy this "Best of" podcast originally recorded in December, 2021. We had any comments regarding the information Paul McAlary brought to light during our conversation. One of the greatest challenges for a kitchen designer is to create a design that the customer appreciates aesthetically and simultaneously provides them with a functionally well designed kitchen. It’s equally difficult to just not make any mistakes. And sadly, that’s something very few kitchen designers can actually accomplish. Paul McAlary, president of Main Line Kitchen Design in Bala Cynwyd, Pa. chats with Nancy about safety in kitchen design. In the last few years, Paul said he has yet to pick up a kitchen trade magazine without a featured kitchen on either its front or back cover having major mistakes. Often they possess one of the possibly fatal design flaws listed below.
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| Remodel Smart: Kitchen Upgrades Without Regrets | 08 Jul 2024 | 00:26:53 | |
In the past 3 weeks I have done podcasts hoping to answer questions for homeowners who are planning a kitchen remodel. The topics covered were about planning a dream kitchen, setting a budget, finding a general contractor, avoiding change orders and working with a professional kitchen designer. Last week the topic was achieving timeless kitchens. The topic today is being aware of upgrades that people have regretted. We all learn from other peoples' mistakes so it's important to know what ideas and items are worth splurging on especially if you are working on a tight budget. Items to ponder:
Items that should be included in your project:
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| 10 Ideas to Give your Kitchen a New Look without a Major Reno | 10 Aug 2022 | 00:21:31 | |
S05E31 Remodeling kitchens are expensive, but you can do some things that are budget friendly and affordable and will make your kitchen look updated. Nancy will share 10 ideas that you can use in your kitchen to put zing in your kitchen without a major renovation.
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| So you want a Kitchen Island, but will it Work? Kitchen Design Part 2 of 4 | 03 Aug 2022 | 00:44:48 | |
S05E30 - Welcome to Part 2 of 4 - a series about basic kitchen design. 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. Part 1 was published July 6 and focused on what every DIYer and homeowner who is going to hire a contractor to remodel the kitchen should know about the basics. Today we are going to talk about the kitchen island, how to configure one, what the functions could be, and suggestions for the materials used for an attractive island. Most kitchens are more efficient with an island, but not every kitchen can have one. Find out if an island would be perfect for your kitchen. Talking points
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| Do you Need Help Organizing your Kitchen? | 27 Jul 2022 | 00:28:18 | |
S05E29 Did you ever buy something that you needed, but you know you already have one and can't find it? This happens when clutter and unorganized storage takes over your life. Today Nancy is going to walk you through the process to turn your cluttered kitchen into an efficient and You can turn your cluttered, messy kitchen into an efficient and organized place that makes you happy to work in.
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| We Don't Agree with Those 2022 Trends | 20 Jul 2022 | 00:22:17 | |
Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestibule School of Design and regular guest of Home Design Chat, joined Nancy today to agree or disagree with the 2022 trends that nameless designers said would be huge this year. The following topics were discussed:
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| What's Hot in Cooking | 13 Jul 2022 | 00:44:08 | |
S5E27 Are you planning to remodel your kitchen or replace your appliances in the near future? Knowing what appliances you should have in your kitchen depends on functionality and space. It's not about just getting a stove or a cooktop and oven, it's about what the appliances can do for you. Deron Rensen, senior area sales manager for Monogram for Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and West Texas joins Nancy and talks about how cooking technologies have changed. The size of your kitchen, of course, is a big factor that regulates your choices but Deron will explain what appliances can accommodate your life style. He will suggest appliances for the small, medium and large kitchen. He will also explain the interactive, connected appliances, voice controls and camera integration programmed in smart appliances. Knowing what appliances offer and which ones fit with your lifestyle is important. Doing your research, visiting a showroom with knowledgeable sales people and, of course, utilizing a kitchen designer for your project will have the end result you deserve. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| DIY's & Homeowners- Kitchen Design Part I of 4 | 06 Jul 2022 | 00:35:23 | |
S5E26 Kitchen remodeling started booming when the pandemic hit and everyone realized that their kitchen needed changing. Are you a DIY who wants to remodel your own kitchen? Or are you a homeowner who has the ideas but will hire a contractor to do your project? 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 to be published the first Wednesday of the next 4 months, starting today. 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. During this first podcast we will cover the following: Appliance choices
Control traffic flow
How to treat corner storage
Number of sinks and sizes
Cabinets
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| The Tables are Turned: Nancy gets interviewed! | 29 Jun 2022 | 00:34:37 | |
S5E24 Nancy sits on the other side of the mic when Christine Sterling interviews Nancy about life in the world of interior design. Some of her answers will surprise you. Here are some of the questions Christine asked Nancy:
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| What To Know Before you Buy that Area Rug | 22 Jun 2022 | 00:29:41 | |
S5E23 Area rugs and runners are a major part of completing a traditional, contemporary and transitional look. You will see them in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, hallways and even kitchens. They come in different shapes, styles, sizes and prices. Some rugs are even handed down and become an heirlooms and family treasures. Learn as much as you can about the rug before you purchase. Nick Motlagh, owner of Rug Treasures in Scottsdale, chats with Nancy about the differences between a Persian and Oriental rug, techniques of rug making, and how to tell the difference.
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| 10 Things to Know Before you Hire a Contractor | 15 Jun 2022 | 00:23:15 | |
Season 5, Episode 22 Are you thinking of starting a renovation project, a remodel, new construction or specialty work like plumbing or drywall? Many of us are not do-it-yourselfers. We all wish we could do everything ourselves, but we can’t. Unless you have the time, the knowledge, the tools, and the manpower, it’s a good idea to hire a professional. Nancy will give you 10 red flags to watch for when you are looking for the perfect contractor to work with you on your project. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Everything You Need on This App | 08 Jun 2022 | 00:23:52 | |
S05E21 When you are looking for cabinets, tile, fabric or anything else you need for a design or remodel project, where do you look? Debbie English, an interior designer in Phoenix, has made it super easy to find sources. Debbie chats with Nancy about her new app, Trade Findry, available right now on your iPhone and soon on your android device. Debbie explains who can use the app, how it works and the many features available to the user. There are 1,000 vendors listed on this free app, in addition to vendor websites, and your very own project board you can set up for each project. Learn more about this app by listening to this podcast This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| How to Make Your Kitchen Remodel Timeless | 30 Jun 2024 | 00:29:03 | |
The two main components of a great kitchen remodel are the cabinets and appliances. These items are the bulk of your budget and should be chosen carefully based on the money to be spent, the function of these items and the given space for your project. Of course, the countertop material, backsplashes, flooring and lighting will complete the look which will be subjects for future podcasts. In this podcast Nancy with talk about the most popular cabinet color choices for 2024. What is timeless and what finishes go with each design. Nancy will also talk about the appliances no longer popular in today's kitchens and what appliances finishes compliment the look of the kitchen. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com
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| Paint your Cabinets & Furniture with these tips from a Pro | 01 Jun 2022 | 00:39:54 | |
Season 5, Episode 21 Painted cabinets in beautiful blues, rich greens and earthy grays are all the rage. Yes, you can paint your cabinets yourself if you follow the proper steps, use the right tools and using the right finish. Sarah Jones, Design Representative with DunnEdwards, with explain each step so your painted cabinets and/or furniture will look professionally done. Sarah and Nancy also talk about the best colors for your ceilings and what finishes should be used on ceilings. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| It's time to Light Up your Outdoors! | 25 May 2022 | 00:38:10 | |
Season 5, Episode 20. Light it up! This is the perfect time of year to enjoy your backyard and patio but it wouldn't be complete without the right lighting. Jem Funk, Lighting and Interior Designer, joins Nancy to explain the different fixtures and lights and how to use them to add atmosphere to your outdoor living spaces. We'll talk about:
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| Newest 2022 Tile Trends | 18 May 2022 | 00:45:09 | |
Season 5, Episode 19 Nancy welcomes back Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica Luxury Tile Showroom in Scottsdale, AZ. Gil shares his experience at Coverings Trade Show in Las Vegas where he saw the newest offerings in tile from Italy, Turkey, Spain, Brazil, India and the U.S. You will want to listen to this podcast before you start your tile project. Gil will explain the important differences between ceramic and porcelain tile, what colors and textures are popular for 2022, weights and sizes of tiles and more. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Form, Function + Great Ideas | 04 May 2022 | 00:23:33 | |
Season 5, Episode 17. Kelli Lamb, editorial director and co-founder of Rue magazine, is Nancy's guest. Rue was founded a little more than ten years ago as one of the first digital shelter magazines, with the goal to become your pathway to stylish living, and has been available in stores since Spring, 2021. Rue brings the readers well-crafted design, effortless entertaining tips, and the products you need to make it all your own. Kelli has now shared her expertise in her new book Home with Rue where she begins by encouraging readers to ask what a “functional, joyful home” looks like to them and then goes room by room offering pointers on how to add “beauty in your everyday routines.” Her book gives expert tips and tricks for decorating all areas of the home, from kitchens to entry ways to bathrooms. Home with Rue goes on sale May 24, 2022, available where books are sold. This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Living Walls & Potted Plants for your Home | 27 Apr 2022 | 00:32:40 | |
S5, Ep 16 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! Season 5, Episode 16 This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Statement Art for 2022 | 20 Apr 2022 | 00:31:45 | |
S05-Episode 15 In addition to being decorative, art has the power to improve your health and wellbeing, inspire conversations, provide a focal point in your home, boost moods, and turn boring spaces into vibrant ones. Nancy's guest today is Christine Sterling, Client Experience Manager with Image Craft, will share ideas on how to bring your vision to life.
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| Don't Replace your Countertop yet! | 13 Apr 2022 | 00:35:32 | |
Season 5, Episode 14 Who doesn't want to replace their countertops with natural stone? There are so many choices to pick from but you should educate yourself first. Know the differences between granite, marble, quartzite and quartz. Find out everything you should know by listening to Carlos Santos, General Manager of Galleria of Stone Scottsdale as he chats with Nancy.
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| How to Enhance Your Home with Moldings & Millwork | 06 Apr 2022 | 00:39:46 | |
Season 5, Episode 13 Nancy welcomes back Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestabul School of Design, to chat about how to enhance kitchens and whole houses by applying moldings and millwork. Jan will explain how easy it is to change the look of your home with these simple additions. Jan is offering a free workshop - "Integrating Moldings and Millwork into your Kitchen Design Business" that covers the art, the science and the business of design with Moldings and millwork for Kitchen Designers. P.S. Everyone is welcome. You don't have to be a designer to take this workshop. Register at www.vestabul.com/workshop. | |||
| You'll Love these New Interior Design Ideas for 2022 | 30 Mar 2022 | 00:34:21 | |
Is Gray still "in", what is Modern Farmhouse all about and is why are we seeing Artwork as an important accessory? These questions and more are answered by Nancy's guest, Sarah Jones, Designer Representative with DunnEdwards on this podcast. Talking Points:
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| How & Why to Accessorize your Home | 24 Mar 2022 | 00:33:45 | |
Liz Baker, an interior designer and owner of Willis Baker Design of Scottsdale, is Nancy's guest this week. The subject is accessorizing your home so listen to all the ideas and hints that Liz will be talking about. Rooms without the right accessories don't feel complete. From using plants to setting up your shelves, if done properly the room will feel professionally designed.
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| Great Remodels Don't Just Happen, They are Planned | 24 Jun 2024 | 00:30:44 | |
Last week the subject of my podcast was planning for a successful remodel. The take-a-way from last week was the importance of having a vision for your remodel, having a budget and working with a designer. This week I talked about:
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| What are Bloggers Saying about Kitchen Trends | 16 Mar 2022 | 00:38:23 | |
Nancy is chatting this week with Laurel Bern, an award-winning Interior Designer, blogger, brand ambassador and influencer. Instead of taking on private clients, Laurel writes about everything having to do with interiors, including kitchens and baths in her popular blog, Laurel Home. Talking Points:
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| Listen to these Design Idea for 2022 | 09 Mar 2022 | 00:39:52 | |
K/BIS, the best industry show of the year sponsored by the National Kitchen & Bath Association, exhibited many interesting innovative ideas for 2022. Jan Rutgers, Kitchen designer and founder of Vestibul School of Design, shares these ideas by walking us through the exhibitors' booths. Jan's predictions about what she would find at K/BIS were spot on. Don't miss the ideas you can use in your projects and renovations. Our talking points:
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| Hope for the Best, Prepare for the Worst | 05 Mar 2022 | 00:13:29 | |
Nancy was MIA for 2 weeks. If you are a subscriber or follower of Home Design Chat with Nancy you will be interested in where Nancy was and why. Nancy also explains the first 3 important steps to follow in planning a kitchen remodel. Of course, any project needs planning if you want it to be successful. This podcast sponsored by email comments to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Don't Miss these New Appliances | 16 Feb 2022 | 00:32:49 | |
Nancy's guest is Deron Rensen, Senior Area Sales Manager for Monogram - Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and West Texas. This week we are reviewing new appliance introductions and concepts presented by Monogram at the National Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Orlando, Florida. In addition, Deron explains how connectivity works with Monogram appliances. Talking points:
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| Building your Home from Pre-plan to Move-in Part II | 09 Feb 2022 | 00:51:45 | |
Building a new home, adding an addition or remodeling can be very overwhelming unless you work with an experienced professional. Chris Novelli, a licensed architect and principal of n3 architecture located in Hopedale, Massachusetts, and Nancy continue talking about the phases of residential building from pre-plan to move in. This podcast is Part II of a 2 part series. Part I was recorded February 1, 2022 and can be found HERE This podcast will cover:
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| Building your Home from Pre-plan to Move-in | 02 Feb 2022 | 00:46:54 | |
Building a new home, adding an addition or remodeling can be very overwhelming unless you work with an experienced professional. Chris Novelli, a licensed architect and principal of n3 architecture located in Hopedale, Massachusetts, is Nancy's guest today. Chris will be talking about Residential design and construction and what to expect in each phase of the project. This podcast is Part 1 of a 2 part series. Nancy and Chris will continue with Part 2 to be published February 9, 2022. This podcast will cover:
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| Is the Open Floor Plan Dead? | 29 Jan 2022 | 00:29:09 | |
Nancy typically publishes Home Design Chat with Nancy every Wednesday, but had to delay til January 29 due to scheduling conflicts. Today's subject is the open floor plan and what Nancy's comments are about how this design can work for everyone. Yes to the Open Floor Plan
No to the Open Floor Plan
She also talked about how Covid-19 has changed everything about our lives as we knew it in 2019. How we eat differently, we work differently, we dress differently and we socialize differently. Summary: After creating space within the home to be separated from family members at times, there’s a major longing for a return to the days of gathering, together, at the center of the house. “People want to be with people.” This podcast sponsored by email comments to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Did you miss CES 2022? | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:35:31 | |
What is CES and have you ever attended this Las Vegas show? . Dan Hugo, yes he is Nancy's son, will explain what this show is all about and chat with Nancy about some of the new ideas, gadgets and products. They will share their opinion on items for safety, security and entertainment. Of course, Dan always has a story or two about his experiences since he has attended CES many times. This podcast sponsored by email comments to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Clear the Clutter | 12 Jan 2022 | 00:32:32 | |
January is the month to purge and organize so Nancy shared some tips for these kitchen and bathroom challenges.
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| 2022 - What's In & Out | 05 Jan 2022 | 00:37:12 | |
It's time to throw out the old and bring in the new, right? Wrong! Jem Funk, Interior & Lighting Designer, and Nancy share their thoughts on what's in for the new 2022 design trends and what's out from years past. They explain why they disagree with some of the designers' ideas, what they suggest to their clients and what ideas should be eliminated, but, as they have said many times in past podcasts, their clients should do what they want in their home and not follow trends or fads if they so chose. OUT for 2022
What’s in for 2022
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| Plan for a Successful Remodel | 17 Jun 2024 | 00:25:23 | |
Many people look forward to celebrating the holidays with family & friends and showing off their newly remodeled kitchen. If this is your plan, you have to start now if you want it to happen before 2025. That sounds so far into the future but it’s not. The holidays are only 6 months away. Time is flying faster than it did a few years ago. I hope I am not the only one who feels that way. Planning your remodel For many homeowners, planning a kitchen renovation is a first time experience is very overwhelming for most. Kitchens require careful attention to the functional details, your personal needs, you’re your budget. Whether you’re looking to update or a total remodel, it’s so important to have a plan. That plan might include you as a do- it-yourselfer or getting a team of people starting with a designer and a general contractor. . #1 – Have a vision of your dream kitchen. #2 Make a list of what you don’t like about your existing kitchen #3 Create a budget Why you should contract with a Kitchen Designer What a Kitchen Designer will do for you This podcast sponsored by email comments & questions to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| This is the Last One . . . | 29 Dec 2021 | 00:10:15 | |
This is my last podcast for 2021 so I thought I’d review some of the past podcasts and entice you to subscribe if you haven’t already. These podcasts are very educational and interesting for the homeowner, new home buyer and anyone wanting to know about trends and ideas for design. I am excited to begin my 5th season with Home Design Chat with Nancy on January 5th with our returning guest, Jem Funk. I wish you all a very happy and healthy New Year. This podcast sponsored by email comments to Nancy@NancyHugo.com | |||
| Get my 8 Tips for Holiday Baking | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:12:32 | |
The holiday season has begun so a great subject for today's podcast is one of my favorite traditions . . . baking. Listen as I share my experiences. You can get my recipes by requesting them through my email - Nancy@nancyhugo.com.
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| Be in the know- Learn about the 2022 Colors | 01 Dec 2021 | 00:28:37 | |
It's that time of year where all the new colors are being introduced for 2022 so Nancy welcomed back Laurie Clark, Senior Design Account Executive to chat about color, of course! How do trends come about? What is the Sherwin-Williams Colormix Forecast 2022? Color Groups
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