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Home Design Chat with Nancy

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

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00:32:08

Completing the Perfect Remodel With Unexpected...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/09/02

On this Labor Day Week I continued my podcast from last week (https://designerscirclehq.com/how-the-perfect-project-came-to-be/) on how this perfect project evolved. Peggy, the homeowner of the project, is back again this week to chat about her and Dan's resilience and ability to adapt to unforeseen and overwhelming mishaps during this project. We covered the following talking points: The importance of prioritizing your wish list Creating a budget Working with your designer to come up

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00:33:47

How the Perfect Project Came To Be

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/08/25

Home Design Chat with Nancy is in its 9th season of podcasting. I find it very enjoyable because I can use each episode to share my vast knowledge and experience to homeowners, designers and do-it-yourselfers. I cover everything from design to products to trends and then some. Podcasting is my 2nd passion--my first is the design and execution of a project. Following projects from interviewing a potential client to its completion IS my passion. I have never had a client on Home Design Chat with

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00:33:20

Quartz & Corian are Manmade Products - What are the...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/08/18

Making choices about countertops for your remodel can be very confusing since there are so many materials to chose from, but we will talk about the pros and cons of both Corian© and Quartz. These products are manmade and differ from natural stone. FYI: Quartzite is a natural stone often confused with Quartz. Nancy chats with Kristin Girard, Spec Development Manager with Hallmark Building Supply. As a supplier of both Corian© and quartz to the design community, Kristin is well-versed in the

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00:35:34

The Perfect Lighting for your Kitchen

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/08/11

Good lighting is an important aspect of any kitchen. Not only does it provide the necessary visibility to prepare and cook meals, but it can also set the mood and enhance the overall aesthetic of the space.It is easy to be overwhelmed when choosing light fixtures for the kitchen so Ken Ross, manager of Premier Lighting in Scottsdale, will chat with Nancy about the different light fixtures available for your kitchen. What's in for 2024 and how to make the trends timeless. Talking points:

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00:33:51

Timeless Elegance: Designing Bathrooms for Safety and...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/08/06

Are you thinking about a bathroom remodel that’s safe, stylish, and perfect for all ages? Whether you’re designing for young children, elderly family members, or just want a safer space for everyone, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you create a bathroom that’s both beautiful and functional. Nancy has years of experience and is a certified Living in Place designer. She will cover: Bathroom entry problems and solutions Grab Bars - placement and styles Curbless showers

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00:35:11

Were Those 2024 Tile Trend Predictions Accurate?

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/07/28

At the end of the current year and the beginning of the new year we are bombarded with predictions of what the trends will be for colors, kitchens and more. We are now in the 7th month of 2024 and we are going to see how those predictions held up. Is subway tile out along with the checkerboard pattern? Are mosaics still popular? Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, is back with Nancy to talk about the tile trends of 2024. Which tiles are popular and which were not? Which tile trends

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00:34:34

Calling Do-It-Yourselfers - This Podcast is for You

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/07/21

Is the Do-It-Yourselfer, more commonly known know as a DIY, going away? Not according to USA who wrote that in February 2023, a survey found that 76% of homeowners between the ages of 18 and 24 and 73% of homeowners under 44 were doing DIY projects due to inflation. The survey also found that homeowners in remote areas may prefer DIY projects because it may be difficult to find nearby professionals. Nancy talks about the pros and cons of the homeowner doing his or her own projects The more

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00:36:45

Invisible Kitchens - Minimalism Meets Function

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/07/14

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

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00:26:53

Remodel Smart: Kitchen Upgrades Without Regrets

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/07/08

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

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00:29:03

How to Make Your Kitchen Remodel Timeless

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/06/30

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

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00:30:44

Great Remodels Don't Just Happen, They are Planned

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/06/24

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: having a functional floor plan importance of listing all the components of your remodel (cabinets, plumbing fixtures, tile, appliances, etc) working with a Kitchen Designer finding a General Contractor avoiding change orders This podcast sponsored

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00:25:23

Plan for a Successful Remodel

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/06/17

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

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00:28:54

Learn about the Loneliest Color and How to Use It.

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/06/09

We've heard of different ways of describing colors: happy colors, bright colors, trending colors, but never the loneliest color until now. Sherwin-Williams has introduced a way to tell the first ever color story of the least tinted color, and perhaps bring it out of the shadows! Also, to give homeowners and specifiers the confidence to choose colors that are less than popular, and how to use them! Laurie Clark, Senior Designer Account Executive with Sherwin-Williams, is back to chat with

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00:30:19

Everything Homeowners Need to Know About Roofs Before...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/06/02

Have you ever thought of that perfect kitchen remodel? You spend months planning, budgeting, and picturing your wish list. Before those demolition hammers start swinging, let's talk about something crucial: your roof. Your beautiful new kitchen could be overshadowed (literally!) by a leaky, outdated roof. This episode of Home Design Chat with Nancy dives into why your roof deserves just as much attention as your dream kitchen. Charlie Holquin with Roof King is our roofing expert today and will

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00:27:47

Color Trends: The Power of Color in Everyday Life

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/05/27

Did you know that different colors stir different feelings due to how our brain responds to each tone? For example, bright, warm colors (reds, oranges, yellows) stimulate energy and happiness while cool, subdued colors (blues, greens, purples) are soothing and calming. Sarah Jones, Designer Services Representative with Dunn-Edwards Paint, is back with us to chat about the psychology of color and how it is used in the commercial setting as well as how it should be used in our homes. Sarah will

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00:32:17

Add Ambiance with a Cozy Fireplace

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/05/19

Everyone loves the look and the coziness of fireplaces and I’m no exception. I have been including fireplaces in my designs for years. Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and patios.Today I am happy to have as my guest Keith Richardson, President at Arizona Fireplaces, a leading player in the hearth industry. Keith's parents founded Arizona Fireplace in 1980 and holds the distinction of being of the the fastest-growing privately held companies in the nation. Keith explains what

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00:29:53

Things Aren't Always What They Seem

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/05/13

Did you ever wonder about those popular renovation shows like the Property Brothers or This Old House and what really goes on behind the camera? I came across a situation in Las Vegas where a young couple contracted with the Property Brothers and things went very wrong. It is now in litigation waiting for a jury trial in October, 2024. That led me to delve more into what people should know before they think about getting a free, but not so free, renovation. To be fair, the Property Brothers was

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00:28:06

Mastering Kitchen Renovations: Understanding...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/05/05

When homeowners decide to remodel their kitchen they can get easily overwhelmed by the many choices in cabinets, appliances, etc. because this is not a project most people do often. Since many of the same questions are asked of me when I meet potential clients, I thought I would chose 3 areas and explain the difference and benefits of each. Today I am going to explain the differences between frame and frameless cabinets and what the pros and cons are, and how they effect your budget. Countertops

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00:28:06

Open Road Fun: Enjoying Life in an RV

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/04/28

Join us on Home Design Chat with Nancy as we delve into an intriguing aspect of modern living: the world of recreational vehicles (RVs). Did you know that approximately 1 million Americans have embraced RV life as their full-time residence? Moreover, an astonishing 40 million Americans regularly embark on RV adventures, with over 25 million hitting the road each year. Surprisingly, 38% of RV owners are Millennials, showcasing a growing trend in this demographic. With RV ownership becoming

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00:22:29

White Cabinets & Stainless Steel Appliances are Never...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2024/04/22

Remember when appliances came in the colors of the rainbow? Well, maybe not all the colors but in the 1950's and 60's pink, yellow and turquoise were popular choices for appliances. The 70's brought us harvest gold and avocado refrigerators, sinks and accessories like toasters and even Tupperware to match. These color trends are gone, never to return I hope. Nancy talks about the trends in kitchen cabinets and appliances and what will always been timeless. Why are stainless steel

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