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Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home Improvement, Kitchen Design, Bathroom Design, Welcoming Home

Jen Orr | Interior Designer, Project Manager, Remodel Specialist

The Go to Podcast for Homeowners Who Want to Renovate Without Overwhelm! Hey Homeowners, do you want to update your home to reflect you and function better for your family? Are you stuck between wanting the home of your dreams and fearing cost, complexity and the chaos of getting it? Do you know what you like but the thought of pulling it all together and the what if’s of renovating leave you feeling overwhelmed? I am so excited you"re here! I am on a mission to help homeowners such as yourself

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All Episodes

22:15

13. Think All Countertops Are the Same? Here are 4...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/11/05

In this episode of Remodels Made Easy, I’m kicking off a brand-new mini series all about materials and selections—starting with one of my favorites: countertops. There are so many options out there, it can feel overwhelming, so I’m breaking it down and sharing four key factors that will help you confidently choose the countertop that fits your home, lifestyle, and budget.I’ll walk you through how to balance function, aesthetics, maintenance, and manufacturer differences, and what questions to ask

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23:49

12. You Can’t Have It All — Or Can You? How to Create...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/11/03

If you’ve ever wondered how to create a remodel that’s actually budget-friendly without sacrificing quality, this episode is a must-listen. In this episode, I’m breaking down the “Good, Fast, Cheap” rule — and why you can only pick two. We’ll walk through what that really looks like in a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, or even a whole home remodel — and how to decide what’s right for your goals, lifestyle, and budget. You’ll learn how to: ✅ Choose the best route for your remodel — from DIY to

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29:04

11. Stop! Don’t Start Your Kitchen Remodel Until You...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/29

Ready to design your dream kitchen layout—but not sure where to start? In this episode, I’m breaking down four crucial design details you don’t want to overlook before locking in your kitchen layout. We’ll talk about how to: ✅ Plan your appliances first (and why skipping spec sheets can blow your budget) ✅ Use the kitchen work triangle to create a space that actually flows ✅ Incorporate those bells, whistles, and storage solutions—from pull-out trash bins to spice organizers ✅ Avoid costly

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28:33

10: How to Create Your Own Kitchen Layout Without a...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/27

In this episode of Remodels Made Easy, I’m diving into one of the most important parts of any home renovation or remodeling project — planning and design. I share how taking the time to create a clear layout and detailed blueprint can keep your project on track, on budget, and a lot less stressful.I walk you through how to take accurate measurements, think through functionality, and use tools like SketchUp to draft your own design — even if you’re tackling your DIY home improvement project for the

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16:44

09: Don't Make this Mistake! The #1 Thing Homeowners...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/22

You don’t want to get to the end of your remodel regretting decisions you made in the rush to get things done. Trust me — I’ve seen it too many times: homeowners who focus only on aesthetics and forget about how the space will actually work for their lives.I’m Jen — designer, project manager, and your remodel accountability partner and you back pocket designer. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what many homeowners overlook: function. Before you start picking finishes or scrolling

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36:54

08: Why Most Renovations Fail in the Planning Stage —...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/20

Ever wondered what really happens after your remodel design is done? In this episode, I’m breaking down the order of operations for a renovation—from demo day to final inspections—so you can understand exactly what to expect once construction begins. As a designer and project manager, I’ve learned (often the hard way!) how important it is to know which trades come when, how long each phase takes, and why certain steps can’t happen out of order. Whether you’re planning a kitchen remodel, a bathroom

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24:29

07: Remodels Break the Bank! 5 Ways to Keep Your...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/13

Budgets—the dreaded part of remodeling that no one wants to talk about, but everyone struggles with. In this episode of Remodels Made Easy, I’m breaking down how to keep your renovation costs from spiraling out of control. You’ll learn the five key steps to keep your budget on track—from knowing exactly what you can spend on materials, to prioritizing your “must-haves,” to tracking every selection so the numbers don’t sneak up on you. I’ll also share practical strategies for working with

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22:20

06: Can’t Visualize a Room? Where to Start On Your...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/06

In this episode, I’m walking you through the next step after creating your Pinterest board and gathering all that dreamy inspiration for your remodel. Now that you’ve got a vision and a direction, it’s time to move past the pretty pictures and get practical. I’ll share why layout and function have to come first, how to think through cabinetry and appliances, and the tools I recommend to help you map it all out. Then we’ll dive into selections—starting with focal points and countertops—and talk about

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25:43

05: Scrolling Pinterest for Your Kitchen Remodel?...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/10/01

Struggling to define your design style for a kitchen remodel? You’re not alone. In this episode, I’m breaking down how to use Pinterest as a powerful design tool—not just for inspiration, but to actually clarify your style, discover what you’re truly drawn to, and create a cohesive vision for your renovation. I’ll walk you through practical steps for building boards that capture both the overall feel you want and the specific elements (like lighting, layouts, or finishes) that inspire you. Plus,

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42:44

04: Remodeling Horror Stories - 3 Things to Avoid in...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/09/29

Renovations don’t have to turn into horror stories — but all too often, they do. In this episode, I’m sharing the three most common mistakes I see homeowners make that cause projects to spiral off track: not properly vetting contractors, skipping a budget buffer, and diving into demo without a clear plan. I’ll walk you through why these mistakes create so much stress (and wasted money) and how you can avoid them so your renovation stays on time, on budget, and as stress-free as possible. If you’ve

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23:49

03: Renovating? Don’t Google Contractors Near Me. Do...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/09/24

In today’s episode we are going to talk about how jumping into demolition before you’ve nailed down a design plan is the fastest way to guarantee stress, blown budgets, and contractor chaos. In this episode, I share why design must come before demo — and how to build a clear plan that keeps your remodel on track.You’ll learn the first three steps of smart planning: Function first — identify how your kitchen, bathroom, or home actually needs to work for you. Layout matters — decide what walls,

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31:14

02: Remodeling: Where Do I Begin When Home Design...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/09/24

“Feeling overwhelmed by remodeling? How can you plan your dream home stress-free?” When you’re thinking about remodeling your kitchen, bathroom, or whole home, the first step is not calling a contractor — and it’s definitely not falling down the Pinterest mood board rabbit hole. In this episode, I walk you through the real starting point for a stress-free remodel: getting clear on your budget, your “why,” to get your project started on the right foot. I share the hidden pitfalls of Googling

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12:51

01. Renovations Can’t Be Stress-Free! Or Can They? 3...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/09/24

“What if your dream remodel could actually be stress-free?” “Are you prepared to manage contractors, budgets, and designs… or will your remodel run off the rails?” I’m Jen Orr, designer, project manager, and remodel specialist, and I created this podcast to make home remodels and renovations stress-free. Whether you’re remodeling the bathroom, planning a kitchen remodel, or tackling a whole home renovation, I’ll give you practical tools and insider tips to help you save money, design smarter, and

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Welcome to Remodels Made Easy the Podcast for...

Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home... ·

2025/09/18

Do you want to update your home to reflect you and function better for your family? Are you stuck between wanting the home of your dreams and fearing cost, complexity, and the chaos of getting it? Do you know what you like, but the thought of pulling it all together and the what-ifs of renovating leave you feeling overwhelmed? I am so excited you're here. I am on a mission to help homeowners such as yourself finally have that functional beautiful home that fits your lifestyle and reflects your

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