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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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00:30:02

Window Treatment Mistakes Homeowners Make — And How...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/09/27

Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy and I’m Nancy! today we're continuing our conversation about something every homeowner has to deal with at some point—window treatments.If you listened to Part 1 of our conversation, you already know there is a lot more to choosing window coverings than simply picking something that looks pretty.We talked about the different types of window treatments, materials, custom versus ready-made, privacy, light control, and some of the choices

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00:25:03

Home Design Mistakes You Don’t Notice Until You Live...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/09/21

Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy.. and I’m Nancy!A our subject today is something that I think every homeowner can relate to. It’s those little design mistakes that you don't necessarily notice when you're looking at your plans, when you're shopping for your house, or even when your remodel is brand new.But then you start living in the space. And suddenly you think: “Why did we do that?” What were we thinking? Have you ever had that happen?But before we begin

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00:32:17

Kitchen Cabinets: The Details That Make All the...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/09/14

Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy, and I'm Nancy. Before I get started on the topic of the day, I would really appreciate it if you can you please subscribe to my podcast.As I have said many times, I do podcasts to educate everyone about design & more. Most people will look at models home, cabinet showrooms or pinterest and quickly notice the cabinet style and color. The cabinet is more than a pretty door. Construction is very important and so is the manufacturer

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00:32:13

Can You Use Pavers Inside Your Home? What Every...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/09/07

Hi Everyone, Welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy, where we talk about the things that make a home look great—but also make it work better.Today the subject is pavers. If you don’t know what a paver is, you will be glad you listened because pavers are a very interesting product, but before we begin, please subscribe to my podcast on the platform you use to listen. I would really appreciate it.Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, is back with me today. He will explain everything you

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00:32:38

Before You Buy Window Treatments: What Every...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/08/31

Hi everyone and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy where we talk about the things that make a home look great --but also make it work better.Today we are talking about something that can completely change the look and feel of a room, yet is often one of the last things homeowners think about: window treatments. And when I say window treatments, I'm talking about a lot more than curtains.My guest today is Jack Kim, the owner of Arizona Blinds Company in Phoenix, Arizona. Jack knows

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00:33:35

Kitchen Cabinets Are More Than Just Pretty Doors!

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/08/24

Hi everyone and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy. Before I get started on the topic of the day, can you please subscribe to my podcast. I would really appreciate it.Today we're talking about an item that most of us probably don't think about very much. Cabinets. There is more to cabinets then the pretty door. There’s construction, materials, hardware, finish, storage and much more that you will know by the end of this podcast.My guest today is Jeff Hunt, co-owner of Hunt’s

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00:31:13

Do You Really Need a Big Microwave? 7 Kitchen...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/08/17

Hi Everyone and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy. If you are new to this podcast, I am Nancy Hugo, a certified kitchen designer, with a passion for design.Today we're talking about an appliance that most of us probably don't think about very much. The microwave. It's one of those things that's just...there. You put something in it, push a button, and a couple of minutes later, you're eating. But when you're designing or remodeling a kitchen, the microwave can

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00:24:40

Aging in Place Kitchen Design: Smart Renovation Ideas...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/08/12

Hi everyone, and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy, where we talk about what’s trending, what’s timeless, and what actually works in your home. If you are new to this podcast, I am Nancy Hugo, a certified kitchen designer, with a passion for design. Hence the podcast which I have been doing for 12 yrs.My subject today is kitchen renovations for aging in place. This podcast was first published on March 23, 2026, and I am sharing it today because it has great information and had great

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00:20:30

Dangerous Home Design Trends: When Beautiful Becomes...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/08/03

Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy, where we talk about the ideas, trends, and practical choices that make our homes more beautiful, functional, and livable.Today we're talking about a subject that almost nobody in the design industry wants to discuss.Some of today's most beautiful homes are also some of the most dangerous. I recently saw a bathroom in Veranda magazine featuring a gorgeous tub designed by Gabriela Eisenhart The topic of the article was about trends for

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00:30:27

The Best Sink for Every Room: Pros, Cons & 2026...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/07/27

Welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy, where we help homeowners make smarter design decisions—before they spend a dime. My subject today is about t one of the hardest-working features in every home, yet one that's often overlooked until it's too late: you has at least one in your home. Actually you have more than one…it’s a sink.Whether you're remodeling your kitchen, updating a bathroom, creating a dream laundry room, or adding a wet bar, choosing the right sink is about much more than

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00:34:01

The Outdoor Kitchen Mistakes Most Homeowners Don't...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/07/20

Welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy! Last week my topic was the outdoor kitchen, a luxurious extension of the indoor kitchen. The main topic of discussion was the aesthetic and surface materials for the outdoor kitchen. We broke down exactly what is trending, what materials actually survive the elements, and how to design a spectacular outdoor culinary space. Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica, Scottsdale, Arizona, is back with me to continue our conversation.Today Gil and I will talk about a very

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00:25:39

Planning an Outdoor Kitchen? Important Things to Know...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/07/13

Welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy! I’m Nancy Before we begin I am going to ask you to subscribe on the platform you use to listen to my podcasts. Have you noticed that summer is moving quickly so we have the perfect subject – trends for outdoor living. It is not just about a stand-a-lone grill on a concrete slab and a picnic table. Outdoor living has become a, luxurious extension of the indoor home.To break down exactly what is trending, what materials actually survive the elements, and how

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00:33:36

Before You Remodel Your Kitchen… Listen to This First

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/07/07

Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy. Before I start, I would like you to please subscribe on the platform you use to listen to my podcasts.My subject today is one of the most exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—projects: a kitchen renovation.Most homeowners who have ideas and plans to remodel their home don’t start the project in the middle of the summer when their kiddos are on summer break or when the family goes on vacation. Instead, the remodel project starts in September

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00:21:25

5 Outdated Kitchen Design Trends We’re Glad Are Gone

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/06/29

Hi everyone and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy. Can you believe that ½ the year is gone?Please subscribe & comment on the platform you are using. I would really appreciate it.I was a little off schedule last week and didn’t get to do a podcast but I’ll make up for that by talking about a very interesting subject that every homeowner, designer, and remodeler has experienced at some point—and that is design regrets.We’ve all had those moments where we look back and think:“What was I

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00:25:06

What's Old is New Again... and Then It Quickly Gets Old

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/06/16

Hi everyone and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy. I'm Nancy, and today is June 15th. First I need to wish my adult kiddos a very happy birthday on June 21st. No, they are not twins, just luck to have the same birthday.It is also Fathers Day on June 21st. So to all you fathers and grandfathers out there wishing you a very Happy & healthy fathers day.Before I continue please subscribe on the platform you use to listen to this podcast. Help me get more subscribers and supporters. If

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00:26:19

If White Kitchens are Out, Why Am I Seeing Them...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/06/01

Welcome back to Home Design chat with Nancy where we tell you the truth about what happening in the design world.I really would appreciate you subscribing to my podcast. My numbers are going up, but more is better. Is that even a sentence? Anyway, please scribe on the platform you listen to my podcasts.The topic for today is the white kitchen. Why People keep saying white kitchens are outWhite Kitchens are not out of styleWhy are you seeing a lot of white kitchens on the internet, Pinterest and

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00:25:12

Why Aging Parents are Choosing Family Over Care Centers

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/05/20

Welcome back to Home Design chat with Nancy where we tell you the truth about what happening in the design world. If you have been enjoying my podcasts please subscribe on the platform you use to listen to my podcasts.Today is May 20th. For years I have been publishing this podcast on Mondays but I have been having Technical problems. No fun especially since I’m a designer not a computer techy. I’m crossing my fingers . I hope the problem is solved.This podcast is about something more families

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00:32:58

The New Rules of Remodeling for Resale Value

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/05/11

Hi everyone, and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy. where we tell you the truth about what’s happening in the design world—what’s worth your money… where we talk about what’s really happening in today’s homes—and more importantly, how to make smart decisions before you spend a dollar and what’s just taking up space.Today Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, joins me to continue on the subject of the remodel projects for the best return on your investment. We had so much

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00:30:45

Home Remodeling ROI: What Actually Adds Value in 2026

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/05/04

Hi everyone, and welcome back to Home Design Chat with Nancy. where we tell you the truth about what’s happening in the design world—what’s worth your money… where we talk about what’s really happening in today’s homes—and more importantly, how to make smart decisions before you spend a dollar and what’s just taking up space.Several weeks ago I did a podcast on the worst ROI upgrades so today Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, joins me on the subject of the remodel projects for the best

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00:26:19

KBIS 2026 Kitchen Trends: What’s Worth It, What’s...

Home Design Chat with Nancy ·

2026/04/28

Welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy, where we tell you the truth about what’s happening in the design world—what’s worth your money… and what’s just taking up space.Today, I’m going talk about some of the biggest product trends from the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show 2026—in Orlando, Florida.This kitchen show is not open to the public but there are several ways to actually see the products without going. Or you could just listen to me. I am going to give you my honest opinion of some

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