Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, answers listener questions on color palettes, bold rugs, and sofa slipcovers, and shares insights on interior design certification. She also explores the role of a marriage counselor in design and the importance of scale and proportion.

0:00 Premium membership benefits 1:17 Introduction and greetings 1:34 Question from Jana about color palette 3:13 Question from Amy about a bold rug 5:10 Question from Amy about interior design certification course 6:24 Marriage counselor component in design 10:05 Importance of scale and proportion 11:18 Question from Carol about sofa slipcover 24:13 Closing remarks and sponsor shoutout: Affordable Interior Design

- Avoid incorporating orange accents into your decor if you dislike the existing orange-toned trim and woodwork in your home.  - Opt for a neutral-colored sectional sofa to avoid overwhelming your space with too much color, and consider performance fabrics to withstand family wear and tear.  - For a cohesive design, balance warm and cool tones in your room by using an inspiration piece to guide your color palette choices.

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