Home Design Chat with Nancy

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 didn't catch on and which ones are actually timeless and which ones are hanging on by a tile, so to speak!  

As mentioned on the podcast, both Gil and Nancy are from the Southwest so their comments are based on their experiences in this area. 

Please feel free to email [email protected] to share what the tile trends are in your part of the world.

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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

If you are a do-it-yourselfer, please contact Nancy ([email protected]) about your experiences.  Were you happy with the results or did you have any mishaps or regrets?

And by the way, I am looking for guest  podcasters to join Nancy and talk about anything having to do with the home.  Remodeling, new construction, lighting, flooring, etc.

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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.

Why are these ideas taking off now?

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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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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.

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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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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

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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 Nancy about color, of course.

Here is some of the topics Laurie will discuss?

Sherwin-Williams usually has a color forecast, a color of the year and even color of the months.

 Where did the idea of The Loneliest Color come from?

How was The Loneliest Color selected?

Where can consumers see more:

At Sherwinwilliams.com - click  “Explore Color” the can search The Loneliest Color, The Color of The Year, The Most Popular Colors and even order peel and stick samples

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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 chat with Nancy about the following:

Because let's face it, your home deserves a roof that's reliable and worry-free. So tune in and ensure your home stays protected for years to come!

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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 also explain what color drenching is, trending kitchen and bath finishes and much more.

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