Home Design Chat with Nancy

By Nancy HugoArts Design

Home Design Chat with Nancy episodes

January 11, 2023What is the new color for 2023?
What are the color experts seeing for 2023? Laurie Clark, Senior Designer Account Executive with the Sherwin-Williams Company, is back with Nancy chatting about everything color. If you are about to give your home a fresh new look with paint, and we all know that is the most economical way to change the look, then listen to what is trending for this year.
These are our talking points:
Who comes up with the trends?

Is beige pushing gray out

What are the influences for Color in 2023?

What is the Color of The Year for 2023?

Where will we see these colors in the marketplace?

How has “staying home” influenced color and trends?

What is the difference between a trend and a fad?

How should someone use these colors?
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32 min
January 04, 2023Pros & Cons of 9 Countertops Materials You Should Know
When choosing countertop material for your kitchen, durability and functionality are just as important as aesthetics. Nancy's guest this week is Kelly Dunlop, designer sales manager with Cosentino architectural surfaces. Before choosing your countertop there are several factors to consider:
Your budget, but don't don't skimp on quality

Sink style: drop-in or undermount

Edge treatment

Backsplash material
The pros and cons of these kitchen countertop materials:
Granite

Marble

Quartz Countertops

Tile Countertops

Porcelain

Butcher Block Countertop

Stainless Steel

Solid Surface

Laminate
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34 min
December 28, 2022 What to do with that Extra Room in your Home?
Many of us, especially empty nesters, have an extra room in our home that could be repurposed. I will talk about the many possibilities for that extra room during the next few months--today I will cover one possibility with my guest, Christopher Diamond, an area representative for exchange students. We will talk about the program and the purpose for foreign students spending time in America.
We will also cover the advantages for the students and the host families in these programs and the lasting relationships between the families and students. Chris shares his wonderful experiences with several students.
Listen to this podcast if you are curious about being a host family or know someone who would be a great candidate as a host family. To learn more about this program, email Chris at [email protected] or you can call him at 480-270-4232.
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27 min
December 21, 2022Learn about the Luxury Bath Trends for 2023
Homeowners are wanting bathroom designs that make them feel relaxed and pampered offering luxury and technology. Lisa Riley, a consultant with Studio 41, joins Nancy to chat about what is popular for the 2023 luxury bath. If remodeling your bathroom is on your to-do list, you will learn what's in and what's in in Master baths.
Add these to your Master Bath Remodel project:
The Bath Tub As a Focal Point (free-standing, unusual size and finishes)

Walk in showers

Shower seats

Grab bars

Seamless or frameless shower panels/doors

Wet rooms

Antique furniture used as vanities

Bidets – as part of toilet

Lighted mirrors (integrated in mirror or backlit)

Metallic accents: brushed or champagne gold – mix metals

Wall sconces

Area rugs

Plants – needing moisture/shade
Get rid of these:
Medicine cabinets

Pure white everything – use textures, could be in same tones, add some color

Built in tubs

The minimalist look

Faux wood tiles on walls including showers

Chevron pattern tiles & glitzy mosaics and busy pattern tiles
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34 min
December 14, 2022Kitchen Trends for 2023 - What's In & What's Out
Kitchen trends come and go, but when you are planning to remodel your kitchen, the materials can be costly, and you certainly don't want to make wrong choices. Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestabul School of Design, joins Nancy to chat about what kitchen trends to keep and what trends are outdated.
We always recommend getting the opinion of a professional designer to help you with your design and budget.
Kitchen Trends that are Outdated
2-tone cabinets

Farm house decor

Small pendant lighting

Too many small appliances

Busy Kitchen Backsplashes
Kitchen Trends that are Definite Keepers
Wood Cabinets

Double islands & appliances

Colorful appliances
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33 min
December 07, 2022Is your Home Safe & Secure?
Feeling safe and secure in our home is so important and that's why today my guest, Jeremy Robinson with Oasis Luxury Smart Homes.
Our talking points today are:
the benefits of going with a service provider over doing DIY home tech

peace of mind

security cameras

wireless vs hardwired security systems

lighting design trends – design, scenes, locations

apps on your smart phone
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33 min
December 02, 2022Get rid of your old Paint Colors. 2023 Colors are Here!
Paint has always been one of the easiest and most impactful design tricks in the book but paint color trends come and go—and some have seriously overstayed their welcome. Sarah Jones, Design Representative with DunnEdwards, joins Nancy to chat about what's in for 2023 paint color trends, and what you should colors you should retire.
5 Outdated Paint Color Trends to Retire Fast
Skip All-White Paint Palettes

.No More Navy

Curb the Contrast

Say Goodbye to Gray

Don't Use Paint to Downplay Wallpaper
2023 New Colors and Textures
Pantone - Digital Lavender

Softer Whites

Organic colors

Textures - Roman Clay and Limewash
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30 min
November 23, 2022 What is Remodeling going to be like in 2023?
Recently I was asked to do a podcast by Dennis Oz of RTA Marketing. It was interesting to be asked questions instead of the other way around. If you are a listener of Home Design Chat with Nancy, you know that I interview my guests about their expertise in the Design field and ask questions that I feel would be advantageous to my audience. This time I was the one answering all the questions.
After listening to the podcast, I decided to share it with you as there were topics that you might find interesting. I certainly look forward to your comments on this podcast or any other podcast from the past.
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25 min
November 16, 2022GET MY 8 TIPS FOR HOLIDAY BAKING
The holiday season has begun so a great subject for today’s podcast is one of my favorite traditions . . . baking. Listen as I share my experiences. You can get my recipes by requesting them through my email – [email protected].
Our Traditions

Cookie Command

Gluten-free or not

Tips for Holiday baking
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12 min
November 09, 2022How to add Coziness to your Home for the Holidays
When people think of the holidays, they think of string lights, glowing angels and motion-sensor reindeer. What about interior lighting? Your holiday decor shouldn't be limited to garland and a few cranberries.
Jem Funk, Interior and lighting designer, will share ideas on bringing holiday magic to your home.
We will chat about:
Creating cozy spaces

More table lamps

What are dimmers all about

Fairy lights everywhere

Scented candles sets the mood
Listen for more ideas for this holiday season.
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31 min

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