Home Design Chat with Nancy

We all know how important it is to have a doctor who we can count on when we need one.

The same goes for a plumber.  You don’t need one until you need one. It would be great to have a plumber friend or someone who can help with problems at any given time..

I don’t have a plumber to chat with today but I do know what Plumbers wish you knew about your Kitchens & Baths.

That’s our subject today.  

These topics will be so helpful to anyone with plumbing issues:

• Garbage Disposals
• Dishwashers
• Hard Water
• Drain Cleaners
• Toilets
• Water Shut-offs
• Plumbers are professionals

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Tile is a popular choice in home design because it’s durable, stylish, and versatile. From kitchens and bathrooms to living spaces and outdoor patios, tile is everywhere!

Today is the first of a series on everything to know about tile including installation. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a homeowner looking to understand the process before hiring a pro, this series will cover everything you need to know.

My guest for the series is Tony Scuderi, a Flooring Design and Installation Consultant with Studio S Design Group. Tony's career began in the tile and stone industry working side by side with his father and brothers in the family commercial tile and stone contracting business "Arizona Ceramic Tile Contractors" (formerly Scuderi Brothers Tile and Marble).

The experience and expertise he gained from an early age in commercial and residential tile and stone installation set the stage for successful future endeavors. 

Today's Topics:

Importance of Tile Selection

1. Ceramic Tile  Pros / Cons
2. Porcelain Tile Pros / Cons
3. Natural stone Tile Pros / Cons

Setting Materials

1. Basic Thin-set
2. Medium Bed Thin-set
3. Premixed Thin-set
4. Grout - Sanded / When to use
5. Grout - Unsanded / When to use
6. Epoxy Grout / When to use

You can email any questions you might have to [email protected]

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This podcast is all about the new Designers Circle just for the homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. 

After 16 years of publishing for designers, builders and architects, Nancy made the move to give Designers Circle a new look. 

I am now focusing Designers Circle on Homeowners and DIY's with posts about Design Trends for 2025, Design News, Things to Know and, of course, all the educational podcasts for home design.

This information will be sent to everyone who puts their email on the DesignersCircleHQ.com site.

DesignersCircleHQ.com is a website and can always be accessed on line.

*New posts will be added frequently, and as usual, new podcasts are published weekly.

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My guest today is Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica, a beautiful, wholesale only, tile showroom in Scottsdale, Arizona. 

Our topics will cover tile trends for 2025 and what is not popular moving into this year. 

Gil is extremely knowledgeable on tile, its properties and installation.  Additionally, due to Gil's vast background, he will be my guest monthly to chat about various subjects.  

If you are planning on remodeling or replacing tile, know what's popular in today's market:

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Last week I spoke about planning your kitchen remodel and continuing with that thought I am going to talk about cabinetry, one of the more expensive items in a kitchen remodel. 

The homeowner/DIY should know as much as possible about the components that go into their kitchen or their bathroom or whatever area being remodeled.

Everything you should know about cabinets:

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The holidays are over so now is the time to plan your remodel, right?  If you don't know where to start this is the perfect podcast to guide you through this overwhelming task. 

If you are planning to work with a general contractor or do the work yourself, you have to have a plan. Nancy talks about the important steps that must be done before you lift that hammer for DIYers, or sign that contract with a remodeler.

If you are planning a remodel in 2025, don't hesitate to contact Nancy.

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One of the common questions on homeowners’ minds is how long will it take to remodel a kitchen.  It is probably the most complicated room in your home to remodel.  

This is not HGTV…no, it can’t be done in a day or a week.

Today Nancy answers that question and more:

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Happy New Year 2025!  One of my resolutions for the new year is to not work on Sundays.  Well, maybe just a little, but the result is to publish Home Design Chat with Nancy on Mondays, not Sundays.  Not a big deal but Mondays works great for me and also for Chris, my tech guy. 

Another change, as I mentioned last week, is to publish DesignersCircleHQ.com for homeowners and DIYers.  This online publication has been around for 16 yrs focusing on the Builders, Architects and Designers of the Arizona Design Community, but now its time to partner DesignersCircleHQ.com with Home Design Chat with Nancy. 

What will DesignersCircleHQ.com feature:

Talking points for today's subject: NKBA Report: Kitchens Are Getting Eclectic

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2024 is just about over and I can't believe how fast it flew by.  The new year brings lots of exciting changes and this year will be definitely bring many great one. 

Every January I always plan on organizing everything. . . my files, my closets, my kitchen, the garage.  Of course, these are all on my list but can I get it done is the big question. Many people create a list of resolutions that seem unreachable, but if we take one thing at a time, like the elephant, most of it will eventually get done.

My main change is going to happen on Designers Circle, my online magazine that I have been publishing for the last 16 years.  The focus was on architects, builders and designers. 

This year Designers Circle will be focusing on homeowners and do-it-yourselfers. Expert advice, inspiring ideas, budget-friendly solutions, and the latest trends will be geared to help you create a beautiful and functional living space.

Not only can you listen to expert advice and interviews with experts in design on this podcast, but you can see before & after pictures of remodel projects and watch videos of fun ideas.

The changes will come mid to end of January and will be available on NancyHugo.com as well as having a presence on Google.  I would definitely look forward to comments and suggestions through email:  [email protected]

Have a Happy and Healthy New Year. 

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Last week I mentioned that I would talk about the 8 kitchen trends that will be popular in 2025. 

Well, here you are listening to my last podcast of 2024 because you have been a loyal listener or because you want to know what the 2025 kitchen trends are? 

Whatever the reason, I am excited to say that I will continue doing podcasts on home remodeling for 2025. 

I am going to discuss what a handful of designers (3 to be exact) predicted for the kitchen trends in the coming year. 

There are thousands of kitchen designers who may or may not disagree with me, but the important thing is you, the homeowner.

Check out all the trends, ideas and suggestions and decide what you would like in your home. 

2025 predictions:

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy Hanukkah. 

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