Betsy Helmuth introduces a premium membership, shares personal reflections on balancing work and an unexpected pregnancy, and answers listener questions about office space design and window treatments. She also announces a new YouTube channel and social media links.

0:00 introduction of premium membership 1:32 personal update on balancing work and family 3:24 reflections on unexpected pregnancy and motherhood 5:08 listener question from Les about office space design 7:55 prioritizing room functions and creating a floor plan 10:19 addressing visual clutter in the office 14:11 listener question from Kate about window treatments 17:21 detailed solution for Kate's window treatment dilemma 21:01 announcement of new YouTube channel and social media links

- Creating a list of priorities for the functions of a room can help in determining the best floor plan and furniture arrangement. - Using a long rod with multiple brackets and floor-length curtains can effectively address high-set, awkwardly placed windows while maintaining privacy and aesthetic consistency. - Finding an inspiration piece and using it to guide color choices can help achieve a cohesive and visually appealing room design.

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