A new coat of paint can update a space with the swish of a brush but knowing what colors to use and what colors to stay away from is our subject today. Sarah Jones, Designers Services Representative for Dunn-Edwards Paints, chats with Nancy about how to get a timeless color palette for your home. Sarah and Nancy goes through a list of 9 colors that designers say should not be used on your walls, but do they agree or disagree with these choices? Please email Nancy if you agree or disagree. Your c...
Sep 24, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 38
There are so many choices for everything from food, to cars, to plumbing fixtures. Today, my guest Bill Klingberg, the Southwest Regional Sales Manager for California Faucets. Bill is going to answer questions that might be on your mind if you are not familiar with this brand. Some interesting facts about this brand: Who started California Faucets? Where are this fixtures made? What sets them apart from other kitchen & bath fixtures? What does "from our hands to your home" mean? Do you have ...
Sep 17, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 37
Whether you have a few plants on your window sill or a house full of greenery, you will want to listen to this podcast. Joe Zazzera, owner of Plant Solutions in Scottsdale, is back with Nancy to give advice on what can go wrong with your plants and how to keep them healthy and happy. Some of the topic Joe covers: Yellowing leaves How to avoid root rot Easiest plants to grow Bringing plants in for the winter What happens when you move your Ficus Succulents and Cacti This podcast sponsored by M...
Sep 10, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 36
Labor Day means the end of summer when kids are back in school and homeowners are thinking about remodeling for the holiday celebrations. Not so fast. Nancy goes through the do's and don'ts about remodeling vs. renovating. What you should and shouldn't do before the holidays. Do you want to make the function of your kitchen better than it is now? Do you want to change appliances and plumbing? Do you want to do a major renovation? Listen for the hints and ideas that will make your project success...
Sep 05, 2023•27 min•Season 6Ep. 35
Tile can improve your home's appearance, make maintenance easier and also increase your home's value! But choosing tile can be overwhelming task, so Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, AZ, will explain what you should know before you enter a tile showroom. Gil, who has been in the tile business for many years, suggests that when you are prepared to answer pertinent questions your tile showroom professional asks you, you will save not only time, but frustration and embarrassment as well...
Aug 27, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 34
The summer is almost over and the kids are back in school, so now is a good time to plan your kitchen remodel. Nancy reviews several items that people regret using in their kitchen remodel and some items that Nancy feels would not be a good choice. Nancy reviews these items and offers other ideas. Be sure to listen to this podcast before you make costly mistakes on your project. Nancy talks about: Oversized island Pot filler faucets Pantries Workstation sinks Library Ladders Open shelving Bench ...
Aug 21, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 33
Deron Rensen, Senior Area Sales Manger for Monogram Appliances, is back with us today. Deron will chat with Nancy about all the great new ideas and appliances Monogram has added to make you, the consumer, have an amazing experience in your kitchen. Pay close attention to the Forge, a new concept in cocktails, the changes in Monogram's dishwasher and the new induction range, which can be added to most kitchens easily. This induction range will change your whole way of cooking with a smile. Deron ...
Aug 13, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 32
If you are remodeling or changing out your countertops, listen to Nancy explain everything about Laminate, Corian and Tile countertops, especially if you are working on a budget for your remodel project. Nancy talks about the history of each material What the Property Brothers says about laminate What edge details are available for each Backsplashes for each material Sink applications Pros and cons of each material This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comment...
Aug 06, 2023•31 min•Season 6Ep. 31
We all love to delve into the minds of professionals and find out why they do what they do and how they got there. Today Nancy chats with Lynda Martin, owner of Camelback Interior Design, and a well-known award-winning interior designer in Scottsdale, Arizona. Interior designers have a great eye for detail, insight on the latest design trends, and the experience to execute your dream home. If you're looking to avoid making costly mistakes, and in turn save money, time, and effort, hire an interi...
Jul 30, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 30
Remodeling has always been an overwhelming challenge for the homeowner, especially when it comes to budgeting for the project. Jan Rutgers, founder of Vestabul School of Design, is back chatting with Nancy about the importance of the consumer having a realistic budget to work with. Jan has been working with a team of developers and designers on an app for this very subject and explains how it works for consumers as well as designers. Some of the questions that Jan will address: Why this is impor...
Jul 23, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 29
Did you know that fabric appears in every room of your home? You can't get away from it. Fabric sets the mood, adds interest to a boring setting and gives your room pizazz Nancy chatted with Celia Schauble, the people person working with H & R Fabrics, a family-owned fabric shop in Phoenix, Arizona since 1965. Celia talks about different fabrics and how to determine what fabric is best for your projects. Fabric trends Leather hides Where the fabrics originate Available to the designer as wel...
Jul 16, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 28
Nancy debunks an article published in July, 2023 about kitchen trends. The author explains each trend which Nancy disagrees with. Listen to this podcast and decide if Nancy is right or wrong! Sleek and Minimalist Design Two-tone Cabinets Open Shelving Glass Front Cabinets Customized Storage Solutions Natural and Sustainable Materials This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments to [email protected]...
Jul 10, 2023•21 min•Season 6Ep. 27
On this July 4th it's a perfect time to talk about color--specifically red, white and blue. The topic Nancy was originally going to talk about was how the white cabinets and white subway tile are timeless and versatile even though some designers are saying these items are on their way out for 2023. More of Nancy's talking points: Subway tile's history Different ways to work with subway tiles White cabinets are here to stay Designing with red and blue. How red and blue affects moods and energy. W...
Jul 04, 2023•29 min•Season 6Ep. 26
Because we don't remodel our homes on a yearly basis, knowing what to do and when to do it is very important, but having a great team consisting of a knowledgeable and experienced general contractor is more important. Tim Larson, owner of La Casa Builders, chatted with Nancy about the sequential steps in remodeling a residential project. From the planning stage to the project's completion is very rewarding. Listen to this podcast to get ideas and thoughts before you sign that contract with your ...
Jun 25, 2023•19 min•Season 6Ep. 25
One of the greatest challenges for a kitchen designer is to create a design that the customer appreciates aesthetically and simultaneously provides them with a functionally well designed kitchen. It’s equally difficult to just not make any mistakes. And sadly, that’s something very few kitchen designers can actually accomplish. Paul McAlary, president of Main Line Kitchen Design in Bala Cynwyd, Pa. chats with Nancy about safety in kitchen design. In the last few years, Paul said he has yet to pi...
Jun 18, 2023•40 min•Season 6Ep. 24
Welcome to "Home Design Chat with Nancy" – your go-to podcast for all things home design! In this exciting episode, we dive into the realm of garage cabinets and storage options, joined by the president and co-founder Aaron Cash. Discover the secrets to transforming your garage into a stylish and organized space with expert advice from Aaron. From discussing the latest trends in garage cabinet designs to exploring innovative storage solutions, this episode is packed with valuable insights and pr...
Jun 11, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 23
A beautifully designed kitchen is essential for several reasons. Primarily, it is the space where we spend the most amount of time with family, cooking, eating, or even working. It's also important to keep in mind that the right kitchen can add to the resale value of a home. There are several kitchen design trends going away in 2023, according to experts and interior designers, and of course, I will give you my opinion since I don't agree with most of them. All White Kitchens Open Kitchen Design...
Jun 05, 2023•26 min•Season 6Ep. 22
I am recording this podcast on the Memorial Day weekend when we honor and mourn the U.S. Military men and women who gave their lives while serving our country, and thank them for the freedom we have. Many take advantage of this holiday weekend by having family picnics, taking trips or just relaxing at home. And some people spent this holiday weekend planning their remodel project, If you are in the last group, you will be interested in the subject of this podcast: Budgets for your remodel projec...
May 29, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 21
Color can transform a plain room into a fantastic space, but picking the colors is challenging. Sarah Jones, Designers Services Representative for Dunn-Edwards Paints, is Nancy’s guest today. Sarah talks about color, of course, and will explain what to consider when choosing a color scheme. The colors in your home are personal and effects your mood, so picking colors that are not trendy is important. Listen to this podcast for more ideas on the impact color plays on your life. This podcast spons...
May 21, 2023•33 min•Season 6Ep. 20
The home improvement industry is big business in America, for many reasons, but recently during the pandemic, people had the money, time and opportunity to remodel their home. Nancy delves into the trends and projections of this industry, the remodeling paybacks and the most popular home improvement projects. This podcast is very interesting for people who own their own home and are curious about the statistics of the industry. Nancy also covers the reasons why remodeling outweighs the reasons f...
May 14, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 19
Tile trends are one of the more popular subjects everyone seems to be interested in. The best place to find out what these trends are is to attend the tile trade shows, specifically Coverings which was held in Orlando a few weeks ago. Since we all can't go to Orlando, the next best thing is to have Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, share with us everything new in tile. where the tiles originate new colors shapes and textures format sizes new materials Gil will also touch on what's af...
May 07, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 18
Every wonder how those beautiful pictures of living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens and more get into those magazines? Nancy chats with John Roark, editor-in-chief of Phoenix Home & Garden. John will explain how you can get your projects published. Listen and follow these hints and ideas for any magazine or publication. Keep it offline, do not publish on your social media. Magazines like to be the first. Pitch One Publication at a Time. Don't contact all the magazines. Wait for a response from one...
Apr 30, 2023•34 min•Season 6Ep. 17
Nancy's guest this week is Blake Sutton, president of Est Est, Inc, an award winning design firm in Scottsdale, Arizona. Blake has extensive experience in building and design luxury homes and projects in the Southwest. Blake chats with Nancy about his thoughts on trends and more. The topic discussed: Why is a homeowner is updating. Analyze architectural style, and understand the beauty of the diversity we have here. What are common elements of timeless designs, regardless of their architectural ...
Apr 23, 2023•31 min•Season 5Ep. 16
Last week (April 9th, Nancy spoke about safety in the home and said she was taking a course supported by Living in Place) Nancy's guest this week is Louie Delaware, president and founder. of Living in Place. Louie will explain what Living in Place is, their mission statement and the certification they offer. The Living in Place Institute is the professional education leader in home accessibility, health and safety. They train housing professionals and others to work with people of all generation...
Apr 16, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 15
Enjoy this short podcast Nancy recorded on Easter morning. What's coming up next week? It's going to be all about the safety and wellbeing in your home. What you should know and do to make your home a safe an enjoyable space for everyone --from children to the elderly. Listen next week to learn everything about the CLIPP certification classes that Nancy took last week. Have a happy Easter and Passover. This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments & questions to Nanc...
Apr 09, 2023•12 min•Season 6Ep. 14
Remodeling a kitchen is an overwhelming task, but is also one of the largest investments you will make. The most expensive items for a kitchen remodel are the appliances and the cabinets. My guest is Derek Byler, owner of Arizona Custom Cabinets, who has experience in custom and box cabinets. We will discuss the pros and cons of these cabinetry categories. We will also cover the differences between frame and frameless cabinets. If you are remodeling, and I stress this constantly, know the produc...
Apr 02, 2023•31 min•Season 6Ep. 14
This year’s Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS 2023), held in Las Vegas, celebrated its 60th anniversary and broke attendance records. After visiting all 1,600 booths, Jan Rutgers, founder of Vestabule School of Design, is back with us to share her thoughts about what she discovered at the show. Jan felt the emphasis was on form and function and will discuss some of the items that depicts this: Fluted cabinet doors Base cabinet light strips Black metal accents Curvy islands Matte black appli...
Mar 26, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 12
Your cabinets can look great from the outside, but are they organized and efficient on the inside? Jason Miller is back from the Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (K/BIS) in Las Vegas and is going to chat with Nancy about what he saw at the show. From the kitchen, to the laundry room, to closets and vanities, Rev-a-shelf, one of the leading manufacturers of organizational needs for your home, is the topic of conversation today. Talking Points: Kitchen corner options Cookware & Food storage cont...
Mar 19, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 11
Deron Rensen, Senior Area Sales Manager – Monogram Appliances, joins Nancy this week. Deron explains what amazing new features and appliances Monogram introduced at KBIS-2023. Having toured the booth I can attest to Deron's descriptions of these items that will make any kitchen a work of beauty. Great appliances also make great cooks, so be aware when you are remodeling or replacing your appliances. Deron's talking points: Designer CollectionIndustry Only 96” Tall Column Panels Brass & Titan...
Mar 12, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 10
Nancy and her guests have been sharing their knowledge on Home Design Chat with Nancy for years educating homeowners, the do-it-yourselfers, and people who are in the design field. If you are a seasoned listener, or just started to listen to these podcasts, you will find important information and useful ideas. This podcast is about the remodeling contract you are about to sign with your contractor. If you are planning to remodel, do your homework. Go the the showrooms, ask questions, get make an...
Mar 06, 2023•22 min•Season 6Ep. 9
