Remember when appliances came in the colors of the rainbow? Well, maybe not all the colors but in the 1950's and 60's pink, yellow and turquoise were popular choices for appliances. The 70's brought us harvest gold and avocado refrigerators, sinks and accessories like toasters and even Tupperware to match. These color trends are gone, never to return I hope. Nancy talks about the trends in kitchen cabinets and appliances and what will always been timeless. Why are stainless steel appliances in 7...
Apr 22, 2024•22 min•Season 8Ep. 17
Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, joins Nancy today to chat about the world of tile design and innovation! We will explore the exciting trends shaping the tile industry in 2024. Whether you’re a designer, architect, home renovator, or tile enthusiast, this episode is packed with insights to inspire your next project. This year, we’re seeing incredible advancements in technology and sustainability, alongside a resurgence of artisanal craftsmanship that’s revitalizing traditional aesth...
Apr 15, 2024•35 min•Season 8Ep. 16
Monogram introduced their new products at the February 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show in Las Vegas to the excitement of all the attendees and kitchen designers. Dan Huggins, Monogram Senior Sales Manager, joined Nancy to chat about these new appliances and how Monogram™ elevated the position of luxury appliances to works of art with impeccable craftsmanship and sophisticated design. To offer a glimpse at how the brand redefines personal luxury, Monogram guided guests through the Monogram ...
Apr 08, 2024•32 min•Season 8Ep. 15
Today Maegan Blau, owner of Blue Copper Designs, joined Nancy for this 3rd and final podcast on barrier-free designs. General barrier-free designs and kitchens were covered in the last 2 podcasts. Barrier-free designs are not only relegated to people with physical challenges, but for everyone living in the home no matter the age of the residents. The concept of independence and safety are emphasized when designing the areas of the home. This podcast will cover bathroom designs. Subjects covered ...
Mar 31, 2024•34 min•Season 8Ep. 14
Maegan Blau, owner of Blue Copper Designs, was Nancy’s guest last week. She explained what barrier-free designs are and described some ideas that she has implemented in her designs. Maegan is back to talk about accessibility and universal and barrier-free designs in the kitchen. This is an important subject for everyone who has challenges in using the kitchen or knows someone who finds it difficult to work in this space. Maegan will talk about the following points: Countertop heights Appliances ...
Mar 24, 2024•35 min•Season 8Ep. 13
A few weeks ago I attended a seminar on Barrier-free Designs presented by Maegan Blau, owner of Blue Copper Designs. Maegan was friendly, outgoing and very knowledgeable on the subject. And why not? She has lived with a physical challenge for the past several years and has decided to design for people with disabilities both in the residential and commercial field. There is so much information for designing for Living in Place, Aging in Place, Universal Design or simply put, designs for everyone,...
Mar 17, 2024•33 min•Season 8Ep. 12
I have been interviewing various people who are experts in their field on my podcast for over 8 years. Last week I was given the change to be on the other side of the mic and be interviewed by Jill Nicolini, a reporter on WPIX 11 New York City. It was certainly fun and interesting to be asked questions and chat about my expertise instead of me being the hostess. I am sharing the interview which is the first of four podcasts I am scheduled to do with Jill. Hope you enjoy this podcast and please l...
Mar 10, 2024•32 min•Season 8Ep. 11
The newest kitchen and bath ideas are always introduced at the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show that was combined with the International Builders Show which was held in Las Vegas. The combined attendance for both shows was over 117,000 people who viewed more than 2,400 exhibits and walked 678,000 square feet. Whew! That is a lot of walking. Jason Miller, current president of the National Kitchen & Bath Association's Arizona North Chapter, is back with us to talk about the new trends and idea...
Mar 03, 2024•30 min•Season 8Ep. 10
Styles come and go constantly! Bell bottoms and crop tops are back and so is wallpaper, terrazzo flooring and floral patterns. When it comes to remodeling your kitchen and bath, there are certain ideas that builders incorporated into their houses should never be brought back. Why did builders think putting a desk in a kitchen was a great idea. Those wet bars from years ago were not functional. I never saw 2 sinks in the kitchen when I was called in to remodel and update the space. Bathrooms desi...
Feb 25, 2024•17 min•Season 7Ep. 9
Several years ago I had the horrific misfortune of being scammed. I wrote about this experience and published it to all of my social media platforms in addition to sending it out to everyone I knew. I didn't want anyone to go through what I did. Many people has experienced this same scam all over the country and have been interviewed on news programs and for news articles. I have been asked to talk about it in an interview but chose not to relive it. As I said on the podcast, if you want to know...
Feb 18, 2024•33 min•Season 7Ep. 8
Many times designers and homeowners want unique items that sets their project apart from the norm. The difficulty is to find the craftsman that can make their design a reality. Nancy's guest, Steve Appolloni, owner of EuroFe Remodeling, is just that person. His background is very interesting and his creativity and knowledge of kitchen design and remodeling makes him a valuable asset to the projects. EuroFe Remodeling is located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, although their cabinets have been instal...
Feb 12, 2024•33 min•Season 7Ep. 7
Trends are trends…they come and go. You might like some and you might not like others. Most trends aren't new. They just pop up every few years. Some trends like carrara marble and navy blue cabinets are timeless but not every designer agrees. Listen to find out if our guest, Jan Rutgers, owner and founder of Vestubal School of Design, and Nancy agrees with what the designers have to say. Curved Cabinets are back Windows for backsplashes Omit the upper cabinets Natural Stone is popular, but Quar...
Feb 05, 2024•35 min•Season 7Ep. 6
My last 2 podcasts are important if you plan on remodeling so if you haven't had a chance to listen, please do. They were specifically focused on homeowners knowing more about remodeling and having a plan before the project gets started. This podcast focuses on remodeling the kitchen and bathroom to get a better a return on your investment. What sells a home Renovation vs. Remodel - what is the difference Planning to stay in the home or sell in the near future Reasons to remodel your kitchen Thi...
Jan 31, 2024•23 min•Season 7Ep. 5
We are 3 weeks into the new year and one of the common goals for homeowners is remodeling. They are anxious to have a new look by decorating or remodeling. This week Nancy will talk about where to start a kitchen remodel for success. Have a plan before you start. Work with a professional Remodel should be timeless Have a functional floor plan Research main and secondary appliances Order appliances and cabinets Staying within budget This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41...
Jan 21, 2024•35 min•Season 7Ep. 4
Many people welcome a new year with thoughts of remodeling. They got through the holidays and now is the time to remodel that kitchen or bathroom, but what should they know before tackling that project. Ed Baney, General Contractor and owner of The Remodeling Firm, LLC, joined Nancy to chat about what homeowners don't know about remodeling but should. Renovations take time - the project can't be rushed. This is not HGTV! Be honest about the budget and know that whatever you think the budget migh...
Jan 14, 2024•35 min•Season 7Ep. 3
Today is January 7, 2024 and the first show for my 7th year doing this podcast sharing ideas for your home. The subject for this podcast: most economical ways of giving your home a different look Start with kitchen Changing out appliances – Paint cabinets, change hardware, add convenience Countertops Light fixtures Bathrooms Paint cabinets, countertops, fixtures, mirrors New fixtures and accessories Most economical way to make a difference Wallpaper and paint This podcast sponsored by Monogra...
Jan 07, 2024•29 min•Season 7Ep. 2
Happy New Year! Hope 2024 is a healthy & prosperous one for you all. Since I am on vacation, I am reposting a podcast that is full of information and will be very helpful before you think about remodeling. Just a note: I have started a facebook page called "Home Design Chat with Nancy." After 6 years of podcasting this series, I thought it would about time. Please become a friend if you have a facebook account. I will be back next week to start my 7th season. This podcast sponsored by Monogr...
Jan 01, 2024•23 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Merry Christmas! Enjoy the best of Home Design Chat with Nancy. If you are remodeling, I'm sure you have gotten many ideas from Nancy about planning, design and products. Use a professional if you are not experienced in remodeling, or at least procure a designer to review your plans. This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments to [email protected]...
Dec 25, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 51
Nancy gives a short summary of the 2023 podcasts and what to look forward to for 2024, and she gives a little tease for a special guest for the new year. This is the time of year to spend with family and friends, and so Nancy can do that as well, she will publish "the best of . . ." for the next 2 weeks, and then return on January 7, 2024, with new podcasts. Please subscribe on the platform you list to these podcasts. It is easy on your phone, iPhone or android makes it simple. Wishing all a ver...
Dec 17, 2023•8 min•Season 6Ep. 50
Finding a Christmas gift for friends and family is, many times, difficult and frustrating. If you chose the wrong gift it could go in the back of the closet until you visit that person. Then they could display for you to see, or if it's clothing, they could wear it while you are there. The wrong gift could also be re-gifted unless you know the recipient of the re-gifted item. It's a whole different ballgame when you give a plant for the holidays, or a birthday, or house warming. There is a whole...
Dec 10, 2023•35 min•Season 6Ep. 49
We are at the end of 2023. Where has the time gone. Seems like it was yesterday that we had to get used to saying the year "2000." It's all about the numbers and today Nancy will talk all about the numbers of kitchen design. All the rules of design and the components having to do with the kitchen incorporates rules of design and the sizes of cabinets, appliances, etc. If you are remodeling or building a new home, you are either doing the design yourself or consulting with a designer. You can not...
Dec 03, 2023•34 min•Season 6Ep. 48
Today we are going to take a look at what trends have had an important affect on our lives in 2023, and are here to stay. Nancy discusses these trends with Jason Miller, who has been named Innovator of the year -2023 by Kitchen & Bath Design News. Jason did his first podcast in August and has become a regular podcaster with Nancy. Several trends will be covered today but due to the time constraint, Jason will be back in the early part of 2024 to continue our discussion on this topic. Home de...
Nov 27, 2023•34 min•Season 6Ep. 47
Hey, Everyone, I hope you read my weekly show notes which I hope are helpful to you. This week I just want to let you know that we had a small tech problem 1/2 way through the recording, but don't give up, it only lasted a short while. You can let me know what your thoughts are. Color impacts are lives more than we realize, so it's no wonder why the fashion industry, the design industry and even the automobile companies want to know what colors will trend for 2024. Laurie Clark, the senior desig...
Nov 19, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 46
The holidays are here and what better way to celebrate than to entertain family and friends, but as we all know, it can be very stressful. Dona Deslauriers joined Nancy to chat about ideas for small stress-free buffets using leftovers and even suggests what wines to pair with the food. By the way, fondue entertaining is back! Dona is an event planner and caterer and has been working with Nancy on all her happy hours and holidays parties for the last 12 years. Dona also caters weddings among them...
Nov 12, 2023•29 min•Season 6Ep. 45
Many of you are getting ready for the holidays so from now until Jan 2nd this is consuming your time, but for those thinking of remodeling, and I hope you are not going to start your project before January, I’m sure you are constantly thinking about and picturing your new kitchen. Today I’ll talk about 2024 trends are for your kitchen and also talk about some timeless elements for the kitchen. In my opinion, some of these trends suggested by unnamed designers have been around for years. I have u...
Nov 05, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 44
Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, AZ, is back with Nancy discussing tile, of course. Gil has a plethora of knowledge when it comes to tile so who better to discuss tile and budgets with? Tile is one of the necessary finishes in today's homes so, of course, there are a lot of questions having to do with tile products. Some of the the important questions homeowners have regarding tile: Difference in tile & prices Materials and prices Areas used with tile Formulate & fix a budge...
Oct 29, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 43
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: Lots of moving parts to the project Planning Is Key Average Timeline by Kitchen Remodel Type Factors That Affect the Kitchen Renovation Timeline This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments to Nancy@...
Oct 23, 2023•30 min•Season 6Ep. 42
Most of us want our homes to be beautiful, inviting, functional and safe. In this podcast Nancy talks about the safety issues of bathtubs and why many people should not be using tubs. Pros & Cons: Sunken Bathtubs Drop-in Tubs Set in Decks Free-Standing Tub Solutions & Alternatives to bathtubs All these educational podcasts are focused on your home This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments to [email protected]...
Oct 16, 2023•28 min•Season 6Ep. 41
Are you wanting to make some upgrades to your kitchen but don't know where to start? Are you overwhelmed with what to choose to perfectly fit your lifestyle? Because most people don’t make these decisions often enough to get good at it, Nancy's guest, Chef Andrew Forlines, is going to help to understand and navigate the appliance industry. He has spent years in kitchen showrooms guiding countless clients through the appliance selection process. He has been trained by all major appliance manufact...
Oct 08, 2023•36 min•Season 6Ep. 40
Do you know what the Internet of Things (IoT) is? Are you familiar with security technology or are you just interested in the newest entertainment technology? Today Nathan Thomas, director of business development with Artisan systems, will answer all my questions about technology in layman's terms. Internet of things (IoT) Different items require various apps on your phone to operate each one. This is a great challenge when trying to do simple tasks and having to switch between these various app...
Oct 01, 2023•32 min•Season 6Ep. 39
