Home Design Chat with Nancy

 S05E30 - Welcome to Part 2 of 4 - a series about basic kitchen design.  My co-host for this series is Jason F. Miller, winner of the 2021 SKS & Architectural Digest Technicurean Kitchen Design Contest.  Jason’s winning design was selected and published in Architectural Digest. In addition, his work has been published in lifestyle magazines throughout Arizona and his signature s...

 S05E29 Did you ever buy something that you needed, but you know you already have one and can't find it?  This happens when clutter and unorganized storage takes over your life. Today Nancy is going to walk you through the process to turn your cluttered kitchen into an efficient and You can turn your cluttered, messy kitchen into an efficient and organized place that makes you happy to w...

Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestibule School of Design and regular guest of Home Design Chat,  joined Nancy today to agree or disagree with the 2022 trends that nameless designers said would be huge this year. The following topics were discussed: Colorful cabinetry. Resourcefulness. Black accents and appliances. Multiple islands. Patterned floors. Disappearing upper cabinets. Kitchens that don't re...

S5E27 Are you planning to remodel your kitchen or replace your appliances in the near future?  Knowing what appliances you should have in your kitchen depends on functionality and space.  It's not about just getting a stove or a cooktop and oven, it's about what the appliances can do for you. Deron Rensen, senior area sales manager for Monogram for Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and West Te...

S5E26  Kitchen remodeling started booming when the pandemic hit and everyone realized that their kitchen needed changing. Are you a DIY who wants to remodel your own kitchen? Or are you a homeowner who has the ideas but will hire a contractor to do your project? It's important to know everything about basic kitchen design before you start your project, so we are going to cover basic elements...

S5E24   Nancy sits on the other side of the mic when Christine Sterling interviews Nancy about life in the world of interior design.  Some of her answers will surprise you. Here are some of the questions Christine asked Nancy: How old were you when you decided to get into interior design? What is the challenging part of being a designer? If you had a time machine, what year would yo...

S5E23 Area rugs and runners are a major part of completing a traditional, contemporary and transitional look. You will see them in living rooms, dining rooms, bedrooms, hallways and even kitchens. They come in different shapes, styles, sizes and prices.  Some rugs are even handed down and become an heirlooms and family treasures. Learn as much as you can about the rug before you purchase. Nic...

Season 5, Episode 22   Are you thinking of starting a renovation project, a remodel, new construction or specialty work like plumbing or drywall? Many of us are not do-it-yourselfers.  We all wish we could do everything ourselves, but we can’t.  Unless you have the time, the knowledge, the tools, and the manpower, it’s a good idea to hire a professional. Nancy will give you 10...

 S05E21     When you are looking for cabinets, tile, fabric or anything else you need for a design or remodel project, where do you look?  Debbie English, an interior designer in Phoenix, has made it super easy to find sources.  Debbie chats with Nancy about her new app, Trade Findry, available right now on your iPhone and soon on your android device. Debbie explains who c...

Season 5, Episode 21 Painted cabinets in beautiful blues, rich greens and earthy grays are all the rage.  Yes, you can paint your cabinets yourself if you follow the proper steps, use the right tools and using the right finish. Sarah Jones, Design Representative with DunnEdwards, with explain each step so your painted cabinets and/or furniture will look professionally done. Sarah and Nancy al...

Season 5, Episode 20.  Light it up! This is the perfect time of year to enjoy your backyard and patio but it wouldn't be complete without the right lighting.  Jem Funk, Lighting and Interior Designer, joins Nancy to explain the different fixtures and lights and how to use them to add atmosphere to your outdoor living spaces. We'll talk about: Landscape Lighting String Lights Fans lamps D...

Season 5, Episode 19    Nancy welcomes back Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica Luxury Tile Showroom in Scottsdale, AZ.  Gil shares his experience at Coverings Trade Show in Las Vegas where he saw the newest offerings in tile from Italy, Turkey, Spain, Brazil, India and the U.S. You will want to listen to this podcast before you start your tile project.  Gil will explain the importa...

Season 5, Episode 17.  Kelli Lamb, editorial director and co-founder of Rue magazine, is Nancy's guest.  Rue was founded a little more than ten years ago as one of the first digital shelter magazines, with the goal to become your pathway to stylish living, and has been available in stores since Spring, 2021. Rue brings the readers well-crafted design, effortless entertaining tips, and th...

S5, Ep 16   Plants are an important element of good interior design, but did you know that plants can improve air quality?  Joe Zazzera, founder and co-owner of Plant Solutions, is Nancy's guest.  Joe is the perfect person to explain everything about interior and exterior living walls. What are living walls, how to care for them and best plants to use. Joe will also answer ques...

 S05-Episode 15 In addition to being decorative, art has the power to improve your health and wellbeing, inspire conversations, provide a focal point in your home, boost moods, and turn boring spaces into vibrant ones. Nancy's guest today is Christine Sterling, Client Experience Manager with Image Craft, will share ideas on how to bring your vision to life. Different materials to print on Des...

Season 5, Episode 14   Who doesn't want to replace their countertops with natural stone?  There are so many choices to pick from but you should educate yourself first.  Know the differences between granite, marble, quartzite and quartz.  Find out everything you should know by listening to Carlos Santos, General Manager of Galleria of Stone Scottsdale as he chats with Nancy...

Season 5, Episode 13  Nancy welcomes back Jan Rutgers, owner of Vestabul School of Design, to chat about how to enhance kitchens and whole houses by applying moldings and millwork. Jan will explain how easy it is to change the look of your home with these simple additions. Jan is offering a free workshop - "Integrating Moldings and Millwork into your Kitchen Design Business" that covers the a...

Is Gray still "in", what is Modern Farmhouse all about and is why are we seeing Artwork as an important accessory?  These questions and more are answered by Nancy's guest, Sarah Jones, Designer Representative with DunnEdwards on this podcast. Talking Points: The great debate, is Gray still “in” Less monochromatic gray color schemes, reverting to nature! Browns, 2022 Color of the Year-Art and...

Liz Baker, an interior designer and owner of Willis Baker Design of Scottsdale, is Nancy's guest this week.  The subject is accessorizing your home so listen to all the ideas and hints that Liz will be talking about.  Rooms without the right accessories don't feel complete.  From using plants to setting up your shelves, if done properly the room will feel professionally designed. Bu...

Nancy is chatting this week with Laurel Bern, an award-winning Interior Designer, blogger, brand ambassador and influencer. Instead of taking on private clients, Laurel writes about everything having to do with interiors, including kitchens and baths in her popular blog, Laurel Home. Talking Points: What are trends and should you follow them. Do trends dictate what you do Why do trends exist Steer...

K/BIS, the best industry show of the year sponsored by the National Kitchen & Bath Association, exhibited many interesting innovative ideas for 2022.  Jan Rutgers, Kitchen designer and founder of Vestibul School of Design, shares these ideas by walking us through the exhibitors' booths.  Jan's predictions about what she would find at K/BIS were spot on.  Don't miss the ideas you...

Nancy was MIA for 2 weeks.  If you are a subscriber or follower of Home Design Chat with Nancy you will be interested in where Nancy was and why. Nancy also explains the first 3 important steps to follow in planning a kitchen remodel. Of course, any project needs planning if you want it to be successful. This podcast sponsored by Monogram Appliances Studio 41 email comments to Nancy@NancyHugo...

Nancy's guest is Deron Rensen, Senior Area Sales Manager for Monogram - Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada and West Texas.  This week we are reviewing new appliance introductions and concepts presented by Monogram at the National Kitchen and Bath Industry Show in Orlando, Florida.  In addition, Deron explains how connectivity works with Monogram appliances. Talking points: New Designer Collecti...

Building a new home, adding an addition or remodeling can be very overwhelming unless you work with an experienced professional. Chris Novelli, a licensed architect and principal of n3 architecture located in Hopedale, Massachusetts, and Nancy continue talking about the phases of residential building from pre-plan to move in. This podcast is Part II of a 2 part series. Part I was recorded February...

Building a new home, adding an addition or remodeling can be very overwhelming unless you work with an experienced professional.  Chris Novelli, a licensed architect and principal of n3 architecture located in Hopedale, Massachusetts, is Nancy's guest today. Chris will be talking about Residential design and construction and what to expect in each phase of the project. This podcast is Part 1...