This episode is a little different than my typical episode … it’s more of a personal explanation of my top floor plan regret that I have for my own custom home.  Although this is a personal story about my own home build experience, I know it will help many of you out there who are […]

If you’re getting ready to build a house or remodel, let me tell you something right away … you do NOT need to be an expert in anything ‘building’ to build a house you LOVE. (spoiler alert … you ARE an expert in what matters most … more about that later) If you’ve never built […]

If you’re trying to figure out how to make decisions when building a house, you’ve probably googled some version of “mistakes to avoid before building a house.” (We all have!) Building a home is a huge investment, and you want to know what other people regret so you can avoid making the same mistakes. So […]

If you’re excited about building a house, but also a little bit nervous, it’s OK! These two feelings can absolutely exist at the same time. You can be SO excited to finally build the home you’ve dreamed about for years, and also feel completely stressed and overwhelmed. It’s very common to fear things like … […]

Most people think planning a home starts with floor plans, Pinterest boards, and picking out beautiful finishes. But what if that’s actually the wrong place to start? The most important decisions happen long before you ever choose a countertop or paint color. In this episode, I’m sharing the three things I believe everyone should consider […]

Whether you’re building a custom home from scratch or renovating your existing home, designing a functional primary bathroom is one of the most expensive design investments you’ll make. And with so many decisions—from layout and storage to lighting and plumbing fixtures—it’s easy to get caught up in the beautiful details before thinking through how you’ll […]