Hard Candy Christmas

Betsy Helmuth reflects on the holiday season and the emotional journey of closing her storefront and moving to a basement office. She answers listener questions on bathroom color palettes, cozy minimalist decor, and updating a dated kitchen, while also discussing new opportunities ahead. 0:00 Introduction to premium membership 1:30 Holiday season reflections 2:54 Emotional challenges with storefront closure 4:56 Moving to a basement office 6:48 Looking forward to new opportunities 8:46 Listener questions and advice 15:51 Choosing a color palette for a bathroom remodel 20:31 Listener question about cozy minimalist decor 27:45 Advice on updating a dated kitchen - Neutral colors and symmetry are key to creating a cohesive and spacious feel in a multi-functional room.  - Inspiration for bathroom color palettes should stem from architectural finishes or adjacent room colors, not from easily replaceable items like shower curtains or bath mats. - Updating kitchen hardware and removing outdated wallpaper are cost-effective ways to refresh a space without extensive remodeling. Additional show notes: Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question. Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes. Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com. For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com. For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.