The Ultimate Turnkey Home Reveal

Ever wondered what it’s really like to take your home from concept to candle-lit completion? This episode pulls back the curtain on the joys, surprises, and lessons discovered during a full-house remodel, revealing what happens when you trust the right designer to transform every inch of your space.

In this episode of Interior Design Diaries, I walk you through a recent project that truly embodies what “from concept to completion” means. I’m chatting with my friends-turned-clients Kevin and Lisa, who trusted me to overhaul their beloved family home.

We dive into all the real-life details, from architectural game plans and making those tough choices, to embracing the construction mess and that magical moment when everything comes together. But this isn’t just a conversation about a pretty reveal. It’s about teamwork, trust, and creating spaces that families actually want to live in (and never leave!).

Whether you’re dreaming up your own remodel or just love a good design story, this episode is full of honest insights and a little bit of heart.

Key Takeaways From Our Conversation:

▪️ Start planning with your lifestyle and needs in mind

▪️ Trust and chemistry with your designer are everything

▪️ Cohesive design happens when one vision guides the process

▪️ Quality control and project management are crucial for big remodels

▪️ Embrace the all-at-once approach—phasing can cost more later

▪️ The real magic is living happily in your finished home

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