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Betsy is an NYC-based designer, owner of Affordable Interior Design, and has been featured on DIY Network, NBC's "Today Show", HGTV, Lifetime, and more. She is the author of the best-selling book, Big Design, Small Budget. Get a signed copy of Betsy's book here.
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Oct 28, 2018
Betsy Helmuth shares tips for designing on a budget, discusses her recent illness and pregnancy, and answers listener questions about restoring historical character, small apartment layouts, bedroom color suggestions, affordable patio furniture, and becoming an interior designer.
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1:07 Big design, small budget introduction
1:38 Betsy discusses her recent illness and pregnancy
2:43 Questions from listeners
3:00 Haley's question about restoring historical character
8:39 Numi's question about small apartment layout
15:13 Donna's question about color suggestions for a bedroom
16:33 Affordable Interior Design YouTube channel promotion
17:59 Amy's question about affordable patio furniture
22:21 Brooke's questions about becoming an interior designer
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- Adding architectural trim like crown molding or chair rails in
a space with low ceilings and existing beams might not achieve the
desired effect of adding historical charm.
- To bring historical character back to a renovated home, consider
adding vintage-inspired furniture, rugs, and drapes rather than
extensive architectural changes.
- For studio apartments, using a Murphy bed can offer practicality
and comfort without the daily hassle of setting up and storing
bedding like a sofa bed would require.
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