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Aug 20, 2020
Betsy Helmuth reflects on summer and fall transitions, discusses adapting to remote learning, training new designers, and her upcoming Rhode Island vacation. She addresses questions on blending collectibles with sophistication, competing with budget design services, and offers bedroom design tips.
0:00 Premium membership introduction
1:32 Betsy Helmuth: Summer reflections and fall transitions
2:28 Adapting to remote learning and training new designers
3:09 Betsy's upcoming vacation to Rhode Island
5:35 Encouraging kids' interest in interior design
6:07 Question from Theresa about blending collectibles with
sophistication
13:27 Question from Sherry about competing with budget design
services
20:33 In-person vs. virtual consultations
23:29 Question from Kate about bedroom design
28:31 Final thoughts and upcoming content teaser
- Incorporating collectibles into a sophisticated home design
can be achieved by grouping items together in a dedicated space
like a curio cabinet and using professional framing for
posters.
- Balancing a room's visual weight can be accomplished by carefully
arranging furniture and decor to create harmony, such as placing a
large mirror opposite a substantial bed to balance the
room.
- Creating a unique and appealing design business involves
identifying your ideal client, tailoring your services to their
needs, and confidently positioning your offerings against the
competition.
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