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Get fresh tips from the budget decorating guru, Betsy Helmuth. Each episode is packed with secrets the other pros don't want you to know. 

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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Jul 11, 2024

Betsy Helmuth opens the episode with personal anecdotes before discussing how to manage design expectations and investments. She shares tips on how listeners can ask her design questions effectively. Betsy then offers advice on selecting an interior designer. After a brief commercial break, she provides insights into compact living and multifunctional furniture. The episode also covers balancing historical elements with modern amenities. Betsy wraps up with closing remarks and a sponsor mention.

0:00 Introduction and welcome; personal updates
4:20 Relating personal anecdotes to interior design
8:06 How to ask Betsy questions and website updates
9:08 Listener questions: Selecting an interior designer and optimizing small spaces
21:21 Balancing historical character with modern amenities
25:27 Closing remarks and acknowledgments

- Investing in your home decor can sometimes lead to unexpected results, so it's important to manage your expectations and be prepared for compromises.
- In small spaces, not every piece of furniture needs to be multifunctional; sometimes simpler, single-purpose items can contribute to a more organized and visually appealing environment.
- When blending historic architectural details with modern amenities, consider using a historically appropriate color palette paired with contemporary furniture to create a balanced and cohesive look.

Additional show notes:

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