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EPISODE · Oct 22, 2025 · 16 MIN

09: Don't Make this Mistake! The #1 Thing Homeowners Overlook in Their Home Renovation

from Preparing for Your Home Remodel | Renovations, Home Improvement, Kitchen Design, Bathroom Design, Welcoming Home · host Jen Orr | Interior Designer, Project Manager, Remodel Specialist

You don’t want to get to the end of your remodel regretting decisions you made in the rush to get things done. Trust me — I’ve seen it too many times: homeowners who focus only on aesthetics and forget about how the space will actually work for their lives. I’m Jen — designer, project manager, and your remodel accountability partner and you back pocket designer. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what many homeowners overlook: function. Before you start picking finishes or scrolling more Pinterest boards, we’re going to talk about how your space moves and works for you and your family. I introduce something I call a Function Audit — a process to help you uncover what’s working, what’s driving you crazy, and how to make meaningful changes so your finished space doesn’t just look good — it functions well and feels good to live in. You’ll learn how to: Identify what’s working well in your current layout Pinpoint problem areas that cause frustration Brainstorm small (and smart) tweaks that make a big impact Observe your everyday routines to see where the space could better serve you Along the way, I remind you that true remodeling is more than just pretty finishes. You’re investing in your home, and you deserve both beauty and function. Let’s do this together. Your dream space shouldn’t just look good — it should function for you every single day! Let’s do this!  Next Steps: Join the Insiders List for weekly tips: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/insiders Join the FREE Community on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/remodelsmadeeasy  Get the Remodel Selections Checklist: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/list  Already in the thick of a remodel and need help?  Schedule a consult here: https://studioredinteriordesign.hbportal.co/public/68cb0de5121f28002bceb88e Happy Remodeling!  Get in Touch: E-mail: [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studioredinteriordesign/   

You don’t want to get to the end of your remodel regretting decisions you made in the rush to get things done. Trust me — I’ve seen it too many times: homeowners who focus only on aesthetics and forget about how the space will actually work for their lives. I’m Jen — designer, project manager, and your remodel accountability partner and you back pocket designer. In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what many homeowners overlook: function. Before you start picking finishes or scrolling more Pinterest boards, we’re going to talk about how your space moves and works for you and your family. I introduce something I call a Function Audit — a process to help you uncover what’s working, what’s driving you crazy, and how to make meaningful changes so your finished space doesn’t just look good — it functions well and feels good to live in. You’ll learn how to: Identify what’s working well in your current layout Pinpoint problem areas that cause frustration Brainstorm small (and smart) tweaks that make a big impact Observe your everyday routines to see where the space could better serve you Along the way, I remind you that true remodeling is more than just pretty finishes. You’re investing in your home, and you deserve both beauty and function. Let’s do this together. Your dream space shouldn’t just look good — it should function for you every single day! Let’s do this!  Next Steps: Join the Insiders List for weekly tips: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/insiders Join the FREE Community on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/remodelsmadeeasy  Get the Remodel Selections Checklist: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/list  Already in the thick of a remodel and need help?  Schedule a consult here: https://studioredinteriordesign.hbportal.co/public/68cb0de5121f28002bceb88e Happy Remodeling!  Get in Touch: E-mail: [email protected] Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studioredinteriordesign/

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