Design Trends: What Works, What Doesn't

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In this episode of Home Design Chat with Nancy, Nancy welcomes back Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, for a lively and candid conversation about today’s most talked-about design trends. Together, they dissect what the public is loving—or leaving—in home design, and how these choices really play out in function and long-term value.What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Why the kitchen island sink is both loved and loathedThe necessity (or not) of electrical outlets in islandsThe ongoing debate over pedestal sinks in bathroomsOpen floor plans—are we still embracing them?The pros and cons of the doorless master bathroomBarn doors—trendy touch or tired cliché?Why greige paint continues to dominate the color paletteListener reactions and personal opinions on even more trending design choicesKey Takeaway:Not every trend is a smart choice. Gil and Nancy explain how some ideas look great on Pinterest but may not be practical for everyday living. This episode helps homeowners and design lovers think critically before jumping on the trend bandwagon.Go to my Youtube channel to view the video of my latest project : https://www.youtube.com/@NancyHugoCheck out DesignersCircleHQ.com for all the latest in design. Send me your email if you would like to have Designers Circle sent to you bi-monthly.This podcast is sponsored by ⁠Monogram.comPlease email me at [email protected] for questions and suggestions on design topics you would like to learn about. If you want to learn more about me, go to ⁠NancyHugo.com

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This episode was published on August 4, 2025.

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In this episode of Home Design Chat with Nancy, Nancy welcomes back Gil Olachea, owner of Ceramica in Scottsdale, for a lively and candid conversation about today’s most talked-about design trends. Together, they dissect what the public is loving—or...

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