TBT: Designing Basements and Open Concept Spaces

from Uploft Interior Design · host Betsy Helmuth

Betsy Helmuth discusses her excitement about a new house viewing and the decision to make an offer. She answers listener questions on basement design and dining room-kitchen layouts. Plus, there's news about her YouTube channel and a sponsor for online class bundles. Timestamps: 0:00 Becoming a premium member 1:26 Betsy's new online boyfriend 2:17 Betsy's house viewing anticipation 8:26 Listener question: Basement design advice 15:13 Listener question: Dining room and kitchen layout 24:51 Credits and sponsor mention - You don't need a high-end designer or a lot of money to get a luxe look in your home. - When designing an open space, use rugs and color palettes to create distinct zones and maintain cohesion. - In a basement, keeping built-ins and wainscoting a lighter color can make the space feel more inviting and less cave-like. Additional show notes: Click ⁠here⁠ to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question. Click ⁠here⁠ to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes. Click ⁠here⁠ to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy. For more affordable tips, visit ⁠AffordableInteriorDesign.com⁠. For more about our residential interior design services, visit ⁠ModernInteriorDesign.com⁠. For our commercial interior design services, visit ⁠OfficeInteriorDesign.com⁠. Follow Us: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠facebook.com/UploftIntDes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠tiktok.com/@uploftinteriordesign⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoy the show, please spread the word and leave a review on iTunes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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