Join award winning interior designer, author and Forever Home expert, Frances, as she takes you on the journey to create the Forever Home of your dreams. Frances will help you navigate all the big ticket items, and all the little details that get lost along with way when renovating or building a new home. Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you’re planned and prepared for the journey, she’ll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beauti ...
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Real Estate can be confusing... let's clear that up 🏠 The show will give you the up to date information you’ve got to know as a buyer, seller, or investor in Denver. Listen wherever you get your podcasts. I hope you enjoy it and find it helpful. Thanks for listening! 😎 Marco Randazzo // 8z Real Estate [email protected] // 407-721-1569 Super Team Media 🤘🏼
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Moving is considered one of life’s top three stressors, even if you’ve planned for it. You have to adjust to not just a new house, but a new lifestyle too. So how do you create a home you love coming back to, while surviving the move itself? Your host, Jill Kalman, has helped people for over 15 years make the move from the city to the suburbs and thrive while doing it. Each week, Jill provides practical moving tips, tons of design wisdom, and all the encouragement you’ll need to make this tr ...
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The Building Performance Podcast is an interview series drawing on the experience and ideas of a wide array of professionals in the high performance building industry. The intersection of advances in building technologies, the energy crisis, green building trends, and the environmental crisis has made it hard to pursue business-as-usual. The general climate is forcing those of us in the building industry to take a more integrated, systematic approach to building. We talk with engineers, poli ...
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In this special episode, Frances shares a personal update and explains why the podcast has been quiet in recent months. It’s a heartfelt message to her community, with gratitude and honesty at its core.By Frances Cosway
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E157 - How to Prevent Design Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands
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58:07In this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances discusses the hidden costs of design mistakes and how they can impact your renovation or new build. She shares real-life examples of costly errors and explains how working with an interior designer can help you avoid them. Tune in to learn how the right designer can guide you through the proc…
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#94 SPRAY JONES: Pitfalls and Tips for Spray Foam Insulation
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1:02:29Today Corbett talks about the details of spray foam insulation with Michael Dynna of the Spray Jones YouTube channel. Michael has been a spray foam contractor since 2002, and is enthusiastically educating everyone in the building industry, as well as normal homeowners, about what can go right and wrong with open and closed cell spray polyurethane f…
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E156 - From Property Developer to Dream Home: Amanda McEwin’s Design Journey
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50:19In this episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances speaks with Amanda McEwin, a successful property developer, about how she built her dream home. Amanda shares her experience of engaging an interior designer and they helped her navigate design challenges and solutions with her budget constraints. Tune in for key insights on the power of desig…
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E155 - What Does an Interior Designer Do and Why You Need One for Your Forever Home™
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40:39In this episode of the My Forever Home™ podcast, Frances explains why you may need an interior designer to save money, avoid costly mistakes, and reduce decision fatigue during your renovation or new build. She discusses how some designers provide practical solutions, guiding you through overwhelming decisions while ensuring functionality and aesth…
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E154 - The Power of Holiday Reflection to Find Clarity for Your Home
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18:41In this episode, Frances reflects on how the quiet of the holidays gives us the perfect opportunity to assess what isn’t working in our homes. She shares personal experiences of the things that have bugged her, how it’s easy to live with them, and how holiday time is the best time to make a change. Listen in for helpful insights on finding clarity …
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E153 - Reviving Christmas Traditions: A Personal Reflection
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17:19In this heartwarming episode, Frances reflects on the Christmas traditions that shaped her childhood and how those rituals have evolved within her own family. She shares the joys of giving, the personal meaning behind handmade holiday gifts, and how simple traditions can bring a deeper connection to the festive season. Join Frances as she invites y…
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Ep #116: Beat the Overwhelm: Kitchen and Bath Design with Torrco Design Center
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40:44Tile, sinks and faucets - a kitchen and bath renovation can be so overwhelming! Today I’m joined by Emily and Dawn of Torrco Design Center, who reveal how having the right team behind you can take the overwhelm out of the process. They also provide some great tips and best practices for accomplishing the next renovation project you tackle in your h…
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E152 - What's the Difference Between Concept Plans and Internal Elevations
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17:53Frances unpacks the crucial differences between concept plans and internal elevations in this latest episode, shedding light on how they can help you achieve your dream home design. She explains how concept plans provide the big picture of your space, while internal elevations dive into the intricate and functionality details to bring your vision t…
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Ep #115: Sleep Smarter: Your Personalized Sleep Solution with Bob Zukowski
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36:07Did you know that there’s actually a science behind getting a good night’s sleep on the proper mattress? In this episode, Bob Zukowski of Custom Sleep Technology is here to share what you need to know about the benefits of a real custom mattress! Bob is President and Co-Founder of Custom Technology, and he ha 23 years of experience in the mattress …
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E151 - How to Choose the Perfect Window Treatments for Your Home
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28:29Frances dives into the world of window treatments, uncovering the crucial factors to consider when selecting the right options for your space. From maximising energy efficiency to enhancing aesthetics, she explores how the right window coverings can transform your home. Whether you're contemplating curtains or blinds, this episode offers valuable i…
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Ep #114: Matchmaking for Your Dream Home Design Team with The Renovation Concierge
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41:53Are you tackling a home design or renovation project and feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of moving parts and professionals involved? If so, you may need a renovation matchmaker to simplify the process! Enter today’s expert guest, Julie Potack, founder of The Renovation Concierge, who is here to make your renovation journey smoother. Julie e…
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Ep #113: Pulling Back the Curtain on window treatments: Everything you need to know with Bumble Bee Blinds
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35:28Are you feeling lost when it comes to window treatments? Overwhelmed by all the options for your home? Today, we’re pulling back the curtain on window treatments with expert Betsy Smyth from Bumble Bee Blinds! Betsy is also an interior designer with her own design firm, but she really saw a need in the marketplace to help people solve their window …
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E150 - Behind the Scenes of 150 Episodes: Highlights and Stories
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25:46Join Frances in this special 150th episode as she reflects on the incredible journey of the My Forever Home podcast. Discover highlights from past episodes, popular guest insights, and the evolution of this award winning podcast since its inception during the pandemic. Tune in to celebrate this milestone and find inspiration for your own Forever Ho…
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Ep #112: Overcoming Self Doubt in Your Home Design - A Client Experience
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28:54How do you go from overwhelm to ease when you’re tackling a brand-new home design project in a new home in the suburbs? In this episode, you’ll meet my client Virginia as she shares how her and I did it together with my signature room service. I hope this conversation gives you the insight and inspiration for your own home! Is there’s something Vir…
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E149 - How Renovating Shows are Affecting the Design and Build Industry
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33:33In this episode, Frances explores how renovation TV shows impact our expectations and understanding of the design and build industry. She delves into the difference between the outcomes showcased and the practical challenges of real-life projects, and what is often missed that affect a good design result. Tune in to gain insights into the reality b…
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Ep #111: Let’s “Get Neat with Lisa”! Home organization 101
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39:42Are you ready to get your home organized this Fall? Setting boundaries is essential, and that’s why I’m thrilled to introduce our first expert guest of the new season, Lisa Trigsted of Get Neat with Lisa! Lisa grew up the oldest of 7 kids in beautiful Idaho. It was her parents who installed a “work before play” work ethic in her.This skill plus her…
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Ep #110: Fall Kickoff: Discover the unique design service created for YOU!
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23:40As the saying goes, “It’s Fall Y’all”, and that means a new season of The Welcome Home to the Suburbs Podcast is here! In this special Fall kickoff episode, I give you a sneak peek at what we’ll have for you this season, and I share the ways in which I’ve designed my business to be different, in order to offer a design service specially curated for…
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E148 - How Do I Design A Home for Multi-Generational Living
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30:06In this new episode, Frances explores the concept of adaptive home design for multi-generational living. Discover practical tips for creating flexible, adaptive spaces that can evolve with your family's needs over time, ensuring your home remains future proof if multiple generations live together, including designing for mobility issues and for whe…
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E147 - Why Laminate Is Making a Comeback: Trends, Sustainability, and Style
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19:24In this new episode, Frances reflects on how home design trends have evolved and come full circle over the years. She dives into the story of Laminex, an iconic Australian brand, and explores the resurgence of laminate materials in contemporary design. Discover why laminate is making a comeback with its diverse styles, sustainability benefits, and …
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E146 - The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Home Office
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24:23This episode has Frances outlines the attributes to design the ideal home office—one that is both functional and a space you want to work in. She offers valuable insights on key considerations for setting up your home office, including optimal storage solutions, strategic placement of power points, colour choices, and ideal desk depth, and much mor…
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Learn how to create a cosy home with Frances' top tips on how to layer, create texture and make a space feel relaxing and yours to come home to. Winter is a perfect time to create a different look and feel in your home, with top tips on how to do it in this episode.By Frances Cosway
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E144 - Guest on 'Show me the Money' Podcast: Curating Space: How Your Environment Shapes, Soothes, Holds and Tells your Tale.
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31:33As the guest in this podcast episode, Frances shares how she creates meaning, presence, and memories in a home and shares her passion for helping clients to create their Forever Home™. She outlines how she started her business, why she does what she does and the things she’s passionate about.By Frances Cosway
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E143 - Observations, Discoveries and Delivery
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17:49Frances outlines what she's been observing over recent times, the discoveries she's uncovered and her response to these. This has prompted the launch of her first magazine to answer the burning questions people are consistently asking, and in this episode she outlines what she's been observing and discovering along with how the magazine addresses t…
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The 2024 Spring Season has now officially wrapped up after our amazing interview last week with Lily Lou’s Aroma’s, but we’ll be picking things back up this Fall! We don’t want you to be forgetting about us over the summer, so make sure to join our email list as we’ll be sharing about certain topics you may have missed from the last 100-plus episod…
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Learn what to consider when designing an outdoor kitchen or BBQ space for your home. Frances outlines materials, orientation and weather protection, right down to ventilation and appliances.By Frances Cosway
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Ep #108: Lily Lou’s Aromas: An Illuminating Entrepreneurial Journey
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28:53Have you ever heard the expression “you can’t have the rainbow without the rain?” Today you’ll meet a very special guest and hear about how she has created her very own incredible rainbow! At just 10 years old, Lily leads Lily Lou's Aroma's, a business dedicated to creating eco-friendly self-care products with delightful scents. From scented candle…
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#93 LEAD IS STILL ALL OVER US: Eric Ritter on Lead in Homes, Products, and Cheese
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40:15Today Corbett goes down a new rabbit hole in healthy homes, with the many compounds that contain lead, which we are still being sold in shops and groceries at this very moment. Learn how to identify lead-containing consumer products and parts of your home with Eric Ritter's new DIY lighting fast DIY Lead Test Kit (https://DetectLead.com). For the v…
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Ep #107: Client Spotlight: How Lisa went from Overwhelmed to Overjoyed
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42:27As the saying goes, the proof is in the pudding – and I’m serving you some pudding today! In this episode, you’ll meet my very special guest, Lisa, who happens to be one of my clients that used my digital design services (for all 9 rooms in her home)! You’ll hear Lisa’s story of moving to the town that I live in with her family and how she had alre…
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Understand what to consider when selecting external colours for your home. Frances outlines the significance of lighter-coloured roofs as well. You will uncover the essential principle of "less is more" in colour and material selection, alongside practical guidance to achieve a home with ‘street appeal’. Frances emphasises the substantial energy-sa…
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Ep #106: HOME STYLING, Take your Home from Drab to Fab!
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19:22Are you ready to take your home from drab to fab? Today I share how you can transform it easily, and in a way that will give you an instant “HGTV effect” like you’ve ever had before! If there’s something I shared today that resonated most with you, or that you are going to try in your own home? If so, I want to hear about it! You can DM me on Insta…
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E140 - Creating an Emotional Return (ROI) on your Forever Home™
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14:28In this insightful episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances delves into the concept of “Emotional ROI”. She explores the significance of emotional investment when creating a Forever Home™, emphasising its distinction from financial ROI typically associated with property development. Through personal anecdotes and client interactions, Frances…
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