Understanding Your Customers

Have you ever wandered into a store with the expectation of buying one thing only to walk out with completely different items? That’s frequently the case for customers at The Bed Room, who walk in expecting to buy a mattress but end up leaving with $200-worth of candles! And believe it or not, Van and Jared played a key role in helping create this sweet-smelling atmosphere alongside Brady and his team.

In this episode of Talking Trends, Van and Jared share their uniquely collaborative approach to construction (as well as their thoughts on a few select smells… like Poo-Pourri). You’ll be surprised and refreshed by their reaction when they walk spaces they’ve helped create – and you’ll understand why they stand out from other contractors!

How to Build a New Space as a Business Owner

Are you a business owner with dreams of building a new space? Close your eyes for a second. Put yourself in the shoes of someone entering your new store for the first time. How do you want them to feel? What kind of sights, smells, and sounds greet them? What is the atmosphere you seek to create?

You’ve probably already thought through these details a thousand times, but the reality is that without the right guidance from an experienced contractor, you may end up facing unanticipated challenges and expenses in your quest to bring your vision to life. In this Talking Trends, we’ll give you some strategic tips on which questions to ask contractors – including the single most important factor that led to success for local business owner Brady from The Bed Room.

Renovation Ideas and Tips with Lesa Peers

A renovation can be intimidating and can also feel a bit like a break-up with your old home… but it doesn’t have to be either of those things! On this episode of Talking Trends, designer Lesa Peers shares key insights on how to freshen up your home without necessarily replacing all its existing elements. You’ll learn about the power of paint in transforming a space and giving original home elements a totally new look. You’ll also discover how to add little details that make a huge difference (plus receive an insider tip on which type of wood will never go out of style). Listen in to gain the confidence you need to give your home the makeover it deserves!

Kitchen Design with Lesa Peers

Today’s Talking Trends brings us valuable insider secrets from one of our favorite designers: Lesa Peers! Join us as we tour one of her most recently designed kitchens and grill her with all our biggest kitchen design questions. You’ll hear professional wisdom on:

What’s most important when designing a kitchen.
Why it’s critical to embrace the “Rule of Three” for both visual and functional appeal.
When is the best time to remodel your kitchen.

All this and more – including a surprising way to simplify one of your least favorite kitchen chores – awaits you in this video!

Envisioning a Remodel Layout

You know how when you stare at the same word for long enough, that word can start to look almost foreign to you? The same is true in design. Staring at the same space for too long – especially a space like the kitchen, which typically always has the same traditional layout – can make it difficult to envision creative new layouts. Fortunately, designer Lesa Peers has some great insight on how to take off your design blinders and look at these spaces with fresh eyes! Listen in to hear her words of wisdom (and to learn where you can turn when you’re in a design bind)!

Design Your Space To Your Needs

What would you say if we told you that the layout of your kitchen could help you to maximize efficiency, save time, and even start out your day more peacefully? Short of actually making your morning coffee for you – sorry, you’re still on your own for that! – designer Lesa Peers has all the tips you need in order to simplify your life while also beautifying your kitchen. In this Talking Trends, Lesa walks us through her process for creating pantries that declutter the countertop and cater to the specific lifestyle needs of her clients. Lesa’s unique approach will help you to think outside the box about how to turn your interests and needs – whether you’re a renowned pastry baker or an expert at the grab-and-go smoothie – into a pantry layout that will add joy and efficiency to your daily routine. Check it out!