Smart Tech In Your New Home
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Summary In this episode, Kim Wardlow interviews Tamara from Unsightly Opinions about setting up a new space when moving. Tamara shares her experience with remodeling and offers tips for designing a new space, including considerations for flow and accessibility. They discuss the use of furniture to support layout and flow, as well as the incorporation of technology in the home. Tamara emphasizes the importance of lighting and suggests options for indirect lighting. They also touch on the use of technology and apps for setting up a home, and Tamara shares her favorite gadgets and appliances. The episode concludes with a discussion on budget considerations and compromises, as well as an overview of Unsightly Opinions and their goals. Takeaways When designing a new space, consider flow and accessibility, such as easy navigation and open spaces. Use furniture and rugs as tactile markers to help with orientation and navigation. Incorporate technology in the home for efficiency and usability, such as smart bulbs and voice-controlled lighting. Consider the importance of lighting and explore options for indirect lighting to create a comfortable and functional space. Be thrifty and creative when setting up a home, and prioritize functionality within your budget. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Announcements 02:04 Tamara's Experience with Remodeling 03:07 Tips for Designing a New Space 06:22 Using Furniture to Support Layout and Flow 07:37 Incorporating Technology in the Home 09:55 Importance of Lighting and Indirect Lighting Options 13:02 Using Technology and Apps for Setting Up a Home 20:44 Considering Budget and Compromises 23:49 Unsightly Opinions and Goals 26:05 Final Tips for Setting Up a Home 27:51 Upcoming Topics and Closing Thank you for listening to this episode of NLVL. If you have any questions, please call us at (720) 712-8856, or email us at [email protected]. Have a wonderful week and we'll see you next time.
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