Questions an architect should ask about you(r house)

I love a good Q&A session and spend a lot of time during the masterclass and design clinics on attendee questions. That then get lost to time. So this time i grabbed some great questions to share. This episode is packed with answers to some of the most frequent questions I get, including:What’s the Right Color for My Exterior?How Do I Bring Mid-Century Charm Back to a “Wiped Clean” House?Should I Swap My Bathroom Layout?Catch my most recent masterclass right here!

If you listen to the Mid Mod Remodel Podcast regularly, you hear lots about the tips and tools I recommend to help you plan and lead your perfect MCM remodel. And once or twice a year I boil down the most helpful of those tips and tools into a free masterclass that I offer live.  In the past that session was only available to the folks who signed up and attended the live event, but now you can listen on the go! In Today's Episode You'll Learn:The three biggest mistakes other homeowners are making on their remodels (that ALWAYS result in a remodel that costs more, takes longer and … doesn’t do end up how they want)My five step process for planning a remodel YOU CAN LEAD WITH CONFIDENCE: one that will turn the house you have into a home you’ll loveHow to cut the chaos of remodeling in HALF with one simple maneuver (seriously, everyone should do this!)Learn more about my master plan process and Ready to Remodel right here!

Your remodel plan doesn’t have to be complicated. Today, I’ll walk you through what goes into a good remodel plan and how to avoid the common pitfalls that lead to remodeler's regret. Today you'll learn:What it means to have a master plan. Which questions to ask to get to the essentials of your remodel. How to put it all together for clear remodeling communication.Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2007 

Let's talk mid-century light fixtures. Here’s my best advice on choosing great mid-century light fixtures, identifying classic mid-century lighting designs, and sourcing fixtures from estate sales, vintage shops, and modern reproduction stores.In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why lighting is a key element of your style guide. How to choose the right fixtures for your home and style. Where to source vintage and new “old” light fixtures. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2006. 

Does your mid-century kitchen work for you? Or does it leave you feeling frustrated—bumping into family members while cooking, hunting for counter space, or wondering why everything feels just a little bit off?In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why you should move beyond the kitchen triangle. How thinking in zones can help improve your layout.   When to customize your layout to your specific patterns.    

Lighting in a mid-century home was part of personalizing the house. Choosing your lights went along with choosing your furniture or art. Which means there are often few wired in lights in homes built in that era. So, what’s a modern mid-century homeowner to do about lighting?In Today's Episode You'll Hear:Why you don’t need all those can lights.Which lighting you need in a given area.Where to start applying lighting theory in you mid-century home. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2004

The right questions will guide you through matching your energy, experience, and expectations to create a remodel plan that works for you. I’m sharing some key questions I ask my all my clients to make sure their remodel reflects their life and priorities. In Today's Episode You'll Hear:How the right questions can help you set realistic and achievable remodel goals.What to ask yourself (and your architect) to ensure your remodel reflects your life and priorities.Why understanding your home's story and quirks can unlock creative solutions. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2003

So it’s time for a roof replacement on your Mid-Century house … OK! What’s the best move. What roofing type is the most authentic? The most long lasting? What color should it be? Do you need to take on sister projects for most efficiency? There usually isn’t just one right answer but let’s talk about your options!In Today's Episode You'll Hear:How to know when you need a new roof. Which roofing material is the right choice for your roof.  Where to maximize opportunities to bundle improvements with your roof replacement. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2002

In 2025, I’m going to encourage you to focus on starting where you are, setting realistic goals, and making progress at your own pace.In this week's episode you'll hear how to:Adjust your remodeling expectationsPlan for the long game, and Avoid the Pinterest perfection trap. Get the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/2001

This week, let's reframe the financial fallacies that may be holding you back from kicking off your remodel.Listen in to find a way to get your remodel going...even if you:have no idea what a remodel would costdon't have any money for remodelingdon't have enough money for the remodel you want don't think your house is worth remodelingGet the full show notes with all the trimmings at https://www.midmod-midwest.com/1911