Whether you’re dreaming of building a custom home in the future or you’re ready to start planning now, this show is for you! The Before You Build Podcast is your one-stop shop for actionable home-building tips and advice as well as tips for designing your dream home so that you feel equipped to design the home of your dreams that makes you (and your wallet) happy for years to come.
We’ll answer all of your burning questions such as: How do I plan for building a custom home? What should I do before building a house? How do I design my new house? What mistakes should I avoid when building a house? How do I create the perfect floor plan for my family? How do I hire a builder? How do I finance my home build? And the biggest question of all, how do I bring my dream home to life without blowing the budget? Well, friends … the answer is in PLANNING for your home build long before you ever break ground.
I’m your host, Carrie Barker (aka, Caroline on Design). I designed my own custom home from the ground up, inside and out. Through trial and error (psst … I built pre-Pinterest), I created my absolute dream home that is not only perfect for the way my family lives but also turned out more beautiful than I imagined. The best part … I did this all without blowing the budget and without design regrets.
I cracked the code on how to bring my own dream home vision to life while sticking VERY close to budget and now I’m here to teach you everything I learned along the way so that you, too, end up with that cozy, beautiful home you envision in your head and a mortgage you’re comfy with.
The short, actionable, and bingeable ‘Before You Build’ episodes will prepare YOU for a successful home build with less stress, more confidence, and joy throughout the process. And just so you know … the key to building your dream home close to budget is all in the planning you do BEFORE YOU BUILD! So let’s dive in and get started!
Smart Energy, hosted by OhmConnect editor in chief Andrew Zoellner, dives deep into topics around electrification, energy efficiency, and home improvement, aimed at helping homeowners better understand the systems in their homes, how to make them more energy efficient, and how to make the world a better place.
Design and furniture experts Roger and Chris Stout-Hazard share tips, answer questions, and chat about the latest trends in interior design. Known for their custom American furniture brand Roger + Chris, their widely-published design projects, and Roger’s long running TV shows Sell This House, Sell This House Extreme, and Move This House (as seen on A&E Networks, DABL, etc.), the guys have plenty of opinions about how to create a more beautiful, functional, and happy home.
Our goal will be to bring you helpful, engaging and motivational content, every 10 days or so. We will appeal to homesteaders of any skill level and experience. The Homestead Podcast will now have a voice you can take with you. Our goal is to glean some of the best current Small Farm, Sustainability & Homestead Living FB Group questions as well as tap into some of the knowledge from many of the “rockstars” our Small Farm Group – those in the lifestyle.
The Homestead Podcast is not to be about us…. but more about you. After 11 years of owning the Small Farm, Sustainability & Homestead Living FB Group, we want to make homesteading information, more accessible, more flexible and more entertaining.
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Since 1973, WSU Extension Master Gardeners have been developing programs to address the evolving needs of our communities. Each episode, we’ll delve into the fascinating world of gardening, exploring a wide range of topics tailored to our unique climate and diverse flora. Whether you’re an experienced gardener with a green thumb or a beginner eager to cultivate your own green oasis, this podcast is here to inspire and educate.
Join us as we invite expert horticulturists, seasoned Master Gardeners, and passionate plant enthusiasts to share their wisdom, practical tips, and hands-on experiences. We’ll cover everything from plant selection and care, sustainable gardening practices, organic pest control, and landscaping design to tackling common challenges specific to our region.
Discover the secrets to thriving vegetable gardens, vibrant flower beds, bountiful fruit trees, and breathtaking native plant landscapes. We’ll also explore the intersection of gardening and sustainability, discussing topics like permaculture, composting, and water-wise gardening to help you create an environmentally friendly garden that nurtures both you and the ecosystem.
So, whether you’re tuning in from the urban jungles of Seattle, the rolling hills of Spokane, or anywhere else in the Pacific Northwest, get ready to dig deep, cultivate your knowledge, and connect with a community of fellow gardening enthusiasts.
If you’re a busy woman, who feels overwhelmed by the amount of stuff in your home, and you know it’s time to declutter, but you just don’t know where to start, then this podcast is for you.
As a trained KonMari® Consultant I’ll be sharing tips and tricks on how to declutter using the KonMari Method®, and just as importantly, how to maintain it.
I will also share some personal insights which I’m sure you’ll relate to. Sometimes it might feel like I am a fly on the wall in your home!
Believe me, I get it. We all aspire to having a tidy home, but it can feel like an impossible task when we’re constantly juggling family life, work, and everything else in between.
Join me, Caroline, and occasionally my lovely guests, every Tuesday for some inspiration and motivation.
Let’s get started on decluttering our homes and our lives – forever!
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No one’s born knowing how to style a coffee table, choose a sofa they won’t hate tomorrow or pick the perfect rug. Decorating is a skill you can learn, even from a podcast. House Rules is all about timeless decorating truths that apply to your unique home, style and budget. Learn the rules then break them beautifully.
Hosted by New York Times bestselling author, self-proclaimed Imperfectionst and Cozy Minimalist, Myquillyn Smith, The Nester.
Join Megan and Jayna, a Mennonite cousin duo as they chat all things homemaking and motherhood. Their prayer is that this podcast brings you some food for thought or at the very least, some companionship as you wash dishes, fold laundry, or miracle of miracles . . . have a solo drive in your car!
A podcast about plants for when you’re stuck inside.
Kenzie and Talia come from different backgrounds and parts of the country, but they both share a passion for western life, homesteading, and a love of Indian Paintbrush flowers. Both are mothers, wives, creators, and small business owners, each embracing their journeys as homemakers and western women. Each week they come together to chat about all things homemaking, ranching, mothering, and homesteading, with a little business thrown in.
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