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Get fresh tips from budget decorating guru, Betsy Helmuth. Each episode is packed with interior design secrets the other pros don’t want you to know and with answers to your burning questions. Betsy owns Uploft Interior Design and has been featured on HGTV, NBC’s “Today Show”, CBS News, Lifetime, and more. She penned the best-selling books, “Big Design, Small Budget” and “Affordable Interior Design”. Helmuth has shared her affordable interior design advice and DIY approaches with millions through live workshops, her design books, guest columns, television appearances, and interviews. She brings her knowledge to podcasting, discussing color palettes, pattern mixing, budget creation, floor plan maximization, and more.

Hosted by interior designer and Uploft Interior Design founder Betsy Helmuth, this podcast is your go-to source for creating a stylish home—without breaking the bank. Each week, Betsy shares expert tips, design strategies, and real-life listener makeovers that prove you can live beautifully no matter the budget. In the second half of each episode, Betsy dives into the latest in pop culture—from design shows to juicy reality TV to buzzy streaming hits.

It’s the perfect mix of practical design advice and fun, unfiltered commentary. Whether you’re looking to refresh your space or your watchlist, this podcast has you covered.

Ask Betsy Helmuth a design question here: uploft.com/podcast Upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes here: uploft.com/podcast Become an interior designer with Uploft’s Academy here: uploftinteriordesignacademy.com For more design tips, visit affordableInteriordesign.com For our residential interior design services, visit modernInteriordesign.com For our commercial interior design services, visit officeInteriordesign.com

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Latest Episodes:

(BEST OF!) - Micro Apartments, Major Ideas Dec 22, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth discusses the trend of micro apartments in New York City, shares her own small space living experiences, and offers practical advice on paint colors, multipurpose furniture, and lighting solutions. She also compares Murphy beds, futons, and sleeper sofas and highlights the benefits of clear furniture.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:25 Micro apartments trend in New York City 2:10 Betsy's experience with small space living 3:40 Do's and don'ts for micro apartments 4:41 Recommended paint colors for small spaces 6:08 Multipurpose furniture considerations 8:27 Benefits of clear furniture 10:52 Adding drapes for height emphasis 12:13 Murphy beds vs. futons and sleeper sofas 16:03 Lighting solutions for small spaces

- Light colors, particularly shades of light blue, can make small spaces feel more open and airy. - Avoid relying too heavily on multifunctional furniture as it may not perform any single function well. - Utilize clear or acrylic furniture to maintain a sense of openness and reduce visual clutter in small spaces.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Piles o' Posters, Bagua Basics, Reno Thoughts, Joss and Main Pains Dec 04, 2018

Show notes

Betsy shares holiday greetings, announces premium membership, and gives thanks for listener questions. She answers queries on finding personal style, the bagua map, bathroom renovations, and dealing with high chair messes. Betsy also discusses painting over pine paneling and announces a new YouTube channel.

0:00 Premium membership announcement 1:25 Holiday greetings and personal updates 2:33 Gratitude for listener questions 4:42 Listener question from Lynn Ann about finding personal style 10:37 Listener question from Katie about the bagua map and feng shui 13:56 Virtual design package and expansion to Washington DC 18:50 Listener question from Angela about bathroom renovation 23:06 Frustrations with renovations and shower curtain suggestion 26:03 Listener question from Katie about solutions under a high chair 30:54 Painting over pine paneling 32:39 Announcement of YouTube channel and social media pages

- Your style can evolve over time, and it's okay to let it change as you grow. - When displaying a collection of artwork, clustering them together can create a more impactful and cohesive look. - Using the Bagua map in Feng Shui can be applied to each floor individually, and there are various ways to adapt it to enhance different areas of your home.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Blue Christmas, Warm Kitchens, Hot Roofs, and Naked Stairs Nov 30, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth shares insights on premium membership benefits, offers holiday decorating tips in response to Marissa's question, and provides advice on kitchen renovations, sustainable homes, and stair treads. She also gives a personal update and signs off for the holiday season.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:25 Betsy's casual Friday vibes 2:32 Betsy's son is sick and winter updates 4:47 Listener question from Marissa about holiday decorating 5:59 Betsy's holiday decorating tips 8:28 Next listener question from Sherry about kitchen renovation 17:43 Listener question from Ben about sustainable homes 20:22 Listener question from Maj about stair treads and TV stand 27:31 Betsy's holiday season sign-off

- Embrace cool tones like blue and silver for holiday decor to keep your home feeling cohesive and stylish without clashing with existing color schemes. - Consider mid-tone countertops and patterned tile backsplashes to create a warm and harmonious kitchen that complements existing elements like brick and terracotta floors. - Stain stair treads to match lower-level flooring and opt for a mid-tone patterned runner to ensure durability and safety while maintaining aesthetic appeal.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Black Friday Flash Sale! Nov 23, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth shares listener feedback, announces a new YouTube channel, and promotes social media links. She extends Thanksgiving greetings, introduces a Black Friday special offer, and provides holiday gift suggestions. Betsy wraps up with promo code details and holiday wishes.

0:00 Introduction and listener feedback 0:32 Announcement of new YouTube channel 0:55 Social media links and promotions 1:26 Thanksgiving greetings and gratitude 2:18 Details of the Black Friday discount 2:37 Breakdown of special offer pricing 3:01 Holiday gift suggestions and hardcover book announcement 3:38 Promo code information and holiday wishes

- Affordable Interior Design now has a YouTube channel where you can see recordings and clips of podcast episodes, along with an active presence on Instagram and Facebook. - Betsy Helmuth is offering a Black Friday special with 50% off her book "Big Design, Small Budget" and online interior design classes until the end of Cyber Monday. - The hardcover edition of Betsy Helmuth's book will no longer be available starting January, making this Black Friday the last chance to purchase it before it transitions to paperback.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Designer Allison Rachlis Tells Us All About High Point Nov 17, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth welcomes guest Allison Rachlis, who shares her background in interior design. They discuss the High Point Market, including trends, event highlights, and logistics. They also touch on less favored styles and trends. The episode concludes with future episode teasers.

0:00 Premium membership introduction 1:25 Introduction of guest Allison Rachlis 2:04 Allison's background in interior design 2:57 Explanation of High Point Market 4:57 Trends observed at High Point 9:04 High Point event highlights 13:53 High Point freebies and giveaways 15:25 Styles and trends not favored 16:12 Experience and logistics of High Point 20:07 Closing remarks and future episodes

- High Point Market is a massive bi-annual furniture and design show in North Carolina that showcases the latest trends and innovations in the industry. - Current trends at High Point Market include a continued presence of navy blues and blush pinks, with emerging colors like emerald green and rich plum starting to make an appearance. - Designers should consider visiting High Point at least once to experience the vast array of showrooms and gain inspiration, even if they aren't purchasing high-end items for their clients.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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MINI PROMO - Premium Member Perks! Nov 09, 2018

Show notes

In this episode, Betsy Helmuth discusses visualizing design concepts, announces a new YouTube channel, and highlights the benefits of premium membership, including bonus episodes and a mobile app for accessing content. She also emphasizes the importance of proper painting techniques.

0:00 Introduction to visualizing design concepts 0:32 Announcement of the new YouTube channel 0:55 Social media links and subscription call 1:40 Introduction to bonus episodes for premium members 2:17 Importance of proper painting techniques 2:51 Benefits of premium membership 3:35 Contact information and premium membership platform 3:57 Accessing premium content through mobile app 4:16 Conclusion and sign-off

- Affordable Interior Design now has a YouTube channel where you can watch recordings and clips of podcast episodes, along with Instagram and Facebook pages for more content. - Premium membership at Big Design Small Budget offers access to over 40 archived bonus episodes and fresh new episodes for just $5.99 a month. - As a premium member, you can submit pictures and measurements for personalized design advice and even have your own episode dedicated to redesigning one of your rooms.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

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Warming Up a Cold Space, Exterior Paint, and the Chicken Test Nov 08, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth announces a new online class bundle and shares pricing details, encouraging listeners to become their own interior designers. She discusses her holiday preparations and answers listener questions about wood consoles, paint colors, sectionals, cool roofs, and gallery walls. New YouTube channel and premium membership details are also shared.

0:00 Online class bundle announcement 0:39 Online class pricing and details 1:07 Encouragement to become your own interior designer 1:39 Betsy Helmuth's holiday preparations 2:43 Feedback on Paulin's wood console question 4:45 Brooke's question about paint colors 6:35 Brooke's sectional and sofa dilemma 10:10 Announcement of new YouTube channel 11:06 Ghani's question about cool roofs in hot climates 15:48 Lisa's question about gallery walls in narrow hallways 18:26 Premium membership and bonus episodes

- Use empty spaces in your home to allow good chi to circulate and create a less cluttered, more open feel. - Opt for a warmer style beige or cream paint if cool-toned colors appear gray or muddy in your space. - Avoid gallery walls in narrow hallways where they can be easily bumped, and consider using a hallway runner for added color and texture instead.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

TV Consoles, Floating Shelves, and Clutter Nov 04, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth discusses premium membership benefits, her busy week, and her upcoming birthday trip to Paris. She answers listener questions about choosing a media console, decorating around a TV, and organizing kids' spaces. Betsy also shares tips on bookcases and shelving units, and announces a new YouTube channel.

0:00 Introduction to premium membership benefits 1:25 Betsy Helmuth's busy week at affordable interior design 2:37 Betsy's upcoming trip to Paris for her birthday 3:50 Question from Irina about choosing a media console 5:27 Tips on decorating the space around a TV 8:34 Recommendations for buying a mid-century modern TV console 11:50 Question from Lisa about white wall ledges for her daughter's room 14:26 Recommendations for bookcases and shelving units 18:09 Question from Renee about decluttering and styling a tall dresser 22:11 Betsy's advice on organizing kids' spaces and hiring a professional 23:36 Outro and announcement of new YouTube channel and social media links

- A TV console should be as wide as the TV or wider, ideally with a height that positions the TV at eye level when seated. - Floating shelves are best used for decor rather than functional storage, especially in children's rooms where sturdier options like wall-mounted bookcases are preferable. - Utilizing trays for organizing items on top of dressers and labeled bins for children's toys can help manage clutter effectively.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Quick PSA - We Need Your Help! Nov 04, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth announces the launch of an affordable interior design YouTube channel, discusses social media presence, and shares big news about expanding services to new cities. She seeks help for the Washington, DC market and is hiring an office manager. She also previews upcoming episodes.

0:00 Launch of affordable interior design YouTube channel 0:32 Social media presence and how to follow 1:40 Introduction and big news announcement 2:00 Expansion to new cities and services 2:29 Help needed for Washington, DC market 3:31 Hiring an office manager 4:18 Job description and requirements 5:36 Upcoming episodes and closing remarks

- Affordable Interior Design now has a YouTube channel, Instagram, and Facebook page where you can see visual examples of Betsy's design concepts. - Affordable Interior Design has expanded its in-person services to the Hamptons, North Fork of Long Island, Hudson Valley, and Washington, DC. - Affordable Interior Design is hiring a remote office manager, ideal for someone with older kids or retirees who have strong technical skills and enjoy talking on the phone.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Historic Homes, Studios, and High School Projects Oct 28, 2018

Show notes

Betsy Helmuth shares tips for designing on a budget, discusses her recent illness and pregnancy, and answers listener questions about restoring historical character, small apartment layouts, bedroom color suggestions, affordable patio furniture, and becoming an interior designer.

0:00 Online class bundle promotion 1:07 Big design, small budget introduction 1:38 Betsy discusses her recent illness and pregnancy 2:43 Questions from listeners 3:00 Haley's question about restoring historical character 8:39 Numi's question about small apartment layout 15:13 Donna's question about color suggestions for a bedroom 16:33 Affordable Interior Design YouTube channel promotion 17:59 Amy's question about affordable patio furniture 22:21 Brooke's questions about becoming an interior designer 34:32 Premium membership promotion

- Adding architectural trim like crown molding or chair rails in a space with low ceilings and existing beams might not achieve the desired effect of adding historical charm. - To bring historical character back to a renovated home, consider adding vintage-inspired furniture, rugs, and drapes rather than extensive architectural changes. - For studio apartments, using a Murphy bed can offer practicality and comfort without the daily hassle of setting up and storing bedding like a sofa bed would require.

Additional show notes:

Click here to ask Betsy Helmuth a design question.

Click here to upgrade to a premium member and access the bonus episodes.

Click here to become an interior designer with Uploft’s Interior Design Academy.

For more affordable tips, visit AffordableInteriorDesign.com.

For more about our residential interior design services, visit ModernInteriorDesign.com.

For our commercial interior design services, visit OfficeInteriorDesign.com.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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