This week, we are thrilled to welcome Stephanie Abernathy and Ashley Malone, the creative forces behind Studio Wellington. With backgrounds in history, art history, political science, and interior design, this dynamic duo brings a uniquely informed approach to their projects.
Currently in the thick of a massive personal home renovation, Stephanie shares the unvarnished reality of what it actually feels like to live through construction. The ladies break down exactly how long you should spend planning before swinging a hammer, why you should pick your appliances before your cabinets, and the biggest “green flags” to look for when hiring a general contractor.
What You’ll Hear This Episode:
- 00:00 Welcome & Introduction to Stephanie and Ashley of Studio Wellington
- 05:00 Why planning a major renovation can (and should) take up to a year and a half
- 09:00 Building your team: Do you want to get bad news from this person?
- 25:00 The importance of detail down to the outlet covers
- 37:00 Why appliances and stone must be selected first
- 40:00 Why you need to hand a “lighting binder” to the framing crew
- 56:00 The variables of construction and dealing with unexpected changes
- 01:13:00 Green flags and red flags when hiring a contractor
- 01:20:00 The golden rule of tile installation: Tell them where to start!
- 01:26:00 Treating the ceiling as the “fifth wall”
- 01:31:00 Closing thoughts & where to find Studio Wellington
Also Mentioned in This Episode
- Studio Wellington | Website
- Follow them on Instagram: @studio.wellington
- Shop Ballard Designs
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Happy Decorating!
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