DESIGN TRENDS
Warmth Is Replacing the Cold, Minimal Look
For a while, home design seemed to be all about white, gray, clean lines and minimal decoration. Rooms were...
Warmth Is Replacing the Cold, Minimal Look
For a while, home design seemed to be all about white, gray, clean lines and minimal decoration. Rooms were beautiful—but sometimes they felt a little too perfect, and not always very personal. That is changing. One of the strongest design directions we're seeing as...
Design News
Functional Layouts Over Aesthetics: Aging-in-Place & Universal Design
For years, residential renovation trends focused heavily on aesthetics—sleek surfaces, minimalist profiles, and...
Functional Layouts Over Aesthetics: Aging-in-Place & Universal Design
For years, residential renovation trends focused heavily on aesthetics—sleek surfaces, minimalist profiles, and eye-catching focal points. However, a major shift is occurring in kitchen and bath design. Today’s homeowners are prioritizing how a space functions over...
Things to Know
A Quick Guide to Chandelier Height
Hanging a chandelier too low creates an awkward obstacle; hanging it too high makes it feel disconnected from the...
A Quick Guide to Chandelier Height
Hanging a chandelier too low creates an awkward obstacle; hanging it too high makes it feel disconnected from the space. Here is the quick-reference guide to getting the placement right every time. The Rules of Thumb The Baseline: Hang the bottom of the fixture 30 to...
Podcasts
Home Design Mistakes You Don’t Notice Until You Live in Your Home
HOME DESIGN CHAT WITH NANCY https://open.spotify.com/episode/62zaafVvzo4jtoT9qQDdOm?si=630e53dede0548b8 Hi everyone,...
Home Design Mistakes You Don’t Notice Until You Live in Your Home
HOME DESIGN CHAT WITH NANCY https://open.spotify.com/episode/62zaafVvzo4jtoT9qQDdOm?si=630e53dede0548b8 Hi everyone, and welcome to Home Design Chat with Nancy.. and I’m Nancy! A our subject today is something that I think every homeowner can relate to. It’s those...
Nancy Hugo, CKD, CLIPP, is a kitchen and bath designer with a passion for creating homes that are both beautiful and practical.
With a focus on accessibility and living-in-place design, Nancy helps homeowners make thoughtful choices that allow their spaces to adapt over time. By blending style with smart, evidence-based design principles, she makes everyday living easier, more comfortable, and tailored to each client’s needs.
Designers Circle, founded 18 years ago, is dedicated to homeowners and DIY enthusiasts who are passionate about home design, remodeling, and creative projects.
It serves as a valuable resource for those looking to enhance their living spaces with expert insights, practical advice, and the latest trends in interior design.
The publication covers a wide range of topics, including kitchen and bath renovations, timeless design ideas, and must-have appliances and designing for aging in place.
In addition, my weekly podcasts, Home Design Chat with Nancy, are posted on this site. These are educational podcasts for those interested in everything having to do with your home.
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