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THE HIDDEN LOAD Is Your Home Making Life Harder Than It Needs to Be? Don't take my word for it. Ask your own questions by downloading the FREE Home Check Guide Detailbydesign.ca/wellbuilt-home-check Take it through your house. And don't change anything yet. Just notice. You might be surprised by how many browser tabs your house has been keeping open.

Every advancement has a cost. The Industrial Revolution meant more people could afford basic things, but with factories came pollution and water use that took its toll on surrounding communities. Today we face another advancement with the associated costs, and it probably isn't what you're expecting!

Have we become so accustomed to living in homes that don't support our well-being that they have become "normal"?  It's time to look through a different lens and really ask, "Is this home or workplace support my health and well-being?"  Join us in this episode as we start asking better questions about the places we spend 90% of our time in.

We live in a stressful time. With everything going on "out there" we have a lot to process on a daily basis. But we may be able to reduce some of those stressors by asking different questions.

This episode covers the 5th Element of the WELLbuilt system and why accessible design should become "standard".

Colour and design are more than just paint colour and pillows. As humans, we respond to our environment on a deeper level than most people realize.

Why acoustics matter and what the science tells us. How sound can influence stress levels, sleep quality, concentration and more.

The second element in the WELLbuilt system is Indoor Air Quality. Why does the air we breathe matter? Did you know that when particles (i.e. viruses, contaminants, chemicals etc) are small enough (PM2.5) they can penetrate our organs and cross the blood-brain barrier all by breathing them in!

Residential lighting is the first element in the WELLbuilt system for a reason, because it is the most misunderstood.

After almost 5 years we are back! Our absence was not because we stopped caring about homes or that we ran out of things to say (like that could ever happen!)  We have been working on something new, something huge that will redefine the residential construction industry.  Welcome back! We are so grateful for your support! And if you want more information, check out our website: https://detailbydesign.ca/wellbuilt/ Start with Tier1 today!

After a crazy busy fall I finally got episode 5 recorded. Huge apologies for the delay. In this episode, we talk about CEDIA, the first-ever LivABLE Environment Conference, new NKBA certification, taking online classes, and the power of sleep!! And we finally found our music! You can hear more of the artist Brad Hill https://open.spotify.com/artist/1hdkvBtRdOW4SPsnxCXOjK?si=5-YBPB9HTViF0tUzfaMuMA or here http://hillmakesmusic.com/ Our email address : [email protected] And the link for the the LivABLE Environment Conference here: https://livabelcanada.com

We speak with 35 year veteran of the kitchen and bath industry Anastasia Rentos CMKBD, from the Toronto ON area. Our conversation covers best practices, learning the trade, relationships with clients and contractors, certifications and so much more. As a long time successful kitchen and bath expert Anastasia bring so much value to this industry AND her clients. You can contact Anastasia on her website here Part of our conversation lead to CLIPP certification and for more information you can check out the Living In Place website here A must attend virtual event the LIVable Environment Conference, October 28 -30, 2020 click here to register! Sneak Peak (The event organizer, Linda Kafka, will be our guest on our next episode) As always you can receive a FREE copy of my Inside Renovations e-book by sending me a email to [email protected] My website is detailbydesign.ca Follow us on: Instagram Facebook

We share a startling observation of how new senior living facilities are missing critical elements. Some important certifications to look for in a contractor or designer and a few organizations that are working to improve industry standards.

In this episode I am going to discuss some of the things to look for in an honest and reliable contractor and other trade professionals. And why hiring the cheapest person is not always the best idea!

Our very first episode! As a kitchen and bath design specialist we talk about some of the challenges families are facing during covid-19. Plus a few wellness elements to consider if you are planning a renovation. Whether you are a contractor or homeowner we hope to get you thinking about ways to get the most out every renovation. You can follow us on all our social media channels Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/detailbydesignottawa/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/detailbydesign15/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliadetailbydesign/ Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/nataliapierce/detail-by-design YouTube - coming soon TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@detailbydesign Our Website - https://detailbydesign.ca Or email us at [email protected]