Episode 91 – Old House Renovation Conundrums with Dave Rademacher
I love old house renovation! One of the reasons I am an architect is because I want to help older houses be all that they can be. When it comes time for me to choose a new house and a new project with my husband, also an architect, we end up falling for houses that […]
Episode 90 – Renovation Story – Sinking columns, replacing historic trim, working with an architect and finding the right contractor
In this renovation story, Tom Hazzard of Podetize joins me to discuss the renovation of his 1905 Upstate New York house on Chautaqua Lake. He talks about working with an architect on an old house to add a garage and an indoor pool, figuring out how to fix his sinking porch columns, finding the right […]
Episode 89 – Renovation Story – Removing vinyl siding, honoring history, using salvaged materials and Passive Survivability
Vinyl siding. Do we love it? Does it make us sad? What is the problem with it? Should we be removing vinyl siding? Architect Wendy Brown talks about her 1894 Italianate house in Western Massachusetts that she and her husband have been working on for 24 years. Should we remove vinyl siding from these old […]
How To Find, Buy And Restore Your First Historic Home With Hugh Siler
Historic homes can seem like a bother to maintain, but make no mistake: many of these properties are often still sound investments that just need a little TLC. So strap yourself in as we take a look at preserving and restoring a historic home for a new household. In this episode, Katharine MacPhail sits down […]
Working With An Architect With Dory Azar
Are you planning a big renovation on your house? Well, one of the first things you should consider is working with an architect! Today’s guest is here to tell you why. Dory Azar of Dory Azar Architect, Inc. joins Katharine MacPhail to discuss why you need an architect when renovating your home. From dealing with unexpected plumbing issues to […]
Episode 75 – Renovation ROI
Daryl Cohan joins me to discuss which home renovations’ return on investment are the best. Is it worth renovating a kitchen before you sell? What about adding a bedroom or a garage? About our guest: Daryl Cohan has been helping home buyers and sellers since 2001. She is determined to help her clients reach their […]
Episode 72 – Renovation Roadmap
Today’s episode is about how to plan your renovation roadmap with a renovation coach. Katharine MacPhail 00:10 You are listening to Talking Home Renovations with The House Maven. Is it time to renovate your house, but you’re worried that you don’t really know what you’re doing? This is an educational and entertaining podcast that will […]
Episode 72 – Renovation Roadmap
Remodeling and construction journeys are complicated. It’s no wonder homeowners get stuck in the process. Having a renovation roadmap means reducing frustration and always knowing your next step. In this episode, you will discover……. What “roadmap” means in the context of home renovation. Some common mistakes homeowners make on their renovation journey. Whether it’s ever […]
Episode 56- Renovation Story – Indianapolis 1939
Jeff Echols met me over Zoom to discuss the experience of renovating and caring for his Indianapolis house built in 1939. This is a great example of an old house renovation in Indianapolis. Jeff is the Director of Brand Strategy at EntreArchitect, and we met through his daily Context and Clarity sessions – now we […]
Episode 54 – Renovation Story – Tulsa Bungalow
Architect Katelyn Parker and her husband Brian bought the Curtin House about 10 years ago in Tulsa Oklahoma. They were new to the city and “young and stupid” but they fell in love with the house and they went for it. They sent me some photos of their Tulsa bungalow renovation. Katelyn shares what she […]