Designing a custom home should feel exciting — but for many homeowners, it quickly becomes overwhelming once hundreds of decisions, finishes, and layouts enter the picture. In this episode, Rick Bell sits down with award-winning interior designer Jennifer Fitzpatrick, founder and principal of Studio J & Co, to bring clarity to the entire process. They unpack Jennifer’s journey from working solo during the early days of COVID to leading a thriving 10-person design team known for sophistica...
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Designing a custom home should feel exciting — but for many homeowners, it quickly becomes overwhelming once hundreds of decisions, finishes, and layouts enter the picture. In this episode, Rick Bell sits down with award-winning interior designer Jennifer Fitzpatrick, founder and principal of Studio J & Co, to bring clarity to the entire process. They unpack Jennifer’s journey from working solo during the early days of COVID to leading a thriving 10-person design team known for sophistica...
In this episode, Rick Bell explains the importance of budgeting for unforeseen events when building a custom home. He shares real-world examples of construction surprises — like inadequate engineering or scope gaps between trades — and how a contingency line item in your budget can help resolve these issues efficiently without delaying your project. Whether you're building a high-tech modern home or a traditional estate, this episode will show you how to plan for the unexpected and prot...
The Insider's Guide to Custom Homes
Designing a custom home should feel exciting — but for many homeowners, it quickly becomes overwhelming once hundreds of decisions, finishes, and layouts enter the picture. In this episode, Rick Bell sits down with award-winning interior designer Jennifer Fitzpatrick, founder and principal of Studio J & Co, to bring clarity to the entire process. They unpack Jennifer’s journey from working solo during the early days of COVID to leading a thriving 10-person design team known for sophistica...
