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Welcome Home to the Suburbs
Welcome Home to the Suburbs

Welcome Home to the Suburbs

Moving is considered one of life’s top three stressors, even if you’ve planned for it. You have to adjust to not just a new house, but a new lifestyle too. So how do you create a home you love coming back to, while surviving the move itself? Your host, Jill Kalman, has helped people for over 15 years make the move from the city to the suburbs and thrive while doing it. Each week, Jill provides practical moving tips, tons of design wisdom, and all the encouragement you’ll need to make this transition a success. Learn more at jillkalmaninteriors.com.

Available Episodes 10

Have you ever heard the expression “you can’t have the rainbow without the rain?” Today you’ll meet a very special guest and hear about how she has created her very own incredible rainbow! 

At just 10 years old, Lily leads Lily Lou's Aroma's, a business dedicated to creating eco-friendly self-care products with delightful scents. From scented candles to wax melts, essential oils, and perfumes, each item is meticulously made with sustainable and cruelty-free ingredients, ensuring a delightful experience while honoring our planet. But Lily's vision extends beyond creating exceptional products. Inspired by her passion for giving back, Lily Lou's Aroma's actively supports various charities and advocates against bullying. This commitment to making a positive impact stems from Lily's upbringing and her unwavering dedication to creating a better world. Lily's journey began before the pandemic when she embarked on a homeschooling project that ignited her passion for crafting sustainable goods. Her love for experimentation and facing new challenges transformed a hobby into a thriving business, driven by her entrepreneurial spirit and desire to effect change. 

Lily’s story is such an inspiring one, and if you have children, you should share this episode with them. Boys, girls, everyone needs to hear her message about bullying, and Lily is an example that it is never too young to start in business if your child has an entrepreneurial spirit as well. I’m so proud of what Lily has accomplished (so far!) and I cannot wait to see where she’s going next. To learn even more about Lily and her business, makes sure to visit her Instagram, @lilylousaromas. If you enjoyed this episode, let her know and tag me in too, @jillkalmaninteriors! 

You can watch the video of this episode with Lily, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz!

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

As the saying goes, the proof is in the pudding – and I’m serving you some pudding today! In this episode, you’ll meet my very special guest, Lisa, who happens to be one of my clients that used my digital design services (for all 9 rooms in her home)! 

You’ll hear Lisa’s story of moving to the town that I live in with her family and how she had already hired a contractor who was doing work when she reached out to me for help. She reveals why she made the decision to hire me and all the reasons why this service worked so well for her. 

Lisa was a joy to work with, and I’m excited to have her here to share her story and client experience with you, in her own words. So, if the traditional design services that are being offered don’t feel like a fit for your project, and you want a way to make the process a lot more efficient, easy, and fun, then my room service is for you too! 

If there’s something Lisa shared today that resonated most with you, and that you can relate with? Do you have any questions about how I may be able to help you as well? If so, I want to hear about it! You can DM me on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors and I can’t wait to hear from you.   

You can watch the video of this episode with Lisa, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

 

Are you ready to take your home from drab to fab? Today I share how you can transform it easily, and in a way that will give you an instant “HGTV effect” like you’ve ever had before! 

If there’s something I shared today that resonated most with you, or that you are going to try in your own home? If so, I want to hear about it! You can DM me on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors and I can’t wait to hear what you thought of this home styling episode.    

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

It’s the central part of any living space and one of the biggest investments in your home furnishing. That’s right, today we’re talking about sofas today with our expert guest, Alex Back! 

Alex is the founder and CEO of Couch.com, an innovative new online platform designed to help match customers with their perfect new couches. Formerly, he was the co-founder and COO of the popular furniture brand, Apt2B (apt2b.com), and bootstrapped the company from startup to acquisition prior to his exit last year.

As you’ll hear me say many times during this interview, Alex’s platform is so helpful and if there is anything you need to know about a couch, I’m sure he’s got a resource for it. I encourage you to visit his website and check everything that Alex and Couch.com has to offer! 

I loved having this conversation with Alex, and if something we discussed resonated with you, or you have a sofa question that wasn’t covered in this episode, we want to hear about it! You can DM Alex on Instagram, @couchdotcome, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

You can watch the video of this episode with Alex, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/!  

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

 

 

There’s no one more versed at moving than a military family, and today’s special guest knows this very well! In this episode, I’m joined by Katie Vail of the blog Stripes and Whimsy, and we talk all things moving – not just locations, but also what to consider with the style of home you are moving to. She also reveals why DIY takes guts, and you’ll learn why Katie says, “don’t wait around for your husband for this stuff!”

Katie Vail is an Army Veteran turned style, decorating, and lifestyle blogger based in the DC area.  On her blog, Stripes and Whimsy, she shares classic yet affordable style ideas, decorating tips, and home and furniture DIYs. Her style is timeless and classic and she loves to mix highs, lows, and thrifted finds in her outfits and home.

I loved having this conversation with Katie, and if something we discussed resonated with you, we want to hear about it! You can DM Katie on Instagram, @stripesandwhimsy, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

You can watch the video of this episode with Katie, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

Today we’re discussing one of the most common things I hear, which is finding your OWN style! In this episode I’m joined by Kate Taylor, as she reveals how style has nothing to do with your wallet and everything to do with confidence. There’s a bridge between fashion and home, and your style has similarities with both, which you’ll learn all about today! 

If you found this episode interesting, we want to hear what resonates with you the most. You can DM Kate on Instagram, @katetaylorstylist, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

You can watch the video of this episode with Kate, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

For almost forty years, True Leaf Market Seed Company has proudly offered the best non-GMO seeds on the market, and I’m proud that they are sponsoring this podcast! As a special offer to listeners of the podcast, use the code “Suburbs10” for $10 off your next order of $50 or more at www.trueleafmarket.com/

I have a brand-new freebie that you are not going to want to miss, called Find Your Interior Design Style! With it you can define your interior design style with what I call my “down-to-earth” method that will help you start decorating your dream home right away, the right way. To get started now all you have to do is go to www.jillkalmaninteriors.com/quiz

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

 

 

I might be known as your ‘City to Suburbs Interior Designer’, but today’s guest is known as your ‘Subway to Suburbs’ Realtor!  

Amanda Tarter is an experienced real estate professional who exudes the same fresh energy as her home city of Manhattan. She is personable, professional and dedicated, working diligently for her clients. First-time buyers especially love Amanda, thanks to her youthful spirit and dogged determination to make their initial real estate experience rewarding.

In this insightful episode, Amanda shares invaluable tips for first-time buyers to navigate the market with confidence. Learn how to invest wisely in home improvements, understand the nuances of resale value, and tackle the lifestyle shifts when moving from the urban jungle to suburban tranquility. Amanda also reveals the overlooked costs of homeownership and rental, and her top recommendations for finding the perfect home. Whether you're selling or settling in, don't miss these actionable strategies from a seasoned real estate pro!

If you found this episode interesting, we want to hear what resonates with you the most. You can DM Amanda on Instagram, @subwaytosuburbs, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

You can watch the video of this episode with Amanda, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

For today’s episode we’re bringing the outdoors in, as my special guest helps others introduce natural moss art into a variety of commercial and residential spaces!

Lindsay Scherr Burgess is the Founder and Moss Boss of Green Wallscapes, a company that brings spaces to life with no-hassle preserved moss walls, logos, lettering and art. She has done projects in over 35 states and Canada in her West Palm beach studio. They have done work for Starbucks, Stella Artois, AutoNation, Suffolk Construction South Florida headquarters, Alarm.com, office spaces, salons, yoga studios, as well as residences nationwide. Her company’s work has been called “a lavish expression of botanical joy” and has been featured in Architectural Digest, Veranda Magazine, Palm Beach Illustrated, Palm Beach Post, Palm Beach Daily News, and more. She was inducted into the 2020 Top Women Awards for the Commonwealth Institute in the Startup category.

We hope that what Lindsay shares today will inspire you and give you ideas on how to add a calming and grounding element to your space, all while introducing a natural element it!

If you found this episode interesting, we want to hear what resonates with you the most. You can DM Lindsay on Instagram, @greenwallscapes, and as always, I can be reached @jillkalmaninteriors.

You can watch the video of this episode with Lindsay, and all the interviews I have our other amazing guests on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

This is a very special milestone for Welcome Home to the Suburbs as it’s our 100 episode! Today I want to talk about something that’s been on my mind, and that’s TRENDS, or the 5-letter word that I like to call the four letter word. What does this mean? You’ll find out all about it in this brand-new episode as I share the good, the bad and the ugly with trends! 

I want to say that I am so grateful for each and every one of you who have listened to the podcast over these last 100 episodes, and if you have a burning question that you want answered, I’ll be doing a Q&A episode soon and your question could be featured in the next one. Make sure to DM or tag me with it on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors!  

As we’ve been doing, you can watch all the interviews I’ll be having many great guests this year on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

Did you know that I offer digital design services? That’s right, from the comfort of your own home you can work with me and get a room designed (we’ve done 200 rooms and counting with these services)! My 1-to-1 consultation, Room Service, will give you the complete plan for an entire space, and my new Room RX gets any problem diagnosed and remedied very fast (it’s also a 1-on-1 consultation with me, and it’s only $199). For this month both of these services are on special promotion, so head over to my website or click here to learn more and schedule your time in to take advantage of these incredible savings - so you can have the room you dream of today!  

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast

 

 

 

Can you believe it’s already 2024? We’ve now entered the fourth year of Welcome Home to the Suburbs, and to kick it off I’m answering some of the questions that I get asked the most often by people in my DMs and my clients! 

I hope this episode serves as a reminder that it’s a brand-new year and you can do something fresh and new in your home. I’m here to help you along the way with this podcast, my free resources and with the services that I offer! 

Do you have a question that you’ve been wanting answered? I’ll be doing another Q&A episode soon and your question could be featured in the next one, so DM or tag me with it on Instagram, @jillkalmaninteriors. Happy New Year to you all and I’ll see you back here in a couple of weeks! 

As we’ve been doing, you can watch all the interviews I’ll be having many great guests this year on my YouTube channel, https://www.youtube.com/@jillkalmaninteriors

Would you love to get a professional opinion on what to do with your home design, but maybe you think this would be expensive and intimidating? I’m here to tell you that none of my services make you feel this way, and my newest service is the easiest and most affordable way to quickly get the answers you are looking for! With my new service Room Rx, we will spend an hour together where you select a topic of your choosing to discuss. I can’t wait to be your own personal design advisor for that time, and you can book now by clicking here. 

Get full show notes and more information at: https://jillkalmaninteriors.com/podcast