Sorting Through Life Epsiode 13: Renovate or Relocate? How to Plan a Smart Home Renovation
- tiffanybeamer
- Apr 8
- 1 min read
Thinking about a home renovation or addition but not sure where to start? In this episode of Sorting Through Life with Colleen Waterston, Colleen sits down with Twin Cities residential architect Ashley Mytling, owner of Mytling Design, to break down what homeowners really need to know before starting a renovation.
Ashley shares how thoughtful architectural planning can honor the character of your home while improving everyday function, and explains the difference between working with an architect, interior designer, and contractor. You’ll learn when it makes sense to hire an architect, how to prepare for your first consultation, and what mistakes homeowners often make when skipping the planning stage.
They also tackle one of the biggest homeowner questions: Should you renovate your current home or move? Ashley walks through the financial, emotional, and practical factors that help families decide whether to stay, remodel, or relocate. Plus, she shares insights on cost-effective renovations, aging-in-place design, multi-generational living, and the hidden costs many homeowners forget to budget for.
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