Designing in 5D
Thank you for joining and welcome to "Designing in 5D," the interior design podcast where we deep dive into the creativity and logic of transforming spaces. Our journey together transcends the conventional, exploring not just the how, but the why behind creating environments that inspire and uplift spaces. We will discuss how using the EED Process will protect your budget. With each episode, we will navigate through one or all of my five steps of Designing in 5D.
Designing in 5D
Episode 23: The DIY Effect – Social Media vs. Reality
Scrolling through TikTok or Instagram and thinking a full kitchen remodel can be done in a weekend with a smile and some power tools? Think again.
In this episode of Designing in 5D, Jodi Peterman and designer Ashtyn Chance pull back the curtain on what social media gets right—and what it completely misses—about the design and remodeling process. From budget myths and unrealistic timelines to hybrid design success stories, we're giving you the real talk behind those viral transformations.
- DIY myths that social media doesn’t show
- Real budget vs. Instagram budget
- When to hire a pro—and how to blend both worlds
- Client stories, fails, and behind-the-scenes truths
- Our favorite hybrid design wins