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Join award winning interior designer, author and Forever Home expert, Frances, as she takes you on the journey to create the Forever Home of your dreams. Frances will help you navigate all the big ticket items, and all the little details that get lost along with way when renovating or building a new home. Focusing on sharing key information to ensure you’re planned and prepared for the journey, she’ll share how to ensure your home is functional, sustainable, durable, and aesthetically beauti ...
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Welcome to the Compass & Clock's Info-Tianment PodcastThrough our podcasts we'll explore how to live your best life now and well into retirement.We'll discuss topics in financial planning, housing, and insurance.We'll talk wellness, relationships, and leisure pursuits. A full active life requires planning for your goals and preparing for the unexpected.We'll introduce you to a variety of entertaining guests, from knowledgeable experts, to folks sharing stories of their life experiences, and ...
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E152 - What's the Difference Between Concept Plans and Internal Elevations
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Frances unpacks the crucial differences between concept plans and internal elevations in this latest episode, shedding light on how they can help you achieve your dream home design. She explains how concept plans provide the big picture of your space, while internal elevations dive into the intricate and functionality details to bring your vision t…
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E151 - How to Choose the Perfect Window Treatments for Your Home
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Frances dives into the world of window treatments, uncovering the crucial factors to consider when selecting the right options for your space. From maximising energy efficiency to enhancing aesthetics, she explores how the right window coverings can transform your home. Whether you're contemplating curtains or blinds, this episode offers valuable i…
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E150 - Behind the Scenes of 150 Episodes: Highlights and Stories
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Join Frances in this special 150th episode as she reflects on the incredible journey of the My Forever Home podcast. Discover highlights from past episodes, popular guest insights, and the evolution of this award winning podcast since its inception during the pandemic. Tune in to celebrate this milestone and find inspiration for your own Forever Ho…
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Photo Back-up, Storage, Organization, and More
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Angela Andrieux is a fine art photographer with a passion for sharing her expertise with others as it pertains to all things photography, especially how to best backup, store and organize your precious so you have access to them for years to come. Angela uses the Mylio application for her organizational needs for her photography.…
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E149 - How Renovating Shows are Affecting the Design and Build Industry
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In this episode, Frances explores how renovation TV shows impact our expectations and understanding of the design and build industry. She delves into the difference between the outcomes showcased and the practical challenges of real-life projects, and what is often missed that affect a good design result. Tune in to gain insights into the reality b…
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E148 - How Do I Design A Home for Multi-Generational Living
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In this new episode, Frances explores the concept of adaptive home design for multi-generational living. Discover practical tips for creating flexible, adaptive spaces that can evolve with your family's needs over time, ensuring your home remains future proof if multiple generations live together, including designing for mobility issues and for whe…
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E147 - Why Laminate Is Making a Comeback: Trends, Sustainability, and Style
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In this new episode, Frances reflects on how home design trends have evolved and come full circle over the years. She dives into the story of Laminex, an iconic Australian brand, and explores the resurgence of laminate materials in contemporary design. Discover why laminate is making a comeback with its diverse styles, sustainability benefits, and …
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E146 - The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Home Office
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This episode has Frances outlines the attributes to design the ideal home office—one that is both functional and a space you want to work in. She offers valuable insights on key considerations for setting up your home office, including optimal storage solutions, strategic placement of power points, colour choices, and ideal desk depth, and much mor…
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Learn how to create a cosy home with Frances' top tips on how to layer, create texture and make a space feel relaxing and yours to come home to. Winter is a perfect time to create a different look and feel in your home, with top tips on how to do it in this episode.By Frances Cosway
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E144 - Guest on 'Show me the Money' Podcast: Curating Space: How Your Environment Shapes, Soothes, Holds and Tells your Tale.
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As the guest in this podcast episode, Frances shares how she creates meaning, presence, and memories in a home and shares her passion for helping clients to create their Forever Home™. She outlines how she started her business, why she does what she does and the things she’s passionate about.By Frances Cosway
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Ted Butler, Home Equity Retirement Specialist with Mutual of Omaha speaks with me today about the Modern Reverse Mortgage, with a focus on the Purchase of a home with a Reverse Mortgage.By Mary
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E143 - Observations, Discoveries and Delivery
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Frances outlines what she's been observing over recent times, the discoveries she's uncovered and her response to these. This has prompted the launch of her first magazine to answer the burning questions people are consistently asking, and in this episode she outlines what she's been observing and discovering along with how the magazine addresses t…
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Navigating the Different Stages of Dementia: Communication Skills, Travel, and More Tips
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My guest Darah Bowens is the V.P. at Northwest Care Senior Living. Our conversation is this podcast is designed to help you and your loved ones as you navigate the different stages of dementia as it pertains to communication skiils, short daily or weekly outings, de-escalation, and more.By Mary
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Learn what to consider when designing an outdoor kitchen or BBQ space for your home. Frances outlines materials, orientation and weather protection, right down to ventilation and appliances.By Frances Cosway
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Understand what to consider when selecting external colours for your home. Frances outlines the significance of lighter-coloured roofs as well. You will uncover the essential principle of "less is more" in colour and material selection, alongside practical guidance to achieve a home with ‘street appeal’. Frances emphasises the substantial energy-sa…
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E140 - Creating an Emotional Return (ROI) on your Forever Home™
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In this insightful episode of the My Forever Home podcast, Frances delves into the concept of “Emotional ROI”. She explores the significance of emotional investment when creating a Forever Home™, emphasising its distinction from financial ROI typically associated with property development. Through personal anecdotes and client interactions, Frances…
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E139 - Insights into Renovating or Building a New Home with James Treble
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In this insightful episode, fellow interior designer James Treble joins Frances to discuss the art of creating timeless and functional homes. Covering topics such as budgeting, future-proofing design principles, and how to get ideas, Treble shares valuable insights for both renovation and new home projects. Whether you're embarking on a home improv…
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David and I do a Part II on aging gracefully physically and in this Podcast he educates us on the Musculoskeletal System (MSK System) and he demonstrates some exercises that help with flexibility, balance, and strength.By Mary
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In this episode Aaron Murphy & I are going to cover how to plan for a successful Forever Home for life’s later chapter.By Mary
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Frances delves into the engineered stone ban in Australia and explores alternative options for homeowners. From porcelain to laminate, Frances discusses factors such as durability, aesthetics, and budget, advising listeners on many alternatives available and why you may choose one material over another for your benchtops.…
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Frances sits down with Lauren Li, author of ‘The New French Look’, to discuss the French approach to design and decorating. They explore the core components of the "New French Look," along with regional variations, along with what sets French design apart from the Australian approach. A fabulous episode on the intricacies of lifetsyle and the impac…
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Habitat for Humanity Community Collaboration and Current Projects
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Colleen spends time today catching me up on their latest projects in Clallam County, which include the Veterans Build, their new 4-plex townhomes build, and their Aging In Place project. Colleen Robinson has been the Executive Director at Habitat for Humanity of Clallam County since 2017. She is actively involved in local community events and civic…
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E136 - Furniture Layout and Why It's Critical Before You Start Building
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Frances outlines why it's so important to create a furniture layout at floorplan stage in this episode. This is essential listening to avoid big mistakes! She outlines the implications that can occur when a furniture layout is not done before building starts, using a real life example and the compromises made because there was no plan.…
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David and I speak about what aging gracefully is and what aging gracefully physically means. The 3 core components are flexibility, balance and strength. David Neuman is a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon, clinical director of NY Sportscare, TEDx speaker, Executive director of a non-profit called Joint Education Outreach, internationally publishe…
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Frances reflects on 2023 on a personal and design perspective and shares highlights of the year including finished homes, awards, media coverage and what's in store for 2024.By Frances Cosway
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Rent Stabilization for Low Income Housing
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Today we are going to talk about Rent Stabilization for Low Income Housing in the state of WA. This applies to all manufactured home parks, not just 55+ older residents, and also low income housing rental communities. Ricky Sites, has learned as she's aged, and by the way, she is now 80+ yrs young, has found that the manufactured home park is an id…
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E134 - Client Case Study - Renovating a Federation Forever Home
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Frances is joined by her client, Bernadette, in this special case study episode. Bernadette shares her renovation journey, from when she first set eyes on the home 20 years ago, through to creating her project team and the joys and frustrations of her extensive renovation. This is an honest 'warts and all' account of what a renovation project can b…
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What is Aging in Place, and what does that really mean?
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Deanne and I have a conversation about what actually is Aging in Place. How do you plan for this, where can you find the resources, what age should you start planning and much more. Deanne O’Rear-Cameron is a Professional Mindset and Human Development Specialist, Aging in Place Advocate, Speaker, Author, and Chair of the Board of Directors of the N…
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Bryana and I talk about the new UGA (uniformed guardian act). What it is, the changes that were made to legal guardianships, and how it all works. Bryana Cross-Bean, is an Attorney at Law, based in Pierce County WA. Her primary practice areas are estate planning, long-term care planning, elder law, and probate. She is also the Chair of the Public P…
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E133 - Decluttering Made Simple: Before your Renovation or New Build
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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the thought of clearing out years and years worth of 'stuff', then this is the episode for you. Frances is joined by decluttering expert, Amy Revell, who shares her wisdom on how to prepare to pack up and move for a renovation or new build. How to create a vision and create a home you'll love. This is a super fun …
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