21: 5 Design Decisions That Are Secretly Exhausting You — How to Design Your Remodel Without the Overwhelm

Have you ever started making design selections—like tile or lighting—and suddenly felt completely frozen? Have you wondered why picking a backsplash feels harder than it should ? Are you feeling mentally exhausted before construction has even started? In this episode, I’m talking about decision fatigue during a remodel—why it happens, why it’s so common (especially for busy homeowners), and how to prevent it from draining your energy before your project even begins. I walk you through five specific design decision traps I see homeowners fall into over and over again—things like endless scrolling, trying to make too many decisions at once, rushing choices under pressure, and chasing “perfect” instead of cohesive. I explain what’s really happening behind the scenes and how to reframe your design process so decisions feel lighter, clearer, and more confident. This episode is for you if: You feel overwhelmed by design choices Pinterest is making things more confusing instead of clearer You’re second-guessing decisions or feeling stuck You want your remodel to feel intentional—not exhausting You’ll walk away with practical ways to reduce overwhelm, set boundaries around decision-making, and design your remodel with more clarity and confidence. If you want more hands-on tools to help you through these early stages, join my Insiders List. I’ll be sharing resources and opening registration for my free January workshop, Start Your Renovation —where I’ll walk you step-by-step through how to reduce overwhelm before construction even begins. You can also come hang out with us in the Preparing for Your Home Remodel Facebook group and tell me which design decision is stressing you out right now. And stay tuned—because in the next episode, we’ll talk about how to reduce overwhelm once construction starts and keep your project moving without burnout. Next Steps: Already in the thick of a remodel and need help? Check out Pocket Designer Sessions: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/pocketdesigner Don’t Forget! Join the Insiders List for weekly tips: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/insiders Join the FREE Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/preparingforyourhomeremodel Get the Remodel Selections Checklist: https://www.studioredinteriordesign.com/list Happy Remodeling! Get in Touch: E-mail: Jen@studiored.homes Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/studioredinteriordesign/