Our Experts
There are a lot of different ways you can renovate and design a home, and sometimes the advice can be conflicting. To ensure you get the most reliable tips, here are some of the experts we work with.
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Artem Kropovinsky
Artem Kropovinsky is the founder of Arsight, a global award-winning design firm with over a decade of experience in residential and commercial interior design. With a cohesive team of professionals, Arsight specializes in tackling complex projects, including new constructions, complete residential renovations, restaurants, and retail stores. Their designs embrace authenticity and originality, utilizing natural materials and handcrafted elements for a unique and cohesive aesthetic.
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Bilal Rehman
Bilal Rehman is a distinguished luxury interior designer and tastemaker renowned for his innovative work in residential and commercial spaces, alongside his avant-garde design collections. Rising from an internship to a senior designer role within four years at his previous firm, Rehman launched his own venture in October 2022, Bilal Rehman Studio. In 2023, Rehman gained widespread social media acclaim for his video content. This growth in social media popularity has significantly boosted his and his studio's visibility, leading to new opportunities such as the Bilal Rehman Gallery.
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Brandy Rinehart
With over 20+ years in luxury interior design, Brandy leads Rinehart Design Group Inc., a nationally recognized firm known for refined, narrative-driven spaces. Splitting time between Atlanta, Chicago, and San Juan, PR, she brings a global perspective to multimillion-dollar residential and commercial projects. Her work blends creative vision with operational precision, always grounded in timeless elegance, client service, and a passion for design as storytelling. She also works in collaboration with Habitar Design in Chicago and is open to other partnerships.
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Bryan Clayton
Bryan Clayton is the CEO and co-founder of GreenPal, an online service that connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals. With over 22 years of experience in the landscaping industry, Clayton has built a reputation for developing practical, efficient solutions that enhance both residential and commercial properties. Before starting GreenPal, he successfully founded and grew Peachtree Inc., a landscaping company that he expanded to over $10 million in annual revenue before selling. Clayton's expertise in landscaping has made him a trusted voice in the industry.
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Carly Castro
Carly Castro is a nationally recognized cleaning expert featured in CNN, USA Today, Newsweek, Yahoo, MSN, and more. She is a judge for CNN's Most Innovative Products Awards and has sold over 3,000 digital cleaning guides. As a third-generation cleaner and founder of Clean With Carly, she has built a social media following of 260K+ by blending practical cleaning science with real-life advice that empowers professional cleaners and everyday homeowners alike.
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Charles van Rees, PhD
Charles van Rees, Ph.D. is a conservation scientist and naturalist. With a long career in the field of ecology, van Rees comes equipped with a variety of expertise. After graduating with honors from Connecticut College with bachelor's degrees in ecology and environmental science, he spent time on multiple avian-focused ecology projects. In 2018, he earned a Ph.D. in biology with a concentration in ecology, evolution, and behavior from the University of Georgia. Since 2021, van Rees has been sharing his thoughts on nature via his website, Gulo in Nature.
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Dr. Jim Fredericks
Dr. Jim Fredericks is a board-certified entomologist and Senior Vice President of Public Affairs at the National Pest Management Association (NPMA). He earned his BS in Biology Education from Millersville University of Pennsylvania (1995), MS in Entomology from the University of Delaware (2001), and Ph.D. in Entomology and Wildlife Ecology from the University of Delaware (2012). His doctoral research focused on subterranean termite foraging behavior and in-ground bait station effectiveness under field conditions.
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Emma Grace Crumbley
Emma Grace Crumbley is the resident entomologist for Mosquito Squad, a mosquito and tick control company. Prior to her August 2022 appointment, she earned two bachelor's degrees (one in applied biotechnology and another in entomology) at the University of Georgia. Crumbley's other notable career experiences include time as a butterfly/horticulture assistant at the Day Butterfly Center and head zookeeper at the University of Georgia Insect Zoo.
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Eric Bramlett
Eric is the broker and owner of Bramlett Partners, a locally focused brokerage that reflects the culture, spirit, and uniqueness of Austin, Texas. Under Eric's leadership, the brokerage has grown into one of Central Texas's most respected firms, known for its collaborative culture, forward-thinking strategies, and dedication to delivering 5-star service to clients. With extensive experience in real estate development and brokerage management, he's won multiple industry awards and been featured in top media outlets such as Axios, Bloomberg, and Forbes.
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Jason Pietruszka
Jason Pietruszka has over 14 years of experience with construction, development, and design. With over 250 single-family homes built and more projects under his belt than can be counted, his passion remains the creative element of the job. He is active on most social platforms, teaching and inspiring the next generation to learn the skill sets needed to continue building and being creative. Follow along and make sure to reach out!
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Jessica Litman
Jessica Litman, also known as "The Organized Mama," is a trusted expert in home organization and DIY solutions. She is the author of "Home Sweet Organized Home," a must-read for anyone looking to transform their space. As a sought-after speaker, Jessica covers topics like family organization, business workflows, and executive functioning skills for kids. With a passion for making organization approachable, she's here to help you turn chaos into calm.
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Josh Gardens
Josh Gardens, known online as @theplanttechie and "Uncle Josh Gardens," is a master gardener and fruit tree educator based in South Carolina's Zone 8a. With over a decade of hands-on experience, he empowers others to grow their own food through engaging content, online courses, and practical gardening advice. Blending tradition with tech, Josh's mission is simple: to show that anyone can grow while growing themselves in the process.
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Kash Sobhe
Kash Sobhe is a third-generation expert in rugs and fabrics. His grandfather founded their family business in Iran in 1953, and his father, Dr. Kay, has dedicated over 55 years to the industry. As the first and only Certified Master Rug Cleaner in Los Angeles, Sobhe is also a WoolSafe Certified Fiber Care Specialist and one of the few Certified Color Restoration Specialists in the United States. Sobhe continues the family tradition by caring for rugs, animal hides, upholstery, textiles, and other fabrics through cleaning, repair, recoloring, restoration, and customization.
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Lori Verderame
Dr. Lori is an antiques' appraiser, award-winning media personality, and the director of her eponymous art, antiques, and thrift shopping resource. Her YouTube channel @DrLoriV has over 44 million views and counting. She has made appearances on a variety of TV series, including "The Curse of Oak Island," "Pawn Stars Do America," "The King of Collectibles," "The Bobby Bones Show," "The Tonight Show," and "Inside Edition." Additionally, her expertise have been shared in articles with House Digest, Newsweek, People, Redfin, and Good Housekeeping.
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Maria Baer
Maria Baer is the founder and lead organizer of The Baer Minimalist. Founded in 2017, her company specializes in helping customers create efficient and fashionable living spaces, aiming to reduce clutter and stress through customized, easy-to-maintain structures. Whenever approaching a new project, Baer tries to highlight the things that matter most and find a better system for being both organized + stylized.
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Matt DiBara
Matt DiBara is the owner of DiBara Masonry – an Italian immigrant-built masonry that goes back four generations, and is ranked five stars on Google, Yelp, and HomeAdvisor. He's known as the 'undercover contractor', who works with celebrity clients and everyday homeowners to provide advice and insight about how to manage construction projects. He is now passing along his knowledge to other contractors via his course "The Contractor Hiring Course" and by way of growing their businesses directly with The Contractor Consultants.
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Michael Rubino
Michael Rubino is an air quality expert, founder of HomeCleanse, + founder/chair of Change the Air Foundation. He is bridging the gap between our health and our homes, creating a shift in how we think about our indoor air. A published author + host of "Never Been Sicker," and trusted advisor to Hollywood A-listers, doctors, + Fortune 100 CEOs, Rubino's expertise has earned him global recognition and empowered thousands. Through HomeCleanse + his nonprofit efforts, he is committed to creating healthier environments + advancing public awareness of the link between air quality + health.
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Rhonda Kaiser
Rhonda Kaiser, a renowned gardening and design expert, blends vintage charm with timeless style. Featured in Better Homes & Gardens, Southern Living, and Woman's World, she's a recurring guest on Houston Life, inspiring audiences with fresh ideas for gardens, seasonal outdoor tablescapes, and home décor. A Texas A&M graduate, Texas Master Gardener, and florist, with training in interior and landscape design, she shares her farm's lush gardens, custom greenhouse, and antique 1890s silo on Instagram @SouthernHomeandFarm and in her book The Vintage Farmhouse Garden.
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Ryan Fitzgerald
Ryan owns Raleigh Realty, a company that challenges conventional brokerage models by prioritizing value and a stress-free client experience over high-pressure sales tactics. Understanding that the aesthetics and functionality of a space greatly influence property value, Ryan has developed a keen expertise in interior design and home staging. This blend of real estate know-how and design prowess allows him to offer holistic advice that covers a home's structural and stylistic aspects.
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Skylar Bartlett
Skylar Bartlett is the founder of Kreer Construction, a flooring company specializing in commercial spaces, luxury residences, and custom projects. Since launching the company in 2020 at just 19 years old, she has built a reputation for expertise in durable, design-forward flooring solutions. As both an installer and decorator, Skylar understands how the right materials elevate aesthetics while preserving longevity. Her approach blends precision, creativity, and practicality to deliver spaces that are as distinctive as her clients.