Celebrating Natural Light in your Home
By: Alicia Hall, Strategic Communications Intern, Nest with the Nelsons
As the end of summer draws near, you might wonder how to take advantage of natural sunlight while you can! Sunlight is so good for your mental health because it provides the vitamin d our bodies need. Vitamin D boosts our levels of serotonin, a natural mood booster that also regulates our sleep and wake cycle. Celebrating natural light not only benefits our health, but will cut down energy costs that can go towards your next grocery list. Using precious sunlight as much as we can is a sustainable and lovable way to make your home shine bright! As we get into ways of celebrating natural light, you might consider rooms in your home that receive the most sunlight and how these rooms can be suitable to what you make of them. Read along to learn some tips on how to make your interior shine as bright as a radiant new you!
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What Does a Home Refresh Really Involve?
By: Megan Nelson, Owner + Designer, Nest with the Nelsons
I know we throw the term home refresh around a good amount here on the blog, and at Nest with the Nelsons. But, what does a home refresh actually entail? How can I update my home without spending a million dollars? And, how in the world can I pull off that look I’m loving on Instagram in my own home?
We’ll unpack all of these design dilemmas {and so much more!} here on the blog this week. Sit back, refresh that coffee, and enjoy this week’s scoop on all-things home design. Talk soon!
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3 Simple Steps to Refresh your Home Today
By: Megan Nelson, Owner + Designer, Nest with the Nelsons
Good morning! I’m writing to you slightly frantic this morning. I usually like to have my blogs ready to roll the night before, but we’re heading into one of our busiest weeks in business yet, and I’m consuming all the coffee in sight to keep up.
Stay tuned next week -- I’ll be sharing the inside scoop on our TWO homes being showcased on the upcoming PRO Home Tour the weekend of April 20 and 21. The event is free to the public, and you simply can’t miss it!
For now, snag these three quick and easy tips to refresh your home in just a moment. We have a good feeling they’ll help you get through a busy week, and enjoy your home to the fullest!
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Feng Shui: Your Guide to Live By
By: Alicia Hall, intern, Nest with the Nelsons
Feng Shui is a commonly practiced way of living through interior arrangement. It is rooted in Chinese culture and focuses on how your environment can enhance your well-being. Encouraging the flow of good Chi in your home interior provides a healthy way of living by restoring your mind and body. Stick around to learn the basics of how you can practice the philosophy of Feng Shui to improve the flow of energy in your home!
Major Home Updates on a Budget
By: Alicia Hall, Strategic Communications Intern for Nest with the Nelsons
A beautiful home doesn't need to cost more than you can afford! A few simple updates can transform your home into a more beautiful and desirable living space. Designing with intention is the number one rule to achieving your dream design! All you need is a little bit of effort, patience, inspiration, and eye for detail to work on a budget. Designing around a theme with a focus on colors, texture, and focal points will help you elevate the overall aesthetic of your home. Stick around to learn about some quick and easy home updates for your dream design!
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