The history behind the intricacies and designs of the most popular roof types Look up and you’ll see a stunning variety of roof lines, shapes and designs, no matter what age or style of neighborhood you live in. As homeowners and lovers of architecture and home design, our curiosity had finally gotten the best of…
Hanging artwork in your home can be just as tricky as knowing what to buy. No one wants to look up and see empty walls. But where to start adorning your home with meaningful, beautiful artwork? Are there really hard and fast rules when it comes to selecting and installing artwork in your home? What…
How to preserve and protect the night sky and why it’s important Text by Aaron H. Bible + Photography by David Iwane Looking up at the night sky can be a beautiful, humbling, and grounding experience. Unfortunately, the “light pollution” that obscures the night sky is an increasing problem that continues to plague the health…
How to choose the right countertop for your home Until you delve into the decision-making process of choosing countertops, you might not have known what you were even looking for, or what materials were involved. From mudrooms to bathrooms, kitchens, and bars…when you start looking around you quickly realize you have more countertop to cover…
Should I invest in a long term or short term rentals? Vacation rentals have been huge in the market over the last few years, as it is a great way to make extra money. Whether you are renting out a unique cabin, a home in the city, or even just your basement for local travelers,…
Our expert advice on how to survive & thrive during a home remodel. OUR REAL LIFE TIPS & TRICKS Kitchens and baths….that’s where our Nest agents and investment experts will commonly tell you to put your money when undertaking a home renovation—whether it’s for investment, fix and flip, or the home where you plan to…
Giant glass garage doors and propane fire pits aren’t just for the hip coffee shop or brewery downtown any longer. All it takes is a casual stroll around the neighborhood and you’ll see many neighbors melding the comfort and beauty of their homes with the sunlight and grounding that only comes from being outdoors. Call…
Scandinavian vibes reign supreme at this modern farmhouse in Durham, NC. What began as a home staging business evolved into a successful interior design firm for Chyrelle Dorinsky and Zhiela Ashtiani, friends since attending Virginia Commonwealth University. Eight years later, the Richmond, Virginia-based interior design firm Lustre Home is designing properties throughout the region—from historic…
When design goes beyond what the eyes can see. It’s relatively easy to conjure up images of great design in your mind’s eye…but what if you want to do more than see? What if you want to feel the earth and stone beneath your feet, hear the sounds of the environment, smell the smells of…
We’re proud of the team of agents we’ve assembled here at Nest Realty. We think they’re pretty awesome, and we think you will, too. During our “Meet the Agent” series, we sit down with our agents and brokers to learn more about them, what makes them tick, and why they’re passionate about the real estate…