Making Your Home Work at Every Stage of Life by Wendy Tanson Most folks would like the option to remain in their homes as they age. In fact, the AARP notes that more than 85% of their members want homes that will grow old with them. The Universal Design movement, also called “Aging in Place,”…
The Ultimate Work-From-Home Office Space TEXT by Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY by Jennifer Morgan Photography With work-from-home becoming the new norm for many of us, this family took the storage space above their garage and converted it into a co-working home office space for two. This once underutilized room is now a bright, open, organized space…
easy tips to reignite your love for home Spending too much time in one place can start to make even the most beloved home decor choices feel…a little tired. Here are some simple things you can do to refresh your space and fall in love with your home again! Organize It Got clutter? Try a…
Take a journey through hometown history with architecture Sometimes we take it for granted that where we live has always been more or less the same. But from the smallest village to the largest city, change happens constantly; nowhere is quite the same as it was 50, 100, or more years ago. Most places have…
2020 was a year unlike any other. Though the year was filled with unprecedented tragedy, trials, and tribulations, there were moments of joy worth celebrating—new babies were born, a record number of dogs were adopted, and many experienced the undeniable joy of purchasing a new home. With a sense of gratitude and optimism, we offer…
When Will the Housing Crisis End? Mike Simonsen, with Altos Research, joined us for the second time on Nest’s podcast, Sweat the Details, to discuss the housing crisis, the state of the market, interest rates, and data points that may signal the market cool down. We even touch on a housing policy that may address…
You’ve heard of a blanket ladder, right? While they’re currently all the rage in the interior design world, we were skeptical until we built our own. It’s the perfect place to stylishly stash your blankets this winter. Follow along with these simple instructions to make your own! SUPPLIES (2) 2” x 2” x 8’ furring…
Shop in January When Home Goods Go On Sale by Lisa Merritt For those who are trying to buy things for their home, it is important to think carefully. Nobody wants to overpay; however, something cheap may simply end up getting replaced quickly. Here are a few highlights that explain why everyone should consider purchasing…
TEXT Jasmine Bible + PHOTOGRAPHY Cassie Bustamante DESIGNER Cassie Bustamante LOCATION Greensboro, NC INSTAGRAM @cassie_bustamante WEBSITE cassiebustamante.com Follow along with Bustamante for home improvement and self improvement. Moving into a new home is exciting, exhilarating, and fun. But let’s be honest, decorating it can also feel overwhelming. We reached out to designer Cassie Bustamante to…
Stay Safe this Winter Cold temperatures can be annoying, as you’re forced to layer up before leaving the house. For those of us with glasses, the struggle of lenses fogging up is real! But temps below freezing can be dangerous, too, especially when white flakes begin to fall from the sky. Read on for some…
