A mid-modern architectural treasure is lovingly revived in Blacksburg, Virginia. On a quiet street in Blacksburg, Virginia, rests a lovely home that appears to hover amongst the trees. Built in 1960, when clean lines and walnut paneling reigned supreme, walking into this home feels a bit like walking into a time capsule. But it took…
We asked the agents and brokers of Nest Realty to share their preferences when it comes to lighting their homes. How does your style stack up against our flock? Let the Light In Unsurprisingly, 45% of our Nesters say that an abundance of natural light in their homes is paramount. However, 55% rate natural light…
How to make the best decision when it comes to choosing the right light bulb for the right application. By Lucie Hanes Just when you thought choosing light bulbs might be one of the easiest things to check off your to-do list, a quick glance at the packaging makes the whole process feel complicated. Lumens,…
This home in the Battery Heights neighborhood of Raleigh, North Carolina, defines cottage-cute. In each issue of NEST Magazine, our acclaimed print publication now in its 17th issue, we bring you cutting edge insights into design and home trends, including our recurring Curb Appeal column. In our most recent issue, we took an intimate look…
Interior designer Ashley Haley shares her love of transitional decor A lover of all things beautiful and balanced, Ashley Haley named her design business OSLO Design Co., in part for her own Norwegian roots, partly for her love of Scandinavian design, and for the visual symmetry the letters themselves possess. That innate sense for what…
How to Maximize the Natural Light in Your Home TEXT BY JASMINE BIBLE Let’s be honest…not every single room in our home is drenched with glorious sunlight. So what can you do to maximize the natural light in those rooms? We talked to some of our favorite designers to learn their lighting tricks. Read on…
Our in-house expert brings us fresh picks for unexpected lighting choices! We’ve rounded up unconventional light fixtures that are sure to illuminate your heart, and your home! PLANT PENDANT It’s a plant hanger and a pendant light all in one! Hang in multiples for a dramatic effect. Spherical Hanging Plant Pendant, $87,…
For interior designer Kevin Billings, plaid isn’t just a trend, it’s a way of life. FIRM: DEXTER AND PLAID INTERIOR DESIGN CO. PROJECT LOCATION: LEESBURG, VIRGINIA INSTAGRAM: @DEXTERANDPLAID “It’s a shoebox,” laughs Kevin Billings, founder of Dexter and Plaid Interior Design Co. His 1,000-square-foot home may be small, but it packs a mighty…
Take a load off your brain—and the planet—with smart lighting. Smart home technology is growing in popularity, and for good reason. Rather than rely on our overloaded human brains to remember when and where we need things on or off (and actually remembering to flip the switch when we leave a room), we can harness…