Q & A We asked the agents of Nest Realty to share their opinions on what happens when they take the time to stop and look up. How do your own experiences compare to our flock? GET ARTSY When displaying artwork in their homes, Nesters were split nearly 50/50 on whether one large oversized piece…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
