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The Overlooked Essentials: 10 Design Details That Make Everyday Living Healthier and Happier
Creating a healthy, high-performance home goes beyond big systems. From natural cross-ventilation and biophilic elements to smart lighting and family drop zones, small design details can boost comfort, air quality, and daily well-being—making your home truly livable.

Kate Hamblet
6 days ago3 min read
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What 2025 Taught Us About Homes That Actually Make Us Healthier
Here’s to 2026—a year of living better by design, beginning within our own walls. With intention, comfort, and wellness woven into every room, we create spaces that support how we want to feel and live in the year ahead.
Sheila Alston
6 days ago4 min read
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Conscious by Design: How the Future of Home Energy Begins with Intention
We’re entering a new era of home design—one guided by energy, stillness, and consciousness. The future of luxury isn’t excess, it’s resonance. The Conscious Home asks not how a space looks, but how it feels: grounding, gentle, alive. In 2026, design becomes vibration, wellness becomes structure, and our homes become instruments of balance and calm.

Dee Oujiri
6 days ago6 min read
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The Wellness Pantry: What to Stock Now for a Healthier Winter
Winter brings comfort food cravings and cozy nights—but your pantry can do more than store snacks. With a little planning, it can boost immunity, simplify cooking, and keep your kitchen calm and organized. From smart zones and wellness staples to freezer-ready meals and monthly check-ins, a well-stocked pantry helps you stay nourished, prepared, and stress-free all season long.

Lucy Chatman
Oct 313 min read
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November Home Maintenance Checklist for a Healthier Home
As the weather cools and we spend more time indoors, hidden issues like stale air, moisture, and cold spots can quietly impact your health and comfort. Go beyond the usual maintenance checklist with smart, overlooked tips that help your home breathe better, feel cozier, and run more efficiently all winter long. A few simple November checks can make your space healthier—and your season more enjoyable.
Sheila Alston
Oct 314 min read
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The Scent of Gratitude: Welcoming Thanksgiving with Aromatherapy
November invites warmth, gratitude, and mindful gatherings. Aromatherapy with essential oils like Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, and Clove can transform your home, creating a calming, joyful, and emotionally supportive environment. From diffuser blends to massage oils, these scents enhance connection, soothe stress, and make your Thanksgiving celebration feel cozy, grounded, and full of heart.

By Debbie Pullens
Oct 313 min read
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Avoiding Burnout During Home Construction
Building or renovating a home is exciting but can be overwhelming. Avoid burnout by planning ahead, staying organized, and giving your design process the time it needs. Expert guidance and realistic expectations help you make confident decisions, manage surprises, and enjoy the journey. With preparation and the right mindset, your home project can be as rewarding as the finished space itself.

Kate Hamblet
Oct 313 min read
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Warmth by Design: Renovation Strategies for a Cozier Home
Fall’s crisp air calls for a home that’s naturally warm and inviting. Smart layout, high-performance insulation, thermal mass materials, and cozy flooring can boost comfort and energy efficiency. With careful design, your home becomes a healthy, welcoming retreat that stays warm season after season.

Kate Hamblet
Sep 303 min read
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Fall Back into Wellness: Simple Shifts to Feel Your Best at Home This Autumn
As fall settles in, your body and home adapt to cooler air, shorter days, and less sunlight—often leaving you tired, dry, or restless. But small changes in your environment can make a big difference. From balancing humidity and improving indoor air quality, to letting morning light reset your rhythm and adding safe, cozy touches, your home can buffer seasonal stress and support better sleep, mood, and overall wellness.
Sheila Alston
Sep 303 min read
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Refresh for the Season: Simple Ways to Declutter and Create a Cozy Haven
Transform your home this fall by decluttering and embracing cozy minimalism. Start with high-traffic areas, add smart storage, and refresh with warm lighting, seasonal scents, and natural decor. Create a cozy nook, cook comforting meals, and keep clutter in check year-round. Simple steps can turn your home into a calm, inviting sanctuary for the season.

Jolene Nanette
Sep 303 min read
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Privacy Meets Togetherness: Renovating for Multi-Generational Harmony
Designing a home for multigenerational living means balancing connection and privacy. From creating private suites to improving sound control and air quality, smart renovations make shared living comfortable, healthy, and harmonious for everyone under one roof.

Kate Hamblet
Aug 312 min read
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Smart Build: How Energy Star Made Our Dream Home Safer, Smarter, and More Comfortable
You may have seen the blue Energy Star label on appliances, but what many homeowners don’t realize is that the Energy Star program also applies to entire homes. Backed by the U.S. government, it sets clear standards for energy-efficient construction and includes third-party inspections to make sure your home is built, and performs, as promised.
Certified Energy Star homes are built to be more airtight, better insulated, and equipped with efficient heating, cooling, and venti

Kate Hamblet
Jun 293 min read
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How to Create an Outdoor Space That Feels Like a Mini Getaway Every Night of the Week
If you want to create a space that your family can’t wait to gather in (and that your guests will talk about long after the last glass of wine), you need a space that engages all five senses—and makes people feel something.
Sheila Alston
Jun 292 min read
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More Than Decor: The Energy Behind a Well Styled Vacation Home
Let’s be honest, a vacation home isn’t just a place to escape the daily grind. It’s your recharge station, your sanctuary, your weekend muse. Whether you’re dreaming of a serene lake cabin, a chic desert retreat, or a modern coastal hideaway, one thing is certain: a well-designed getaway should feed your soul, not just your Instagram.

Dee Oujiri
Jun 298 min read
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Creating a Home That Grows With You: Designing for Flexibility Without Overbuilding
A well-planned home should fit your needs now while having the flexibility to adapt as your life changes—without unnecessary square footage.

Kate Hamblet
Feb 273 min read
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How the Right Rug Can Transform Your Space & Energy
Let’s dive into the art and science of using rugs to create flow, balance the Five Elements, and elevate your space with intention.

Dee Oujiri
Feb 275 min read
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Spring into Wellness: 5 Ways to Turn Your Outdoor Space into a Healthier, Happier Haven
Here are five easy ways to transform your space into a healthier, happier haven—no matter where you live!

Lucy Chatman
Feb 274 min read
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Designing a Healthy Kitchen: Expert Tips for Safe & Sustainable Choices
If building your dream healthy home with an unlimited budget is in the cards for your 2025, congratulations!

Andrew Pace
Jan 305 min read
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Gadget-Powered Pet Care: How Smart Tech Can Simplify Your Life
You love your pets, but sometimes keeping up with their needs feels like another full-time gig. That’s where smart home tech can make a real

Lucy Chatman
Jan 303 min read
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Navigating Home Renovations: Tips for a Smooth and Successful Transformation
Home renovations can significantly boost resale value while transforming living spaces to better suit residents’ needs. While homeowners oft

Lucy Chatman
Dec 29, 20242 min read
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