Your home doesn’t need to be spotless to be sacred. Here’s how to create beauty, order, and peace (ish) in the middle of summer’s noise, mess, and magic.

Hospitality doesn’t have to mean stress—or matching everything. Here’s how to host beautifully (and easily) this summer, with tips that blend comfort, design, and a little real-life grace.

No one prepares you for how hard it is to help a parent transition into a new space. You’re making decisions, packing boxes, and trying to stay strong—but your heart is unraveling. Here’s how to care for them without losing you.

Maybe you’re not in your dream home yet. Maybe you’re waiting for the next thing, or navigating a season that’s full of question marks. Here’s how to design with intention—right here, in the middle of the mess.

If your home is full but still feels off, it might not need more—it might need less. Here’s how to design for calm, beauty, and breathing room in a world that tells you to add more to your cart.

Helping a parent transition into a new space—whether it’s assisted living, downsizing, or moving closer to you—can be emotional and overwhelming. Here’s how to support their next chapter without losing your mind (or your relationship).

Designing with kids in the house? Here’s how to make your space durable, beautiful, and actually livable—without saying goodbye to your style (or your sanity).

Trying to budget for a room makeover or remodel but feeling lost in the numbers? Here's a breakdown of real costs, where to splurge, and how a designer helps you stretch your dollars and your style.

Wondering how long your remodel or room refresh might take? Here’s a realistic breakdown of what to expect—from quick updates to full renovations—and how to avoid the biggest timeline traps.

Wondering what an interior designer actually does (besides make things pretty)? Here’s what really goes on behind the scenes—and how we save you time, stress, and design regret.

If your space still feels off after furnishing and painting—it might be missing that last layer of magic. Here’s why styling matters more than you think, and how to bring it home.

Want to keep that vintage cabinet or grandpa’s painting without your room feeling like an antique mall? Here are my favorite tips for mixing old and new in a way that feels intentional—not inherited.

Because good design isn’t about having a Pinterest board—it’s about knowing how to use it.

Design can feel intimidating, especially when you’re trying to make your space feel fresh, functional, and a little more “you.” But after working with clients in all stages of home life, I’ve seen a few things on repeat—little design missteps that can totally throw off a room’s vibe.

Here are 5 of the most common mistakes I see—and some simple ways to fix them without starting from scratch.

Because home should feel safe, familiar, and full of dignity—no matter the season.

Helping a parent or loved one move into a new living situation—whether it’s downsizing, assisted living, or memory care—can be overwhelming. There’s emotion. There are logistics. There’s the deep desire to make sure they feel loved and not just “moved.”

At Nest & Anchor, we’ve walked with families through these transitions—and we’ve seen how the right space can soothe the heart and support daily life.

Here are 3 meaningful ways to prepare a room that offers more than just function—it offers comfort, dignity, and a sense of home.