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5 Tips for a Healthier Home This Winter Happy New Year! January isn’t always the best season for an intense diet or deep body cleanse, winter often calls for warmth, nourishment and time to slow down, just like nature does. It’s a great time to “detox” your home because we
Inspired by Travel, Grounded in Home What I love most about vacations and travel is how they awaken all the senses. New sights, unfamiliar scents, unexpected sounds, fresh flavors, and the mental puzzle of navigating from point A to B—all of it lifts us out of our usual rhythm. It
Get well-informed with our designed for wellness consultation. A wellness-first, sustainable add-on service, designed to reduce your home’s toxic load, and create a nourishing environment that supports your overall well-being. We spend a lot of time in our homes, so it’s important that it’s a clean, healthy environment that minimizes
It’s happening— I can feel the shift! We’re emerging from winter and embracing the energy of a new season. It’s not just the time change; it’s a sense of renewal. Spring is here, and it’s the perfect time to awaken from that winter pause and start ticking off your “to-do”
Give The Gift of Wellbeing Gift giving doesn’t have to be glittery or trendy. I suggest gifting with your loved one’s personal well-being in mind. Wellness isn’t a one-size-fits-all concept; it’s shaped by the small, intentional choices we make every day. Our rituals have the power to uplift us, bring
Connectedness, it’s the word that keeps coming to my mind lately. I especially love the season of Thanksgiving because it’s just that, a season to give and to be thankful. Thankful for the soil that provides our food, for the flora and fauna we use to decorate our homes, for
Greetings, I have some exciting news to share, Balanced Interiors is expanding! I believe that “Design Matters”, after all, that’s the essence of Balanced Interiors, what you surround yourself with matters, it has a profound effect on how you feel. Of course I’ll still be focused on designing beautiful spaces, I’ll
It’s that time of year where I gather and dry my herbs, gather my family and friends and gather my thoughts of gratitude. Even gratitude for the hard things. It’s been an incredibly busy few years and it is heartfelt when I say, you are large part of what I’m
One is truly blessed if they’re fortunate enough to live in New England in the fall. Its spectacular, warm, subtle hues are a welcome break from the bright colors of summer. The long, late afternoon shadows that usher us indoors for a cup of tea give us time to pause
With the Fall Equinox approaching, l’ve been thinking a lot about two words, Grounding and Balance. Of course Balance is the cornerstone of my business but l’ve been diving even deeper. I’m grateful and fortunate to live among the ocean and the trees. We have four large 100+ year old
Hi Friends, I often think of you and never seem to have the time to get together or check in. The silver lining in this crisis is that we have time to do the things we’ve been wanting to get to, so here I am. How are you and how
I’ve been looking forward to writing this newsletter, it’s been a while, I know. I’m writing to wish you a heartfelt, Happy Thanksgiving! I couldn’t possibly miss the opportunity to say “Thank you”. I’m grateful that you have invited me into your homes to work with you in creating a
It began with our February trip to Florida to visit my in-laws, Mike wanted to stop at the Waffle House for what else, waffles smothered in maple syrup. I hesitated to say yes, then he reminded me that I had recently lost a bet with him and so there we
We’re in the last few days of January and well on our way into our New Year’s Resolutions. Or are we? According to Psychologist, it takes three weeks of a repeated action to become a habit. I welcome the quiet month of January for several reasons. It’s my birthday month
As a designer, I usually find myself on the brighter side of a move – preparing floor plans, selecting paint colors, accessorizing and helping clients move into their new homes. However, this November and for the first week of December, my husband, Mike, and I sorted, donated, discarded and sold
When a snail outgrows his shell and needs to find a new home, he simply slips out of his shell and slides into another one better suited for him. If moving were as easy for us! Maybe I’ve spent too much time at the beach this summer to even contemplate
We have convection, induction, electric and dual fuel ranges. We have thousands of dollar’s worth of cabinetry and countertop material, hundreds of dollar’s worth of plumbing fixtures and hardware, yet, there isn’t a whole lot cooking in the kitchen. I’m pretty sure we had more home cooked meals when all
I love going to the farmers market on Saturday mornings, even the indoor winter market! Ever notice how happy and friendly everyone is there? In a couple of weeks, the markets will return outdoors along with native produce again! I love the four seasons! As I’ve mentioned before, my goal
Anyone interested in a little pillow talk? I’m talking about how to get your bed linens looking as good as the ones you see online and in the Spring catalogs you’re getting inundated with right now. It can be frustrating to buy new bed linens and find that somehow yours
Maybe it’s because I’m French that my favorite childhood cartoon character is Pepe le Pew, a handsome Parisian Skunk. Millenniums, I’m sure you would love him too had he debuted on your childhood tablet. I love being surrounded by nature, the smells, sounds, textures, and colors, it’s relaxing and invigorating
