You’ve definitely set foot in those homes that make every muscle in your body melt instantly. Your shoulders drop, your breathing slows. Maybe you’ve fallen asleep in these houses before you even realized it was happening.

That’s your nervous system telling you something: I feel safe. I feel at ease. I feel held.

Why isn’t your house that home?

Now, more than ever before, it needs to be a requirement that our homes provide us with this sense of safety, trust and deep ease.

Imagine being pretty and useful — what a concept. Your furniture can hold your story, not just your stuff. Here’s how to ditch the big-box sets, design with intention, and create a home that feels as beautiful as it functions.

Does your home have the foundations to thrive? Read a story about release and reclamation and learn how you can plant roots in your space — in your own way.

A home’s foundation begins long before the walls — it starts with the furniture that holds your life together. Discover how to realign your space, care for what you already own, and create a home that supports your energy from the ground up.

“Pop of color” has lost its meaning. Instead of tossing in one bright pillow and hoping for style, learn how to use color intentionally — by repeating tones, layering shades, and creating depth that feels cohesive and designed.

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Choosing colors can feel overwhelming — from picking hues to balancing how much of each goes where. In this guide, I share two simple methods (inspired by art and nature) plus the 60/30/10 rule to help you build a beautiful, cohesive palette with confidence.

Choosing paint colors doesn’t have to feel paralyzing. By linking color to your personal story and desired feelings, you can move beyond safe neutrals and create a home that feels truly alive. Learn how to uncover the hues that speak to you and build a palette with clarity — no endless swatches required.

From color palette to furniture and lighting, a well-styled rental photographs beautifully, rents faster, and keeps guests coming back — all on your timeline and budget.

Clearing space isn’t just about getting rid of clutter — it’s about learning to sit in the liminal void between what was and what’s coming next. In this edition of Myth & Matter, we explore why emptiness can feel so uncomfortable, why we rush to fill it, and how embracing that in-between space can open us to clarity, healing, and unexpected magic

High-end design doesn’t have to stay on magazine covers. In this edition of Alchemy in Action: The Glow-Down, we break down a dining room by NoNo Studio, featured in Architectural Digest, using The Foundry Formula step by step. From clearing space and curating color to adding layered lighting and elemental touches, this room proves that balance, warmth, and intentional design can be translated into any home

Clearing space isn’t about chasing minimalist perfection — it’s about connecting with yourself, your values, and what you truly want your home to hold. In Craft & Catalyst, I share practical clearing practices that actually stick, from creating a replacement rule to building rituals around letting go. These aren’t one-time purges — they’re intentional habits that help you stop the cycle of clutter and start building a home that feels aligned with who you are today

Clearing space isn’t just about tidying up — it’s about releasing stagnant energy, old stories, and emotions hidden in the corners of your home. When we let go of what no longer serves us, we create room for clarity, creativity, and renewal to flow in. Step one of The Foundry Formula is simple but profound: by clearing the physical and emotional clutter, we signal to ourselves that it’s time for something new.

At summer’s end, the earth slows, but do you? Instead of rushing to buy seasonal décor, try small rituals to get to know the time between seasons: a hand-gathered bouquet, a bowl of ripe fruit, herbs hung to dry, or a simple pause to notice shifting light. These moments bring presence, beauty, and gratitude into your home- and they’re basically free.

We’ve been sold the lie that beauty and luxury require endless shopping lists, micro-trends, and ever-moving goalposts. But what if beauty isn’t something we chase—it’s something we notice? This essay is a reminder that true luxury is already around us, waiting to be seen in the ordinary.

Every home has a basement—or a corner we’d rather ignore. For my first client, it was a cold concrete room waiting to become something more. For me, it was the foundation of my own process, shaken by self-doubt and rebuilt with clarity. This is the story of how a design flop turned into a breakthrough, and the lessons I learned that shape every project today.

Home design made easy, affordable and fun. You don’t need a designer or a massive overhaul- you just need a creative spark and a little guidance.

Alchemy inspired by you.

Alchemy of Home is a verb. It is the action we take to transform what we have and what we’re made of into something beautiful, intentional and completely one-of-a-kind. Alchemy of Home puts home design in your hands- with expert guidance and support along the way.