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Create a home that Thrives®! Home Functionality Coach® and Realtor Kristina Browning discusses home functionality, aesthetics, and automation challenging you to think about your space differently. With a bit of history and psychology... this isn’t your typical HOUSE podcast. What’s important in your life? This intellectual and relaxing podcast helps you to align your home with your values. I recommend starting at Ep. 1 and SUBSCRIBE for ease of use.
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Ep. 92 | Porches
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Porches evoke so many emotions and they strike a chord in all of us.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
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~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Patrick Square History of the Porch
- Nested Porch Swings blog post
- Episode 39: Front Door Mats
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Ep. 91 | Backyard Hammocks
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Wednesday Apr 10, 2024
Nothing reminds me of a relaxing vacation more than a hammock! Let’s discuss yard or deck functionality when it comes to relaxation with hammocks.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- The double drink holder for yards
- Episode 39: Front Door Mats
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Ep. 90 | Sir Mix A Lot : Home Stories
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Wednesday Apr 03, 2024
Remember “Baby Got Back?” Let’s talk about wealth, fish tanks, exotic cars, Dolby Atmos, his studio and HOMES with Grammy award-winning rapper Sir Mix A Lot.
So much can be learned from hearing about where a person has lived throughout their lifetime and what they do to their homes to make them feel just right.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Business Insider: Warren Buffet
- Episode 38 | Backyard FirePits
- Who is Kristina’s brother? Anthony mentions recording with him in the studio: he is the lead singer in The Druthers
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Ep. 89 | Slow Decorating
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
Wednesday Mar 27, 2024
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- House Beautiful article “Slow Decorating in the Age of Instant Design”
- Episode 29: Home Office
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Ep. 88 | Trophies, Awards & Plaques
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Wednesday Mar 20, 2024
Let’s discuss winning awards, plaques and trophies as they relate to home functionality, aesthetics, and organization as well as sustainability.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Rivanna Designs Sustainable Trophy & plaque company
- Sports MEDAL Recycling
- Scrap Exchange in Durham NC
- Trophy Recycling
- The Reddit Thread I referred to
- Episode 8 link: Managing Sentimental Items
- Trophy shaped chocolate lollipops
- Edible arrangements
- Chocolate messages
- Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items
- James Clear, quote on purpose driven athletes
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Ep. 87 | Unique Birthday Party Idea: The Reflection party
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
Wednesday Mar 13, 2024
If you have googled “Best Birthday Ideas” or “Unique birthday ideas” you are not alone. Each year, most of us are tasked with trying to figure out a way to make a loved one feel special. This is a truly original idea to celebrate a child or adult birthday taking out the stress and emphasis on consumerism. My child has chosen to have a Reflection Party five years in a row!
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- The Strange Origins of American Birthday Celebrations, by Joe Pinsker of The Atlantic
- After all, when did celebrating birthdays become a thing? by Leticia Cezario Santos of The Oakland Post Online
- Spiceology Dry Rub Sampler gift idea
- Episode 8: Managing Sentimental Items
- Episode 18: Creating spaces for Kids
- Episode 33: Finishing and Revising Home Projects
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Ep. 86 | What to do with a Rectangular Room
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Wednesday Mar 06, 2024
Whether the space is long and skinny or wide and shallow, rectangular rooms can be hard to fill and so many people are challenged by the same conundrum. Let's think through rectangular spaces together.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Felt Right Sound deadening wall tiles
- Episode 10: Who is your Home Encouraging you to Become?
- A blog post about scale along with visuals
- Episode 43: Scale and Proportion
- Episode 22: Bathrooms
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Ep. 85 | Making Chores Equitable: They are not all yours
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
Wednesday Feb 28, 2024
When we think about overwhelm or anxiety coming specifically from your home, part of it could be the daily grind of upkeep. As simple as it sounds, we all know, indeed it is not simple but what if there was a tool that could help us handle it better so we can step back and worry less?
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- Learn more about The Skylight Calendar
- Anthony commenting about FOOD on TikTok
- Episode 26: Creating Great Outdoor Spaces
- New York Times: Why Women do the Household Worrying and how to get men to do more of it.
- The Book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance
- Episode 5: The Space that doesn't get Used
- KINDLY leave a REVIEW by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “WRITE A REVIEW” :
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Ep: 84 | A story about Reupholstery & personal growth with The Salvaged Woodshop
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
Wednesday Feb 21, 2024
This episode might be one of my all-time favorites with special Guest Courtney Winstone of The Salvaged Woodshop in the UK. Imagine one episode that somehow discusses personal growth, furniture reupholstering, sustainability, roof replacement and moving to the Philipines all in one story. Buckle up. This is a beautiful journey.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- The Salvaged Wood Shop Instagram / Website
- See the Email Courtney wrote to her family asking for "No More Gifts Please."
- The Association of Master Upholsterers and Soft Furnishers
- Ep. 38: Fire Pits with guest Mike Bertelsen, Founder of Cowboy Cauldron
- Credit “About Intarsia” https://wiseintarsia.com/about-intarsia/
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Ep. 83 | For Sorting thru Things
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Wednesday Feb 14, 2024
Use this Episode to accompany you when you are sorting through things - drawers and clothes, boxes and the bins in the garage. Repeat as often as you need to help you think out loud.
If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
JOIN ME:
~ Get my weekly newsletter "Little Bits of Home Functionality." Intentionally short, you’ll get a video and a thought that poses questions about your space and your reason.
~ On Instagram
~ On Facebook
~ My boards on Pinterest
~ On TikTok
~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com
Sources & Reference———————————————-
- The New Yorker: A Guide to Getting Rid of Almost Everything - sorry, this does require a subscription but it's so good I had to include it!
- Better Homes and Gardens: How to get Rid of Practically Anything
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. “Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.