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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.
Episodes
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
Wednesday Jan 13, 2021
In this mini episode, I will talk about the conundrum of choosing flooring. Whether you are building a home, remodeling many rooms or simply updating the flooring in one room, there are many good questions to ask yourself about your space and your reason.
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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———————————————-
Episode 43: Scale and choosing Art for your Walls
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.
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Walking through some condos recently with a buyer got me thinking about creativity and how you can explore the creative side of yourself at home. Some think you have to be an artist to be creative, when in fact, that isn’t true at all. Music and cooking, candle making, and gardening are all ways to explore creativity at home. This episode explores what it means to be creative within the walls of your home as well as using creative decision-making to morph your home into a true expression of those living there.
If you didn’t start listening to 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———————————————-
- Understanding the Meaning of Creativity by MarthaStewart .com
- Adversity and the Creative Mind by Psychology Today
- Creative Confidence, by Tom and David Kelley.
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 Dec 02, 2020
Wednesday Dec 02, 2020
This is a parallel story about Jessica Dudley and her health and home journeys. It’s a fascinating and educational story filled with ups and downs, wallpaper and mold, hope, and satisfaction. Her health journey started when she was 18 years old but as a remodeler of historic homes, this is also a story about creating a home for healing. See the supporting VIDEO on YouTube.
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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———————————————-
- Jessica Dudley’s Instagram Accounts: ThankfulBungalow and EDSinspired
- Jessica Dudley’s Blog Thankful Bungalow
- Psychology Today: Self Compassion and Meditation can yield better mental health
- 8 places you might find mold from AllergyAndAir.com
Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. "Create a Home that Thrives" is a registered Trademark of Kristina Browning.
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Wednesday Nov 25, 2020
Should you decorate your tree traditionally this year or try something unique? What kind of live tree should you choose? How much space do you have for your tree? This episode is all about choosing the right Christmas tree for your home and includes 8 non-traditional color ideas for decorating your tree.
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If you didn’t start listening at Episode 1, I invite you to start from the beginning. There are too many jewels to miss.
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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———————————————-
- Farmers Almanac; Best day to cut the Tree.
- Bob Vila; How to make a tree last longer
- Better Homes and Gardens; How to Choose the Best Live Christmas Tree.
- Better Homes and Gardens; 7 Best Christmas Tree Types to Deck the Halls with this Year
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.
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Tuesday Oct 20, 2020
Did you know that you can hire me no matter where you live? If you are stuck on one particular area of your home, I have online consults available to help you with your space and reasoning. If you live in the Portland, Oregon area and you’d like to hire me as your Realtor, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com. The finest compliment I could ever receive is the confidence of your referral.
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———————————————-
- Links to all the candles mentioned.
- Link to book I quoted “The Elements of a Home: Curious Histories behind Everyday Household Objects” by Amy Azzarito **Makes a wonderful gift!
- Martha Stewart: Instructions how to make your own candles
- List of the best candle subscriptions by The Spruce.com
- A foolproof guide to burning a candle correctly.
- Candles.org Selecting candles, based on their scent or fragrance, can be a great way to improve your mood, reduce anxiety, and even combat fatigue or loneliness. What scents to try.
- Luminary Loppet event information in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Credit to Medium.com and the article by Chris Ashby from which I read today’s actionable steps. How to write your own mantra.
- Oprah’s list of Best Soy Candles.
- Kristen Bell has a favorite brand called Preemptive Love which was written about in The Strategist in December of 2018. “Preemptive Love is a business that really warms my heart. All of the products are made by Syrian and Iraqi refugees who are working to rebuild their lives and provide for their families. They make the most delicious-smelling candles and soaps, plus super comfy sweatshirts. I have one of their candles in every room of my house. I tend to buy a bunch of them at once and give them to all my friends. These women are strong, powerful, and unbelievably resilient. I am in complete awe of their ability to shed the past and focus on the future. Every time I burn one of their candles, it’s a reminder of the fortitude of the human spirit.”
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.
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
I recently received a text from a good friend of mine that read “What are your thoughts on brightly colored dishes?" to which my answer was “there is actually a lot of psychology behind this and I should do a whole episode just on this question!” So here we are talking about all the subliminal stuff that can enhance the dining experience.
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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———————————————-
- NPR: Food Psychology: How To Trick Your Palate Into A Tastier Meal
- Tasting Table: The Basic White Restaurant Plate Has Met Its Match
- Fast Company: How to Plate Food like a 3-star Michelin Chef
- The Kitchn .com: 6 helpful things to consider when shopping for new dishes
- The Washington Post: The best white dishes, according to tastemakers
- The Stay at Home Chef, Rachel Farnsworth: Instagram and YouTube channel
- The book: The Perfect Meal - The Multisensory Science of Food and Dining - by Charles Spence
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.
Monday Sep 21, 2020
Monday Sep 21, 2020
Understanding Scale, Proportion and how to choose Art for your Wall can feel complicated. If you know your room just doesn’t feel right but you can’t put your finger on why, it might be because of Scale. Let’s learn more about these things and I’ll even include 20 ideas of what to put on your wall. Different ways to listen:
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———————————————-
- Picture Rails by Bob Vila
- West Elm laser-cut cork tiles
- Samsung TV that looks like art called The Frame
- Industrial Wall Clocks by Schoolhouse
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.
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Monday Sep 14, 2020
Oh, the choices! From vintage doorbells to smart connected versions, your values and taste should be taken into consideration when making a decision. Right along with doorbells, you should consider door handles and therefore locks since they all hang out on the same part of your entry. Let’s talk about all the reasons you might consider one over the other.
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———————————————-
- Episode 24 about Knobs, Pulls & Handles
- Best Smart Doorbells by New York Times
- History of the Doorbell by curbed.com
- Consumer Reports Door Lock Buying Guide
- Blue by ADT
- Spore Doorbells and Chimes
- Rejuvenation vintage replica doorbells
- House of Antique Hardware door hardware
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.
Monday Aug 24, 2020
Monday Aug 24, 2020
A front doormat is one of the first lines of defense against bringing dirt, pollen, germs, and other pollutants into your home but what does yours say about you? Does it thoughtfully complement the aesthetic of your entire home? Does it speak about the people who live there and their values or taste? What is the reason behind your choice? Do you want to make people laugh or embrace the mid-century modern vibe based on the architecture of your home? Let’s talk about Front Door Mats!
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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———————————————-
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.
Monday Aug 17, 2020
Monday Aug 17, 2020
There are few things in life as nostalgic as sitting around an open fire on a crisp, starry night sharing stories, watching the smoke rise, passing a ukulele around, and listening to the crackle of the wood ablaze. If you’ve considered adding one to your yard, let’s deep dive into size, aesthetics, functionality, and portability with special guest Mike Bertelsen, founder of Cowboy Cauldron. From tiny spaces to luxurious resorts, there’s a fire pit with your name on it.
**Don't forget to leave a review by simply clicking here and scrolling to the bottom until you see “WRITE A REVIEW”
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———————————————-
- Sophisticated Versions of S’mores.
- Learn more about the estate at Mt. Vernon and tour the home virtually
- Book: the Social Conquest of Earth by Edward. O. Wilson winner of the Pulitzer Prize: https://www.amazon.com/Social-Conquest-Earth-Edward-Wilson/dp/0871403633
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.