Home Space and Reason

Episode 25 | Great Curb Appeal

What makes a property universally beautiful and attractive? What does the outside of your home say about you? I love seeing a home that clearly speaks about the kind of people who designed it, created a polished vibe or helped it evolve.  It feels good to be proud of the home you live in and I would love for you to up your curb appeal game to enjoy it WHILE you live there instead of waiting until you are ready to sell to think about it.  Come geek out with me on landscaping, porches, color palettes, Adirondack chairs, and mailboxes and check out my Pinterest board on Curb Appeal for inspiration and join us on the Facebook Group page for more images, links, and a deeper dive. 

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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.

 

Episode 24 | Knobs, Pulls & Handles

What hardware represents you and your aesthetic? Whether you are building a new home from the ground up, remodeling or simply looking to refresh a home that you purchased and therefore didn’t design, “knobs, pulls and handles” are a vast yet fun topic. This podcast has questions you can ask yourself to understand what direction to look when thinking about your aesthetic for choosing knobs, pulls and handles.

If you’d like to hire me as your Home Functionality Coach® or as your Realtor, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  

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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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. A drool-worthy list of online hardware shops so you can peruse until your heart’s content. 
2. Sarah Robertson; Studio Dearborn, StudioDearborn on Instagram / Find her blog HERE. 
3. Book: The Finer Things. Timeless Furniture, Textiles and Details by Christine Lemieux; I quoted Pgs 377, 378: 
4. What is your style?  Decorating Styles Overview by The Spruce.  
5. Cleaning your stove hood filter; tips, how-to, etc.
6. School of Decorating; One woman’s quest for just the right knobs and pulls.
7. A link to the Menotti Porcelain Cabinet Knob that I mentioned. 
8. History of voting in America. 

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.

Episode 23 | At Home during a Crisis

So…you are suddenly stuck at home because your spouse got in a car accident, or your mother-in-law just had knee surgery or a hip replacement so she moved in for a while and can’t walk…so you’ve gotta be home. Now what? Let's talk about things you can do during this time.

This podcast is a place of positivity at your fingertips when that can be hard to find during a time of swirling anxiousness. I think all of us have a desire for comfort and reassurance that everything is going to be ok. You have come to the right place.  This is a positive space for your mind.

What is HAPPENING in your home is very important; including how it functions, how you feel in the space and whether it brings you and your family the support you need during a crisis. 

Did you know that you can hire me no matter where you live? Reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  

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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Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. Apartment Therapy on Target Hygiene in the Home: https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/hand-contact-surfaces-disinfecting-36724372
2. Psychology Today: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-inner-life-students/202003/flexibility-in-the-midst-crisis

 

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.

 

Episode 22 | Bathrooms

Let’s discuss a room we all use every single day:  The Bathroom... ways for it to be more attractive, what new technology is available for bathrooms, things to fix your pet peeves, the possibility of a remodel and staging your bathroom when selling.

If you are thinking of selling, I do online consultations to help you get the most bang for your buck. Click on my website here.

If you're looking for a Realtor in Portland, Oregon and you’d like to hire me, reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  

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:

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~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com 

 

Sources & Reference———————————————-

1. Elle Decor: The most beautiful bathrooms to steal major inspo from
2. House Beautiful: Statistics on how people feel about bathroom renovation 
3. DrainWig Shower Drain Protector and hair catcher 
4. Best Bathroom Towels.
5. The Spruce: Bathroom Tech Innovations 
6. Natural Remedy for Smelly Towels 

 

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.

Episode 21 | What makes people passionate about their homes?

What MAKES PEOPLE PASSIONATE about their homes and what makes a person really love a space? It is surprising to me that so few people really actively love their home with any kind of detectable passion. What is it about the spaces that get used the most that is so different from the spaces that don’t get used at all?  People who are most passionate about their homes... LEARN MORE BY LISTENING!

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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 

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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.

 

Episode 20 | Matchy Matchy isn’t a thing

Matchy Matchy is not a thing anymore.  You probably know this, but the question is; do you know what TO DO about it? The lack of variety in colors, in wood and in textures made spaces flat, lack personality and look entry-level…the opposite of a relaxing, designer abode.  How do you come to a combination of colors in the room that feel good but aren't matchy matchy?  We'll dive into that today.

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Did you know that you can hire me no matter where you live?  Reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com.  

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———————————————-

1. Link to The Complete Color Harmony Pantone Edition, Expert color information for professional results by Leatrice Eiseman, Executive Director Pantone Color Institute

2. Woven Nook pillow COVERS.

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.

Episode 19 | Emotions in your home.

We are all humans filled with glorious emotions of all sorts.  Our homes are where our basic emotions reside.  It’s where your life happens. What emotions are connected to your home? Fear because you are uneasy? Joy because you have filled the home with intention? Sadness because you are lonely?  Disgust because…ew that garbage disposal STINKS!  Trust because you can count on it as a consistent place to hold you?  Let’s dive into the emotions in your home!

Hire me to sell your home and find the next one for you in the greater metro Portland Oregon area; Kristina@spaceandreason.com  

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———————————————-

1. NY Times: When a house is so much more 
2. CityLab: Charting the Emotions of every room in the house
3. INC: 10 Life Changing Questions to ask yourself today 

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

Episode 18 | Creating Spaces for Kids

Creating spaces for our children to thrive in can be key in keeping chaos at bay and encouraging them to feel relaxed, seen, and heard by the way you fill their space. Your choices can support their growing curiosities and enhance their opportunity to learn about themselves and the world. Eliminating mental and physical clutter seems to be the biggest challenge for parents because how many “goodie bags” and cheap items have you brought home from countless birthday parties?  Let’s talk about dealing with all of it.

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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~ Schedule time with me HERE or visit me through my Home Coaching & Real Estate Website www.SpaceAndReason.com 

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1. Dinner without Dread e-course; get dinner on the table every night with less stress.
2. Trofast bins from IKEA
3. Parenting a "Successful" Child / Psychology Today
4. The Science of Childhood / Time Magazine
5. Ottoman that holds stuffed animals by Boon
6. Softclose hardware for cupboards
7. Clear pockets for small toy organizing on the back of bedroom door.
8. Prevent drywall damage from slamming doors with stoppclipp
9. Best Reading Lights
10. Things children need to be happy and successful/ Psychology Today 
11. The reversible mirror/corkboard / Pottery Barn Teen
12. The best reward any parent can give a child or teen. 
13. DIY Shelves for Nurseries and Kids' Rooms
14. Three Lane Lasagna pan: Make three versions at once.

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.

Episode 17 | House Plants

Plants can make a massive difference in the ambiance of your interior, cultivating relaxation and peace. They contribute positively both to our mental health and our physical health. My plant hobby has grown to an all-out obsession these days. But what is interesting is that I began life with a "for-reals" black thumb situation.  Whether you already like plants, you want plants and have never had success, or you never gave house plants a thought, this episode is for you!

Home Functionality Coaching:   I have online consults available for Home Functionality no matter where you live. Reach out to me at Kristina@spaceandreason.com or schedule with me in my Calendly link below.  

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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~ 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———————————————-

1. Watering Bulbs: These "bird" shaped bulbs with the open mouths for adding water is what I have been successfully using in my hanging plants (and in some outdoor plants even for the hottest time of the year.)

2. French lavender (Lavandula dentata) can grow well indoors. They’re not as fragrant as English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), but they are capable of adapting better to indoor environments. Two other good types to consider; Canary Island lavender (Lavandula canariensis) and Fern leaf lavender (Lavandula multifida) which tolerates wet conditions better than other lavenders. <--- I am ordering one today and will update you on how it goes in the Home Space and Reason Group Facebook page (link above!) I’ll be interested to see if I can pull off not just keeping it alive but achieving a bloom and the scent that makes this an ideal concept in theory - but we’ll see if I can pull it off in real life!  Who is up for this light hearted and fun challenge with me?

3. the Ten best plants for cleaning indoor air according to HGTV

4. the W.S.U. study on the impact of indoor plants on our metal health

5. 30 Common Houseplants that are Toxic to Pets by the Farmers Almanac

6. 10 indoor plants toxic to children by Pistils Nursery, a wonderful Portland nursery.

7. The GrowBar 

8. A Smart Plug for your grow lights - Wemo Mini Smart Plug, WiFi Enabled, Works with Alexa, Google Assistant & Apple HomeKit

 

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.

Episode 16 | Bedrooms

Most of us know that getting a good night’s sleep is important, but too few of us actually make our bedrooms and sleep experience a priority. Let’s talk about our bedrooms because the room either support us and our sleep or it hinders it. Close your eyes and think of a hotel suite that you have stayed in and adored. What components light you up?  Let's discuss all the elements of a successful bedroom that's both indulgent and highly functional. See bedroom ideas on my Pinterest board linked below.

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:

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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———————————————-

1. Brooklinen Sheets & more: use promo code HOMESPACE 
2. Sleep Pillow white noise sound app on Apple  and on Androids;
3. The outlet guide lights/ night lights. 
4. The Sleep Foundation: What makes a good night sleep?
5. How much sleep should we be getting based on our age?
6. Rethinking your bedroom after divorce  
7. The New York Magazine The Strategist editors tested Mattresses -
8. Phillips wake up light

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.