Fall is a popular time of year. Many people enjoy the cool weather, quiet, cozy evenings, and ongoing hosting. I'm not overtly into Fall decor like pumpkins and gourds, but I am finding exciting ways to create a warm space for guests in my new home.

I spent the beginning of this year with my creativity. It was bliss to reconnect with my pigments and fall into a friendly routine of discipline. Writing my new book, A Geology of Color gifted me so many beautiful things but I also deeply missed the familiarity of my artwork.

When you display art in just the right nook or cranny it can transform the entire mood of a space. Imagine bringing warmth into every corner of your home cherishing a well-lived space that feels cozy. It might be obvious to hang art above your sectional in the living room or above your nightstand in your bedroom, but your home holds a plethora of other spaces you can dress with artwork for your home for a more modern comfort home.

Decorating a home is personal. You connect with the soul of a house and impart your own personal beauty to bring you joy. Home colors drastically change the look and feel of living space. With a little intention behind the color palettes you choose for you your home, you can bring warmth and comfort into all corners of your home.

Rest can bring a busy mind a bit of peace in the midst of turmoil. It’s underrated and undervalued. Throughout your week, there are a couple easy ways you can slowly incorporate a little bit of rest into your daily routine. They are simple changes and can be incorporated daily, weekly, or even monthly.

I love getting a fresh new home inspired catalog in the mail. It always inspires my intentional living space and also gives me new ideas for displaying original art. I am not a fan of trends, but instead love spotting timeless ideas in fresh perspectives, and there are so many goods ones this season!

Becoming an art collector is a process that will reflect personal expression and help you create a warm and intentional living space. When you purchase an original art piece there are a couple things you should consider.

Creating an intentional living space is all about building a place where you can feel warmth indefinitely. These spaces often excite all your senses as you find rest + relaxation. With a moment of reflection (and possibly a touch of rearranging) your can transform your home into a meaningful space. Below are 5 guidelines I love considering when creating an intentional living space in my own home.

The beauty of rest + relaxation is the endless idea that you can define slow living by the lifestyle you desire. Your busy mind can plague you with questions like, is it good to relax, why do we need rest, is it important to rest? As summer approaches and vacations weigh heavily on your minds, the time to slow down is quickly approaching. Practicing rest + relaxation ideas is important, so take full advantage of each opportunity.

The art of slow living is a movement that encourages mindfulness; it creates a lifestyle to appreciate the little details around you and counteract your obsession with speed. Often times, the idea of slow living or finding time for rest + relaxation can feel intimidating, but there are simple ways you can begin to build a slow lifestyle for yourself. Below are a few tips on how you can begin to step into the slow living movement graciously.