Design your space for connection

photo: @paige_cody

Connecting with others is something we USED TO take for granted. While quarantine video dance parties were fun for a second, there is something about in-person human energy that makes all the difference. Look around. If you are one of those people locked in your home with family, then man o' man, you've got it made. Sick of that crew, are you?

Time to try something new. Create spaces in your home that are made for warm connection. A large coffee table with comfy pillows on the floor makes a great game table. Add some yummy snacks and there you go. Love coffee? A dedicated coffee bar in an unused corner is all the rage. Then hang out with a cup of java, just the two of you.

Don't forget the patio. A well designed outdoor space with a fire pit (Fall) or water feature (Summer) will draw the family together. Create intimate seating areas to encourage deep conversations. Set the stage for connecting with those you love. It is the greatest gift of all.