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Since 1993, we've been chatting about your favorite place - your home! Building YOUR perfect nest is something we take very seriously, so pull up a (stylish) seat and let's talk........

Color Cues from the Backyard: Hydrangeas and Home Design

Color Cues from the Backyard: Hydrangeas and Home Design

Each summer, Wisconsin yards burst into bloom—and hydrangeas take center stage. Their lime-tinged blossoms and lush, leafy greens inspired this fresh, layered paint palette that feels calm, collected, and full of life.

 

Feats of Carpentry, for a Custom Banquette Solution

Feats of Carpentry, for a Custom Banquette Solution

Maximizing space in a kitchen requires a strategic approach, and a banquette with built-in storage is an ideal solution to make the most of every inch. Here's a detailed description of how to create an efficient and stylish kitchen with a space-saving banquette.
Blue & White Moments: Effortless Entertaining at Home

Blue & White Moments: Effortless Entertaining at Home

There’s something timeless and calming about blue and white. It brings to mind breezy summer days, fresh linens, and the kind of slow, meaningful gatherings that feel just right. For our home-loving hostess—who finds peace in staying in, creating beautiful moments for her family and friends—these blue and white accessories are everything.

Refreshing a Kitchen to Allow for Family, Friends and even Furry Friends

Refreshing a Kitchen to Allow for Family, Friends and even Furry Friends

An unused screened porch, a disproportionate pantry and disfunctional garage entrance all needed to be working harder in this home.  The porch, the pantry and the garage hallway were all taking up valuable space, but not increasing the function or flow in this hard-working area.
Fresh Front Door Colors

Fresh Front Door Colors

Welcoming guests at your front door, is the easiest way to set the tone for your home.  Does your front door need a little freshening?  We've compiled our three favorite, classic colors.
Modern Botanical Artwork:  A Classic Twist

Modern Botanical Artwork: A Classic Twist

Step into a sanctuary of warmth and comfort where every detail whispers serenity and style. Our sun-drenched family room is a haven of light and tranquility, perfectly designed for moments of togetherness and relaxation.
Vintage Touches, Modern Moments: A Table That Tells a Story

Vintage Touches, Modern Moments: A Table That Tells a Story

There’s something sacred about setting a table with intention. At A Nested Home, we believe in creating moments—not just meals—and this tablescape is a gentle invitation to gather close, linger long, and celebrate the art of togetherness.

 

Televison Tips!  How to Easily Integrate Large Televisons into your Living Spaces

Televison Tips! How to Easily Integrate Large Televisons into your Living Spaces

Televisions just keep getting bigger, and manufacturers keep obliging with larger and larger units offered each year.  A television that displays artwork when it is “off” is a great way to integrate larger televisions into your primary living spaces.  These types of televisions are a Designer’s best friend!  Integrating a Frame-style TV into your home involves utilizing its unique design features to blend it seamlessly with your personal decor. Here's how you can do it easily:
Paint Color Favorites for 2024

Paint Color Favorites for 2024

 Paint in 2024 is all about personality-packed spaces!  Neutral has a time and a place, and this year is all about stepping beyond neutrals into your own style to create...
Sophisticated & Soothing Blush Bedroom

Sophisticated & Soothing Blush Bedroom

Creating a pink, soothing bedroom with modern art, neutral furniture, and an overall ambiance of a peaceful retreat involves a delicate balance of color, texture, and design. Here's a detailed description to capture the essence of this tranquil and modern sanctuary.
Fresh Primary Suite: Cozying Up in Colorful  Style

Fresh Primary Suite: Cozying Up in Colorful Style

Time to freshen up the spaces where we retreat and recharge! Often our bedrooms are the last places in our homes to get a little attention.  
Our bedrooms are often just for us, not for the rest of our families, so we tend to de-prioritize the design of those rooms over more public spaces.
Lake House Guest Room: Room for a Crowd

Lake House Guest Room: Room for a Crowd

Wisconsin cabins and cottages are always favorite gathering spots for generations of families, and this one was no exception.  With beautiful lake views, and tons of fun water activities, these unique properties are a perennial draw.  
Older structures like these don't typically have large bedrooms, and clients are always looking for ways to get room for more beds for family and friends.  We wanted to infuse this space with function and warmth, but still make it feel like it has always been this way....