One of our favorite things to share on the blog are home tours. We decided to do a little virtual “home tour” with our own team members. So, enjoy these two!

Kathie

How long have you lived in your home?
- almost 10 years

What does "home" mean to you?
- Cozy and comfortable. A place where anyone can come in, drop their coat or bag, have a seat and be at ease.

How would you describe your style of decorating?
-HA! A total mismash! I’ll say “eclectic” : )

Did your style happen organically or was it a process of figuring out what style means to you? Has your style changed over time? Do you have any favorite stores or shops for furniture or home decor?
- My style definitely happened organically. I like older things; antiques, things from my grandparents or my parents, family photos, jewelry or other meaningful objects. I also like books and candles and bright colors and repurposed furniture. I like what I like and I know it when I see it! I enjoy putting a collection of objects together in a way that pleases my eye and warms my heart.

When people come into your home, what do you hope they feel?
- Haha, I think I already answered that in a question above without meaning too.

Do you have a style or home philosophy?
- If something brings me joy (if I like something), it stays!

How is your home an extension of yourself or of your family?
- I am a very friendly, outgoing person and I love it when people feel comfortable and at home in my space.

Do you have a favorite room in your home? A favorite piece of art or piece of furniture?
- My house is small so the main room includes the entryway, the living room/den and dining room (all in a 12x16 space). It is the hub of our home. You can’t get to a different part of the house without going through this space. I love it! It’s comfortable, “lived in” and casual. There is nothing fancy about my house (except for the vintage crystal chandelier in the tiny kitchen)!

What do you love most about your home?
- The thing I love most about my home is it’s cozy yet energetic feel. It’s not a large home so right away when you walk in, it feels intimate, not vast. It also (pre-Covid) was a gathering place for my teenage kids & their friends so it was always bustling with voices, music, calls for snacks & reactions to the latest teen drama! I loved it all & can’t wait for the time when my small house is busting at the seams with energy & activity!!

How would you describe your relationship to your belongings?
- There is very little in my home that doesn’t have a special memory or meaning. I choose to surround myself with things I enjoy or make me feel love or joy or the warm spirit of the past.

What do you love about working with HYD clients?
- I am always so honored/privileged that someone would allow me into their home; their personal, intimate space. I love reinforcing that with taking care in my work and showing the clients that I respect them/their possessions and appreciate their trust. I also really love packing up a good ol’ china cabinet full of breakables! Putting everything from the cabinet into neatly stacked boxes with everything safely packed inside. :)

Kayla L

How long have you lived in your home?
- a little over a year

What does "home" mean to you?
- a place of comfort, peace and people close to me

How would you describe your style of decorating?
- a combo of all depending on the room - is that allowed? :/

Did your style happen organically or was it a process of figuring out what style means to you? Has your style changed over time? Do you have any favorite stores or shops for furniture or home decor?
- I'm just relearning my style. I tend to fit into the space I've been given as opposed to renovating. But, with the new home, I have enjoyed making each room my own.

When people come into your home, what do you hope they feel?
- Relaxed/Comfortable

Do you have a style or home philosophy?
- All to feel welcome!

How is your home an extension of yourself or of your family?
- In one way, we are all about family and relationships- so, we love to host. In another way, you can see what is important in my life by what you find in the home as well.

Do you have a favorite room in your home? A favorite piece of art or piece of furniture?
- More so when complete, but it is my art/office/exercise room. There is and will be many things that express who I am and what is important to me in that room.

What do you love most about your home?
- Relationships and bringing people together

How would you describe your relationship to your belongings?
- I take good care of all things and several hold memories, so they are treated well. I do, however, try to remain distant from all material things because I know they can all be gone in an instant. Also, I love the idea of simplicity.

What do you love about working with HYD clients?
- I love the relationships with the clients, as well as being invited into their homes/lives for a period of time. On another note, I love to help bring peace into their lives, and just HELP in general in any way.