FINDING YOURSELF AT HOME – CREATING A SANCTUARY IN DIFFICULT TIMES
Life has a way of surprising us. There are the moments we celebrate, and then there are the ones that stop us in our tracks. It’s in those trickier times—separation, loss, or simply feeling adrift—that the role of our home becomes more than functional. It becomes essential.
Our homes aren’t just places where we live; they are spaces that reflect us, hold us, and can even help us heal. This is something I experienced first-hand during my own separation—a time when I had to find my way again, both in life and within my surroundings.
HOW MY HOME SUPPORTED ME
After my separation, I stayed in the family home. It was a space full of memories but also an empty canvas. I needed it to feel like mine, somewhere I could begin to heal.
Without realising it at the time, I started to rebuild through design. I leaned into colours that felt nurturing—rich autumnal tones that brought warmth and grounding. These weren’t aesthetic choices for anyone else; they were deeply personal. They offered me the comfort I craved and the energy I lacked.
It’s incredible how our environments can mirror our emotions. A client once told me: “When my space feels off, so do I.” That resonated deeply. Sometimes, taking control of our surroundings can be the first step in finding balance during chaotic times.
