Creating Coziness

Apr 14, 2015

Betsy Helmuth discusses the benefits of premium membership, shares tips on creating cozy spaces inspired by Starbucks, and offers advice on making short-term apartments feel like home. She also talks about prioritizing rooms on a budget and announces a new YouTube channel and social media pages.

0:00 Premium membership benefits
1:31 Introduction to coziness
2:12 Story about a client in Hoboken
3:32 Translating Starbucks coziness to home
4:46 How to make short-term apartments feel like home
9:43 Sight and making spaces feel like home
10:18 Betsy's personal experience with a new office space
15:03 Prioritizing rooms to decorate on a budget
18:18 Announcing the YouTube channel and social media pages

- Creating a cozy and comfortable home environment can be achieved by focusing on tactile elements like throws and bedding, which add texture and a personal touch.
- Incorporating familiar scents, such as a favorite candle or essential oils, can make temporary living spaces feel more like home.
- When decorating on a budget, prioritize high-traffic areas like the living room, and use affordable items like rugs and plants to quickly transform the space.

Additional show notes:

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