What Your Home Style Says About You

You can learn a lot about someone just by stepping inside their home.

Some spaces are calm and intentional. Every piece is carefully chosen. Nothing feels extra. Others are layered and alive, filled with books, art, and the kind of curiosities that make you want to ask, "What's the story here?"

Most of us land somewhere in between. A little tidy, a little lived-in. Some corners feel pulled from a magazine. Others, not so much. And that's the beauty of it.

Our homes reflect how we live, what we love, and what helps us feel at ease.

It's not about taste or trends. It's about personality.

Let’s take a look at a few common home styles and what they might be saying about you.

The Minimalist

Your space is calm, clear, and intentional.

If someone had to describe your home in one word, it would probably be “peaceful.” You gravitate toward neutral colors, clean lines, and open surfaces. There’s no visual noise, and that’s on purpose.

Your style says: You like order. You’re sensitive to clutter. You’d rather have a few things you love than a lot of things you sort of like. Home, for you, is where you reset.

When it comes to hosting, you’re more likely to light a candle and open a bottle of wine than plan a themed dinner party. You’re low-key. You think better when the environment is quiet. Your living room likely has a favorite chair, and it’s probably the one no one else is allowed to sit in.

🎧 For the vibe:
JG Shadid - The Art of Speaking Softly
Piano-forward, ambient, and intentional. Music that invites stillness. 

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The Maximalist

Your space is expressive, layered, and full of stories.

If your walls could talk, they’d have plenty to say. Maybe there’s artwork picked up on a trip, or mismatched bookshelves overflowing with novels and photo albums. Your home feels lived in, and in the best way.

Your style says: You care more about meaning than minimalism. You surround yourself with things that make you feel something—color, texture, memory. You like a little bit of chaos, as long as it’s your kind.

Hosting for you usually includes a playlist, a new recipe, and just a little last-minute cleanup. You’re generous with your space. Your home feels like an extension of who you are.

🎧 For the vibe:
All the Vibes – Spotify
Unexpected, vibrant, genre-blurring. The sonic version of a collected home. 

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Somewhere In Between

Your space is cozy, functional, and always evolving.

You appreciate aesthetics, but you’re not trying to win any design awards. You want your space to work—for mornings, for movie nights, for laundry days. Maybe you’ve got a few things you splurged on and a few things you’ve had forever. It’s not curated exactly, but it’s yours.

Your style says: You like things to feel nice, but also real. You’re not into extremes. You’ll try a trend if it fits, but you’re not chasing them. Your home has changed as your life has changed, and you’re okay with that.

You probably rotate pillows seasonally. You know which drawer the batteries are in. You’ve thought about painting the hallway but haven’t gotten around to it yet. You care, but not too much. And that’s exactly why people feel at home when they walk through the door.

🎧 For the vibe:
This is Mulatu Astatke - Spotify
Ethiopian jazz, warm percussion, and timeless groove. Sophisticated but low-key, like a home that’s collected over time—not curated all at once. Easygoing and upbeat with just enough edge—like your favorite throw blanket and a great conversation.

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Style ≠ Staging (And That’s Okay)

If you’re thinking about selling even months or years from now it’s worth knowing that the way you live in a home and the way you sell it aren’t always the same.

That doesn’t mean you need to hide your style or pack everything up. It just means making small changes to help a buyer see the space clearly. Sometimes that means removing distractions. Other times it means leaning into what already works—the natural light, the flow, the way the rooms invite people in.

Curious how your style shows up in your space or what a buyer might notice first?

We’re happy to take a look and offer honest, thoughtful feedback. Whether you’re ready to move or just thinking ahead, sometimes it helps to get a fresh set of eyes on your home.

If You’re Staying Put...

Then this is just a reminder to look at your space a little differently. Our homes reflect us in ways we don’t always see. Paying attention to those small details can help you appreciate where you live—and why it feels like home.