Episode 13 | Creating Spaces for Gathering & Connection

Creating spaces specifically for successful gatherings & connection can mean both hosting a large celebratory bash but it can also mean simply having one other dear person over for quality time without the planning and the fuss. 

How do you shape your living room, your backyard, your family room, and your dining room to allow your social relationships to flourish? 

Create an atmosphere that is warm, relaxed, friendly, close, comfortable and welcoming. Let's talk about how...

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Sources———————————————-

1. Link to Artisans Arthropods on Etsy.
2. Dr. Doreen Dodgen-Magee is the author of "Deviced!  Balancing Life and Technology in a digital world." 
3. Crokinole on Amazon LINK HERE.
4. Article in The Cut: There's a scientific reason why fires are so romantic. 
5. Info about / and photos of the hammock cabana I designed.
6. Article in Psychology Today: Why we like to sit in a defined space where we can see.
7. How to play Crokinole; watch this YouTube video.
8. Ideal Living Room layout measurements by Apartment Therapy.  
9. Creating great lighting for your gatherings by Apartment Therapy. 
10. Link to mini chalkboard stands that can be used for every gathering for a zillion reasons.
11. Article on NBC News: In good company: why we need other people to be happy. 

SOUND CREDITS //

1. Some ambient sounds from http://www.freesound.org/people/klankbeeld/
2. Some music licensed through Pond5

Legal Disclosure: Kristina Browning is a licensed Realtor in the State of Oregon with 503 Properties. Home Functionality Coach” and "Create a Home that Thrives" are registered Trademarks of Kristina Browning.