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As the fall season deepens, we crave warmth and order in our homes. Yet, with the daily demands of life, our spaces often turn chaotic. I know this feeling all too well. Years ago, with a newborn, preschooler, and school-age child, my family room—a tiny space right off the kitchen—felt like a battleground of Fisher-Price […]

Quick Decluttering: Organize your room with the Ski Slope Method

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This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

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DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

This sleek kitchen makes use of additional light
and textured tile to create real impact in a small space.

featured HOME THERAPY story

DESIGN

Living room with swivel chairs for a connected family space

Creating a home that truly aligns with your Core Desire is about more than just aesthetics; it’s a pathway to greater well-being and functionality. When your environment reflects what you truly need—whether it’s connection, tranquility, or energy—you’re setting yourself up for a space that supports your daily life, reduces stress, and enhances your ability to […]

7 Practical Tips to Align Your Home with Your Core Desire

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Have you ever felt that something just isn’t quite right in your home, even after you’ve decorated and organized? You’re not alone. Many of us try to improve our spaces with new furniture, a fresh coat of paint, or the latest design trends, but we often overlook a fundamental step: understanding our Core Desire. In […]

Discover Your Core Desire: Create a Supportive Home

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Imagine stepping onto the set of the Drew Barrymore Show, nerves tingling with excitement as you prepare to share your passion with millions. That’s exactly where I found myself, ready to discuss my book, Home Therapy, with the effervescent Drew Barrymore herself. The anticipation was electric, knowing that Drew’s love for both home decor and […]

Transforming Homes, Nurturing Minds: My Appearance on the Drew Barrymore Show

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Join Anita Yokota in another captivating episode of Home Therapy as she unveils the inspiring journey of Grace and Owen, a couple on the cusp of their 50th birthdays, who embarked on a transformative home renovation adventure. Beyond mere aesthetics, Anita delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of the renovation process, highlighting the profound […]

Renovation Revelation: A Birthday Gift of Home Therapy

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Kitchen functionality should be the number one consideration when designing your kitchen space, especially if you like to cook your own meals evert day. In this episode of Home Therapy, Anita engages in a delightful conversation about kitchen functionality and other interesting topics with Chef Claudia Sandoval. Chef Claudia is a culinary virtuoso born and […]

Culinary Wisdom: Enhancing Kitchen Functionality and Family Influence With Chef Claudia Sandoval

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  Home DIY often sounds like a scary thing, especially for women who were conditioned to view these things as the domain of men. But once you overcome that fear of messing up and really embrace the messiness of the process, you will eventually get to the point of using your creativity to level up […]

Empowering DIY: Breaking Perfection And Elevating Home Creativity With DIY Designer Cara Newhart

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Building a home is not all about aesthetics. By understanding your unique design identity, you can turn your personal space into a happy and harmonious place that truly resonates with you. In this solo episode, Anita Yokota explains how to strategically design a beautiful home that captures and expresses your authentic self, all while effectively […]

How To Discover Your Unique Design Identity

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You’d be forgiven if you’re more than slightly wary about adding colors to your home because it’s all too easy to go overboard. But there is a cohesive way to do it, and it will most definitely change your life. Brittany Jepsen, the creative force behind The House That Lars Built, is an expert at […]

Colorful Home Bliss: Expert Tips for Vibrant Decor with Designer Brittany Jepsen

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Nothing brings a home back to life faster than a can of paint! Sorting through a million swatches can be daunting, but I’ve got a shortcut for you: my all-time favorite shades of blue & green to revitalize any space. 

My free guide to the best blue and green paint colors 

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