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In this episode of Joy of Home, Paula and Susanna explore the question every homeowner eventually faces: when should you tackle projects yourself, and when is it time to call in the professionals? Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Susanna and Paula sit down without a plan and discover that some of the most meaningful conversations happen that way. They talk about moving house, living with a home before renovating, and how time away can help you fall back in love with the spaces you’ve already created. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Paula shares the story behind her unexpected pause: a long-anticipated holiday that ended on day one with a ruptured Achilles tendon, leading to weeks of forced stillness, recovery, and reflection. Susanna talks about moving into a new house, living through renovation chaos, and slowly finding rhythm while prioritizing family and home. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Paula and Susanna dive into a topic neither of them planned, but one that feels just right: how to romanticise your home and your everyday life. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Paula and Susanna settle into the in-between season: that quiet, reflective moment before Christmas fully arrives. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Susanna and Paula dive into the excitement, quirks, and realities of settling into a new (and very old) home. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Susanna and Paula take on some of the most common interior-design “rules,” from matching wood tones to keeping ceilings white. Spoiler: they don’t believe in most of them. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠⁠ Paula: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠⁠ Podcast: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Paula and Susanna catch up on a major life change: Susanna’s long-awaited move into her new (and very old) dream house. After a 10 month journey filled with delays, lost buyers, questionable estate agents, and one shockingly dirty property handover, Susanna finally settles into a home that feels undeniably “hers.” Connect on Instagram: Susanna: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/⁠ Paula: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/⁠ Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Paula and Susanna discuss essential interior design tricks that can enhance any living space. They cover a variety of topics including the importance of hanging art at eye level, using larger rugs, layering lighting, and a lot more. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Paula and Susanna explore their unique Easter traditions, sharing personal stories and cultural insights from their backgrounds. Links: Listen to our Christmas episode from 2023 with Paula's hilarious carrot story! Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Susanna and Paula discuss the beauty of aging, the importance of self-love, and the shift in the beauty industry towards pro-aging. They explore how social media has influenced representation in advertising, the need for realism in fashion, and the journey of self-acceptance as women age. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Paula and Susanna explore their personal journeys with exercise, discussing the benefits, challenges, and transformations they have experienced over the years. They share anecdotes from their childhood sports experiences, the impact of life changes on their fitness routines, and the importance of finding enjoyable activities to maintain consistency. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Susanna and Paula explore the challenges of making friends as adults, sharing personal experiences and insights. The conversation highlights the significance of shared interests, social media connections, the need for maintenance in friendships, and more! Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today Susanna and Paula discuss the myth of the perfect home, sharing their personal experiences with home life, gardening, and the pressures of social media. They emphasize the importance of comfort and reality over perfection, encouraging listeners to embrace the beauty of their lived-in spaces. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the podcast Paula and Susanna discuss the overwhelming nature of modern life and the importance of embracing a slower pace. They explore the concept of 'doing less' and how societal pressures can lead to a constant state of busyness. They talk about negative space in both life and home decor, advocating for moments of stillness and self-care. Connect on Instagram: Susanna: https://www.instagram.com/shnordic/ Paula: https://www.instagram.com/hillhousevintage/ Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/joyofhome_podcast/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices