<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Elements]]></title><description><![CDATA[Curated home décor, apparel, gifts, vintage finds, custom furniture and creative experiences in Downtown Lake Orion.]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:05:56 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.elementslakeorion.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[The End of Disposable Living: Investing in Furniture That Matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[The End of Disposable Living Somewhere along the way, furniture became temporary. Fast furniture. Flat-pack everything. Pieces that look good for a season—but don’t last through real life. And while convenience has its place, it’s also created a cycle of replacing, re-buying, and settling for less than what our homes deserve. At Haven Clear, we believe your home should be built with intention. Every piece should have purpose. And the furniture you bring in should feel like it belongs—not just...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/the-end-of-disposable-living-investing-in-furniture-that-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e23a8cc4c584cedb07b717</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:07:46 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_b01a27786c90453296d85e1735555571~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Little Girl’s Haven: Designing Calm, Happy Spaces Where Children Can Bloom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Yesterday was one of those projects that reminds us exactly  why Haven Clear exists. We had the pleasure of working with a brand-new client on a re-organization, refresh and design-inspiration session for her adorable 6 year old step-daughter’s bedroom —the very first space on a list of upcoming home projects we’ll be helping with. And what a beautiful place to begin. From the moment we arrived, it was clear this room mattered. Even more special? A,  our sweet 6-year-old client, was home and...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/a-little-girl-s-haven-designing-calm-happy-spaces-where-children-can-bloom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6978d1f6d60ce703e8289b10</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:40:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_286e2771d04444e5a729dbcb484dbc38~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Decorating Through the Seasons: Nostalgia, Joy &#38; Celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Holiday Decor does not have to be over the top to make a space festive There’s something magical about opening that box of holiday...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/decorating-through-the-seasons-nostalgia-joy-celebration</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68cd8fd7e4f4a67f90e21fc2</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Sep 2025 17:52:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_15d2007d866f4d56aa17c933fda8e947~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dopamine Decorating: Designing Your Space for Happiness]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the things I love most about design is that it’s never just one thing . I’ve always enjoyed exploring all different arenas of...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/dopamine-decorating-designing-your-space-for-happiness</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68c469a8a50789df735da49d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 12 Sep 2025 18:50:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_09125f728f4446b68e7e98b3d1f28105~mv2.avif/v1/fit/w_1000,h_730,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[My 30-Year Design Journey: From Studio Art to Haven Clear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Design has been the thread running through my life for more than three decades. My journey began at Oakland University, where I immersed...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/my-30-year-design-journey-from-studio-art-to-haven-clear</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bde7d8cb0467d4eabd5860</guid><pubDate>Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:44:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_ce0d4239a34d4fe189cf2a7eef29748a~mv2.webp/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Is It Time to Let Go?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Making Space for What Truly Matters We all have items in our homes that carry memories—some joyful, some heavy. But over time, the things...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/when-is-it-time-to-let-go</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6887d5876ab2534c7b0bc170</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Jul 2025 19:57:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_f0ede28faadf45e2bd60575dcf7b6dd5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_736,h_640,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bringing Nature Inside: The Art of Soothing Spaces with Soul]]></title><description><![CDATA[n a fast-paced world that rarely slows down, our homes can offer something modern life doesn’t: peace. More and more, we're craving...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/bringing-nature-inside-the-art-of-soothing-spaces-with-soul</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687acd1297cd80436ec6d66a</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jul 2025 22:54:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_332226136d0a475bb03166d392de4745~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_600,h_450,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Clearing the Clutter: Creating a Space That Supports Your Well-Being]]></title><description><![CDATA[We all know what it feels like to walk into a room and feel… heavy. Maybe it’s the pile in the corner you’ve been meaning to deal with...]]></description><link>https://www.elementslakeorion.com/post/clearing-the-clutter-creating-a-space-that-supports-your-well-being</link><guid isPermaLink="false">686d0425d3d3fe7417acdb98</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:48:34 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/28b0a0_88ca74d77edd46bda6e844dfd6dfdc09~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_612,h_408,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Bonnie Blais</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>