We love visiting homes with a story, and this time was no exception. With the beginning of spring, Natália Pažická, a Slovak greenfluencer, part of the Forbes 30 under 30 list, and founder of an initiative, welcomed us into her home.
Among other places, she has lived in Prague and Amsterdam, but today we visited her in her new apartment in Bratislava. In such a short time, Natália has managed to incorporate not only practicality and taste into her home but also, and most importantly, an emphasis on durable materials.
You've spent the last few months creating a new "home" where you invited us. Do you already feel "at home" here?
It was love at first sight. When I first walked into this apartment, I said out loud, "This one is beautiful." Even so, I thought it would take me a while to get used to the new place, but in the end, it happened right away. Perhaps it's because it's a new build. I feel like the apartment has no history. And I like that. It's like a new and clean canvas that we can furnish however we like.
Currently, you commute between a temporary home in Prague and your new apartment in Bratislava, where we are now. What exactly is the essence of home for you?
The essence of home is my boyfriend. It's about having each other. We've lived together for a long time in several apartments in Amsterdam. And my boyfriend has always made a home out of that place for me. alt="" src="https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0927/6765/0123/files/blog_NaNavsteveUNataliePazicke_2.webp?v=1753774431">
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You designed the interior of the apartment and got help with the fixed foundations from a carpenter, such as wardrobes, kitchen, etc. I handled the furniture and similar interior furnishings with my boyfriend.
And what about your partner? Did you agree on everything when building your home, or was there a stumbling block somewhere?
We agree on everything, so it was the same here. (laughs) It came very naturally; I was in charge of research and proposals because we've been together for almost a decade and know each other's taste very well.
Your apartment is full of practical yet incredibly stylish solutions. Your storage spaces are ingenious. Where did you draw your inspiration from?
I found all these practical solutions in a very well-known place – Pinterest. (laughs) I drew inspiration from there for many things.
Can you tell us why?
I wanted a bright apartment. As soon as there was even a single black element, it would be an eyesore. It would disrupt the delicacy I was aiming for. We already have enough black in our wardrobes as people; I wanted to avoid it in the apartment, and I succeeded.
In three words, how would you describe your apartment?
Joy, peace, love.
How often do you change, move, or relocate things in the apartment?
We don't change anything at all – everything there has gone through very thorough research. For me, sustainability was mainly about not buying unnecessary things. I love every single piece in that apartment, and I believe it will serve us for a very long time.
Which piece for the apartment did you search for the longest? And what do you have the strongest emotional connection to?
I think I searched for every piece for quite a long time. Not so much searched, but selected. For example, with the sofa, I knew I had to see it and sit on it before we ordered it, so we went to Vienna twice for that until we decided. Things that couldn't be found, I decided not to buy until I found the right ones. For example, a vase – I waited about half a year for the right one.
Could you give us tips on a few favorite home brands?
Definitely the Hay brand. I love their functional design combined with vibrant colors. Also, the Czech brand Sosone, which also has beautiful functional design, and everything comes from their workshop in Zlín.
What would you no longer want to live without?
A dishwasher. Definitely. We have a beautiful relationship; I often thank it for its existence. (laughs)
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Sustainability is one of your most important life values. Was this reflected in your home?
When we started furnishing, I had a big internal struggle for a while – I had never bought so many things and materials in my life. That's why I wanted to furnish the apartment to accurately reflect what we like. We didn't buy anything as temporary that we would soon replace. We preferred to be without it for a while. Quality pieces, timeless design, and most importantly, carefully considering whether we truly need each item. I also tried to address the material itself, but it wasn't possible for everything - and besides, what is an ideal material today? Everything has its footprint, so shopping thoughtfully is key.
Do you have any proven tips for a more sustainable home that our followers might find useful?
Take your time to decide. You don't have to have everything in your apartment within 48 hours. We slept on every purchase – even for a week – until we were truly sure it was the right piece and that it would really suit our apartment. But since I know myself and my shopping behavior very well (thanks to years of conscious practice), for example, our table was simply love at first sight. I immediately knew it was made for us. What do you think makes every space cozy? For me, however, they are dust traps and visual clutter. In my apartment, I wanted to achieve a space where we could focus on our work, because both my boyfriend and I work a lot from home. This way, I feel that our apartment breathes and I feel great peace in it.
From Natália and her space, one can only feel pure kindness, positive energy, and a sense of design.
And what should everyone have at home?
A projector. (laughs) It's one of those things that serves me well in the apartment. I was very surprised how much better it is than a classic television.
What is your favorite Lejaan product?
And what Lejaan item are you currently eyeing?
I already have everything I need from Lejaan. We have (for some, maybe "only") two sets of bedding – one goes to the wash, the other is put on. That's enough for us. Every single item from Lejaan brings us joy and serves us well – we don't want to accumulate excess.
If you could order any custom product from Lejaan, what would you choose?
A blanket. A blanket is probably the last thing for our apartment that we still don't have. To this day, none have met my requirements. class="">
Natália reflected not only herself but also her passion for sustainability in her new home.
My favorite ritual is…
Breakfast with my boyfriend. He makes breakfast for us, and we always have it together. He wakes up earlier, makes breakfast, wakes me up, and we eat breakfast together. Only then does our day begin.
My favorite place in the apartment is…
It changes for me, but right now, every time I enter the bathroom, I tell myself how much I like it. (laughs)
Viktor Frešo, and most recently from Míša Červená.
At home, I prefer to wear…
Old "at-home" clothes. I don't like throwing away clothes, so some of my items are easily 12 years old.
When someone visits for the first time, they are always surprised that…
We always prepare food, dessert, and homemade kombucha. I like good food and I enjoy it with people I like.
Shower or bath?
Bath
night owl?
Night owl.
Sleeping under the stars or in a luxury hotel?
I'm afraid of ticks, so in a hotel. (laughs) But I prefer Airbnbs.
Old second-hand items, or new ones?
Oh dear. I love a combination of both.
Minimalism, or maximalism?
Minimalism.
Perfect order, or creative chaos?
I am chaos, but I try to be order. at a party, or in bed?
Both have their charm.
Morning coffee or tea?
Tea.
Single-colored bed, or Mix & Match?
Visually Mix & Match, but from a practical point of view, a single color is my choice.
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