Create a home that feels authentically you
Finally feel at home in the Bay Area. Our step-by-step guide transforms confusion into confidence, helping you create spaces that reflect your unique story.
What’s included in the expat’s home guide
Get the insider secrets to making your new Bay Area space feel like home:
Fast home assessment checklist to identify your space’s potential
Personal heritage integration strategies that honor your roots
Quick comfort wins for immediate transformation
Bay Area-specific connection resources and community tips
Expert design insights from 15 years of international experience
Actionable steps you can start implementing today
Get instant access and begin your home transformation journey today.
Who is this expat home guide for?
This guide is perfect for expats and global families who’ve recently moved to the Bay Area and feel overwhelmed by creating a home that reflects their identity.
Whether you’re struggling to blend your cultural pieces with California’s casual aesthetic, feeling lost about where to start decorating, or simply want your new house to feel like the sanctuary you left behind, this guide provides the clarity you need.
It’s designed for busy professionals and families who want practical, actionable steps that honor their heritage while embracing their new Bay Area lifestyle. No design experience required, just a desire to create a space that feels like the home you left behind.
What you’ll gain from this expat home guide
Skip the overwhelm
Learn proven strategies to blend your cultural pieces with Bay Area aesthetics. Create a home that celebrates your roots while embracing your new California lifestyle, no compromising required.
Honor your heritage
Stop second-guessing every design decision. Get clear, actionable steps that eliminate confusion and help you create a cohesive space that feels intentionally beautiful, not accidentally assembled.
Feel settled faster
Transform your house into a sanctuary in weeks, not months. Our step-by-step approach helps you prioritize what matters most, so you can focus on building your new life instead of stressing about your space.
What our clients say
Meet fellow expat Merav Frenkel
As an expat herself, Merav Frenkel intimately understands the challenge of creating home in unfamiliar places. Having moved from Israel to New York, Hong Kong, and finally the Bay Area, she combines 15 years of interior design expertise with authentic expat experience to help fellow global families transform their houses into spaces that truly feel like home.
FAQs
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Is this guide really free?
Yes, completely free with no hidden costs or requirements. Simply download and start transforming your space today.
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Do I need design experience to use this guide?
Not at all. This guide is written for beginners with simple, step-by-step instructions anyone can follow.
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Will this work if I’m renting my Bay Area home?
Absolutely. All strategies focus on non-permanent solutions perfect for renters who want to personalize their space.
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How long does it take to see results?
You can implement the first comfort steps within hours, with most people feeling significantly more settled within 2-3 weeks.
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What if my cultural style doesn’t match California aesthetics?
That’s exactly what this guide addresses. You’ll learn proven strategies to blend any cultural background with Bay Area living.
