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666: Inside Our Groundbreaking Low-Tox Dream Home

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Aug 6, 2025

Nick Broadhurst, a co-host and visionary behind a low-tox dream home, teams up with designer Matthew Morelli to share insights into their groundbreaking project. They discuss overcoming challenges in creating a wellness sanctuary, the significance of mold-resistant materials, and the innovations like circadian lighting and advanced water systems. Nick and Matthew unveil strategies for minimizing hidden toxins in homes and the importance of thoughtful design choices, all aimed at enhancing health and comfort for families seeking a nurturing living environment.

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Unique Design Process

Nick and Melissa envisioned a low-tox wellness sanctuary with a Mediterranean Zen vibe.
Designers worked separately then combined ideas, creating a unique, harmonious home design with arched windows.

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Build Breathable Sunlit Homes

Prioritize north-facing sites for natural light and passive solar gain in your home build.
Design for breathability with cross-flow ventilation and vapor permeable membranes to prevent mold.

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Manage Build Budget Closely

Use frequent budget meetings every two weeks when building on a cost-plus basis to control expenses.
Expect higher labor costs and allow for flexible timelines and budgets when building your dream home.

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Creating a Wellness Sanctuary

01:46 • 12min

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Building a Healthier Home

13:42 • 9min

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Designing a Healthy Home

22:58 • 16min

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Creating a Low-Tox Dream Home

38:33 • 18min

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Collaboration and Vision in Dream Home Building

56:26 • 2min

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The Art of Timber Selection in Home Design

58:17 • 2min

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Elevating Home Security and Ambiance with Smart Technologies

01:00:37 • 2min

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Enhancing Sleep Through Circadian Lighting

01:02:59 • 2min

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Transforming Technology for a Seamless Home Experience

01:04:59 • 3min

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Smart Living: Automation and Ambiance

01:08:26 • 6min

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Enhancing Home Comfort and Sleep Quality

01:14:09 • 8min

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Creating a Toxic-Free Sleep Environment

01:21:57 • 6min

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Exploring Organic Bedding Options for a Dream Home

01:27:32 • 3min

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Building a Dream Home: Health, Minimalism, and Manifestation

01:30:08 • 12min

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What if your home could do more than just provide shelter and safety… What if it could actually make you well?

That was the vision Nick and I had when we set out to build our dream home: a low-tox, wellness-focused sanctuary designed to support our family’s health and make living in alignment with our values as effortless as possible.

In this extra special episode, Nick joins me behind the mic as we chat with some of the rockstar experts who helped bring our vision to life: Addison, Andrew, Emma and Mat.

Together, we’re pulling back the curtain on the entire process, from the first spark of the idea to the moment we moved in (because spoiler alert: every single detail was chosen with next-level intention and care).

Tune in to hear: the biggest challenges we faced building a wellness-first home (and how we overcame them), the must-have low-tox features we swear by (you’ll want to add these to your list), our surprising (and very expensive!) journey to ensure our home was mold-free, the game-changing lighting and water systems that we’re so glad we installed, the unexpected sources of hidden toxins that most people overlook when building, and our best-ever tips for manifesting and creating a dream home that truly nourishes your family’s wellbeing.

If you’ve ever dreamed of living in a home that supports every part of your body, mind and soul, then press play now… this one’s for you.

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