Our home is our refuge. The place where we relax, reconnect, retreat and rejuvenate. In this photo challenge, our guest judge, interior designer and blogger, Anita Yokota, will be looking for her favorite photos of the home. Photographers are encouraged to shoot not only their home, but also themselves or others as subjects within the space. The photos submitted can be interior or exterior shots.

Anita shares tips for great home shots:

• Shoot Vertical: Most social media platforms display vertical shots best.
• Have Balance: Place bigger furniture such as sofas in the center of your shot. Add in accent tables, textiles and art as layers to give visual depth and interest.
• Use Natural Light: Natural light is your best friend. Eliminate artificial lighting in your interior shots.

Check out her Instagram for inspiration photos. 

1. Submissions will be accepted until 16 May 23:59.
2. Upload as many relevant photos as you want to increase your chances of winning.
3. All photos get published under the Pexels License and can be used for free.
4. Only upload your own photos.
5. Only photos uploaded for the first time to Pexels will be accepted.

With over 13 million monthly visits, Pexels is one of the largest photo communities in the world. Winners of this challenge will receive our exposure package which includes: a feature on our blog, newsletter, and Pexels social channels. The 1st place winner will also take home an exciting mystery prize. The winning photos will also appear tagged on Anita's Instagram. Anita's beautiful interior design blog is filled with effortless style to satisfy one’s desire for all things creative and inspiring.