Welcome to Calm Nest Collective
Founder’s story or Why Calm Nest Collective was born
After over 11 years in the events industry, our founder, Nika, has worn many hats—organizer, promoter, and producer. From curating intimate club shows to managing large-scale music festivals, Nika has firsthand experience with the unique challenges and pressures of the live events world.
She has witnessed the toll that long hours, high expectations, and constant stress take on everyone involved—artists searching for moments of solitude, crews working tirelessly behind the scenes, and teams navigating the relentless pace. Not only has she observed this impact on others, but she has also felt its effects on her own mental health. The event industry’s highs are exhilarating, but its lows can be overwhelming, often leading to burnout and mental fatigue.
This inspired Nika to create Calm Nest Collective, a concept born out of a deep understanding of the need for balance in the chaotic event environment. Calm Nest provides sensory-friendly spaces designed to help attendees, artists, and staff decompress and recharge. Coupled with our consulting services, we aim to enhance inclusivity, sustainability, and mental well-being in the industry.
At Calm Nest, we’re not just addressing a need; we’re reshaping how events prioritize people and purpose. Whether it’s a sprawling festival or an intimate gathering, we’re here to create calmer, more inclusive event experiences for everyone involved.
Creating sustainable neuroinclusive solutions
Established in early 2015 and rebranded in December 2024, Calm Nest Collective brings a fresh perspective to sustainable event solutions. Our mission focuses on helping events and organizations create sustainable, neuroinclusive workplaces and mindful experiences. We’re building a future where events naturally integrate sustainability, mental well-being, and neuroinclusion.
Vienna roots
Based in the heart of Vienna, Austria, Calm Nest Collective offers more than traditional consulting. We’re dedicated to creating spaces and strategies that prioritize mental well-being, sustainability, and inclusivity, making events and workplaces more accessible for everyone.
Sustainable, neuroinclusive approach
Our methodology integrates environmental consciousness with neuroinclusive design principles, creating a comprehensive approach to event and workplace solutions. We focus on reducing ecological footprints while maximizing positive community impact through meaningful engagement. Our strategies support local economic sustainability through thoughtful partnerships and initiatives. By implementing accessible design solutions and creating sensory-conscious environments, we ensure spaces that welcome and support all participants.
Event & workplace solutions
The Calm Nest Spaces® represent our signature contribution to event spaces, combining sensory-friendly environments with sustainable design principles. Through our workplace wellness solutions and event accessibility consulting, we create environments that support diverse needs and preferences. Each space is thoughtfully designed to nurture comfort and productivity, whether for event attendees, artists, or workplace teams. Our approach ensures that every environment we create promotes both individual well-being and collective success.
Multi-disciplinary expertise
Our comprehensive expertise spans multiple disciplines, combining Lumina Spark practice with Mental Health First Aid (MHFAider®) certification. This foundation is enhanced by RYT500 & Therapeutic Yoga training, Nature Based Therapy, and Horticultural Therapy expertise. Our Carbon Literacy certification ensures all solutions maintain environmental responsibility. This diverse knowledge base enables us to develop holistic solutions that address both environmental sustainability and human well-being needs.
Future of inclusive spaces
We’re committed to creating positive change in how events and workplaces approach sustainability and inclusion. By prioritizing both people and planet, we help build resilient communities and successful businesses through conscious design and implementation. Our approach creates lasting impact through thoughtful integration of environmental responsibility and human-centered design.
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Ready to transform your events and workplaces? Contact us to discuss sustainable, neuroinclusive solutions tailored to your needs.