Our Story

The Nest is founded by Iqra and Shahmir, a couple united by a shared vision of building a space where creativity, community, and calm coexist.

Chief Executive Officer

Shahmir Hashmat

Shahmir is a marketer, storyteller, and entrepreneur, and the founder of Mynt Media, a creative agency focused on digital marketing, filmmaking, and brand building. With a background in building brands and communities, Shahmir brings strategic direction, creative vision, and storytelling to The Nest.

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The Real CEO

Iqra Shahmir

Iqra is a Chartered Accountant by profession, bringing structure, discipline, and long-term sustainability to the foundation of The Nest. Beyond her professional expertise, she carries a deep appreciation for creativity, people, and emotional well-being — ensuring that The Nest operates not only with heart, but with responsibility and balance.

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About The Nest

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  • Our Story

    The Nest started as a shared dream between two people who believed in the same thing: that creativity has the power to heal, connect, and slow life down.

    Built by a couple who wanted to create something meaningful together, The Nest was imagined as a space where people could step away from the noise of everyday life and reconnect — with themselves, with others, and with creativity.


    What began as an idea between conversations, late nights, and shared values slowly took shape into a real place — a home for art, craft, expression, and community.

  • A Space to Unwind, Create & Belong

    Life today is fast, demanding, and overwhelming.

    The Nest exists as a gentle pause.


    We created The Nest as a safe, inclusive creative space where people of all ages and backgrounds can come together to unwind and express themselves through hands-on, therapeutic experiences.


    From pottery, candle making, painting, cooking, and woodworking workshops, to musical nights, gigs, and comedy sessions — every activity at The Nest is designed to help you slow down, create freely, and leave feeling lighter than you arrived.

    You don’t need experience.
    You don’t need talent.
    You just need the willingness to show up.

  • The Nest Shop

    As the community grew, so did our purpose.


    The Nest Shop     was created to support artists beyond physical workshops and events. It is an online marketplace where artists from across Pakistan can showcase and sell their work — while we handle the selling, platform, and logistics.


    This allows creators to focus entirely on what they love: creating.


    For customers, The Nest Shop offers thoughtfully curated, handmade, and artistic products — each piece carrying a story, intention, and soul.

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Built by Mynt Media

The Nest is a passion project by Mynt Media, where storytelling meets meaningful experiences. Through The Nest, Mynt Media expands its mission beyond brands — focusing on people, creativity, and community-building.

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