{"id":12544,"date":"2021-10-25T20:28:44","date_gmt":"2021-10-25T20:28:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/?p=12544"},"modified":"2021-10-25T20:28:44","modified_gmt":"2021-10-25T20:28:44","slug":"sustainable-design","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/sustainable-design\/","title":{"rendered":"Design a Serene Space Using Organic and Sustainable Materials"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 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h4{margin-right:0.5em !important;margin-bottom:0 !important;}.sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper-1{width:auto !important;justify-content:flex-end !important;}.fusion-sharing-box-1{align-items:center !important;} }@media only screen and (max-width:640px){.fusion-sharing-box-1{flex-direction: column !important;align-items:center !important;}.fusion-sharing-box-1 h4{margin-bottom:revert !important;}.sharingbox-shortcode-icon-wrapper-1{width:100% !important;justify-content:space-between !important;} }<\/style><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a marked shift in the luxury <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">world toward creating serene rooms using organic materials. While this trend started before the pandemic, it has picked up steam as people are more aware than ever of the value of being in spaces they love and owning quality, bespoke items that will stand the test of time. Disposable d\u00e9cor is out. Mindful luxury is definitely in. With this in mind, read on for our tips on how to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">a serene space you\u2019ll love using organic and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">materials.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-1 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" title=\"Close,Up,Of,Painter,Hand,In,White,Glove,Painting,A\" src=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-300x200.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-12539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_374666983-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><p><b>Design <\/b><b>with Vegan and Zero-VOC Paint<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While low-VOC (v<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">olatile organic compounds) <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paints have become the norm, brands like Benjamin Moore have gone the extra step of developing a color-tinting process that avoids the addition of harmful chemicals and is emission-free. Their Natura line is certified as being allergy-friendly and can be used by asthma suffers. And nothing brings serenity to a room like the knowledge that you will be healthier in it.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may be surprised to learn some paint companies use animal products as binders. If you are looking for an eco-friendly, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> option that excludes animal byproducts, be sure to read the label. Companies like Auro Paints and Painting Columbus have switched to using plant materials to create paints that incorporate a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">approach for a densely-hued finished product. As Daniel Brooks, Painting Columbus\u2019 co-owner, explained to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bhg.com\/news\/vegan-paint-facts\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Better Homes &amp; Gardens<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: \u201c\u2018Vegan paint replaces all animal products with a natural plant-based binder, such as vegetable casein or legumin, and certify that they are cruelty-free &#8230; these substitutions allow vegan paints to serve as healthier alternatives and create less-toxic environments for your family or friends.\u2019\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><p><b>Employ Natural Textures<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designing <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">your space using natural textures like organic linen, wood from sustainably managed forests, vintage beams, and reclaimed leather. If you do, you\u2019ll find yourself creating a layered room from ceiling to floor that is both versatile and calming.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering enviable durability, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, natural fiber rugs bring a luxurious feel and work with nearly any <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">aesthetic. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home\/decor\/best-coastal-design-tips\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> raves: \u201cWhether it\u2019s jute, sea grass, or sisal, incorporating woven materials into your d\u00e9cor connects the indoors with the outdoors,\u201d bringing casual refinement to beach houses and serenity and lush texture to even the most modern homes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you love the visual interest that comes from wallpaper but want to avoid a pattern clash with your other d\u00e9cor? The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">experts at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home\/decor\/best-coastal-design-tips\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have the answer: grasscloth, a fast-growing, organic material. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home\/decor\/best-coastal-design-tips\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Magazine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reveals that \u201cthe subtle, elegant texture adds that extra bit of decorating oomph, without overwhelming a soothing sea-inspired space.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-4 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-2 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" title=\"Flatweave,Natural,Fiber,Farmhouse,Rug.\" src=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-300x300.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-12538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-200x200.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1938982618-1200x1200.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-5 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p><b>Select Handcrafted Furniture<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handcrafted furniture pieces made using organic and <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainably <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sourced materials offer opportunities for customization along with undeniable comfort. Vincent Van Duysen, a Belgian architect and product and interior <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designer<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, strives to bring simplicity and a timeless quality to everything he <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">designs<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. He explains his approach to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/lifestyle\/home-design\/terracotta-cult-organic-enduring-design-new-frontier\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Departures<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: \u201c\u2018I work with very pure and natural materials like desaturated oak woods, lime-washed brickwork. Really pale nuances and toned-down touches,\u2019\u201d says Van Duysen. \u201c\u2018It\u2019s in line with the calm and serene atmospheres I create.\u2019\u201d\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Carl Hansen &amp; Son, the famed Danish furniture maker, agrees that craftsmanship, comfort, and beauty go hand-in-hand with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Known for their meticulous work, they take equal care in using organic or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainably <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sourced materials. In business since 1908, they take wood from <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainably <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">managed forests, only use sawmills that are part of the responsible milling movement, and recycle what small pieces are not used for heating. Their business motto is \u201cevery piece comes with a story\u201d whether it is one of their iconic chairs made from \u201csculpted wood and a woven paper-cord seat\u201d that is showcased in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.departures.com\/lifestyle\/home-design\/best-new-home-furnishings-for-spring-and-summer#14\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Departures<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or\u00a0their thoroughly modern \u201cSideways Sofa.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-5 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-6 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><b>Incorporate Antique Statement Pieces<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rejuvenating your home by incorporating antique treasures not only answers your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">goals but can bring a warm feeling of history and connection to a refreshed space. Art Deco pieces are enjoying a particular resurgence. As Daniel Ayer, the director of 20th-century <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at Skinner Inc., tells <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/7796641\/1920s-antiques-trending-in-2020\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martha Stewart Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, \u201c\u2018Art Deco lends a touch of sophistication to more austere contemporary <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">with its emphasis on clean lines, minimalist furnishings, and accessories, and neutral color palette.\u2019\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vintage sofas, antique free-standing cupboards, and classic lighting choices can significantly impact a space. You might be amazed at the impression of luxurious comfort that flows throughout the room with the addition of just one storied piece. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">experts at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home\/decor\/southern-style-decorating-tips\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> advise people to \u201cuse antiques to anchor [a] room and then mix in modern touches with bold fabrics, mid-century lighting, and sculptural accessories\u201d for a <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">that won\u2019t feel too crowded or too precious. You want to be able to surround yourself in the beauty and comfort of the space, not avoid using the room because it feels like a museum<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-6 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-7 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-6\"><p><b>Maximize Sunlight<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhancing a room\u2019s access to natural light is one of the best ways to promote a sense of calm and well-being. While it may require additional construction to widen windows, introduce skylights, or create sunrooms, the investment will be worth it. As <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/1540908\/how-sunlight-impacts-mood-overall-mental-health\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martha Stewart Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> advises, \u201csunlight directly impacts our mental and physical health, and can have far-reaching influences beyond the common winter blues.\u201d Your sleep patterns, focus, productivity, and sense of inner peace are likely to improve with even minor adjustments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plan should take into account the room\u2019s exposure to natural sunlight. You will then want to enhance that light by bringing in mirrors and other reflective surfaces, choosing lighter or neutral tones as your color base, and selecting window treatments that best give you access to the natural light streaming from the outside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-7 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-8 fusion_builder_column_1_3 1_3 fusion-one-third fusion-column-first\" style=\"width:33.333333333333%;width:calc(33.333333333333% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.33333333333333 ) );margin-right: 4%;margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"fusion-sep-clear\"><\/div><span class=\" fusion-imageframe imageframe-none imageframe-3 hover-type-none\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" title=\"Stylish,Scandinavian,Living,Room,Interior,With,Green,Velvet,Sofa,,Coffee\" src=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-300x200.jpg\" alt class=\"img-responsive wp-image-12540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-200x133.jpg 200w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/shutterstock_1825888157-1200x800.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-9 fusion_builder_column_2_3 2_3 fusion-two-third fusion-column-last\" style=\"width:66.666666666667%;width:calc(66.666666666667% - ( ( 4% ) * 0.66666666666667 ) );margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-7\"><p><b>Bring in Greenery<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s hard to think of a more organic, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">way to bring a sense of calm to your home than by incorporating living plants. Adding greenery is credited with everything from imbuing a space with a sense of tranquility to improved air quality. What\u2019s the best accessory to bring hints of oceanside calm to any home, no matter its location? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.southernliving.com\/home\/decor\/best-coastal-design-tips?slide=487c7f18-89df-4d0f-a267-c1f4aae73e01#487c7f18-89df-4d0f-a267-c1f4aae73e01\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reveals: \u201cFor big impact with a coastal vibe, choose palm fronds or banana leaves, which are both architectural and reminiscent of the islands.\u201d Meanwhile, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/2140486\/martha-stewart-houseplants\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martha Stewart Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> recommends adding plants to every room, including Red Ripples, cascading succulents, Money Plants, and orchids &#8212; particularly the\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grammatophyllum scriptum<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0var.\u00a0<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">citrinum<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0due to \u201c[its] chartreuse blooms bursting from giant stalks that can reach three feet in height\u2026.\u201d\u00a0And, of course, don\u2019t forget to add the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">rhizomatous<\/span><\/i> <i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Begonia \u201c<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martha Stewart\u201d to your final <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">design<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-8 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling fusion-equal-height-columns\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-10 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-8\"><p><b>Maximize Sunlight<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Enhancing a room\u2019s access to natural light is one of the best ways to promote a sense of calm and well-being. While it may require additional construction to widen windows, introduce skylights, or create sunrooms, the investment will be worth it. As <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marthastewart.com\/1540908\/how-sunlight-impacts-mood-overall-mental-health\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Martha Stewart Living<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> advises, \u201csunlight directly impacts our mental and physical health, and can have far-reaching influences beyond the common winter blues.\u201d Your sleep patterns, focus, productivity, and sense of inner peace are likely to improve with even minor adjustments.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable design <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">plan should take into account the room\u2019s exposure to natural sunlight. You will then want to enhance that light by bringing in mirrors and other reflective surfaces, choosing lighter or neutral tones as your color base, and selecting window treatments that best give you access to the natural light streaming from the outside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-9 nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;margin-bottom: 0px;margin-top: 0px;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-11 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-one-full fusion-column-first fusion-column-last\" style=\"margin-top:0px;margin-bottom:20px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-column-wrapper-legacy\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-9\"><p>Visit <u><a href=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/\">Distinctive Collection by Better <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/\">Homes<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/bhgrecollection.com\/\"> and Gardens\u00ae Real Estate<\/a><\/u> when you begin your journey to buy or sell your unique home.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-clearfix\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":134,"featured_media":12538,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12544","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-interior-design"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - 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