In present times our homes are a great deal more than just a place to rest they are where life plays out. From remote work to family dinners we are spending more time at home and we are using the indoors as a large part of how we live and connect with each other. That is why it is very important to curate a home that is intentional, comfortable, and healthy.
This article looks at what we can do to improve the indoor environment which in turn will make your loved ones’ daily life better in terms of health and well being.
Design a Space for Togetherness.
In your home’s design and energy you should put forth to welcome your family in for gathering, connection and relaxation with no stress. Look to those areas in your home which people tend to congregate in the kitchen island, living room sofa, even the entryway. These are your chance spots. By the arrangement of the furniture which in turn fosters face to face interaction and easy flow you create a feel of comfort and invitation.
Avoid the look of a space that is too filled with decor and accessories which in turn breaks the flow. Instead put forth a few key pieces that bring in a warm feel. A central coffee table, a shared reading nook, or a dining table which works for all without overcrowding the area can change how your family uses the home.
Ensure fresh, clean air circulates freely
Indoor air quality affects your health at home. We can’t always see what’s in the air. From dust to pet dander, mold spores, and chemical particles, the indoor environment is a home to pollutants, which accumulate over time. Easy solutions exist to breathe easier with clear indoor air quality, which benefits everyone.
Check your HVAC filters often and to improve health replace them when they are dirty. Also, put in air purifying plants like peace lilies, snake plants, or spider plants. They do a natural job at removing some toxins. In spaces that have issues with ventilation, try in also trying out air purifiers which have HEPA filters they do a great job.
Steer clear of large scents in your cleaning products which put out synthetic chemicals into the air. Instead go for natural or unscented options. Also see to it that in the bathrooms and kitchens there is proper use of exhaust fans for the moisture and odor.
Let in as much natural light as possible.
Light out which sets the tone for our mood and performance which in turn no one does better than natural sun light. By day and at every opportunity open your blinds and curtains in the common areas. Also do trim those outdoor plants or trees that play a role in blocking natural light. Even a little as re positioning your desk to be by a window will improve your day.
In spaces which do not receive much light place mirrors in to reflect the natural light and brighten the area. Full spectrum LED lights also do a great job at mimicking daylight in the dark corners. Also see to it that your home has a lively feel during the day and a calm atmosphere in the evening.
Keep Noise Levels Comfortable and Controlled
In home environments sound is a factor which we pay less attention to than we should. Constant background noise from appliances, street traffic, or even overlapping conversations can increase stress and reduce concentration. As for what you can do, add elements which naturally absorb sound go for thick rugs, fabric curtains, and padded out furniture.
In households with many things going on at the same time work issues, homework, food preparation, play time it helps to also note quiet spaces. We can set aside certain areas for peace or device free time which in turn gives everyone a break. Also use white noise machines or sound proofing panels which also do great job in controlling noise in bedrooms or shared work spaces.
Curate Mood-Boosting Colors and Textures
In our spaces we put into them a great deal of our emotion, especially if we are mostly inside. Color plays a role. Soft blues and greens do great for a calming effect, also muted yellows and warm earth tones which tend to invigorate or lift.
Start to renovate the areas you use the most. What feel do you want to achieve in them? Peace in the bedroom, alertness in the home office, warmth in the living room color plays a role in each.
Texture is what counts. A soft wool throw, linen cushions, or a natural wood coffee table adds depth and comfort. These tactile elements which also don’t dominate the space add interest.
Organize with Purpose and Accessibility
A tidy home does not mean it must visibly appear flawless but it must feel useful. Clutter results in psychological strain and it becomes difficult to feel good in your place. Check things you use on the everyday basis. Do they fall within hands? Where do they go To? Storage is to be easily accessible and sensible.
You do not require costly containers to have things in line. Transparent bins, organizer drawers or wall storage will be amazing. Tight living spaces that experience a lot of traffic, such as kitchen, entrance and bathrooms, attempt to cluster commodities of a similar nature and minimize clutter. In families with children or elderly people, always make sure that something that is required is easily graspable and can be placed back.
Promote Healthy Habits with Design Choices
There are a couple of considerations your home can make to promote better habits. Wish to encourage drinking water? Leave water pitcher or disposable bottles in view and full. Jonesing to sleep? Before going to sleep, make your bedroom darker, colder and devoid of screens. Want to relieve stress? Put soothing aromas such lavender or eucalyptus in work zones of great activity.
Take a chance to make some space, no matter how little, to be mindful or move. A stack of books, floor mat, or journal can be an indicator of a reflection/calm space. Things even as small as the way you place furniture can help you subtly in achieving your aims, such as having a chair turned to face the window rather than a screen.
Personalize the Space
When a house portrays the characters residing in them, then a house is a home. Vacation photographs, artwork your children create, or even all your favorite books will bring an emotional attachment. Ask your family members, how they feel when they are at home. It could be whatever chair, scent, a particular blanket or whatever music playing in the backdrop. Add such details. Change seasonal foods or items to do things differently, or do something different depending on milestone or memories. When you have everything in your house that you and your beloved deem really important to you, your house would be a kind of life expressing itself.
Your house is not only a building, but it is within that house that the action of your life will occur. Being concerned about the way your indoor atmosphere feels, looks, and works is one of the kindest things you can possibly do towards the people you love. All the choices that you make inside will influence the health of your family. When you take the initiative and do it with love and with thinking it becomes a home we make things easier and full of life that is much in keeping with what we take stock of, the people we love.