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How to Create the Perfect Yoga Room

Outside of attending classes and retreats, yoga can easily be practiced at home. Not only do you need to make room to move between poses, there are also some design adjustments to your practice space that can help you have effective sessions time and time again. Learn how to make the perfect yoga room…

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Crush of the Month: India & Purry

Meet India & Purry, our Crush of the Month! India & Purry is a capsule collection of decorative pieces for the home by artist Jessica Hollander. The capsule collection features notecards, bookmarks, art prints, tea towels & throw pillows that are 100% vegan and cruelty-free.

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Health, Interior Design, BABY & KIDS Joy Lynskey Health, Interior Design, BABY & KIDS Joy Lynskey

5 Tips to Designing a Healthy Space for Your Baby

As both an Interior Designer and an expecting mom, I have been researching the companies of the products that I will be using to take care of my baby boy. In addition, I have taken extreme caution in selecting products I am installing in his nursery.  It is important to me that the floor and wall finishes, furniture selections and decorative accessories all come from vegan, sustainable sources that are safe for the interaction with my baby…

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7 Reasons Why We Love Hemp

Hemp is one of those ancient magical fibers that can be used for almost everything, from building a home to making lotion. Contrary to popular belief, hemp and marijuana are not the same - they are however both part of the cannabis family. Think of them as cousins, rather than siblings. So, why is America obsessed with hemp? Let’s find out!

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Crush of the Month: Utama Spice

We are so excited for you to meet our April Crush of the Month, Utama Spice! Utama Spice is a traditional skincare company based in Ubud, Bali. Founded by  Dayu Suci and Melanie Templer in 1989, the original goal of Utama Spice was to maintain the Balinese tradition of using 100% natural & herbal remedies...

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A Typical Day in the Life of a Fur Farm Worker

Many of us are well aware that the conditions are horrible for the animals on fur farms. But have you considered how inhumane the conditions are for the workers as well in this shameful industry. Filth, toxic chemicals, and tons of waste. This is what surrounds humans and non-humans on the farms that breed and slaughter animals for their fur and skins...

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5 Tips on Displaying Artwork From a Design Pro

Our homes are a reflection of us and how we feel also reflects on our homes. The colors, shapes and especially the subject matter of an art piece can tell you a lot. Even the frame of a particular art piece can speak volumes. Not only as an Interior Designer but also as a Feng Shui practitioner I see a lot of meaning behind art pieces that we keep in our homes...

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Designer of The Month: Helen Winter of Coral Interiors in Dorset, UK

Helen Winters and her team specialize in residential homes and holiday homes in Dorset, Hampshire and Devon in the United Kingdom. Whether you are looking to update a single room or renovate your entire property, Helen works closely with you to achieve a space that is a true reflection of your lifestyle and aspirations.

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5 Reasons Why Hanging Chairs Are a Must

Who doesn’t love a hanging chair? I mean, have you seen the latest trends and styles the market has to offer? Owning one, is like placing a beautiful sculpture casually in your home in the most unexpected ways for admiration. A variety of style preferences are readily available for us to choose from, but beyond the aesthetics of a hanging chair, from time to time offer many other soothing benefits that we can all enjoy from these beautiful chairs...

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Interior Design, Health, BABY & KIDS Jecks Lea Interior Design, Health, BABY & KIDS Jecks Lea

Why Vegan Alternatives Are Healthier For You

Living in a healthy environment is great for your physical and mental well-being and using vegan alternatives will enhance the benefits. We spend 90% of our time indoors and home is the environment you have most control over. However, toxic chemicals make their way into the homes like  uninvited guests. Chemicals are all over new furniture, sprayed onto floor coverings and are even those super cozy pillows on your bed...

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7 Steps To Staging A Decadent Vegan Valentine's Day Bed

Love is in the air!!! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and we all know that a heart shaped box of chocolates and flowers are the standard gifts. However, how about shaking things up a bit and give the gift of true romance – a beautifully styled bed for that special “ba-da-bing,  ba-da-boom night!

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Who Is Modern Meadow?

Modern Meadow is a biofabrication company based in New Jersey. We know what you're thinking, what the heck is biofabrication? In the design world, biofabrication is a scientific term for using cells, proteins and other living materials, to make fabrics & textiles. Just last year, this New Jersey crew created the world's FIRST biofabricated & animal-free leather called ZOA™.

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5 Ways To Refresh Your Space For The New Year

The new year is the perfect time to take a step back, reflect on your past and plan for your future. The spaces in which you live and spend the most time in, greatly influence your energy, productivity and overall outlook on life. So, today we're giving you 5 tips that will refresh and revitalize your space for the ultimate new year!

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