Biophilia - Designing with Emotion & Nature

Our Decor Affects us Physically and Emotionally.

Biophilic Design is the study of how our environments have a tremendous affect on us. Our interior spaces and exteriors such as sidewalks and buildings have a profound influence over our moods and the way our body physically reacts. It’s super interesting. I interviewed Elizabeth Calabrese, leading speaking and influencer for the study of Biophilia. We spoke about everything from hormones to the sidewalks of New York City

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How to Choose Non Toxic, Healthy Fabrics

Did you know that 27% of a fabric’s weight is it’s toxins? Find out about the thousands of chemicals & toxins found in the fabrics you surround yourself with every day! Wrinkle free or iron free sheets contain Formaldehyde in order to avoid the wrinkles. How insane is that?

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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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Culture, Health, Technology Diana Gill Culture, Health, Technology Diana Gill

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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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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