Sustainable Interiors – 5 Tips for Eco-Friendly Interior Design
Sustainability is a term that we hear often nowadays, with many lifestyle brands using it as a buzzword for likes and shares on social media. It has become almost a trend to “go green”, but the truth is, living a sustainable life is more than buying products that promote sustainability. We simply cannot consume our way to a more sustainable world. It is about having a relentless commitment to a sustainable lifestyle.
As society becomes more aware of the importance of sustainability, there is a growing interest in eco-friendly and responsible architecture and interior design. More and more interior designers are using sustainable materials and practices in their projects, often incorporating green living with minimalist and contemporary interior design styles. All massive change starts from home.
Here are some tips for creating a greener home or an office space in your interior design project.
Minimalism and sustainability always go hand in hand. Your carbon footprint increases with the number of things you consume. When you own fewer things, the negative impact you have on the environment automatically becomes lower. Therefore, a carefully organized minimalistic space with no clutter and only the most essential things is the logical first step towards a more sustainable interior. The most important thing is to define minimalism in a way that is practical and doable according to your lifestyle. If you try to be rigid about your minimalism, it is less likely to last long. Be flexible and purposeful at all times.
The efficient use of energy is one of the key aspects of sustainability. Incorporating proper energy efficiency in your interior design will not only save you money but also help reduce the major impact energy use have on climate change. Maintaining a cozy temperature inside of your home is one of the bigger energy-consuming aspects of any household. The colours on your walls can have a natural impact on the lighting and temperature in a room, reducing the need to use power for that same effect. Large windows that provide good natural ventilation and blinds that cover you from heat will help you not turn up the AC during the warmer months. Moreover, using energy-efficient kitchen appliances will also help keep your energy consumption low, paving the path to a greener future.
When you hunt for pieces of furniture and fixtures that turn a house into your home, consider going for pre-loved items with memories and a personality already attached to them whenever possible. Reusing is an important aspect of sustainability. When you buy something brand new, you are increasing your carbon footprint whilst when you re-use something, you are minimizing not only yours but also someone else’s impact on the environment as well. As an added bonus, you will be saving quite a lot of money but purchasing reclaimed item rather than buying brand new. Reusing items is often even better than recycling since it eliminates the energy consumption that goes towards dismantling and re-manufacturing when it comes to recycling.
Bright sunshine and fresh natural breezes are the best lighting and ventilation that any indoor space could have. When you design a house or look for one to rent, always look for spaces that give you just the right kind of light and ventilation naturally, without having to use artificial means. Plan your interior design around the natural flow of light and ventilation. Make sure all the important parts of your home—living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom—get a generous amount of sunlight. It will not only make the space extremely aesthetically pleasing but also reduce any harmful bacteria and microbes from residing in your home as well. Since lighting and air-condition consume plenty of energy, proper utilization of natural lighting and ventilation will help to create a more sustainable tomorrow.
Whatever your mood, you always feel relaxed and calm near nature. In the extreme urban settings that we live in and the busy lifestyles, we have, going into nature is not always easy or possible. This is when you need to bring nature inside your home. Indoor plants make great decorative items as well as effortlessly bringing you joy and peace. They go well with any interior design style, whether you are going for a minimalistic look or an industrial vibe. They purify your air and purify your mind when you take care of them. When you buy indoor plants, go for locally grown sustainable options rather than imported plant varieties to reduce your ecological footprint.
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