While referring to homes as “sanctuaries” is now overused, it doesn’t stray from the truth. A well-designed home should be a space where one can have peace and healing as needed. In today’s post, interior remodeling company DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of Amarillo shares a quick guide on how to achieve qualities that allow healing and wellness in home design.
Incorporate Sustainability
Sustainability plays a role in wellness-oriented home design. By prioritizing eco-friendly practices and materials, we not only contribute to the well-being of the planet but also to our own health. It can be done on any scale, from using non-toxic paint to installing energy-efficient appliances. Incorporating sustainable elements can also make the home safer and healthier.
Biophilic Design
Biophilia refers to how humans inherently seek to connect with nature and other life forms. A home remodeler would use biophilic design by including features that favor nature, such as natural lighting, greenery and organic materials. Through biophilic design, some homeowners have found a deeper connection with nature without leaving their homes.
Natural Ventilation
Maintaining indoor air quality can be a challenge when your home relies on an HVAC system for comfort and ventilation. While one can use appliances like air scrubbers to eliminate indoor air pollutants, natural ventilation is far more effective and doesn’t require anything more than opening a window.
Better yet, consider incorporating natural ventilation into your home’s design. Common areas such as the living room can be cooled by awning windows positioned close to the ceiling. Since warm and humid air naturally rises, windows placed near the ceiling creates airflow that pulls cool air from the floor. It also flushes out particulates and gets replenished by fresh air through other openings in the house.
Dedicated Spaces
Every home is unique, and with the increasing number of multi-generational homes, one may need to have a smaller, dedicated space for healing and wellness within the home. Whether it’s a cozy reading nook or a full-fledged home spa, these spaces are for unwinding and recharging — the adult equivalent of a bedroom tent or a pillow fort.
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