The Influence of Architecture on our Psyche

We spend 80–90% of our lives indoors, surrounded by forms, artificial light, colors, furniture and soundscapes. Isn’t it time to ask how much these built environments affect our lives and our personality? In this blog, we explore questions about how architecture affects our thinking, our cognitive abilities, our mental and physical well-being, and our emotions. … Continue reading The Influence of Architecture on our Psyche

Physical Clutter and Mental Clutter

Clutter comes in many forms. For simplicity’s sake, we’ll break it down into two main types: physical and mental. Each has a heavy impact on your stress levels. They both are likely to play a role in keeping you from creating calm in your life. Physical clutter is easy to understand. This is the kind … Continue reading Physical Clutter and Mental Clutter

Sneaky Ways Clutter Impacts Your Health and Wellness

Here are some examples and some very specific ways that your clutter impacts your health. We’ve also added a few things that weren’t mentioned but are still important to understand. Clutter hides germs and bacteria. It’s not always just other clutter that’s hiding under clutter. Your clutter might actually be housing some living stuff too. … Continue reading Sneaky Ways Clutter Impacts Your Health and Wellness

Fun Facts About Interior Design

It is interesting to consider, that interior design is much older than many people realize. It is quite possible actually, that it even existed significantly in prehistoric times. It is fair to say that art on the walls of caves which were ancient dwelling places, was not only about expression, but also about decoration. That … Continue reading Fun Facts About Interior Design

Basic Principles of Feng Shui

Feng Shui literally translates to “wind” and “water” in Chinese. It comes from the idea that human life is connected to and flows from the environment around it. It is the simple art of arranging your furniture to create balance with the natural world. The goal is to bring harmony between an individual and their … Continue reading Basic Principles of Feng Shui

Design For A Healthy Mind

It seems that every week, a new article is out asking what is the source of our mental health troubles. Depending who you ask, demanding work schedules or an over-stimulating world could be the culprits. It’s all too often not one thing, but a combination of factors that leave us feeling sensitive, low, or unmotivated. … Continue reading Design For A Healthy Mind

Six strategies to consider in workplace design

Day light and lighting Daylight is known to be a key component to helping those coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder. When daylight might not be available, LED lighting can also help as it feels more natural than the previously prevalent fluorescent office lighting. Furniture arrangement can also take advantage of views or simply make better … Continue reading Six strategies to consider in workplace design

10 Ways to Decorate Your Home If You Have Anxiety

There's a reason people say your home should be a reflection of you. You see, your physical environment plays a major role in your mood and mental well-being. So if you're a person who suffers from anxiety, embrace these decor ideas that are proven to ease stressors. Use your green thumb According to the Journal … Continue reading 10 Ways to Decorate Your Home If You Have Anxiety

Mental Health and Organization

When some people are feeling overwhelmed or stressed out, they might try yoga, mindfulness, or even a massage, but for others giving the shelves a quick dust, wiping down the kitchen, or even organizing the closet is just as beneficial for their mental health as using a mindfulness app. In fact, for some people the … Continue reading Mental Health and Organization

Self Love

Self love is important and it begins at home. Space care involves mindfully designing your space while being aware of interior design’s impact on your well being. This involves everything from room layout, to paint color, to lighting, to pretty much all art and design in between. These elements can affect your mood and the … Continue reading Self Love