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The COVID-19 lockdown has been an occasion to reconsider many of the foundations of our lives. Changing how we interact socially and limiting our time outdoors and in society has changed how we work, rest, and communicate with our loved ones. Affecting all aspects of life, but what remains is the desire to live in harmony and comfort in the space we inhabit.
Now that our home has become the main guarantee not only of physical but also psychological health, conscious interior design has become one of the keys and most effective ways to influence the quality of life. So how have we adapted our homes to a world that is no longer the same?
Here are the answers, according to the design experts of the Mexican firm, MARIANGEL COGHLAN, who assure that their priority in each project is people. –We are interested in creating spaces that are harmonious and beautiful and contribute to the happiness of its users-.
Hygiene and cleanliness
Currently, the interest in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness in our home has increased and has become essential to combat the threat of the disease. We recommend that you thoroughly purify each space, do a thorough cleaning and remove everything that is no longer necessary.
We only have to be interested in doing it and get to work. The fewer things there are, the easier it is to maintain physical and visual order. In addition, cleaning day-to-day is faster if everything is in its place and there are no extra things everywhere.
Consider the selection of materials giving preference to those that have better antibacterial properties and those that are better suited for easy, frequent, and intensive cleaning. We recommend using materials with these properties, such as:
The technological stones
- Porcelain tiles
- Woods like oak, bamboo, and cork
- Self-driven technologies like self-cleaning and microbial prevention
At different times, pandemic times have contributed to simplify the interiors, reducing elaborate details to avoid hard-to-reach areas that complicate cleaning. The last year and a half aren’t the exceptions, and the designs created after the start of the confinements have tended to incorporate more suitable surfaces for easy cleaning.
Bright color palette
Home users who have to spend most of their time indoors require variety in spaces, and one of the most effective ways to achieve this is through color.
The use of different colors can be the ideal solution to indicate designated areas or rooms. For example, austere colors can frame a remote workspace. Playspaces for children can be hued with more fun and bright colors. During confinement, spaces for relaxing or spending time with family have become especially important. The most appropriate colors for these areas are the serene colors associated with tranquility and well-being. Colors inspired by nature have recently begun to play a significant role as we seek to fill the home with something more genuine.
Biophilic design
The COVID-19 pandemic and movement restrictions prompted an adoring attitude towards nature and our communion with it. And in this perhaps lies the key to one of the principal changes in the interior design of homes in recent months: the desire to fill the house spaces with organic elements and integrate the interior with the exterior. The biophilic design offers a wide range of solutions that strengthen the connection with the environment, from the use of plants and flowers, to the creation, when possible, of large windows that allow the entry of natural light and open access to the landscape.
The efficacy and benefits of biophilic design times like these have a scientific basis in which the state of physical and mental health is a priority. Interiors inspired by nature are becoming a powerful weapon in the pursuit of our well-being, especially for the inhabitants of large cities.
Biophilic design can include elements such as
- Relaxing floral wallpaper
- Natural plants
- Wood textures,
- Windows with exterior views,
- Glass ceilings
- Anything that helps users feel part of nature, reducing levels of stress and anxiety.
- Large windows can provide access to outdoor vista and natural light, adding vitality to the interior and providing residents with a healthy dose of vitamin D.
Organize the Space
Being forced to stay home by quarantine has allowed us to realize the importance of order in our personal space. Today, the main criteria and guidelines for the house interior decoration are to provide an atmosphere of peace and comfort. Living surrounded by clutter can cause anxiety, and that is what should avoid. For this reason, the different ways of organizing a comfortable space have become a crucial trend in our homes.
Keeping things organized is a priority, so we suggest having a place for everything and thus have everything in its place. The way we store and accommodated is essential to optimize space and achieve an attractive aesthetic.
The impact that COVID-19 has had on our home has made us see things in a new way. Fortunately, we can say that it has given us a better understanding of what a dream home can be like and what our life can be like in it. Let us welcome the opportunity to make our home a place that can inspire us, calm us, and fill us with energy. A place where we want to live, work, grow and enjoy the passing of life every day.
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