Sustainable Home Décor
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Whether you’ve recently purchased a new home and are eager to decorate or feel your current home needs a refresh, there are many ways to brighten it up or make it cozy and relaxing while keeping it eco-friendly. Here is a list of sustainable home décor ideas to inspire artwork, accessories, furniture, and more for your refreshed space.
SUSTAINABLE ART
Choose artwork made from recycled, salvaged, or natural materials. You can also look for sustainable home décor that addresses environmental issues like climate change or social matters that bring awareness to the importance of sustainability.
DIY HOME DECOR
Upcycling is a great way to DIY your home’s décor. Whether you shop at flea markets, yard sales, or thrift stores, turning something old into something new (and keeping it out of the landfill) is a great way to make your own sustainable home décor. Often, a fresh coat of paint or a change of material is just what something needs to feel new again. Similar to finding ways of repurposing old clothes or bed sheets, repurposing décor or furniture can be a fun project with a sense of accomplishment at the end.
SUSTAINABLE FURNITURE
If you’re looking to outfit your room with new furniture, consider the lifecycle of the item, including how it was made, how it gets to your doorstep, and how long it will be in use. See if there are alternatives you like that can decrease the carbon footprint required to create, deliver, and use an item. When shopping for sustainable furniture, look for durable products made with sustainable materials that can be recycled when you’re done with them.
SUSTAINABLE HOME GOODS
From bedding and bath towels to throw blankets and more, choosing home goods made from responsibly sourced materials is a great way to furnish your home with functional sustainable décor. Opting for eco-friendly and reusable products, like wool dryer balls instead of disposable dryer sheets, keeps sustainability top of mind.
Sustainable Home Decor Tips
When browsing or researching sustainable home décor, in addition to the broader items above, there are many smaller things you can do to start living a more eco-conscious life today as it pertains to your home decor:
- Use natural lighting: Turn off the lights, open the curtains, and let the sun in. Sunlight will naturally accent your décor, providing a complimentary spotlight. It also helps metallic décor shine for a pop of color in any room.
- Go green: Adding plants to your home brings nature inside, which can improve your air quality and decrease stress. Greens, tans, and browns are natural accent colors that go with nearly any décor, so look for ways to add plants on the wall, on your table, along your mantle, or anywhere else you think greenery would go. *Note: If you have pets, make sure whatever plants you choose are pet-safe!
- Choose your materials: Look for home décor made from sustainable materials like reclaimed wood, bamboo, cork, driftwood, recycled glass, etc.
We hope these ideas inspire you to elevate your space with eco-friendly design elements. For more home style inspiration, read How to Create a Hygge Bedroom and Choosing Relaxing Colors for a Bathroom.
