Updating your landscaping isn’t the only way to include nature in your home’s aesthetic. You can incorporate nature into your property’s interior design and architecture, too. It will likely improve your home’s look, efficiency and overall marketability in the process.
Are you planning to refresh or renovate a property this year? Here are four nature-inspired trends to consider when you do.
- Make sustainable choices. Work with a design professional to source natural materials that are sustainably harvested. They can help you find reclaimed wood, bamboo, natural stone and more. You can also shop for antique and vintage furniture and accents, especially items made of wood and glass. Finally, having a green roof is a great way to incorporate nature into your whole home design while keeping it energy efficient.
- Opt for biophilic design. This is a concept that aims to connect people with natural elements while indoors. You can appeal to all five senses: the sound of a water fountain, the aromas and tastes of an herb garden, and panoramic views and nice breezes from large windows. Having an aquarium indoors or bird feeders outside of a window can also help you feel more in touch with nature.
- Create indoor-outdoor spaces. Indoor spaces that seamlessly fade into outdoor ones are another trendy way to integrate the natural world. Maybe you want a breakfast nook that opens to a patio where you can dine alfresco on temperate days, or perhaps your living space could have glass accordion doors leading to an outdoor entertaining area.
- Choose earthy hues. Select nature-inspired options for your color palette. Shades of green, blue, brown and yellow can all evoke the great outdoors and make for a relaxing, natural aesthetic.
Reach out if you’d like to discuss your real estate needs and goals for the year!
