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by Malika Rustamova | 14-02-2021 17:07
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Construction and our daily life have an impact on nature. According to the World Green Building Council, the built environment (buildings and construction projects) contributes to 39% of all carbon emissions. However, engineers and interior designers offer solutions to reduce the negative effects, for instance, Eco-Friendly interior. Eco-Friendly Interior Designing is minimizing the resources involved in construction and taking up eco-friendly materials with emphasis on the health and environmental impact of the same. The benefits of green interior design come to include low maintenance cost, better air quality, energy efficiency, better waste management, and low exposure to toxic material. As you probably understood, first of all, in such a design, it’s very important to pick materials and products with the lowest environmental impact. Organic materials (e.g. wood, wool, natural stone) seem the obvious choice, but we mustn’t forget that natural resources need to be treated responsibly. So choose quickly renewable materials (such as fast-growing bamboo), and are extracted in an environmentally responsible way. Secondly, instead of discarding ‘’old-fashioned’’ objects while they are still functional, we can come up with creative ways to give them a new life. Or we can help reduce the depletion of natural resources (and divert waste from landfills) by opting for synthetic materials that were made from recycled waste or can be renewed/recycled at the end of their life cycle — when they are spent or people grow tired of them. With this cradle-to-cradle approach, waste becomes the raw material for new products, and a circular loop of manufacturing is formed, effectively minimizing or even eliminating waste. Thirdly, to prevent materials and products from getting discarded too often, we should consider the lifespan of any material is planed to use, especially for those elements that experience a lot of wear and tear. The best way to achieve timelessness is to choose quality over quantity, classics over trendy, and simplicity/functionality over embellishments. Frothy, Use water-based paint. VOC stands for volatile organic compounds, which are chemicals that evaporate at room temperature. VOCs are found in many household products, such as air fresheners, furniture, paints, and carpets. These compounds are bad for homeowners as they can contribute to all sorts of health problems. Fifthly, use more plants. This is a no-brainer. Plants provide oxygen and filter out harmful chemicals from the air. Plus, they offer natural beauty, ambiance, and freshness, bringing a little of the outside into your home. Lilies, bamboo palm, or gerbera daisies especially do wonders in improving air quality. Moreover, in such a design it is important to be economical in energy and water. There are several easy ways:
Also, installing home automation and so-called ‘’green gadgets’’ makes it possible to control heating and lighting systems remotely. This also helps residents and occupants use the building’s energy more efficiently and economically. Sources: https://econyl.medium.com/5-principles-of-sustainable-interior-design-b390503a5176 https://images.app.goo.gl/WNNrwoUYAr2gUYmW8 |
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6 Comments
Hello Malika!
It's your SJ mentor.
I hope you are doing well.
Thank you for writing an article about eco-friendly interior design and lifestyle.
I could think about the interior once again after reading your article.
In Korea, materials produced using chemical materials are usually used for interior design.
Wood is an expensive high-quality material and is rarely used in ordinary households.
However, as you said, it would be better to actively introduce the use of fast-growing plants such as bamboo for interior design.
It seems necessary to find eco-friendly interior materials with price merit.
Also, as you said, if we practice an eco-friendly lifestyle, we can achieve sustainability in our residential lives.
Green cheers!
Sincerely,
SJ mentor.
Posted 19-02-2021 15:22
wow that report is so cool
thanks for sharing that informative.
Posted 19-02-2021 00:56
Hello,
Very good report on sustainable interior design.
Posted 18-02-2021 16:13
Hello Malika,
this is your mentor WooJoo.
Warm greetings from South Korea!
Thank you for sharing such a helpful report about eco-construction.
Using organic, eco-friendly materials not only prevent the excess use of natural resources, but also protect our health,
since we had cases in which toxic materials from paints and dusts from buildings affected our health badly.
Installing solar energy pannels, having plants as natural cleaner would be very helpful in saving energy!
It would be great if new consturctions are done in such ways since now, and change the present buildings little by little until we reach to be eco-cities.
Another important thing to reduce carbon emissions would be to change the transportation system!
What do you think about it?
Keep sharing
Regards,
WooJoo
Posted 17-02-2021 23:17
Glad to know about sustainable interior design
thanks for sharing such an informative report
keep sharing
warm regard,
sashi
Posted 16-02-2021 20:14
Hello Malika ,
thanks for Sharing such an informative Report .
keep sharing
warm regards ,
shobha
Posted 16-02-2021 00:05