Ecological and environmental awareness is making inroads into interior design to such an extent that many people these days choose a green interior design project to make a distinctive point.
In this Paus post, we will list some ideas to achieve an ecological and natural design that gives it a fresh atmosphere and in connection with nature.
What is green interior design?
Ecodesign or green interior design is based on a methodology that aims to identify the environmental impact of a product or service during all phases of its life cycle in order to try to minimize any negative effects on the ecosystem.
If we apply it to interior design, eco-design will enable us to create a natural environment with refined and elegant finishes using all kinds of recycled and sustainable materials. Ecodesign is happy, bright and allows us to see life from a different perspective while respecting the environment. From PAU, we tell you how to make your home more sustainable.
Tips for a natural and green interior
Next, we will see how to achieve a natural and green interior in order to have the most sustainable home possible:
Material in natural style
The most used materials to create an eco interior are those that remind us of nature itself and with which we will achieve a fresher environment: rope, wicker, bamboo or jute are the most recommended.
For example, jute is used in carpets where, among other things, we can find models of braided carpets, with cotton or colored ribbons. When it comes to bamboo, it is most common to see it in blinds to dress the windows. With bamboo blinds we will let in the light, but achieve the necessary degree of intimacy. Armchairs also add the natural touch to any space in your home.
Natural fabrics
If we talk about fabrics, we recommend the use of natural and organic fabrics, for example for bedding, curtains or towels such as bathrobes and towels and more.
In the durable sofas, we can also find natural fabrics in the upholstery, like our Archie sofa. The covers for the Archie sofa are made from 100% natural cotton and linen fabrics, and are completely removable and machine washable in water at less than 30 degrees. The frame of this sofa is made of pine and beech wood from sustainable European forests, and the base is upholstered with elastic bands recycled from rubber tires. In this way, you can get environmentally friendly living room furniture.
Archie sustainable sofa: green interior design
Examples of natural fabrics are organic cotton or linen, like those in our Archie sofa, which are grown free of pesticides or artificial fertilizers and spun without chemicals, resulting in a fabric that is natural for both health and the planet. Even in these cases, organic wool is used because it is free from environmentally hazardous bleaching agents.
Play with color
Colors are very important when it comes to giving personality to our project, but it is important to emphasize that if we want to create an interior as organic and natural as possible, we cannot choose any type of color, but we must choose those the so-called eco-colours.
This type of paint must be of natural, mineral or vegetable origin, i.e. from renewable or biodegradable sources. To achieve this, minerals such as talc or iron oxide are used, as well as resins or oils that come from the bark, roots and leaves of the trees. In addition, organic paint is biodegradable and its life cycle is much more sustainable, always respecting nature.
As for colors, we recommend using shades of green in all their variations, as well as white, gray, ocher, terracotta or beige. Vibrant colors show character and joy, so if you want, you can also give some hints of blue or brown a little darker.
Reuse products for a new use
In our review of the best deco tips to create a natural and eco-friendly interior, we couldn’t miss the reused and recycled furniture. The furniture is essential in any project and if we choose furniture made from natural materials such as wood or cardboard, we will contribute to improving the environment.
So we can use pallets to create outdoor furniture, wooden boxes to make shelves, glass bottles to make lamps, dried tree branches to make clothes hangers, among many other ideas. Try not to throw away your old items to give them a second life.
Take advantage of natural light
Light is a natural resource that must be maximized. To enhance this natural light, it is best to use light color palettes, especially in curtains and main walls, to reflect and multiply the brightness.
If for some reason your home does not have enough natural lighting, the best way to try to be as environmentally friendly as possible is to reduce energy use. And this is achieved by using LED lights that not only help us lower the electricity bill but also favor the reduction of CO2 emissions into the atmosphere.
