The pandemic has forced millions of people to spend many more hours than they’d like in spaces that are simply good enough. In many cases, that’s prompted people to buy new homes or renovate their existing ones. For those frustrated by their spaces, experts whose work sits at the intersection of design and psychology can offer insight into the science-backed ways to craft a happier home.
Reduced clutter, ample natural light, wall color, visible wood grain, well-placed lamps these are all elements of our homes that play into our underlying psychology, and can make us feel warm, relaxed, and productive. Photos on the walls can offer regular reminders of what’s important to us. A home’s layout, too, can help families function better by creating shared and private spaces.