Style Magazine - June 2020

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by KERRIE L. KELLY, FASID

PLANTS Plants naturally help us feel relaxed; however, there are a few that can give us a better night's rest as well. Aloe vera plants are said to purify the air around us, while lavender and gardenia boast sleep-inducing fragrances. This year, eucalyptus and olive branches, fig trees,

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and orchids will continue to be the key to visual interest, rest, and relaxation in our homes.

LIVE-EDGE TABLES + ACCESSORIES Much like plants, different woods have benefits for our well-being. Wood is one of the most naturally renewable

Photos courtesy of Kerrie L. Kelly, FASID.

ong meditative walks in the morning, an afternoon yoga session after work, essential oils, and aromatherapy before bed—even if these practices aren't a part of your daily routine, you are surely familiar with the concepts. Practicing self-care and incorporating wellness into our lives is now the hot topic of 2020. So it's not surprising that mood-elevating décor is a big part of our current design conversation. When we want to reduce stressful thoughts and anxiety, we feather in items that promote serenity and positive energy to our personal spaces—and most of the time, those items come from nature. See which home décor treasures we have rounded up to create a well-balanced home.


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