When most people think of interior design, they picture the furniture and features inside a home, such as countertops and appliances. However, when it comes to sustainable interior design ideas, you have to consider more than just your walls and flooring - you need to think about the entire home’s energy efficiency and impact on the environment. 

 

When it comes to designing your home, there are many factors to keep in mind. If you’re looking to cut costs and reduce waste, you’ll have no shortage of opportunities in this department—but it might be hard to know where to start. 

 

Luckily, this list of eco-friendly tips for sustainable interior design can help you get started on the right foot! From using natural light to using sustainable building materials and more, these suggestions will help you make your home greener and more beautiful than ever before!

 

Use Natural Light

Incorporating natural light into your design saves money on energy costs and makes you feel like you’re surrounded by greenery. Natural light will also make your home seem larger than it actually is, making it a great option for small spaces. If possible, place windows on three sides of your living room or dining room so that every seat has access to sunlight. If putting windows in a living room isn’t an option, adding as many skylights as possible will have a similar effect.

 

Add Green Foliage

Indoor plants are an excellent way to spruce up a home and make it feel more eco-friendly.  Whether you have one plant or two hundred, bring greenery into your living space! If you can’t fit any plants into your home, try surrounding yourself with pictures of nature. You’ll still get a great sense of green without sacrificing valuable real estate on your walls.

 

Adding greenery is both eco-friendly and great for improving your mood! There are plenty of plants that can grow indoors all year round and add a pop of green when you need it most.

This not only makes for a pleasing aesthetic but also provides homes with much-needed shade and moisture. 

 

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Wood Wins Again

Wood is a sustainable, eco-friendly material that has been used for centuries. It’s also one of those green materials that often gets overlooked. The next time you’re designing your home or space, give some thought to using wood in lieu of other materials like metal or plastic. Think about using a wood floor instead of carpet, using reclaimed wood on walls and tables instead of paint or wallpaper, and adding wooden furnishings—like bookcases and cabinets—instead of items made from plastic or metal.

 

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Use Non-Toxic Paint and Coating

Look for non-toxic paints and coating options. Look for paints with low or no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) as these may cause an allergic reaction or other respiratory issues. Whenever possible, opt for water-based products which are less toxic and have a lower carbon footprint than their solvent counterparts.

 

If you’re starting from scratch, opt for recycled or reclaimed materials—or even reuse your own items! This is particularly good news if you like refurbishing furniture.

 

Living Walls

We’re all familiar with interior design trends such as choosing color schemes and patterns, but have you ever considered bringing a living element into your home? Living walls bring nature into your home without sacrificing aesthetics. It may be just as beautiful as other wall designs; you can pick out plants that are native to your area or mimic similar growth habits of more common houseplants.

 

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Green Outdoor Space

Instead of opting for synthetic materials and paints, opt for natural ones that are environmentally friendly. You don’t have to break the bank while going green either, since many environmentally friendly products cost less than their toxic counterparts. Use what you already have: Recycling and repurposing old items is a great way to cut down on waste and turn those unused items into something useful.

 

Eco-Friendly Textiles

If you’re designing an eco-friendly home, it makes sense to opt for eco-friendly textiles such as hemp and bamboo. These fabrics are growing in popularity, due partly to their durability, low cost, and renewable resource status. Both can be used for everything from clothes and upholstery fabric to curtains and accessories. If you choose not only your products but also your suppliers wisely, many of these materials can be harvested or grown without harming our planet’s biodiversity.

 

Wooden Floors

If you are serious about eco-design, try to think beyond the box. Instead of hardwood, why not go for bamboo? Not only is it a more eco-friendly option (bamboo absorbs carbon dioxide and releases oxygen), but it can be stained to look like most other types of wood, making it perfect for those who don’t want their flooring too different from what they’re used to. Bamboo also won’t warp or crack.

 

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