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4 Tips for Designing a Positive and Calming Home

4 Tips for Designing a Positive and Calming Home by Laura May. Photograph of two chairs by a window, overlooking a mountain by Arek Socha.
Photograph by Arek Socha

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes

A few simple shifts can transform your living space — and mental space — from chaos to calm.

Giving your home a revamp? Despite our best efforts, our homes often feel cramped and cluttered. But that should not be the case. Your home should be a tranquil paradise, welcoming you back through the door with positive, calming energy

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