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Designing Behaviors

The art of curating spaces, be it our homes or workplaces, is more than just selecting decor. There’s aesthetics and functionality directly impacting your day-to-day. Adding objects, color, and furniture in your surroundings can reinforce routines that resonate with your interests. This fusion of personal expression and practicality creates a dynamic that elevates experiences.

The guidance of an interior designer is valuable to harmonize a "look" that encapsulates your personal taste and makes sense to a space. A space can become more beautiful and functional but its true value comes with you performing at your best. A fascinating relationship quietly exists between your physical environment, attitudes, and overall well-being. Well-designed spaces positively impact your mood, productivity, and nurtures a sense of belonging and engagement.

Aesthetics possess an unusual power to spark emotions and guide behaviors. A fun tidbit: the mere act of holding a hot beverage influences your perception of warmth and friendliness. Conversely, a cold beverage evokes the opposite. It's a testament to how the sensory experience intertwines with your feelings and directs specific behaviors.

The things that catch your eye influences a sense of being, such as safety and comfort. The arrangement of objects, colors, and textures can evoke a feeling of security, prompting action like relaxation or playfulness.

While the insights of interior designers shape the external look, the true magic lies in aligning your primary environments with your unique needs and interests. Ultimately, the spaces you create become more than just decor; they become your sanctuaries of growth, inspiration, and transformation.

Questions to consider.

What triggers you to buy decor for your home or office? Is there a pattern to your choice?

How has decor choices changed through your stages of life? Is there a noticeable shift in what types of things you desire surrounding you?

What place feels comfortable and safe? Can you name the sensations, thoughts, and feelings you experience in different spaces?

REFERENCES

Hammon, C., & Jones, LM. (2013). The effect on mood of a "living" work environment.. World Health Design. Oct., 70-79 Retrieved from http://www.worldhealthdesign.com/the-effect-on-mood-of-a-living-work-environment.aspx

Bargh, L. Williams, Experience Physical Warmth Promotes Interpersonal Warmth, Science. 2008 Oct 24; 322(5901): 606–607