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From Succulents to Skylights: The Perks of Bringing Nature Indoors:

The benefits of adding life indoors.
By Expert Tips
Date: August 27 2020
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It can be the homeowner’s dream to find the perfect union between the indoors and the outdoors. Adding a little of what nature has to offer inside your home can make a huge difference. Greenery indoors can add a lot of perks to your home and provide a real talking point for guests to your home. Finding the balance can be a little tough, but with the right ideas, introducing some nature into your home can make a big difference. To find the right balance, consider these simple tips.

Lighting the way

Natural light is a huge reason to introduce some outdoor flavour into your indoor décor. Natural light can help change the look and feel of a room, as well as helping to lower the reliance on electrical lights. One of the best ways to get that natural light in your home is through a skylight. Installing skylights in Sydney, and other cities with an abundance of sunshine help change the way a room feels and is best done in rooms without windows or those which face the darker sides of the property. Natural light can make walking into any room a genuine joy. 

Breathing easy

Introducing some nature into your indoors is a fantastic way to make breathing a little easier. Greenery and plants help increase oxygen flowing through the room and can also make walking in a little easier on the eye. Depending on the plants or flowers you choose, bringing them indoors can really increase the airflow, as well as creating a beautiful centrepiece to any décor. As well as increasing oxygen, plants can make the perfect solution to help break up white space. Not all walls will be suitable for artwork, but a plant or flower can help introduce a little colour to any room and take the eyes away from blank spaces. Look for simple plants like ferns or broad leaves to not only occupy those corners but introduce some gentle greenery into your home.

Makes you happier

Bringing nature indoors is not only a way to save some money or change the airflow, but it also has proven to make you happier. Whether its natural light or plants inside your home, many studies have shown how nature affects your mood positively and lower stress levels. Seeing natural elements inside your home can be a big booster for any Monday morning, helping you to feel more relaxed and in greater control. Any natural solution can help make you feel more relaxed and less stressed at home should be a must-add.

Textured feels

Depending on the type of nature you choose, you can add some beautiful textures to your home. If you prefer neutral colours then try adding elements of sand or stone inside your home. These can take the shape of plant beds or even accent pieces. Alternatively, try adding a living wall inside your home which can add dramatic textural feel. Living walls of moss are a beautiful way to introduce a burst of colour and feel into your home. Making this wall the centrepiece of a room is an even better way to add a wow factor to your home as well.

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Adding nature to the inside of your home is a fantastic way to introduce colour, texture and even a mood elevator into your life. Try adding plants, light and even an entire wall of living organisms to your home to wow not only your guests but yourself each time you enter the room. Nature wasn’t made to be enjoyed exclusively outdoors, so add some nature to your home today.

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