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THE ART OF HEALTHY LIVING

Our homes don’t need the latest sofa or a trendy paint colour. They need a fresh, natural, and healthy environment that supports us in the most restorative way.

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Why Large Open Spaces Often Fail and How to Make Them Work
DESIGN
Why Large Open Spaces Often Fail and How to Make Them Work
DESIGN

Spacious rooms can look like a dream on a floor plan but can feel cold and awkward in real life. Before you start pushing sofas against walls, here is how to make them work.

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The Space I Refused to Compromise On — Why Every House Needs a Utility Room
HOLISTIC HOME
The Space I Refused to Compromise On — Why Every House Needs a Utility Room
HOLISTIC HOME

The utility room will never win a beauty contest. But backstage? It’s the hardest-working engine room in our house. Here is exactly what I’d do again.

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Perennial Flower Bed Ideas Inspired by the Town of Gardens
PROJECTS & DIY
Perennial Flower Bed Ideas Inspired by the Town of Gardens
PROJECTS & DIY

What makes a flower bed feel effortless? Hint: it’s not endless variety. My early summer trip to Austria’s famous town of gardens taught me that the real magic lies in restraint.

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PROJECTS & DIY
Why Large Open Spaces Often Fail and How to Make Them Work
DESIGN
Why Large Open Spaces Often Fail and How to Make Them Work
DESIGN

Spacious rooms can look like a dream on a floor plan but can feel cold and awkward in real life. Before you start pushing sofas against walls, here is how to make them work.

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Living with Clay Plaster — The Beauty, Trade-Offs and Reality
SUSTAINABILITY
Living with Clay Plaster — The Beauty, Trade-Offs and Reality
SUSTAINABILITY

Choosing clay walls means stepping away from sterile perfection. After ten years of real life scuffs and marks, this is my completely honest take.

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SUSTAINABILITY
How to Plan an Eco Home Around the Sun — A Layout for Every Plot Orientation
DESIGN
How to Plan an Eco Home Around the Sun — A Layout for Every Plot Orientation
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Your plot orientation does not have to dictate a compromised home. See how four simple layouts can work with the sun, light and privacy instead.

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Sound Is the Missing Layer of Comfortable Home Design 
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Sound Is the Missing Layer of Comfortable Home Design 
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If your home looks calm but feels chaotic, it’s time to talk about acoustics — the most overlooked sense in home design.

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STAYING COSY

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Home — the way it’s meant to feel. Calm, grounded, and gently in tune with nature. Thoughtfully designed with care and modern craftsmanship, creating a quiet comfort that lingers.

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Clear the DIY chaos. Bring your vision to life with a planner designed to keep your projects on track and within budget.

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LET YOUR HOME BREATHE WITH YOU

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Hi, I’m Jana! I’ve moved 18 times and built my own eco-house along the way. This is where I share tips and inspiration for slow living, mindful interiors, and creating a home that is healthy and authentically yours.

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Perennial Flower Bed Ideas Inspired by the Town of Gardens
Perennial Flower Bed Ideas Inspired by the Town of Gardens

What makes a flower bed feel effortless? Hint: it’s not endless variety. My early summer trip to Austria’s famous town of gardens taught me that the real magic lies in restraint.

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How I Extended My Growing Season with a Simple DIY Garden Setup
How I Extended My Growing Season with a Simple DIY Garden Setup

I had always dreamed of having a proper greenhouse, but for now I experimented with a much smaller alternative: simple covered containers that acted like tiny cold frames.

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From Bare Branches to Foraged Easter Decor — Bringing Spring Indoors
From Bare Branches to Foraged Easter Decor — Bringing Spring Indoors

Don’t wait for the garden to bloom to bring spring inside. From bare branches to growing edible windowsill forests, explore foraged home decor and master the art of natural Easter table styling.

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How to Frame Your Kids' Art — And Why You Should Do It Too
How to Frame Your Kids' Art — And Why You Should Do It Too

Not only world-famous artists deserve to have their work framed—our kids' masterpieces are just as precious. Personally, my children are my favorite artists in the world!

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Effective Window Cleaning Hacks Everyone Needs
Effective Window Cleaning Hacks Everyone Needs

Every year, the same story repeats itself—my window-cleaning dilemma creeps in from behind my dirty window panes.

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10 Steps to Perfectly Oiled Wooden Countertops
10 Steps to Perfectly Oiled Wooden Countertops

I don't remember exactly when I last oiled my wooden counter tops, but I know I didn't do a particularly good job. It’s time to try again.

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Tassel and Pompom Home Upgrades with a Touch of Whimsy
Tassel and Pompom Home Upgrades with a Touch of Whimsy

I am a sucker for pom-poms, fringes, tassels, you know, everything fun. They can be so girlie, yet stylish once you choose more subdued colours.

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