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By Andrea Mast
June 16, 2021

While life seemingly begins to return to pre-pandemic life, many people still spend large amounts of time in their homes. Houses and apartments have become all-inclusive spaces for living, study, work, play, and rest - but accommodating all of these additional activities in the same space that previously served limited functions can be challenging! As a result, more space, natural light, personalized rooms, and more clearly denoted home offices or school rooms intensified in the last year. The importance of mental health also became a priority, with inviting indoor spaces contributing to more positive quarantine experiences. See the ways our interior designers breathed life into these homes.

LEFT to RIGHT: [1] Ruchi A. Mohan of designbyRUCHI, Brooklyn, NY residence featured in Elle Decor [2] Silvana Vergara of Vergara Interiors, Gramercy, NY apartment featured in Domino. [3] Chair from Domino feature ANGLE II ARMCHAIR, TRNK [$2,195]

Silvana Vergara of Vergara Interiors transformed a cozy one-bedroom Grammercy apartment into a roomier and thoughtfully crafted haven. The intentional layout modifications allowed Vergara and her husband the perfect customization for hosting plenty of guests - and even space for a future family. Read the full article on Domino

Ruchi A. Mohan of designbyRUCHI designed a stylish Brooklyn apartment full of light and inviting charm. While the home impresses guests with tailor-made rooms infused with standout pieces, such as a jigsaw coffee table, the house still feels functional. Read more about this project at Elle Decor India

Elaine Burns Thompson of Pistachio Designs notes that “creating some separation from your work environment [is imperative]” is essential, especially when dividing space in a larger room or sharing workspace with others. Transition your home office space, which may have been regular living space pre-pandemic, into an organized and more clearly designated place for work. Find inspiration for home/work balance with these aesthetically pleasing office organizer products. For more home office tips, continue over to Self Magazine

Gala Magriñá of Gala Magriña Design believes that “Our physical spaces are reflections of what’s going on inside of us. They can convey a great deal about what we’re going through at any given time” as 2020 and beyond illuminated that our physical spaces are interconnected to our emotional wellbeing. To that end, many people are sprucing up their home (now office) spaces. With psychology affirming that these reduce stress and improve happiness, read on for ideas about interior design as self-care. Dive into more tips from Gala over at Refinery29


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