The Holistic Home

The Holistic Home By Susan Salaz

In 2022, seek out design that’s born naturally.

With a renewed focus in the field on sustainability and natural materials, you can expect home interior trends to be naturally refreshing in the coming year. The professionals at the Indiana Design Center are here with holistic design ideas to bring nature-inspired elements to your environment for ultimate luxury that you can enjoy all year long.

Of the many ways to add an essence of nature to your space, the addition of plants and fresh flowers might be the easiest way to start. “Bringing the outdoors in not only brings life to the indoors, but also brings health benefits to the air within your home,” says Stacy Molander, owner and lead designer at Rusted Window (rustedwindow.com) flower market and boutique. She says adding live plants can fit into any style, as containers vary from ceramic pots to woven baskets and beyond. “On a smaller scale, you can rotate in different fresh flowers for pops of color and scents throughout the year.”

Biophilic design takes houseplants to the extreme by playing on our human desire to connect more closely with nature. The living walls, moss art and green panels found at Great Growin’s (greatgrowins.com) supply an innovative and energizing addition to any interior, not only cleaning our air, but adding an artistic touch. “As we increasingly spend more time inside, it is essential to our well-being that we incorporate nature into the spaces where we work, heal, play, study and live,” Stephanie Miller, owner of Great Growin’s, believes. The options are limitless, she says, adding that they work with clients and designers one-on-one to come up with a plantscape that fits their space, budget and vision.

Large-scale windows are a great way to enjoy a natural view without leaving the house. “We are seeing a movement towards floor to ceiling glass,” says Cori Brown, CEO of the Glass House Gallery (theglasshousegallery.com), “so you feel as if the outdoor landscape is part of the home.” She notes the resurgence of skylights, along with a contemporary, oversized adaptation of the garden window: Skycove from Marvin Windows & Doors. “This window allows for a homeowner to feel at one with the outside, as the sides and ceiling of the unit are all glass,” she shares.

With windows come window treatments, and Caryn O’Sullivan, owner of Drapery Street (draperystreet.com) says it’s an exciting time to be in the industry. “We are seeing the ability to achieve design aesthetics with state-of-the-art technology,” says Caryn, adding that Provenance Woven Wood Shades by Hunter Douglas, crafted from natural woods, reeds, bamboo and grasses, are among her favorites right now. These add an organic style to any room and filter sunlight beautifully.

Even kitchens are heading in a greener direction, and not just with color—although green cabinetry is still trending. The desire to go green is affecting design, and the professionals at Conceptual Kitchens & Millwork (conceptualkitchens.com) are accommodating this shift in the kitchens they create. “The farm-to-table movement has taken a stronghold, and will most definitely continue to grow as a method to prepare meals and keep folks healthy,” says Amy Kreutz, partner and senior designer at CK&M, noting that space and appliance selection now cater to this trend to help prepare and preserve fresh food and reduce waste.

With more than 15 showrooms and endless resources, design comes naturally at the Indiana Design Center. Working with a design professional will not only give you confidence in your project, but also help to achieve the results you desire. Visit indianadesigncenter.com or stop by 200 S. Rangeline Road in Carmel to shop the showrooms or schedule a complimentary consultation with a professional designer today.