A well-designed interior is much more than an attractive color on the walls or a collection of furnishings and objects. Physical and emotional wellness, creativity, mood, productivity and more are profoundly affected by our surroundings. Simply put, everyone benefits from a space that supports the growth and creativity of its inhabitants. 

For a design to be good, it must consider the natural environment -- of course, in terms of colors and materials, but more importantly, in terms of sustainability. Was the wood responsibly grown and harvested? Can the materials be repurposed or recycled? Check out the custom driftwood light fixtures above! 

...Upcycling, reusing and repurposing materials and objects to create new pieces (like the mantle above, formerly a porch support on an old farm house).

…Using found objects from one's travels and interests as decorative accents, like shells, and beach glass, or Montana river rocks, a zero-waste way to accessorize a room…adding the element of authenticity and history. 

A study in contrasts: chinese lanterns float before a graphic black wall at a yoga studio...

Textural details at a beach resort…basket weave lamps, bronze mirror, seagrass rugs, neutral colors...

Ivory painted brick + burlap table skirt + glass jar lamp + iron bed = Dreamy master bedroom.

Blending different styles and eras, new with old, contemporary with rustic, traditional with modern, beachy with bohemian…breathes life into a space. An eclectic environment is interesting, thought provoking…it can tell a story and create a mood.

Visit Instagram @yogadog to see more images of Rachel's Work and Design aesthetic!