The journal — page 15

Design insights

April 29, 2020 — Design

COVID-19 ~7 Expert-Recommended Tips for Staying Healthy While Working From Home ~

Photo Credit: Rawpixel 7 Expert-Recommended Tips for Staying Healthy While Working From Home With COVID-19 restrictions still in place and the number of cases still rising, non-essential workers across the country are working more hours from home. Getting used to remote work can be a challenge for many folks, and staying protected against coronavirus can […]

April 16, 2020 — Design

COVID-19 ~ Time To Get Cozy: How to Make Staying at Home a Luxury ~

“Shelter at home” is becoming as commonplace a phrase as “eat your veggies,” but like that ubiquitous childhood phrase, there’s something off about the juxtaposition of “shelter” and “home.” It conjures cold war images of dank, dimly lit cellar spaces where we huddle beneath scratchy wool blankets and wait for the all’s-clear sirens. But that’s […]

April 14, 2020 — Design

Fighting COVID-19 ~How The Design Industry Is Giving Back~

In order to help stop the spread of the coronavirus the CDC is now recommending that everyone wear a non-medical face mask in public. In our new world of social distancing, this is especially important in settings such as the pharmacy, subway, and grocery store. Well documented sources are showing us that the virus is […]

April 1, 2020 — Design

Top 8 Tips for Designing Your Own Creative Space

Photo Credit: Pixabay Having a space in your home dedicated to creative pursuits can go a long way to help inspire you and maximize your creative potential. A creative space can have many purposes and functions. If you have a creative career, it can allow you to work from home. If your creativity is recreational, […]

March 31, 2020 — Design

Quarantine At Home? A Secret To Keep Your Spirits Up During This Time

Indoor plants have a variety of positive effects on us. They purify the air, increase creativity and boost our moods. Plus, they liven up any space and add texture and color. Whatever design style your home is, there are plants that fit right in. Whether you live in a loft or a farmhouse, plants give […]

March 30, 2020 — Design

Top 10 Extensive Tips That Prevent a Mess When Painting

Painting a room can be a messy job. But with care and attention, you can achieve a perfect, error-free finish. Here are 10 top tips to help prevent a mess when painting. Planning 1. Make an Assessment Consider whether you’re painting just the walls, the ceiling too, or everything in the room including the doors […]