How to Decorate an Apartment in Eco Style: Where to Start?

Today more and more people choose a "green" lifestyle and look to eco style in interior design. We share 8 simple and effective tips on how to make your apartment's decor modern and practical.

Choose Natural Materials

The simplest and most obvious way to make an interior eco-friendly is to use natural materials when selecting furniture, decor, and home textiles.

Coffee table with a splinter top

Use Thermal Insulation Technologies

We spend a lot of electricity and money on heating and cooling our apartments. However, modern thermal insulation technologies allow us to efficiently retain heat and coolness, and manufacturers of double-glazed windows have already created many different options for glazing that prevent heat loss.

Add Living Plants

There are many ways for eco-style enthusiasts to create a nature corner in an urban apartment: from plant walls and planters to setting up a small winter garden. Even just a few indoor plants can brighten the interior, add coziness, and act as a natural regulator of the microclimate.

Get Rid of Dust Collectors

When creating an eco-friendly interior, it's also helpful to avoid elements that attract dust and are hard to clean: excessive window draperies, textured wall finishes, many open shelves, and furry carpets.

Don't Overdo It

In general, many principles of minimalism are relevant for eco style. Try to include only necessary furniture and avoid over-decorating.

Choose Electrical Appliances Carefully

When buying household appliances, don't just consider price, design, and key features: make sure the energy efficiency class is no lower than A.

Pay attention to new products on the market. For example, the most advanced washing machines can use special sensors to assess load level and fabric type, choosing the optimal wash cycle and time, thus saving water, electricity, and your time.

Pay Attention to Lighting

Respecting natural light, using various lighting scenarios, and light dimmers are simple and effective ways to reduce energy consumption, make the interior more eco-friendly, and set the right level of lighting comfort.

Spot Light Rune Desk Lamp

Breathe Freely

Regular ventilation and damp cleaning are essential for a comfortable life. When living an eco-friendly lifestyle, it's also wise to take care of air purification systems in the room.

Air purifier, a conditioner with additional filtration, or an air breather (a ventilation system for apartments that cleans the air) can handle this task.

Text: Ekaterina Boglevskaya