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Creating Homes That Invite You to Stop and Relax
Life can get pretty hectic, can't it? The daily grind of work, juggling personal responsibilities, and the endless to-do list can sometimes make us feel like we're on a never-ending treadmill. We get it; we've all been there.
What to know about VOC's
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) are a major concern in our homes. They are released as gases from various household items like paint, cleaning products, furniture, and air fresheners. These chemicals contribute to indoor air pollution and can harm our health, causing respiratory issues, headaches, and even cancer with long-term exposure.
Designing for Migraines
Did you know that 39 MILLION Americans suffer from migraines? With migraines being a fairly common ailment, it only makes sense to consider both what prompts these episodes, but also a respite when we experience them.
5 Ways to Improve Existing Kitchen Accessibility
We’ve seen all the fantastic designs for accessible kitchens with varying counter heights, and fantastic built-ins that all require a full kitchen renovation. But, what if a full renovation is not in the cards? How can we create an accessible kitchen using what we have?
Chromotherapy As A Design Consideration
Eternal skeptics here at Waldron Designs, we jumped into scientific papers and decided to establish the validity of Chromotherapy, and we’re excited to share what we found with you, because some of this is what we expected, but most of it is not!
Creating a Space to Retire on Vashon Island
As of 2014, we were one of the top 10 dreamy places to retire according to Huffington Post. It’s not surprising, really. We have a lovely small community. A trip to the grocery store usually means a hug from a friend or a familiar smile and wave. The natural environment here is blissful.
Freestanding tubs - What To Consider
Freestanding bathtubs are stunning. We see them on the covers of magazines and posted all over Instagram (with low-hanging pendants and chandeliers - another topic of concern), and we are seeing so many homes pull out those tried and true alcove tubs to replace them with the lovely freestanding tub for the experience of soaking.
Let’s be honest though, how much are we thinking about that bathing experience and what surrounds this experience? There are many reasons people get freestanding tubs, and many reasons why maybe it's just not worth it.