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Eco-Minimalist Changes You Can Make In Your Bathroom

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Minimalism is a popular lifestyle movement that’s focused on intentionality and clarity. You’re probably familiar with the aesthetic, as the clean look is evident in modern design and architecture. However, more than its surface-level appearance, minimalism is also characterized by a deeper ideology of sustainable non-consumption. An article published in the Journal of Consumer Culture explains that this is achieved by actively buying less, prolonging the life of what is already owned, and practicing highly intentional and often ethical consumption.

If you genuinely want to adopt the minimalist lifestyle, you’ll have to welcome the eco-friendly aspects that come with the aesthetic. You may wonder how this can apply to your bathroom, which is often filled with numerous supplies and consumes many resources. Here are some ideas you can try.

Have A Smart Home Solar Systems

When non-renewable sources supply most of the world’s electricity, having a smart solar home system can transform your home significantly. It makes your home highly convenient and energy independent, so you don’t have to rely on costly and environmentally harmful energy sources. This can also result in a serious upgrade in your bathroom. Solar-powered smart homes can enhance that clean, minimalist feeling with solar-heated showers and solar LED lighting systems. Hoymiles explains that solar energy systems also automate tracking energy use, which you can monitor, manage, and troubleshoot from your mobile device. This helps you adjust your energy usage based on your data. Some minimalist bathrooms even take energy independence to another level by incorporating rain harvesting to maximize their eco-friendly aspect.

Declutter Your Bathroom!

No matter how nicely you’ve decorated your bathroom, having excess products you don’t need can ruin your aesthetic. Our post, ‘Decluttering Your Home in an Eco-Friendly Way,’ explains that excessive clutter can make it difficult to focus and leave you feeling overwhelmed. Yet, when clearing out your bathroom, you shouldn’t throw anything that could still be useful. Gather all the items you don’t need. If there’s still a good amount of product left, try asking friends and family if they could use it before disposing of it. Go through your medicine cabinets, countertop, shower room, bathtub, and linen cabinets. If you can’t give them away, then dispose of them.

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Transition To A Zero-Waste Bathroom

Once you’ve decluttered your bathroom, you can maintain its cleanliness by making sustainable purchasing decisions in the future. One of the best ways to do this is by implementing a zero-waste bathroom policy. The Guardian reports that a large portion of the recyclable waste in landfills comes from bathroom items. If you want to avoid contributing to that waste (or re-cluttering your decluttered bathroom), try to look for zero-waste alternatives to the products you’re using. Nowadays, you can find zero-waste options for shampoos, conditioners, soaps, deodorants, and even makeup. These products usually come in refillable, recyclable, or compostable packaging and containers. Some have no packaging at all if you buy them from your local health food stores. You can also switch to more sustainable cleaning products, such as vinegar and hot water. For toilet paper, look for options with compostable packaging. You can also switch to a bidet to achieve complete waste-free status.

Being eco-friendly is at the heart of minimalism. If you want to adopt this light, sustainable, and freeing lifestyle, making eco-minimalist changes in your bathroom is a great first step. For more tips on achieving an elevated lifestyle, visit us here at Greenbrook Design.

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Is It Worth It: Why Hire a Designer?

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You love your home, but there are some areas that are no longer working for you, if they ever did at all. You have made the big decision to renovate your kitchen, to give yourself the space you have always envisioned, but it feels overwhelming. How do you know which layout will work best for you? Which style best represents you, and what wood type will pair perfectly with certain colors? The kitchen can be a more difficult renovation because it involves multiple facets, such as plumbing and electrical. Adding in the appliances, lighting, and cabinets decisions can be enough to make your head spin. Planning is a critical part of a kitchen renovation, making it a key area of focus, which is why an experienced designer can help you accomplish your dreams on time and on budget.

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Simple, Stylish, & Smart: The Benefits of a James Martin Vanity

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James Martin Vanities has not disappointed us but provided many of our clients with a bathroom vanity that suited their unique needs, and the shorter lead times have allowed them to get the upgrades they needed within their timeframe. Our goal will always remain to provide our clients with the best possible products that fit their project, whether that is a custom, semi-custom, or predone option like the James Martin Vanity. We are here to assist you in finding the vanity that works for you, which is why we offer a variety of options. Are you ready for a change? Come visit our showroom where we have multiple vanities available for you to browse, and if you like one, you can take it home with you.

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Why Choose a Galley Workstation

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The kitchen sink has often been used to describe someone who packs everything they can think of when going on a trip, but in reality, it is a vital part of the kitchen and one of the most frequently used elements. It’s how we maintain a clean environment as we wash our hands, food, countertops, and dirty dishes. Our entire meal prep revolves around the sink since it is where most of the food is cut and prepared to be turned into a delicious dish for the family, and all the pots are filled. With so much happening around the sink, and it fulfills many roles, the type you choose is important. It should have the capacity to do everything needed in one easy design, which is why Greenbrook Design is proud to be a dealer for the Galley Workstation, a company that has reinvented the sink. Let’s talk about what it is and why you should choose it for your new kitchen sink.

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Why have an Entertainment Space?

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Home is more than just a place to prepare for the next day, to sleep at night, and to eat your meals. It is a place where memories are made. It is where you can take a break from your routine and do something fun with your family. While everyone enjoys gathering in the kitchen, it is not the most ideal area of the home to play a board game or watch a movie. Many homeowners enjoy the idea of having a separate area where the kids can play, or they can host a Super Bowl party. Carving out a place in the home dedicated to just fun is a great way to enjoy family time without worrying about making a mess. Let’s talk about some ways to build your home for entertainment.

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Accessorize, Access, & Accent: What is Open Shelving?

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The kitchen is the center of the home, which means it should be given good consideration when planning its layout. This is especially true when it comes to cabinet design. Closed, glass front, and open shelving are the options available for kitchen cabinets. Open shelving has become a popular choice with homeowners and designers alike due to the elegance and style it brings to the kitchen. Let’s talk about the benefits it can bring to your home and some helpful design tips.

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