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Relax on the floor sofa
@Ashton design
Meditation is often done sitting on the floor, but you can also find a comfortable spot on a low-to-the-ground cushion or on a couch. To design this calming space, Ashton Horejs of AshtonForDesign painted the walls a soothing light green, kept decorations to a minimum, and hung lush plants from the ceiling.
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keep bright and bright
Courtesy of Sarah Barnard
Neutral colors like white, gray, and tan give a light and airy feel, but they also help balance the space. Take a cue from designer Sarah Barnard and bring natural light into your meditation room and add meditation cushions, pillows, blankets, and yoga mats to the floor for comfort.
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live freely
DIY show off
In this magical living space, a wicker daybed layered with pillows becomes the perfect place to relax. This blogger hangs a bed canopy lined with string lights in the corner and decorates the area with crystals, plants, and self-care books.
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draw inspiration from nature
Ricky Snyder
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Stick to calm colors
Anise Hochlander
Painting your walls in warm, neutral tones like off-white or beige creates a calming atmosphere. Layering shades of blue can lower stress levels and promote relaxation. In this space by BarnesVanze Architects, a window seat is perfect for lounging or reading, while a yoga mat on the floor provides a dedicated spot to practice mindfulness.
Related: Trending paint colors for 2024, according to design experts
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decorate with houseplants
Provided by Sarah Jacqueline Interiors
Interior designer Sarah Jacqueline favors a combination of Zen decor and greenery in her personal meditation room. Most of them are curtains hanging from her rods. A hanging egg chair in the corner provides a cozy place to sit and practice mindfulness.
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remove all distractions
Kiatipon Punchy
This “white room” at Banyan Tree Veya Phuket in Thailand is dedicated to sensory detox and meditation practices. The stark white walls and floor are paired with only a single yoga mat and a set of singing bowls.
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Scatter cushions and pillows on the floor
Alison LeBrow
Scatter meditation pillows, throw pillows, bean bags, and more throughout your space to create more than one cozy place to sit. Look to Joshua Smith Home and Design to weave in meditation accessories like Buddha statues, singing bowls, and crystals that double as decorations.
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Create a dedicated yoga room
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Make the most of natural light
Sarah Schweikos
Turn a sunny room into your home’s wellness space with a cushioned chair for reading, relaxing, or thinking. Thanks to Z Shaw Architecture, this light-filled room has large windows that can be opened to let in fresh air while practicing. You can also practice mindfulness by sitting on the floor with a comfortable area rug.
Related: 14 Best Reading Chairs That Don’t Compromise on Style or Comfort
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Find decorations that give you a Zen feel
Steve Dutchesshen
For this intimate yoga studio, Anna Cummings of ANA Interiors sources soothing décor, including statues, potted plants, and ceramic vases, to display on built-in shelving.
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Alyssa Gautieri (she) is an Associate Lifestyle Editor. excellent housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining her GH in 2022, she wrote for publications such as: El Deco, chair-like, bobvilla.com, Unique Homes Magazine and lodging magazinein addition to creating product copies for home brands such as BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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