In this conversation, Mariette Frey interviews Gala Magriñá, a holistic home designer, about the concept of holistic home design and its impact on our well-being. They discuss the importance of creating mindful environments that support our physical, mental, and emotional health. Gala explains her 'Beyond Spaces' methodology, which incorporates elements such as Feng Shui, bringing nature into the home, and using healthy materials. They also explore the idea of making small changes to transform our living spaces and the rewarding process of home improvement. 

In this conversation, Mariette and Gala discuss the importance of creating a cohesive space that reflects your personal style and brings joy. They explore the concept of creating a home away from home and the role of design in creating a sanctuary. They also discuss the importance of designing for community and sociability, as well as grounding and stability. They touch on the six-month funk that can occur after a move and the importance of regularly decluttering and reassessing your space. Finally, they discuss Gala's upcoming projects and new course coming out in September of 2024 about holistic interior design.

You can find Gala Magriñá, Well AP, CFSP, HDI and Principal at Gala Magriñá Design on her WEBSITE and on her Instagram.

Takeaways: 

• Create a cohesive space by considering how different elements work together and whether they are 'going to the same party.'
• Design your home to be a sanctuary that supports your well-being and provides a space for relaxation and connection.
• Consider the needs of your family and create spaces that foster intimacy and community.
• Design for grounding and stability by incorporating earthy colors, heavy furniture, and down lighting.
• Regularly reassess your space and declutter to create a supportive environment that reflects your current needs and goals. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:16 What is Holistic Home Design?

04:19 The Importance of Mindful Environments

07:37 Beyond Spaces Methodology

11:48 The Language of Space: Feng Shui

15:12 Bringing Nature into the Home

17:56 The Impact of Light and Air

19:22 The Importance of Healthy Materials

22:11 Creating a Supportive Home Environment

27:44 Making Small Changes for a Big Impact

31:09 The Rewarding Process of Home Improvement

32:27 Creating a Cohesive Space

35:31 Creating a Home Away from Home

38:40 Creating a Sanctuary

41:33 Designing for Community and Sociability

45:40 Designing for Grounding and Stability

49:19 The Six-Month Funk

53:05 Creating Supportive Environments

57:58 Upcoming Projects and Courses

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