Why Your Truth Matters More Than Trends—The Identity Dimension of Wellness Design

Does your home represent who you truly are, or does it reflect what's popular on Pinterest? In this first official episode of The Space To Be Well, Michele Pelafas and Valerie Putman explore the Identity dimension of The Resonant Space Framework—the foundation for creating spaces that genuinely support your wellbeing.

Discover why wellness design is a philosophy rather than a style, how authenticity in your environment impacts your emotional and physical wellbeing, and what happens when you prioritize personal meaning over popular trends in your space.

If you found this episode valuable, we’d love to see how you apply these ideas in your own home. Share a photo on Instagram with #SpaceToBeWell—and let us know what resonated with you.

Enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you left a review. It’s one of the best ways to support the show, and helps more people who care about beautiful, intentional living know it’s worth their time.

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Design That Feels Like Home—The Philosophy Behind Wellness Design

Does your space support who you are, how you move through your day, and what matters most to you? In this intro episode of The Space To Be Well, Michele Pelafas and Valerie Putman explore how design goes far beyond green juices and fitness equipment to create spaces that genuinely support your mind, body, and soul.

Discover the philosophy and framework behind 20 years of creating spaces for beauty, wellness, and residential clients—and learn why the connection between design and wellbeing deserves far more attention than it currently receives.

If you found this episode valuable, we’d love to see how you apply these ideas in your own home. Share a photo on Instagram with #SpaceToBeWell—and let us know what resonated with you.

Enjoying the podcast? We’d be so grateful if you left a review. It’s one of the best ways to support the show, and helps more people who care about beautiful, intentional living know it’s worth their time.

Subscribe to The Space to Be Well on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or your favorite podcast platform, so you never miss an episode.

Welcome to The Space to be Well—the podcast where luxury interiors meet real wellness. Hosted by design experts Michele Pelafas and Valerie Putman.

Each week, you'll learn how your home might be quietly hurting your wellbeing—and what to do about it.

With over 20 years designing spas, salons, and high-end homes, Michele and Valerie share real stories and smart ideas.

You'll see how your space shapes your morning routine and the way your family spends time together.

This isn’t about trends or paint colors. It’s about how your home feels to live in. How it meets your needs and supports your life.

If you're ready to stop chasing Pinterest perfection and start building a home that works for you, subscribe now.

New episodes weekly on wellness design, luxury interiors, and living well at home.

Learn more at michelepelafas.com