Synthesis Paper

In my synthesis paper, in order to gain a better understanding of green interior design and apply it to my own living, I scrutinized three research papers introducing the definition of green interior design and several aspects we need to consider when we design green home and rooms. 

Living Green

          When you walk home, tired and covered with dirt, you throw the bag onto the sofa and took off the shoes walking on the cozy carpet towards the sofa. The smooth sunlight shines on the tea table through the Bonsai trees softly. And dozens of green dill and ivy planted in the fiberglass flowerpots that nested in the TV wall are waving their leaves by wind; it looks like they are beckoning to you. The verdant TV wall and faintly discernable light perfume of bloom floating in the air makes your tiredness vanish, just like living in the forest. This is the real home that makes you feel warm and brings you happiness, just as a fancy hotel does for you. I hope more and more people could, increase satisfaction in their lives, and improve the amenity of their residence while contributing to environmental protection through green homes... In order to gain a better understanding of green interior design and apply it to my own living, I scrutinized three research papers introducing the definition of green interior design and several aspects we need to consider when we design green home and rooms.  

         Dennis (2014) defined “Green Home” as an energy-efficient, water-saving, natural resources saving modern home with highly indoor air quality. He declared that when we define green products or practices, the definitions should encompass little or no harmful to human health and environment. In one chapter, Dennis mainly focused on introducing why and how to choose the right furniture and accessories. Most conventional furniture may flood with toxic chemicals and organic pollutions, which is formed during manufacturing, packaging, transport and painting. Formaldehyde, polyurethane, Brominated Flame Retardants (PBDEs) are three most common indoor pollutants, which contribute to Sick Building Syndrome. So polluted indoor air is chronic health killer. That is the reason why we need to choose eco-friendly furniture and accessories. To refer to how to pick up the proper ones; the author mentions seven principles, which are buying the best and most durable furniture, selecting green materials, picking nontoxic finishes, fair trade, easy to clean, ergonomically correct and recycling furniture.