Holistic Design

I have been developing the concept of holistic design in order to create awareness of the importance of interior furnishings as an integral part of green design. Whew-I got that out-sort of. The building industry is light years ahead of the interior design industry when it comes to the implementation of green and sustainable materials. In green buildings, both commercial and residential there is little to no mention about how these buildings are furnished. It goes without saying that if you work hard to create a green space and are equally concerned with non toxic finishes then you immediately fill the space with fibers and woods that have been treated with toxic chemicals your space is no longer very green. Yet it happens all the time. People become meticulous about their building materials then haul in any mattress or sofa into the space. Creating awareness starts one step at a time. I will do my best to get the discussion started. The Sustainable Furniture Council is working hard to get some standards together so that consumers will have some criteria by which to judge furniture options.