Environment-proof vacation home design: Top 3 concerns and how to address them

Your seaside vacation home provides that much needed respite from the city. But while it may be located near the beach—and all the picturesque perks that come with a waterfront view and location—your vacation home needs extra care to keep its exterior and interior in sound shape.

In this article, we share 3 home design tips to help you maintain your vacation home and keep it protected from elements like seawater and humidity that would otherwise create preventable damage:

Environmental aggressors

As mentioned, sun, sea, and even sand are some of the common environmental aggressors that can wreak havoc on your vacation home. However, you can remedy this through preventive home design.

First of all, be sure to weatherproof the exterior of the property using paints and finishes that are designed to withstand the elements. This ensures that over time, you will be able to prevent damage. As Philippine weather is high humidity, cracks and peeling cause by water damage is common.

Apart from your exteriors, preventing damage can also be extended to the furniture choices you make for your home. Look for hardy materials such as wood, synthetic fiber, PVC, or even steel, and aluminum. Avoid corrosive materials such as iron.

When decorating outdoor furniture such as a patio vignette, be sure to look for items that are designed to withstand rain and sun. When shopping for say, throw pillows, look for those labeled for outdoor use. However, sturdier furniture doesn’t mean you should skimp on the maintenance. As with any home, be sure to periodically clean furniture and treat it (such as using wood varnish) to prolong its life and beauty.

Finally, if your beach house has a garden, choose plants that are just as hardy and capable of withstanding the elements. Some examples include: Bougainvillea, ivy geraniums, verbenas, and juniper.

Also read: Plants can benefit your mental health. Click here to learn more.

Mold and Mildew

When you haven’t visited your vacation home in a while, moisture due to humidity can accumulate. The result? Mold and mildew can form both inside and outside your vacation home. This can certainly ruin your home’s design, but apart from the unsightliness of mold, it can be hazardous to your health!

To prevent this from happening in the first place, allow your vacation home to breath—literally. Air it out and clean surfaces regularly. For the outside of your home, consider hiring a professional to clean the rooftop and other exterior surfaces.

Water Damage to Interiors

With house guests going in and out after a swim at the beach, water and sand can make its way into your interiors. This in turn can lead to water damage. Once again, paying attention to your home design—and the materials you choose—is vital to preventing long-term damage.

Skip the carpet and hardwood in favor of more durable flooring materials such as sheet vinyl, porcelain, and laminate. Furthermore, you can also place absorbent rugs at high traffic areas where people will be entering and exiting the property, whether it’s to head to the beach or the pool.

A few more cleaning tips

Lastly, keep your vacation home consistently clean with these practical tips:

• Always tidy up after swimming. Clean up any traces of sand and mop up seawater that makes its way into the home.

• Have a designated area for used beach slippers and towels.

• Periodically clean all AC units and electric fans.

• Vacuum floors, nooks, and crannies, as well as furniture, especially all upholstered chairs and sofa sets.

• Shake doormats that may accumulate dust, sand, and grime.

• Clean doors. Don’t forget the doorknobs too!

Need more help in planning your vacation house? Inquire with us today at www.jasanchetainteriors.com!

Renovating this Summer? Here are 3 Home Interior Design Tips To Take Note Of!

Although summer time in the Philippines can sometimes feel like a hybrid of dry and wet season, the hot summer months remains one of the best times of the year to do a home renovation. And with updates being done to your home interior design, you’re less likely to worry about a downpour literally raining on your parade.

If you plan on making repairs or design updates 

First things first: address home repairs

Nothing can ruin good interiors than a leaking ceiling in your living room or dirty tile grouts in your guest powder room. If you’ve been putting off home repairs for some time, summer break is your opportunity to finally work on these—and preventing further damage come wet season. 

Depending on the difficulty of the task, you may consider spending your summer off-days DIY-ing a repair or choose to hire a professional. Here is a list of common repairs. Tackle these first before working on refreshing the rest of your interiors:

• Termite infestations

• Leaking pipes

• Electrical repairs

• Installation of replacement light fixtures

• Septic tank cleaning and desludging

• Window cleaning

• Window replacement

• Interior wall repainting

• Exterior wall repainting

Take this opportunity to refresh your interiors

Once you’ve addressed minor and major repairs, you can turn your attention to refreshing your home interior design. Take a cue from these design trends.

Incorporate Barkitecture into your space

Do you live with pets at home? Barkitecture revolves around incorporating pet furniture seamlessly into your interiors. When planning renovation work this summer that takes your furry friend’s needs into account, you can consider anything from say a dedicated dog shower in a spare room or your garage to sleek mid-century pet beds.

Create a self-space

Summer is all about taking time off for you and your family, so why not use this opportunity to create a self-space to keep the relaxing summer vibe going all year ound? This 2022 home interior design trend refers to a dedicated space at home, where you can relax or enjoy a hobby. The “spathroom” is an example of a self-space.

Add Biophilic elements to your home

Caring for plants—even in small city condos—is the pandemic design trend that is here to stay. And with biophilic design, bringing the outdoors in is all about marrying these key elements: natural light, greenery, and ventilation. The use of organic textures and sustainable furniture and home décor likewise aligns with the biophilic ethos.

Consider maximalist design

One of 2022’s core trends, “maximalist design” actually saw a 300% rise in Google search results. Under this umbrella is country maximalist. You don’t need to go all out with renovating your home to include maximalist design elements. Pick one room or corner and focus on updating that space. For example, you can reupholster a sofa in a child’s bedroom with a floral print in a cheerful color palette; layer rugs in the reading nook of your home office or study; or update an accent wall with wallpaper done in a flora or fauna print.

Need more inspiration? Check out these maximalist pegs on Pinterest

Hire a professional interior designer for the best results

While some decorative projects can certainly be DIY-ed (and makes for a fun summer activity!), when it comes to major home renovations, consider hiring a professional designer.

The benefits of working with a pro includes the following:

• A professional designer can help you bring your reno vision to life with a cohesive plan and help you stay within your designated budget.

• A pro can also lend an expert eye by curating pieces to help you make more streamlined choices for your home.

• Finally, working with a professional ensures quality work that will help you save time, money, and effort on back jobs.

Need more help in planning your summer renovation—or any future reno project? Inquire with us today at www.jasanchetainteriors.com! 

Home design tips for greater productivity

Home design can play a vital role in productivity. However, in the case of the home office, or study room, form is just as important as function. Ergonomic and adjustablefurniture and fixtures are just as important as the accent pieces.

But the great thing about a home office is the full control you have on design decisions, which makes this room as much a personal space as a space for productive work and study.

In this article, we share practical tips for boosting productivity in your work space.

First things first: choose a well-lit spot

Picking a dedicated spot for your office is the first step towards greater productivity while working or studying at home. If you have a spare room, ensure that it receives ample natural light. A well-lit room certainly contributes to a better sense of well-being and motivation versus a closed-in space. To manage the flow of light, install plantation shutters in your home office. 

And as with any other room in your house, equip your home office with a mix of task, ambient, and accent lighting. These will not only provide illumination as the sun goes down but lighting can call highlight design features of your home office.

Pick furniture that works for you

Pay special attention to items that you will often use. Foremost among this is the work desk and chair. Don’t limit yourself to a standard desk similar to those often found in the corporate setting. You can certainly opt for a piece that aligns more with your interior style.

A mid-century modern inspired desk with a wooden table top and sleek legs is a flexible design choice. Ani intricate dining table can provide a larger work space that can be used by both working adults and kids doing homework.

On the other hand, a strong case can be made for working while standing up and a variety of rising desks are now easier to come by. These usually come in minimalist designs that you can easily dress up with stylish tabletop pieces. Conversely, you can opt for a sturdy desktop riser that you can place on your existing table. 

As for your office chair, it pays to invest in an ergonomic piece that will support your back through the work day. Thankfully, office chairs although largely modern in their aesthetic, now come in a greater variety of styles to choose from.

Organize with style

Home offices, as with other rooms in your house, are privy to everyday messes, which in turn can negative affect productivity. Keep work detritus at bay with stylish itemsfor organizing supplies, books, electronics, and other odds and ends. Look for pieces in interesting textures and eye-catching materials like granite, ceramic, metal, acrylic or something earthier like rattan.

Furthermore, consider using cable organizers to prevent gadget chargers, USB cables and other item from creating a visual mess. 

And amid all these practical items, don’t forget to add decorative pieces to breathe life into your space, such as an indoor plant or a framed photo of a loved one or a favorite vacation spot. 

Get inspired

A gallery of paintings or photos that you love—or even DIY drawings by your kids. A mood board to house images, textures, and text that inspires you. A shelf full of your favorite books on design or otherwise. 

A productivity-boosting home office should succeed not only in the home design aspect but in the elements that stimulate you creatively and rouse ideas. 

Need professional help with your office home design and incorporating art into your personal space? Inquire with us today at www.jasanchetainteriors.com!

8 Items to Add To Your Home’s Interior Design in 2022!

As we enter the third year of the pandemic, our homes will continue to provide a much-needed respite amid these challenging times.

In fact, our homes have been working extra hard to be not only our center for rest and relaxation, but a space where work and study takes place. To say that the 2020 and 2021 were the years of the multi-functional space is an understatement—and will likely to continue to trend in 2022 and beyond especially with hybrid work defining the future workplace.

That said, your home should still feel like a home, regardless of the multiple functions it serves. Taking a cue from 2022 style trends, we share eight home interior design pieces to incorporate into your space this year!

1. Curvy seating

Forget harsh lines this 2022. Furniture with curved shapes served as softer counterpoint to your more geometric pieces. Choose a sofa or chair with rounded edges and incorporate this into your seating area.

2. Large indoor trees

Indoor plants will continue to trend in 2022 but this time they are getting bigger in the form of towering indoor trees. If you live in a home with generous ceiling height, consider adding a dragon tree, a money tree, or bamboo palms. It will serve as a much as a natural design element as a statement piece that literally breathes life into your space.

3. Nature-inspired curtains

As much as plants are here to stay, so will nature-inspired home décor piece. An easy way to add flora and fauna elements to your home is through print. Printed drapes not only draw the eye upward but add visual interest to living spaces. 

4. Domestic Technology

In an article for Vogue, American interior designer Kelly Wearstler named domestic technology as a vital element of 2022 homes. Collectively known as the Internet of Things, think of appliances designed to make home life more efficient, like say, a smart air purifier or the ubiquitous robot vacuum.

5. A textured rug

Textures add layers of interest to a home. Natural materials like abaca, by way of an area rug, lends an earthy look and feel to social spaces like your living or dining room o more private spots like the bedroom.

6. An earth-toned leather sofa

Speaking of earthy elements, rich and delicious colors like chocolate and caramel are expected to makes its way into homes. To avoid that gaudy feel, pick one large piece, like a leather sofa in a deep shade. 

7. Retro accents

A perfect complement to earth tones are warm and punchy 1970s-inspired brights. Think mustard yellow, sage, and baked terracotta. Look for decorative items that add interesting pops of color to your home. It can be as simple as a throw draped over a chair, a lampshade, or even a framed print with a decidedly retro vibe.

8. 3D art

Finally, artwork has always been a sophisticated way to spruce up your home. Why? Every painting or functional artwork you put up on the wall or sculpture that takes precedence on your floor tells its own story inasmuch as it represents your own interests. No wonder art collections are deeply personal, almost always setting the stage for alively conversation and the ensuing exchange of ideas. In 2022, consider adding tridimensional artwork to you home. This can anything from a geometric piece to an animal head sculpture.

Whatever trend you choose to incorporate into your home, remember that personal style remains timeless. That being said, make sure to pick out items not only for their popularity but for how their ability seamlessly align with your unique home interior design personality. 

And if you need more help with sprucing up your personal space in 2022—and incorporating thoughtfully selected art into your home, inquire with us today 

at www.jasanchetainteriors.com! 

6 Home Interior Design Trends in 2022 To Try At Home!

As the year comes to a close, 2022 trend predictions are already popping up on the horizon. From Pantone’s color of the year –a beautiful violet-red called Very Peri– to the multiple fashion trends predicted to go viral, home interior designs and decor have their own list of trends to keep an eye out for too! 

From going back to a vintage aesthetic to the “Japandi” look, which is a mix between Scandinavian and Japanese interior design, homeowners can expect a spectrum of home interior design styles to go into style this 2022. 

In this article, we’ve narrowed down the top five trends to try in 2022, as well as tips on the various ways you can incorporate theseinto your space.

Make the old new again! 

With the emphasis on more sustainable living, it’s no surprise that the vintage aesthetic is all the rage nowadays. In fact, an updated take on vintage has started making it into the design radar in 2021 with nostalgic trends like Cottage Core and Grandmillenial.

The proliferation of DIY and upcycling tutorials on the internet reinforces this trend by encouraging small design projects.

If you have vintage or vintage-inspired pieces, you can breathe life into these new life by updating its color, finish, or any of its hardware. Not only does it create a refreshed look for your space, but it also makes your space feel more tailored for you. 

Another way to cop this look with newer items is to look for furniture and home items with retro shapes. 

Big and bold home designs

Experts predict that colorful patterns will be in style once again. Specifically, colors that are bright, bold, and found in nature likeyellow, burgundy, blue, and green.

If you don’t want to go all out, you can incorporate bright huesinto your home in smaller doses. For example:

• Use colorful, patterned wallpaper

• Hang pattered drapes

• Add pops of color through furniture or decorate. You can do this with one large piece such as a chair or a storage piece.

Keeping the home interior design neutral

If big and bold colors are not your speed, don’t worry! Neutral color palettes and Japandi designs are still predicted to be trendy in 2022. Japandi is all about blending in the Japanese aesthetic with Scandinavian design.

This means refreshing, zen-like spaces that incorporate a ton of light, natural materials. This style is not only pleasing and relaxing to the eyes, but it put a premium on functionality and practicality. This makes it great for working spaces like your home office or kids’ study room.

Aside from using neutral tones, opting for curved furniture – bed frames, sofas, end tables – is one of the key ways to achieve this design. Take inspiration from these spaces that perfectly blend wabi-sabi—the concept of finding beauty in imperfection—with Scandi design sensibilities.

Spruce up multi-functional spaces

Even as hybrid work makes its way into 2022, multi-use spaces will continue to trend.

If you wish to spruce up your home office or study, you can make it feel more special by adding home interior design elements from any of the new trends. Perhaps incorporate a Japandi-inspired office desk, or a bespoke reading chair in Very Peri.

And if work and school items have accumulated over the past year, update your storage options, even using these to serve other purposes. For example, shelves that can house supplies and function as a room divider.

Need more inspiration? Check out these “tiny home” designs to see how these homeowners utilize the limited square footage to create a functional home.

Embrace Greenery 

Nature elements—a global phenomenon that started in 2020—will continue to trend. While plantitos and plantitas have started their own covetable urban gardens, if you wish to add greenery into your space (but worry about your black thumb!) there are other ways to do this!

You can add artwork featuring flora and fauna elements, or furniture in organic materials. Lastly, don’t be afraid to explore faux plants, and add these to rooms that don’t get enough sunlight or could use a more relaxing vibe. 

Incorporate art in your Home Interior Design

Something that will never go out of style is artwork. Whether your space sports a clean, modern aesthetic or a quirkier, more colorful look, paintings, sculptures, and functional art can always be incorporated into one’s home.

Looking for professional help to stay on top of trends and to start your art collection? Inquire with us today at www.jasanchetainteriors.com!

5 Home Interior Design Ideas for A Scandinavian-Inspired Space

Every once in a while, home interior design trends change. We’ve seen contemporary modern, cottage core, minimalism come and go – but one trend that continues to stand the test of time is the Scandinavian design. 

A key factor in this design is its effortless way of everyday life. It captures the clean, serene, and natural look without the space feeling void of character and charm. It’s the perfect balance between minimalism and functionality. 

And with the opening of the largest Swedish furniture store, IKEA, we’ve come up with a list of things you can do to incorporate the Scandi aesthetic into your own home. From changing your wall colors to selecting key pieces that will capture its characteristically clean and modern look. 

Open up a can of paint! 

One of the easiest, more affordable ways to spice up your space is by cracking open a can of paint to freshen up your walls. Neutrals and toned-down colors are commonly used in Scandinavian spaces.

Some of popular color choices are:

● White, cream, eggshell

● Light to mid earthy tones

● Various shades of grey

● Pastel tones

While there are no hard and fast rules to design, a tip to achieve that Scandinavian look is to avoid adding too many colors to your design. Instead, look for color choices that will complement the furniture pieces you already have. 

Rethink your bedroom

Scandinavian design is all about functionality, practicality, and comfort. And nothing should be more comfortable than the room you rest in!

Opt for warmer wood tones in furniture pieces such as your bed frame, your bedside tables, cabinets, and armoire. With that finish in mind, having rounded edges will create an inviting, cozy, and peaceful space. You can choose materials such as rattan and solihiya to give that homey feeling. 

When selecting your beddings and other fabric pieces, avoid going for overly busy patterns. Instead opt for monochromatic color choices and pared-down prints. Take inspiration from IKEA’s catalog, and use pattern to bring an interesting pop of print and color like this geometric print fitted sheet in an energetic orange.

And if you want to add texture, use raw materials such as linen and cotton or even a knitted pillowcase – make sure to limit the use of this to minimize the visual busyness.

In your living spaces

Aside from switching up the wall, furniture, and decor colors – there are a few other things that you can incorporate to make your house feel Scandi.

Light wood flooring and neutral walls are the perfect canvas for the furniture pieces that you will put in the space. Choose sofas that are rounded at the corners, with sleek and clean lines. However, do feel free to mix it up with other décor styles such as vintage pieces. Theminimalist look of Scandi stye lends itself well to a curated mix of styles. After all, you do want to avoid that “showroom look.”

Bringing nature indoors is also hugely popular—and more so in the past year as people around the world tended to their own indoor gardens. Potted plants and flowers liven a space, plus these can function as your air purifier indoors! Another tip: choose vases and planters that are made from natural materials, and are at varying heights to help liven up your room. 

For your WFH set up

Scandinavian inspired interior can also work well for your home office or kids’ study room. Because of its light, airy, and clutter-free design, it can help with boostingproductivity and happiness.

To achieve a cohesive look with your entire house, incorporate the same color palette in your office while incorporating other textures and materials like metal and wood. Take inspiration from this space that utilizesrevamped white metal lockers as a workspace console.

Tip: Using textured fabric on your rugs or on decorative pillows warms up the space and can be a subtle way to tie your work space in with your bedroom and your living room.

Personalize your home’s interior design with art

Finally, give your Scandi-inspired home more personality by adding artwork. As with incorporating other décor styles, the Scandinavian aesthetic is the perfect canvas to your own collection of art pieces. Bright colors will pop even more. Sculptures will stand out. And functional art pieces like a decorative mirror can serve as a pièce de résistance

Redesigning your home to capture that Scandinavian look does not have to break the bank! This design style focuses more on simplicity, functionality, and seamlessly blending the new with the more traditional. 

Lastly, keep in mind that Scandinavian home design focuses on combining three aspects of design – beauty, form, and function. And the ease of everyday living at home by creating a relaxing space that makes you feel like you’re at an oasis. 

Need professional help with designing your Scandinavian home and decorating it with your very own art collection? Inquire today at www.jasanchetainteriors.com!