Surprising ways home decor can boost your happiness
Learn simple tricks to help rejuvenate your home, de-clutter your life, and clear your mind.
Jan, 2026
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No matter where you live, careful design can turn your space into a sanctuary. Elements like room layout, sounds from the street, and even the color of your throw pillows come together to determine the character of your home. And good design is about more than aesthetics—it influences your mental and physical health in surprising ways.
With that in mind, here are nine simple ways to both make over your home and improve your outlook.
Written byRose Hayes, MA, RN.
Medically reviewed byAmy Gonzales, MD.
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