Prepare your home to fight allergies and purify the environment. In our day-to-day lives, our home can become a battleground for allergies, with invisible enemies lurking around every corner. From pollen crawling through windows to tiny dust mites lurking in the dust, allergies can affect many people’s quality of life. But all is not lost.…
Prepare your home for the time change Last Sunday we put an end to our summer routines, welcoming the new wintertime, which will last until next Sunday 31 March 2024. With the arrival of wintertime, it is time to think about more than just whether we will sleep an hour more or an hour less;…
16 May, International Day of Light The International Day of Light is a global initiative, promoted by UNESCO, to increase awareness of the science and technologies of light and their impact on the world today. It commemorates the first emission of laser light in 1960, a scientific discovery that provides tools for the benefit of…
By paying attention to the impact that home design may have on our minds and behaviour, we can create spaces that support our mental and physical health. Neuroarchitecture studies how the built environment affects the brain and behaviour. The Silestone Institute offers some tips on how to create spaces that promote well-being and productivity: Incorporate…
Adapting the space in the home to coexist with pets is essential to ensure the comfort and well-being of both pets and people. A well-prepared home is not only a comfortable and safe place for pets, but also for owners. By considering the needs of both, you can create a home space that is safe,…
With all that we have experienced these past two years, we realize how important it is to enjoy the little things, connect with ourselves and always seek our emotional well-being. We spend about 90% of our time indoors. In this sense, the home is our refuge to relax and connect with ourselves, seeking stability, emotional…
How to avoid noise pollution at home çAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), noise is one of the environmental factors that causes the most illnesses. As we are used to generating and enduring it, we are not aware of its harmful effects. Constant noise has many negative effects on human health and well-being. Chronic…
June 7th, World Food Safety Day According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), more than 200 diseases are caused by the consumption of unsafe food containing harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites or chemicals (as of 2021). Proper food preservation and handling helps to keep us…