Happy by Design

Happy by Design teaches us how we can actively improve our health and wellbeing through the way we design and regard every room in the house. From the paint color that’s been named the happiest to the science of getting a good night’s sleep, Happy by Design offers bite-sized and affordable design ideas that are accessible to all—from a young renter in an urban apartment to a busy family in their own home. Drawing on advice from experts far and wide, Victoria Harrison’s Happy Home Program helps everyone transform their living spaces and put personal wellbeing first in their homes and neighborhoods. With delightful illustrations and photos on every page, the program is easy to follow and packed with motivating tips and inspiration to help everyone live the happiest life possible. Happy by Design will help you breathe better with the top ten oxygenating houseplants, surround yourself with scents scientifically proven to brighten your mood, and—taking a page from the Danish concept of hygge—keep your home a clean yet cozy sanctuary, free of outside distractions. Discover these simple—but ultimately life-changing—steps. Table of Contents Introduction: The Happy Home Program How to Grow Your Own Fresh Air How to Decorate with the Happiest Color Tidy Your Way to Happiness Unlock the Secret to a Good Night’s Sleep Discover the Happiest Scents Harness the Mood-Boosting Power of Flowers Shine a Light on Wellbeing How to Create a Cozy Retreat Wish Happiness for Others Unearth Happiness in the Garden How to Be Smarter Than Your Smartphone