Giving meaning to what we do is a fundamental movement within society. Consuming better, investing in the field of mutual aid and solidarity, creating the conditions of well-being for ourselves and for others… are all ways of feeling more in tune with our deepest values and the world around us. And how can we give more meaning to our interior design?

Giving meaning is essential (not far from tautology, I know, but it is sometimes good to break down certain open doors!) It allows us to consolidate and display our values, while positioning ourselves as actors in the world in which we wish to live. Thus, what makes sense is specific to each person, depending on their history and life choices. Only the meaning that belongs to us is the meaning to adopt. Recycled and eco-responsible furniture, amazing wall stickers with messages, healthy environments thanks to plants… are some of the good ideas to give meaning to your decoration. But it is up to each person to accept them or not, to make them their own and, if necessary, to suggest others.

Recycled and eco-responsible furniture

Vintage and recuperation are trendy, which is good news! Emmaus, flea markets and garage sales immediately spring to mind, which are veritable Ali-Baba caves for those who wish to take a deconsumerist approach. But there are also many manufacturers, such as Maximum, who offer furniture and objects made from recycled materials.

Personalised messages

“Good vibes”, you said “good vibes”! Displaying optimism, benevolence and good humour is one of the best ways to create an environment in which you feel good. You can say it loud and clear. You can also write it down with custom stickers to enhance your house. As a reminder, for yourself and for others, you can put them wherever you want: in the hallway, in the kitchen, in the office, in the bathroom …. Finally, the hardest part is choosing the message.

Green plants

I am so attached to it that I obviously could not do without green plants. Beyond the aesthetic aspect, which has its virtues in contributing to well-being, some of them purify the air while others are reputed to be anti-magnetic waves. They therefore help to create a healthier and more welcoming atmosphere in the home.

Handicrafts and art objects

I’m not talking about expensive art pieces, even if that is a possibility… No, what I am offering you are handmade ceramics, weavings, blown glass… all everyday objects which, having been made by craftsmen or artists, have a little extra soul. They are unique and are the result of the intention and attention of the hand that produced them. The little bonus is when you have the opportunity to meet the person who created them and talk to them. The object then has a history that we know.

Natural materials

This is now one of the main areas of progress on the road to sustainable development: less plastic, less synthetic materials. Instead, we choose natural and recyclable materials, such as cotton, linen, wool, wood, stone, clay… In addition to being more respectful of the environment, these materials are particularly pleasant to touch and to use… two birds with one stone!

Children’s drawings

Am I off topic with this item? Maybe a little, but not that much… Framing and hanging children’s drawings on the wall, putting them on a large display, keeping them in an album like a guest book, is to give children a real place and allow them to represent the world as they see it, as they would like it. It is the first step towards building their world of tomorrow. And in general, they have rather good ideas for us all to live together.

Now, what are your good ideas to give meaning to your interior?