The Wellness Home Blueprint
The Wellness Home Blueprint
Your essential guide to simple, science-backed ways to detox your space and create a home that supports your health and well-being.
by Michelle Ifversen : Founder of Designwell Studios, Principle Wellness Designer, Integrative Health Practitioner + Environmental Consultant
Our homes and spaces are more than just shelters—they’re environments that deeply influence how we feel, function, and heal each day. From the off-gassing of synthetic materials to poor ventilation and hidden mold, many common design choices unknowingly compromise indoor air quality and overall health. For homeowners, these unseen toxins can contribute to fatigue, allergies, headaches, hormonal disruption, and even chronic illness over time. For designers, understanding these impacts is essential to creating spaces that truly support client well-being rather than unintentionally undermining it.
The Wellness Home Blueprint is important because it bridges the gap between aesthetics and health, empowering both homeowners and designers with clear, science-backed steps to make safer choices. It offers practical guidance to identify hidden toxins, choose healthier materials, and integrate daily habits that elevate indoor environments. In a world where wellness is becoming a necessity rather than a luxury, this guide helps you create homes that don’t just look good—but help people breathe easier, sleep better, and thrive in body and mind.
Good stuff inside:
Common Hidden Toxins in the Home
Healthy Swaps You Can Make Today
Maintenance Tips for a Healthier Home
What Wellness Design Can Do For You
Who this is ideal for:
HOMEOWNER OR PARENT LOOKING TO DETOX YOUR HOME
INTERIOR DESIGNER OR BUILDER WANTING TO OFFER HEALTHY DESIGN
HEALTH PRACTITIONER SUPPORTING CLIENTS WITH CHRONIC ILLNESS
PERSON WITH CHRONIC ILLNESS MANAGING CIRS, MCAS, LYME, OR CHEMICAL SENSITIVITY
Whether you want to identify hidden toxins, create a healthier and more supportive home environment, or expand your knowledge through our resources and educational offerings, we’re here to help you design a life—and a home—where you can truly thrive.