Articles By

Henrieke Otte, M.Sc.

Why I Gave Up on Zero-Waste Living—and You Might Want To, Too

The Allure of Zero-Waste Living The Allure of Zero-Waste Living (image credits: pixabay) Picture this: sleek glass jars lined up ...
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Why I Don’t Follow Cleaning Schedules Anymore—and You Might Want To, Too

The Pressure of Cleaning Schedules Is Real The Pressure of Cleaning Schedules Is Real (image credits: unsplash) Picture this: It’s ...
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12 Popular Home Features That Are on Their Way Out

Have you ever walked into a home and felt like you’d seen it all before? Like you could almost predict ...
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10 Outdated Bathroom Trends Interior Designers Say to Avoid in 2025

Did you ever walk into a bathroom and instantly feel like you’d stepped back in time? Sometimes, those once-stylish trends ...
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Builders Are Backing Away from Open Concept Homes—Here’s Why

Have you ever tried to escape the chaos of a noisy house, only to realize there’s nowhere to hide? For ...
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Top 6 Countries with the World’s Smallest Apartments

Have you ever wondered how people manage to live, laugh, and even dance in apartments barely bigger than a parking ...
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Norwegian Homes Often Include Saunas as a Daily Wellness Habit

Why Saunas Are More Than Just Hot Rooms in Norway Why Saunas Are More Than Just Hot Rooms in Norway ...
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7 Interior Design Trends That Are Fading Fast

Have you ever walked into a home and felt like you’d stepped into a glossy magazine spread—only to realize it ...
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Top 8 Natural Plants That Help You Sleep More Soundly

Have you ever found yourself staring at the ceiling, wishing for sleep to finally come? You’re not alone—millions struggle to ...
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3 Places With Top Seismic Housing Codes and 7 That Fall Short

Have you ever wondered why some places seem to bounce back from devastating earthquakes while others are left in ruins? ...
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