Elements of nature in your wallpaper and how it can help reduce stress levels
The outdoors isn't for everyone, but there's no denying nature can stimulate your health, specifically lowering your stress levels – and several studies have proven it.
The National Center for Biotechnology Information published research correlating the level of nature and stress response. As it turns out, being exposed to mother nature and greenery has a calming effect on people. The same goes for those who don't enjoy the outdoors or don't have enough time to step outside. Fortunately, anyone can experience nature's magic from within four walls, and interior design has a significant role to play in that.
One of the most effective ways to incorporate nature into a room is through the wallpaper. In recent years, more consumers have turned to wallpaper as the main design in a personal or commercial space, and while choosing the right wall covering, they considered its effect on people.
Adding natural elements to wallpaper can help reduce stress and anxiety, whether it's through print design or color. It can also increase cognitive ability and improve a person’s overall well-being.
Landscape
Looking at photos of nature can have the same stimulus to lower stress levels. As such, having wall murals with beautiful green landscapes is as effective. More than waking up to a pleasant feeling, a wall mural can easily transport you to a favorite memory, vacation spot, or scenery.
Using wall murals is also an easy way to stay within a room's theme, such that it becomes the main attraction. Some nature-inspired landscapes include forests, oceans, and sunsets.
Natural materials: Wood and stone
Adding wooden furniture to any space is one way of using biophilic design, but wood can be added through wallpaper for those with other materials in mind. Another natural material is stone, which has become an increasingly popular wallpaper design.
Wood and stone wallpapers also add depth and texture to any space, depending on the design. It is also a great way to elevate a room's appearance without having to pay a hefty price for the real thing.
The stars and sky
Many designers often neglect the ceiling, or the fifth wall as we call it. The ceiling is a vast space that can be utilized for art, such as wallpapers. Illuminated ceiling coverings that depict the bright sky or dreamy stars can help people connect with nature and, as a result, feel the same calming effect.
For risk-averse designers who would rather keep the ceiling a neat and clean color, using the same stars or sky prints for usual wallpapers is also effective in lowering stress levels.
Leaves and flowers
Bring the beauty and tranquility of nature into your home with wallpaper prints of leaves and flowers. Leafy wallpapers have been an increasingly popular trend in recent years, particularly palm leaves. Not only are they a refreshing sight to see, but they also feature hues of green, a color known to reduce stress.
Meanwhile, floral designs have been associated with femininity because of the lightness and beauty it adds to a space. Flower designs also depict nature in the most beautiful and colorful ways.
Green and blue
The colors green and blue are predominantly found in nature. Green-colored wallpapers are linked to several health benefits, reducing stress among them. In addition, it is a color pleasing to the eyes, often described as refreshing and serene.
Similarly, blue is a soothing color that represents peace and calmness. Different hues of blues are reminiscent of the sky and the ocean, emitting a relaxing atmosphere that can slow heart rate and even lower blood pressure.
Besides being aesthetically pleasing, using nature-themed wallpaper can change your everyday life. Without knowing it, our wallpaper can positively impact our stress levels and improve our overall being. If you're ready to incorporate nature indoors, contact our team of experts at Bijou.