Steps Taken Towards Promoting Slow Interior Living and Why More Should Adopt It
Amanda Jones Embraces Slow Interiors and Sustainability
Amanda Jones, a passionate advocate for slow interiors and sustainability, has been living with Multiple Sclerosis for many years. This chronic condition has led her to approach decluttering in a way that is manageable, given her struggle with chronic fatigue.
Jones' journey began when she became concerned about the impact of single-use plastic on oceans, wildlife, and communities. This concern led her to become involved in the zero-waste movement.
Before turning to slow interior decoration, Jones was a professional photographer. Her Instagram account, Small Sustainable Steps, which she started in 2012, has taken on several different iterations before focusing on sustainability. With over 30,000 followers, Jones is a new columnist on the platform, active as @small_sustainable_steps.
Jones' account documents her journey to live and decorate a home that is all about sustainability at its core. She questions the quality, recyclability, and materials of items before bringing them into her home. She encourages designing homes that are beautiful, mindful, and not encouraging overconsumption, while being kind to the pocket and the planet.
Jones believes that interior design can encourage overconsumption and pressures to keep up with trends, but it doesn't have to be this way. Her approach to slow interiors is about stepping off the trend treadmill and slowing things down. It's about finding out who you really are and what you and your family really need.
Jones started small, doing regular and consistent decluttering. Over several years, she was able to reduce the contents of her home by 70%. This led to a lighter feeling and simpler routines, making life easier. Additionally, it resulted in less time spent finding things and quicker cleaning.
Jones promotes buying second-hand or vintage items, and supports small businesses, craftspeople, and artisans. She advocates for 'slow interior' design, encouraging mindful and intentional purchases.
In her quest for a sustainable and mindful home, Jones encourages ethics in her decision-making process for interior design purchases. Her approach to slow interiors is about maintaining a simple, mindful, intentional home, and she continues to share her journey and tips with her followers on Instagram.
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