Happy by Design

Happy by Design teaches us how we can actively improve our health and wellbeing through the way we design and regard every room in the house. From the paint color that’s been named the happiest to the science of getting a good night’s sleep, Happy by Design offers bite-sized and affordable design ideas that are accessible to all—from a young renter in an urban apartment to a busy family in their own home.

Drawing on advice from experts far and wide, Victoria Harrison’s Happy Home Program helps everyone transform their living spaces and put personal wellbeing first in their homes and neighborhoods. With delightful illustrations and photos on every page, the program is easy to follow and packed with motivating tips and inspiration to help everyone live the happiest life possible. Happy by Design will help you breathe better with the top ten oxygenating houseplants, surround yourself with scents scientifically proven to brighten your mood, and—taking a page from the Danish concept of hygge—keep your home a clean yet cozy sanctuary, free of outside distractions. Discover these simple—but ultimately life-changing—steps.

Table of Contents

Introduction: The Happy Home Program

How to Grow Your Own Fresh Air

How to Decorate with the Happiest Color

Tidy Your Way to Happiness

Unlock the Secret to a Good Night’s Sleep

Discover the Happiest Scents

Harness the Mood-Boosting Power of Flowers

Shine a Light on Wellbeing

How to Create a Cozy Retreat

Wish Happiness for Others

Unearth Happiness in the Garden

How to Be Smarter Than Your Smartphone