Why are people so passionate about home design?

 

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Today, we're embarking on a captivating journey into the enchanting world of home design, a topic that transcends technical principles and delves into the enthralling realms of psychology and behavior.

Our topic for today is all about the intense feelings of excitement and passion that often ignite within us during our personal home design journey.

These feelings can be a blend of joy and anticipation when we imagine our dream home or a sense of achievement and pride when we see our design ideas materialize.

We'll also explore the emotional and psychological factors that fuel this passion and inspire us to be so deeply involved in our home design process.

Or, as the title above asks straightforwardly - Why are people so passionate about home design?

If you've ever found yourself drawn to the magic of interior design, you're not alone. Let's delve into this fascinating world together!

 

'Finding My Passion For Home - Why Are People So Passionate About Home Design?.'

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1. Convenient & Easy.

 

Ernest Hemingway once said:

"One cat just leads to another."

 

Ever wondered why people get so invested in their home design?

Well, it's all because of a fascinating phenomenon, a small chain reaction that sets off a wave of passion.

"Chain who?" You must be mumbling now.

Relax. It's simpler than you think.

Consider this: where else on earth does the average person have the unique opportunity to design a physical space in their lifetime, if not their own four walls? It's a chance for personal expression that's truly one-of-a-kind, inspiring a wave of creativity.

It will probably be the only chance to design something meaningful for most people.

Under these circumstances, the average person may find themselves designing their own home at least once. For those with hidden creative potential, this process can be a revelation, a chance to 'sink into it' and discover a passion they never knew they had, empowering them to explore their creativity. 

So, it's no wonder some people become passionate about their home design process. It all starts with considerations of comfort and ease, a practical approach many take. But for some, this process becomes more than just practical - it evolves into a source of passion and creativity, engaging them in a fulfilling and motivating journey.

 

I find this whole home-Decor thing pretty interesting..

 

Think of it as a fascinating rendezvous point between the law of large numbers and some behavioral psychology mixed with home design elements.

 

On to the next one in our 'Why Are People So Passionate About Home Design?' inquiry.

 

 

2. Home Is Where The Heart Is.

 

"Home is where the heart is," said roman naval commander Gaius Plinius, and since then, we have all repeated it as a mantra. Even the great Elvis, who often found solace in his Graceland home, had something to say about it.

But have you ever wondered what this phrase - 'Home is where the heart is ' - really means?

Well, we can't ask Gaius since we don't think he's still breathing. But if we had to take a wild guess, we'd say that his original intention was to claim that the true meaning of the 'Home' concept is much deeper than a physical space. It's that anchor, that 'safe place' we all yearn for, where we feel protected, maskless, and peaceful. It's a place we're always happy to return to.

And given his many seafaring wanderings, Gaius was probably trying to say that it doesn't really matter where your brick-and-mortar house is - Your 'Home' is where your sense of serenity increases. 'Home is where the heart is.' A comforting thought, isn't it?

And if this place happens to be the house you actually live in - congratulations! You have won the jackpot.

 

More than being a physical concept - a house is a feeling of stability and peace

 

After delving into the profound meaning of the 'Home concept' as a source of stability and serenity and recognizing its undeniable functional importance as an area that facilitates everyday life, it becomes evident why this space holds such immense significance, both physically and mentally, for most people.

Now, let's think about how we typically respond to things that hold immense importance in our lives.

You got that right - Passionately.

So now, it is better understood why some people are so passionate about their home design - after all, it constitutes one of the anchors of their lives - both physically and emotionally. This emotional connection is what fuels their passion for the 'care tools' - Home design - and it's this understanding that can help us appreciate their passion.

For many, their home is not just a place but a gateway to their future, their family, and the exciting experiences that lie ahead. This anticipation and excitement naturally lead to a passionate approach towards home design, filling their hearts with hope and their minds with plans for the future.

 

On to the next one in our 'Why Are People So Passionate About Home Design?' inquiry.

 

 

3. Their Business Card Towards The World.

 

Although most of us are familiar with the famous phrase by Benjamin Franklin: "Guests, like fish, begin to smell after three days." Still, for most people, due to its enormous importance (see paragraph two), the way in which their home is perceived by other people (usually in the context of hospitality) highly affects their sense of self-worth since they believe it reflects how the environment perceives them as human beings.

As an amusing paraphrase -"My house looks shitty" (in their eyes) equals "I'm shitty."

It sheds some light on the psychological and behavioral phenomena regarding some people's strange behavior while preparing to greet guests in their homes (Remember how mom used to freak out twenty minutes before the guests arrived?).

As far as they are concerned, their home is their business card to society, and they'll be damned to let him misrepresent them.

According to this perception, a well-designed/high-quality house - design-wise - can define, to a certain extent, the position of its owner on the social scale.

This is why people quickly become so passionate about decorating their homes.

If you're curious to delve deeper into the' why' behind this phenomenon, I highly recommend checking out this excellent article by Scientific American. It provides a fascinating scientific perspective on why some people are so concerned about how others perceive them, especially in the context of their home.

 

"My house looks good? Thank you, you are so kind.."

 

It's quite similar to the 'beauty' industry, where people consider their physical appearance to be something that defines them and their social status, quickly leading to increased preoccupation and passion for improving their appearance.

 

On to the next one in our 'Why Are People So Passionate About Home Design?' inquiry.

 

 

4. Personal Training Ground.

 

Ultimately, your home should be the sanctuary where you feel most at ease, a place that wraps you in comfort and tranquility.

Considerable evidence points to stress as the primary adversary of creativity. It's in the moments of peace and calm that our best ideas take flight, inspiring us to new heights.

From here on, it's just a simple math:

Suppose your home is where you feel most at ease. And, As mentioned above, relaxation is the primary source of inspiration and creativity. In that case, if you suddenly get 'caught' by a burst of creativity, it will probably occur while you are at home, in your relaxing environment.

It's a natural progression, then, that as you find comfort and peace in your home, you'll likely find yourself drawn to design matters, directly resulting from the inspiration and creativity your home environment fosters. This comfort and peace in your home is a reassuring constant in your life.

From there, due to the continuous occupation with it (and the fact that the average person spends a significant amount of time within his home), the road to becoming passionate about home design matters is very short. As the saying goes, 'appetite comes with eating,' meaning the more you engage with something, the more you'll come to enjoy it.

 

 Creativity - it will surprise you in your home peace!

 

By the way, Check out this excellent article if you wish to know how to create a relaxing atmosphere that will inspire your creativity with home design matters.

So, although we are not, under any circumstances, a blog dealing with psychological matters, if you ever wonder why you have some love/hidden affection for Interior Design, we hope the reasons above help clarify your feelings.

We'd love to hear about your experiences with home design and creativity. Share your thoughts in the comments below!  

Who knows, maybe after reading some of your comments, we'll know a bit better why people are so passionate about home design.

 

 

 

We hope this article - ''Finding My Passion For Home - Why Are People So Passionate About Home Design?'' - helped you understand why some people are passionate about home design.

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