"I designed my space intentionally to reflect my inner identity, culture, and values, and to feel like a warm hug. I believe in conscious curation, beauty, and sustainability," starts Teju Adisa-Farrar, emphasizing the deep connection between her home environment and her personal identity. This sentiment reflects a broader trend where individual spaces are seen as extensions of oneself, integrating sustainable practices that speak to one’s cultural heritage.
"I believe art and colors (more broadly) are life-giving, so I have a lot of art and colors in my house. As a Black Jamaican American woman it is important for me to have art made by Black people, and Black women as well." Teju underscores the significance of representation in art within her home, revealing how such choices affirm her identity and connect her to her cultural roots, promoting a richer living experience.
"My plants bring so much life into the space, and I love propagating them. I use a lot of natural materials ... lots of wood, along with marble, bamboo, and natural fiber textiles," highlights Teju's commitment to creating a warm and sustainable living environment. Her choice of materials not only promotes aesthetic appeal but also reflects her values of sustainability and connection to nature.
"As an environmentalist, Teju explains that many pieces are secondhand. ... And to her, plants are more than decor, 'rather as a necessary part of our environment, as (like plants) humans (too) are part of nature.'" This illustrates her holistic view of living spaces, blending sustainability with identity and advocating for an interconnectedness between humans and nature.
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