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BY TAMMY SCILEPPI
Shelter has taken on a whole new meaning as everyday life evolves into a different
normal, with changing expectations for what one’s home can and should be.
So, what has sheltering in place taught us and how has it transformed our personal
spaces? As folks started seeing their dwellings in a different light, lessons were
learned along the way about the power of resourcefulness and creativity through DIY
projects on a budget, using space more efficiently, the importance of bringing the
outdoors in, and more.
“Home became a necessary refuge,” says Jennifer Lock Oman, LISW, BCD, a Des
Moines-based psychotherapist with more than 30 years of experience. “The spotlight
has also turned to home in terms of functionality and design.”
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Balancing telecommuting and remote learning requires reimagining home design. (Getty Images)
RETHINKING HOME DESIGN FOR A BRAVE NEW WORLD
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