When we think about "portable" mattresses—whether for a camping trip in one of our beautiful Minnesota state parks or for guests staying in our spare room—we often prioritize convenience, weight,…
As a Building Biology practitioner, I often speak with homeowners who are caught in a difficult position. On one hand, you want to be a good steward of the earth…
It usually happens on a rainy afternoon or after a humid stretch of summer. You walk into the guest bedroom, open the cabinet under the kitchen sink, or step into…
Ever since I was little, being active has been a core part of my life. While organic workout gear and non-toxic home workout equipment weren’t topics I heard about growing…
When we begin the journey of improving our living spaces, "energy efficiency" is usually the first milestone we are encouraged to reach. It feels like the responsible choice—good for the…
When the seasons shift, we are conditioned to look out the window to find the source of our congestion, headaches, and fatigue. We check the pollen counts, blame the blooming…
When we talk about creating a low-toxin home, many people assume everything has to be brand new and come with a "certified organic" price tag. But honestly, some of the…
Do you ever notice in movies or TV shows where someone lives in an old house it always looks shiny and new somehow? While yes, that does happen outside of…
Walking through the front door should feel like a deep exhale. For many of us, however, it often feels like the opposite. We see a pile of mail on the…
The kitchen is often called the heart of the home, but in my work as a building biology practitioner, I have come to see it as something even more significant.…