The Pinterest-worthy nursery of your dreams is often a beautiful disguise for an environment that can be biologically stressful for a newborn. As a building biologist, I view the nursery…
Summer brings a change in pace, but while we’re enjoying the sunshine, our homes are often under more stress than we realize. In Building Biology (Baubiologie), we view the home…
When we think about creating a healthy home, we often start with what is inside: the paint on our walls, the water in our taps, and the air in our…
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…