Sustainably, Yours

In this episode of Sustainably, Yours, Julia-Grace and Cailey chat with Ali Davin, the creative genius behind Jute Interior Design and author of the gorgeous book Live Natural. Ali lets us in on the health journey that led her to pursue sustainable interior design and shares how she creates spaces centered around beauty and wellness - for people and for planet. Ali shares her design tips, including how to avoid harmful chemicals, and natural materials take center stage. She shares valuable insights from her book on improving air quality, maximizing natural light, and creating a serene and balanced living environment. Whether you're an experienced advocate of sustainable living or just beginning your journey, this episode offers practical advice that will inspire you to transform your space thoughtfully and sustainably.

In part 1 of our upcycling series, we're joined by Ali Hansen of Nena Hansen Clothing and Katie Chambers of Lue Studios to chat about how they create unique, designer pieces from secondhand clothing. The textile industry contributes 10% of all carbon emissions, and upcycling fills a crucial gap in updating vintage and secondhand clothing into modern, sustainable pieces. Follow Ali here: @Nena_Hansen_ Follow Katie here: @Luestudios

This episode features Teresa McGrath, the Chief Research Officer for Habitable, a nonprofit that studies the health and environmental effects of building materials. Teresa, an environmental chemist, digs into the environmental implications of paint components and offers scientific insights on sustainable alternatives. Some of her suggestions are even trending - popular wall treatments such as Limewash and Roman clay are healthier alternatives. And if you aren't willing to part with your acrylic paint (we get it!), Teresa outlines what to avoid and what to look for in paint ingredients, as well as where to find more sustainable brands.