McClendon Residence living room and fireplace

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With a primary focus on indoor air quality, the interior designer worked alongside the owners to select furnishings that would lighten the home’s toxic load as much as possible. The interior designer utilized formaldehyde-free finishes and glues, as well as low-VOC paints, which contain reduced amounts of volatile organic compounds. The wellness-focused approach also prioritized the home’s natural ventilation, which was already a central aspect of its design.