Natural assets

Taking ideas from Mother Nature herself will do you and the planet the world of good — interior stylist Selina Lake leads the way

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When it comes to making your home more sustainable, aesthetically pleasing and practical, interior stylist Selina Lake has the answers.

Offering lots of inspiration, she teaches us how to approach our home environment in a different way and how we can all do our bit for the planet and, in turn, benefit from a home that is as chemical and waste-free as possible.

Here, Selina explores gorgeous summerhouses, eco retreats and spaces to find the best natural living ideas to share.

MATERIALS FOR NATURAL LIVING

Opt for sustainable items ethically made from environmentally benign materials.

Rattan lampshades, such as these hanging in a cabin at The Norrmans B&B in Denmark, are perfect examples.