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in si de ha lto n. co m O ak vi lle B ea ve r | T hu rs da y, N ov em be r 28 ,2 01 9 | 60 Today's home builders, designers and innovators are working to create interi- ors and living experiences that take into account consumer trends toward seeking a more healthful environment, inside and out. This year's "Whole Home Concept House," by leading design magazine "House Beautiful", places focus on design elements and appliances created to promote health, livability and sustainability, reflecting the increasing desire of American consumers for an approach to interior design that goes well beyond aesthetics. "At "House Beautiful" we believe our homes should be a refuge that helps you recharge and unplug from our busy external lives - and that if you design it well, you will live a happier and healthier life," said "House Beautiful"'s market director Carisha Swanson. "The Whole Home Concept House is the cul- mination of our year-long wellness initiative. We've built out a real home that embodies and showcases ideas and innovations that feed happiness and drive well-being in every facet of our lives." Here are some of the 2019 Whole Home Concept House's top features that consum- ers can adopt in their own home designs and renovations to improve livability and enhance their home environment. 1. Make it easy to clean Especially for homes with children, choos- ing fabrics and other materials that are tough enough to withstand dirt and stains for flooring, walls and furniture makes it easier for parents who don't want to spend every moment cleaning. For the Whole Home Concept House, Atlanta-based designer Vern Yip used heavy-duty, stain-resistant fabrics in the foyer and living room, along with wipe- able wallpaper that's easy to keep clean. Swanson emphasizes that this approach gives families more time to do the things that they really want to do in life. 2. Fight allergens where they live The latest technology for the laundry room now keeps clothes and linens as free from allergens as possible. Choose Create a healthier more livable home