Making room for calm: Why a visual reset matters

Coming from Beirut to Sweden sixteen years ago, one of the biggest changes for me wasn’t just the temperature, it was the sense of space. In a city shaped by history and constant movement, everything was "loud". When I moved to the Nordics, I discovered the power of visual quiet and its effect on my mental health.

I realized that our homes don’t need to be filled with "stuff" to feel complete. In fact, when we clear away the distractions, we leave room for the things that actually mean something to us.