This Furniture Line Treats Mental Health with Light and Aromatherapy
David Ingram — August 17, 2015 — Art & Design
References: geraldinebiard & design-milk
The 'Jardin d’Hiver' furniture collection by designer Géraldine Biard has been specially made to help promote rest and alleviate anxiety through sensory therapy.
Made specifically in mind for those suffering from the side effects of dementia, this unique range of furniture consists of a credenza, console table and two side tables. Each has been made with wood and copper materials and features a white translucent top meant to represent a soothing winter landscape of snow. Sculpted mountains on top emit an aromatic scent and a concealed light therapy lamp gives off a soothing glow from within.
By using sensory therapy, Biard has attempted to both stimulate the senses and soothe the mind by providing a safe and comforting environment through design.
Made specifically in mind for those suffering from the side effects of dementia, this unique range of furniture consists of a credenza, console table and two side tables. Each has been made with wood and copper materials and features a white translucent top meant to represent a soothing winter landscape of snow. Sculpted mountains on top emit an aromatic scent and a concealed light therapy lamp gives off a soothing glow from within.
By using sensory therapy, Biard has attempted to both stimulate the senses and soothe the mind by providing a safe and comforting environment through design.
Trend Themes
1. Sensory Therapy Furnishings - Furniture designed to alleviate anxiety through sensory therapy creates opportunities for the healthcare and home furniture industries to collaborate on treating mental health issues with non-invasive, holistic solutions.
2. Aromatherapy-enhanced Furniture - The integration of aromatherapy with furniture creates opportunities for the wellness and home furniture industries to enhance consumer experiences and promote relaxation and mental well-being.
3. Light Therapy Furnishings - The use of light therapy in furniture design creates opportunities for the healthcare and home furniture industries to explore non-pharmaceutical methods of treating mental health disorders.
Industry Implications
1. Healthcare - The healthcare industry can leverage sensory therapy furnishings as non-invasive mental health treatments to supplement pharmaceutical treatments.
2. Wellness - Wellness industry can integrate aromatherapy-enhanced furniture in spa and meditation room offerings providing consumers with unique experiences that promote relaxation and mental well-being.
3. Home Furniture - Introducing light therapy furnishings into the home furniture market will create opportunities for functional art designs that promote mental wellness and improve the living environment.
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