Welcome to Interior Design Reviews – a high-end luxury furniture review website, where our primary goal is to make your selection of key pieces for your home a breeze. However, our mission goes beyond that. We are passionate about helping you discover products, especially furniture, that originate from sustainable sources and contribute to a healthier living environment.

Our team has years of experience in interior design and specification across four continents and has expertise in creating beautiful and functional spaces. Additionally, we have experience in Green Star, Green Mark, WELL Building, and LEED Certification.

For those unfamiliar with these certification processes, Green Star accreditation focuses on assessing and certifying the sustainability of buildings. By considering factors such as energy efficiency, material selection, and indoor environmental quality, Green Star provides guidelines and criteria that can help identify sustainable and healthy home finishes and furnishings. This accreditation emphasizes the use of environmentally friendly materials, low-emission products, and sustainable sourcing practices, which contribute to creating healthier indoor environments.

Green Mark, the national green building rating system of Singapore, also plays a role in identifying sustainable and healthy home finishes and furnishings. By evaluating criteria such as indoor environmental quality, water and energy efficiency, and sustainable construction practices, Green Mark guides homeowners and designers towards selecting products that promote health and sustainability. It encourages the use of low-toxicity materials, environmentally friendly finishes, and efficient appliances, all of which contribute to healthier living environments.

LEED certification, a widely recognized green building rating system originating in the US, provides guidance on sustainable and healthy home finishes and furnishings. LEED emphasizes the use of materials with low volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions, eco-friendly products, and sustainable sourcing practices. By considering factors such as indoor air quality, resource efficiency, and materials selection, LEED helps homeowners and designers identify finishes and furnishings that promote both sustainability and occupant health.

Lastly, the WELL Building Standard focuses specifically on occupant health and well-being within buildings. This accreditation addresses various factors contributing to a healthy indoor environment, including air quality, lighting, water quality, and thermal comfort. By incorporating the WELL principles, homeowners and designers can select finishes and furnishings that promote optimal indoor air quality, minimize exposure to harmful substances, enhance natural light, and create comfortable and supportive living spaces. Your home should be a sanctuary that supports your well-being, and we strive to guide you in that direction.

While each of these accreditations has its own specific criteria and emphasis, they all contribute to identifying sustainable and healthy home finishes and furnishings. By considering the guidelines and standards set by Green Star, Green Mark, LEED, and WELL, homeowners and designers can make informed choices that prioritize sustainability, occupant health, and well-being within residential spaces.

Despite our extensive experience, we’ve encountered challenges when seeking reliable information from manufacturers and suppliers. The process of discerning which products align with sustainability and health goals can be confusing and time-consuming. This realization inspired us to embark on this journey and do the legwork for you.

Our platform aims to consolidate research and provide you with a comprehensive resource to compare “apples with apples.” We proactively engage with top-tier suppliers, posing important questions about the origins of their products, sustainability practices, and their impact on human health. By doing so, we not only aim to make your selection process easier but also hope to drive positive change within the industry.

We acknowledge that perfection is an ongoing pursuit, and our website will be a work in progress. Nevertheless, we are committed to providing you with a valuable tool that saves you from the tedious task of conducting extensive research on your own. Let us be your trusted guide on this journey towards creating a sustainable, healthy, and beautiful home.

As we embark on this exciting venture together, we invite you to join us. Together, we can shape the industry’s future and inspire positive transformations. Thank you for joining us on this meaningful journey, and we look forward to helping you create a home that reflects your values and enhances your well-being.

The IDR Team