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13. Beyond Beautiful Spaces: Why Sustainable Art Matters in Interior Design
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- Design with Impact
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- Jul 7, 2026
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- 2168
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Episode 13: Beyond Beautiful Spaces: Why Sustainable Art Matters in Interior Design Description: Artwork is often the finishing touch that brings a space to life—but have you ever stopped to consider its environmental impact? In this episode of Design with Impact , Alex sits down with Jenny McCarty , founder of Sage Leaf Studio , to explore what makes artwork truly sustainable. With a unique background in ecology and water resource management, Jenny combines science, conservation, and creativity to create beautiful wildlife-inspired art while minimizing environmental impact. Together, they discuss how interior designers can make more thoughtful art selections, what questions to ask artists, and why artwork deserves a place in every sustainable design conversation. From eco-friendly materials and low-tox finishes to packaging, shipping, and conservation, this episode offers a fresh perspective on specifying art with intention. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How Jenny's background in ecology shaped her journey into sustainable art. Why sustainability should extend beyond furniture and finishes to include artwork. What makes a piece of artwork truly eco-friendly. The environmental impact of traditional art materials and packaging. How Jenny built a values-driven art business using recycled materials, sustainable packaging, and conservation initiatives. Why perfection isn't necessary when building a sustainable business—and why progress matters more. How asking manufacturers and suppliers better questions can create industry-wide change. Why original artwork creates more meaningful, lasting interiors than mass-produced décor. Practical questions interior designers can ask artists before specifying artwork. Encouraging trends in the art industry, from eco-friendly pigme…