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Hi, I’m Ingrid Fetell Lee. A designer and author, I founded the Aesthetics of Joy to help you create more joy in life and work through design.

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Does Dopamine Decor Really Work?

Dopamine decor is a trend that involves adding color, pattern, plants, and whimsical objects to your space. But is this just a buzzword, or is there real science here? This post breaks down how dopamine decorating works to boost your mental health, and how to try it in your own space.

How to cleanse your home of negative emotions

How to cleanse your home of negative emotions

If you're looking for a clean slate, go beyond decluttering. In this post, I’ll teach you how to purge your home of regret, guilt, shame, and more to create more space for joy.

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How to make a home feel unique and personal

Ways to make a home feel unique and personal

Design quiz

What's your design personality?

You know your style, but what about your design personality? This quick quiz will help you understand your strengths and challenges when it comes to designing your home, and give you tips to create a home you love on your own terms.

“This book has the power to change everything! Writing with depth, wit, and insight, Ingrid Fetell Lee shares all you need to know in order to create external environments that give rise to inner joy.”

- Susan Cain, Author of Quiet and Founder of Quiet Revolution

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How to be more intuitive

How to be more intuitive — in design and in life

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The science behind the “unexpected red theory”

How to make a Pinboard for Your Home Office

How to Make a Lightweight, Fabric-Covered Pinboard for Your Home Office

Books for Home Design

14 Essential Books for Home Design Inspiration

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Ask Ingrid: Secret Talents, Slow Design, and What To Do When You Have No Idea What Brings You Joy

Color blocks in multiple colors | The Art of Discovery in an Algorithmic Age

The Art of Discovery in an Algorithmic Age

15 Joyful TV shows to watch right now

The Heroine’s Journey Home

The Heroine’s Journey Home

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16 Multicolor Nail Ideas to Inspire Your Next Manicure

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