Calm Living: Simple Design Transformations to Fill Your Spaces with Tranquility

Calm Living offers a thoughtful, approachable guide to shaping spaces that support clarity, ease, and well-being—at home or at work.

Written by designer and Stanford instructor Olga Trusova, the book draws on principles of design thinking to show how small, intentional changes can have a meaningful impact. Rather than focusing on major renovations or rigid rules, it explores how elements like light, color, sound, layout, and furniture influence how a space feels—and how to adjust them with care.

Through short chapters, accessible tips, and simple exercises, readers are encouraged to experiment and observe what brings a sense of calm and alignment. The guidance is flexible and adaptable, making it useful whether you’re improving a single corner, rethinking a work-from-home setup, or gently refining an entire living space.

Practical and reassuring, this book is well suited for renters, homeowners, creatives, remote workers, and anyone seeking quieter, more supportive environments that reflect their values and everyday needs. It also makes a thoughtful gift for design lovers and those interested in mindful, human-centered living.