Winter can dominate our mood and push us to crave the indoors during the dark, cold and wet nights. It is easy to let our motivation and happiness slip during seasonal change. Which is why it is beneficial to create a sanctuary at home that is inviting, warm and a place of happiness and peace. Here are 5 simple tips to cosy up your home:
Lighting Is Key
Lighting is the key to cosiness in your home. To achieve this, it is best to go for warm-lit lighting that is not too bright. Warm, dim lighting can bring an inviting ambience to any room which radiates comfort. This can be achieved in any room of the house you like but is especially popular in bedrooms or lounge areas where most people go to wind down.
All The Candles
Over the past year, candles have become extremely popular in adding a cosy aesthetic to homes. Neutral coloured candles can be a simple but effective addition to any room to bring that extra sense of warmth in. You could also opt for ‘flameless’ candles which are electronic and create the illusion of a real wick. These are safer options to implement throughout your home.
A Cosy Colour Palette
Another recent trend that has emerged over social media regarding interior design is cosy colour palettes. Neutral walls and furniture such as beige, stone, grey and taupe can transform a living area. Especially in the winter months, it can bring a warm atmosphere to the room whilst the cold is left outside. Neutral coloured rooms are also easy to accessorise.
Personal Touches
A personal touch that can add a cosy vibe to your home is to hang photographs of loved ones. This could be friends, family, pets etc. A simple touch like this can bring a homely feel to the place as well as lifting your mood when reminded of your favourite memories. You could have a dedicated picture wall or a few frames here and there.
Decorative Throws
Adding decorative throws and blankets to sofas and chairs can also implement a cosy-feel to your home. Sticking to the neutral colour palette with your décor is a great way of creating an inviting feel. Soft, fuzzy throws are a great addition to your furniture in the colder, winter months. They can eliminate the cold atmosphere as well as making a room look expensive and modern.
Rose Woofter writes about sustainable luxury and the growing trend of eco-friendly, yet lavish, travel experiences, with a focus on heritage railway carriages.
