If your house is a little too cold and lacking in warmth at the moment, you can make the winter months worth waiting for by adopting the cosy atmosphere that gives this season its charm! With just a few different ways to fix it and additions, you can easily turn your apartment into a cosy oasis where you will enjoy coming back. We have consulted some top interior designers and they have shared tips with us that will aid in creating a welcoming environment that overstays the season.
Make Use of a Fireplace
The magic of fire can’t be beat when it comes to filling your dwelling with warmth and unique charm. However, if your apartment or house has a fireplace, use it as a key element of your living room or bedroom.
A Rug is a Must
Create that luxurious and cosy environment with a soft rug. Launch it in the high-traffic areas or keep it under furniture to create a cosy atmosphere.
Layer Lots of Pillows
Have a comfy seating zone by putting cushions of different forms and textures together. It’s a good way to create cosiness and individuality in your space.
Switch Out Your Bedding
Use heavier fabrics for your bedding such as flannel or fleece to stay warm when the temperatures dip at night. Add a few extra blankets or pillow cushions for a warm sleep haven.
Light a Candle (or 10)
Candles give a friendly, dimmer light that instantly creates a warmly inviting space. Ensure their strategic placement around the house to establish a warm and functional atmosphere.
Fill Your Home With Conversation-Starters
Displays some objects like souvenirs, paintings or books with the objective of having conversation and also making your home seem more personal and welcoming.
Ambient Lighting is a Must
Spend more on table lamps and floor lamps that provide the warm and gentle ambiance in all areas. Dimmer switches can be used to change the lighting level to create the desired ambience as well.
Hang Velvet Drapery
Velvet curtains not only bring some cosy feeling but also work as insulators, protecting your house from the cold.
Incorporate Natural Materials
Take out the indoors with the inclusion of natural materials such as wood, wicker and leather. They enliven your home space by delivering warmth and texture to it.
Install Dimmers on Your Light Switches
Set the light on in your home with dimmer switches to turn any occasion in a cosy atmosphere.
Mix and Match Personal Touches
Bring your personal touch to your home by adding unusual decor that represents your lifestyle and interests.
Outfit Your Entryway With a Bench
Make a pleasant entrance with a bench to take off your footwear and relax a bit. Add some hooks to hang jackets and scarves and keep them off the floor.
Hang Fairy Lights
Fairy lights add a tinge of enchantment to a room. Drape them above your bed or use them to decorate your mirrors for an added touch of magic.
Embrace “Grandpa Chic”
Rather pick warm and timeless decor elements including flannels, deep wood tones, and antique accessories to achieve a relaxed and hazy effect.
Decorate Cozy Spaces
Convert the space that is usually uninhabited like the basement and attic into nice rooms with the sitting area, soft lighting and thick rugs.
Add Heavier Accents
Cover your home with cosy blankets, soft cushions, and drapes to give a warm feeling of a cocoon.
Create a Scented Atmosphere
If you need the comfort of warm, cosy smells like cinnamon, vanilla, or cedarwood, use scented candles, diffusers, or potpourri to perfume your home.
Bring Nature Indoors
Introduce indoor greenery either in the form of a houseplant or a flower to vivify, bring colour, and calm the space
By incorporating these 18 tips into your home decor, you can create a cosy sanctuary that you’ll never want to leave. From lighting and textiles to personal touches and natural elements, there are countless ways to make your home warm and inviting, no matter the season. Shop our wide range of homeware decor right here on Zando!
