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It doesn’t have to be cold outside to enjoy a warm and inviting living space. But when fresh air arrives or temperatures drop on a harsh winter’s day, there’s nothing better than relaxing in a relaxed atmosphere.
Creating a comfortable space is easier than you think. Follow these tips to bring out the feeling of warmth and fuzziness.
Create a reading corner
Turning small spaces, cutouts, and corners into usable space can quickly lighten a room. Whether you have a built-in window seat in the master bedroom, an empty nook in the living room, or a kitchen nook with untapped potential, create a cozy space to unwind and enjoy your favorite book at the end of the day. Very easy and rewarding.
The size of the space you work in determines the design of your reading corner. Popular seating options include a window seat with storage to hold your books, a comfortable chair with matching bolsters, or a plush chaise longue. Proper lighting is important for reading. If space allows, add a side table with a lamp or post lamp to brighten up the space. To cool things off, put on a soft throw or add a fluffy pillow to your chair. If you need some ideas, Country Living 25 offers a convenient example here.
Warm things up with throws, blankets, and quilts
Throws, blankets, and quilts add pops of color to any room—and add room warming. You can drape it over the arm or back of a chair, sofa or bench. Or you can place it over the comforter at the foot of the bed. When it comes to walking around on a cold, rainy or snowy day, the softer and thicker the throw (like a variety of velor, sherpa-lined), the more comfortable it will be. A handwoven, crocheted, or handmade afghan quilt adds another priceless layer of warmth to a space—especially if it’s a gift or cherished family heirloom. Elle Décor offers some excellent examples of throwing.
pile on pillows
Pillows complement blankets and throws adding another cozy design element to any room. They brighten up and add character to neutral pieces of furniture. Pillow piles in different shapes, sizes, and fabrics also add texture and flair to the quilt or quilt on your bed. See some perfect examples on HGTV.com.
Paint in warm colors
Applying a fresh, fresh coat of paint is an easy way to transform any room in your home. Stark white or cream walls can make a room look cool and cute. Choosing warm tones such as beige, tan, rustic red, curry, yellow, and orange makes the room feel more comfortable.
Add warmth to interior spaces with natural touches
Adding flowers, plants, and other natural touches to any room makes the environment more comfortable. Whether you grow an herb garden on your windowsill, plant a corner with a large potted plant, or place vases of fresh colorful flowers on tables and countertops, bringing a little bit of the outdoors into a relaxing setting in any indoor space.
Light the stove or candles
There’s just something soothing about lounging in your favorite chair and watching the flames gently glow in the fireplace. If you don’t have a fireplace, sitting by candlelight has the same calming and relaxing effect. Candles are an inexpensive accent piece and come in different shapes, sizes, and scents. Enjoying your favorites as the seasons change – like cinnamon, apple pie or vanilla – adds another dimension of comfort to any room. To maximize safety and reduce waste, choose to use flameless candles.
Layer carpets to soften the space
Solid wood adds charm and beauty to any home, but it’s also cool underfoot. Incorporating rugs into the main living spaces brings charm, colour, texture and warmth to any room. Layered rugs also add depth, dimension, and comfort to a space. To mix things up, lay a smaller patterned rug on top of a larger, solid rug. You can also mix and match textures by laying a herringbone rug over a woven rug. The possibilities are endless: the most important thing is to layer in complementary colors and always avoid choosing patterns and shades that clearly conflict.
Add rustic charm to live in
Rustic, chic, rustic farmhouse are timeless design schemes that never go out of style. Nothing is more inviting than a rustic living space—especially in comparison to a modern, austere, monochromatic space.
When considering rustic décor items, think exposed brick, distressed wood, reclaimed farmhouse dining tables, iron lamp bases, old steam trunks, antique books, handmade covers, and more. Any furniture or accent pieces that look well worn and have stood the test of time add a warm and inviting look to any room. See some beautiful, warm, and comfortable country living room ideas from Country Living here.
Overall, incorporating all or some of these design tips will help you create a relaxing environment in which you can’t wait to unwind.
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