When we come home after a long day, all we want to do is relax and spend time with our family.
For us, the living room is the heart of the house. This is where we relax, snuggle on the couch, read, play with our children, and entertain guests. The living room is the space in our home where we spend the most time, which is why we want it to be welcoming, comfortable and inviting at the same time. There's a lot to consider when creating a cosy living room, from mood lighting to cosy textiles to decor. Therefore, we've developed this guide to help you create a cosy living room in just 5 simple steps.
1. Cosy textiles Cushions and blankets are your must-haves for instant comfort and hygge. They may seem like a small detail, but they will tie your room together and prevent your furniture from looking bare. Choose a colour palette that matches the rest of the interior and with the perfect combination and placement of cushions, your sofa or armchair will look more comfortable and cosy. Find more tips and tricks on how to style your cushions here.
2. Soft wool for the feet A rug is often the missing piece that ties the whole room together. We like to think of it as a decorative canvas that helps highlight your furniture. Besides adding warmth, texture and colour to your space, a rug can also help define an area and tie the room together. If you have a more sterile space, a rug can help soften it and it can also potentially help calm down a busy room.
3. Deck the walls If you want to add interest to your living room, try adding some art to your walls. Whether it's adding a single piece of art or an entire wall of art, art always tends to be a topic of conversation. We recommend choosing art that complements the accent colours in your room. If you're not sure, look for colours and tones in your furniture or soft furnishings like cushions and blankets. To add an extra does of interest and personality, try adding different types of art, such as sculptures, baskets, brooms or even textiles.
4. Soothe the senses We are all about stimulating all the senses and having the right scent in your home can be really stimulating. Whether it's scented candle, incense sticks or the smell of the fireplace, we are all for it. We do recommend to stick to one smell at the time and keep the scents natural, as perfumed scents can be overwhelming. Our go to scents are from our Sahumos and Sahumitos, which besides smells fantastic also helps cleanse your space.
5. Colour mood booster Colour has a great effect on our mood and warmer colours are known for their ability to increase comfort and a more intimate atmosphere, think deep blues, warm terracottas and earthy browns. Painting your wall a colour is an instant mood changer, but dark walls are not necessarily for everyone. If you decide to keep your walls light and bright with a coat of white paint, then choose warmer accent colours in your decoration. Creating a colour palette for your room, will make the room look more cohesive and welcoming.
Creating a living room that feels like a warm embrace is all about the little touches. From soft textiles to soothing art on the walls, these simple additions can transform any space into your personal haven. So, mix and match these tips, trust your instincts, and let your home reflect the comfort you deserve. After all, cosy is a feeling—and it's one worth embracing.
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