How to create a cosy living space for winter

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Autumn and winter inspire a desire to rest, reflect, and reassess. Transform your home into the ultimate hibernation spot by following these essential tips on how to create a cosy living space for winter.

How to create a cosy living space for winter

Lighting is all-important

Lighting is all-important when you are trying to create a specific atmosphere.

Bright or cool light is stimulating and can heighten emotions and raise energy levels. This is conducive for rooms where you want to maximise focus and concentration, but in relaxation spaces it can cause a sense of anxiety and restlessness.

In your living room and bedroom, make sure that you have soft lighting options to use during these darker days and longer nights. Rather than relying on harsh overhead lights, using a combination of lamps will generate a warm glow that inspires feelings of relaxation and comfort.

Focus on creating warmth

Creating warmth should be the main focus for your interior design. This is not just limited to lighting, but also the colour palette you use, the textures you choose, and the literal temperature of the room.

Autumnal colours such as ochre, terracotta, and crimson are warm, whereas blues and greens are cool. Be careful to balance your strong shades with plenty of warm neutral hues like cream and beige. Avoid stark white which can feel at odds with warm colours due to its cool undertones.

In terms of generating actual warmth, look at your radiators. Check their position in relation to your furniture and make sure that they are not blocked as this will limit their effectiveness. Small rooms might benefit from vertical radiators which take up less space and look uber stylish to boot.

Choosing the right textures will also inspire warmth for a cosy living space this winter. Feel-good textures are enduringly inviting and work to draw you into the room. These types of fabrics include velvet, silk, and wool woven into a chunky knit. Make sure your living room has a rug, throw, and plenty of cushions.

Don’t skimp on decoration

While many modern interior design schemes lead with ‘less is more’, the key to keeping things cosy is to not skimp on decoration.

Don’t be afraid to include plants as well. You might associate them spring because they evoke a connection with light and nature, but they will never be a bad decision in interior décor. Incorporating plants will introduce freshness, lift the design, and oxygenate the room for further relaxation. Choosing scented flowers will make the environment even more soothing.

Nothing creates a cosy ambience quite like candlelight, so don’t hesitate to place some fresh flowers and a candle display on a perfectly styled coffee table.

Final Thoughts on How to create a cosy living space for winter

With these tips, you can create the perfect cosy living space for winter, to snuggle down in.

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