Alexis Walker
The single most important factor when it comes to making a house into a home is how the place makes you feel. Needless to say, the décor you pick may play a pivotal role in the way you perceive your home, as well as the way in which it is perceived by others. To a lot of people, their home is a place where one comes to recharge their batteries after a long day at work, a place of safety, relaxation and comfort. With that in mind, here are some décor tips & tricks that will help you make a home décor that’s warm and relaxing.
Bring some life inside
The first thing you need to understand is the fact that the biggest problem with modern furniture materials lies in the fact that they’re perceived as too cold. This means that you wouldn’t be able to go with contemporary décor and have a warm looking interior at the same time, right? Well, not necessarily. By starting a simple indoor jungle, you can make the place appear more vivacious, even more private. Still, if you want to push this notion even further and are someone who likes to go wild on a thermostat, you could even purchase a couple of plants that thrive in the heat. Succulents and cacti are the most obvious choice, even though you wouldn’t go wrong with Aloe Vera either.
Some privacy
As you could probably notice, several times over, we’ve used terms such as private to describe feature elements for your home. This is because, in order for it to be warm and relaxing, your home needs to become your private oasis, your sanctuary and this means keeping it shut from the rest of the world. Even though no one can deny the importance of natural light for the mental health of inhabitants, you might want to consider investing in heavy floor-to-ceiling curtains for the room. In order to make this fabric scheme complete, investing in a warm wool carpet might also be a great idea.
Lamps and lighting
Regardless of the color palette that you decide to go with, there’s always a way to make your home appear a lot warmer, provided that you go with a more intimate lighting scheme. First of all, dim, soft lights are always a win but why stop there. One of the most interesting and innovative ideas is that you should go with colored lights. Traditional yellow life is positive and empowering, while orange tends to be both creative and warming. Even green can be used in order to introduce some balance or harmony within your home. Your options are endless and the appearance of the fixture in question can be just as important.
Accessorize with calming motifs
Another great idea is the scenario where you need to accessorize your home with motifs that you, personally, find to be calming. This is a similar principle to choosing a desktop for your computer and what you need to do is find an image that will help you visualize your ideal getaway. This will help you get a simple mental getaway whenever you feel like you need it.
In conclusion
The very last thing you need to keep in mind is that, unless you’re living alone, you need to get the rest of your home’s inhabitants on board before making any major decisions. Remember, this place needs to be a home to everyone who lives here and if you create a décor that you personally love and the rest of your family hates, you’ve done nothing. Only by keeping this in mind, will you ever be able to bring this indoor harmony to come to life.
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