Do you ever stumble upon a picture of a home that looks cozy and beautifully decorated and think, “I wish my home looked like that”? Good news! Creating an inviting home is simple when you break down each element that ties the look and feel together. Here are 14 ways you can create the warm and inviting home you’ve always wanted.
- Spruce up your bedding
Make sure to choose bedding that matches nicely with the room. Spring for more expensive sheets to make the beds cozier!
- Add some throw blankets
Find some nice throw blankets that coordinate with your living area and bedroom. A nice throw blanket on the living room couch makes people want to make themselves right at home. Keeping a throw on your bed can give it a nice decorative touch.
- Don’t forget the blanket basket
If you can’t decide what throw blanket to display, why not pick out your most stylish ones and find a nice woven basket to put them in. Keeping a blanket basket in your living room invites your guest to grab a blanket and stay a while!
- Get yourself a comfy couch
Nothing says, “Welcome!” quite like a nice, comfortable couch. The couch is the staple of a living space, so choosing the right one will elevate the room.
- Accentuate the fireplace
If your house has a fireplace, highlight it by decorating the mantle area with things like vases or other decorative pieces. Don’t try too hard to follow a set decorative plan for your mantle. Finding pieces you think are cool, unique, and coordinate with the room helps give your space some personality! Also, putting one big focal piece, such as a mirror or painting, in the area above the fireplace will help draw people’s eye.
- Make room for some fresh flowers
Fresh flowers can make a great, inviting addition to the kitchen and/or bathroom! Visit your local grocery store or farmers market. Pick out flowers that match or coordinate with the room you want them in and find a nice vase to put them in.
- Use just the right lighting
The right lighting can work wonders. If you’re having a cocktail party, you’ll want to give your room plenty of light. This invites your guests in from the outside and highlights your home’s features on the inside. When you are having a small get-together with close friends, dimmed lighting can create a cozy atmosphere.
- Use light paint colors
Light, vibrant paint colors can make any room look warm and inviting. Dark colors tend to make rooms look smaller and don’t have a very homey appeal.
- Make a great outdoor hangout spot
Take your living space outdoors! Comfortable chairs and a fire pit are a great addition to your outdoor space for fair weather seasons.
- Let there be candlelight
Having plenty of candles and your home gives it a sense of warmth. Put a couple candles in each room and people will feel a sense of comfort no matter where they are in your home.
- Hang unique mirrors
Placing a cool mirror above a dresser or table can give a room personality and reflect your style. Mirrors also give the illusion that a room is much larger than it really might be.
- Get plenty of comfortable pillows
Pillows can be a great accent to a living area. Investing in ones that are comfortable and stylish takes it to a whole new level.
- Incorporate a large area rug
If your living area is hardwood, a large area rug will instantly warm up the space. People sometimes like to make the area rug a focal point and choose their accessories, pillows, and paint color based on the color and/or pattern of the rug.
- Create themed photo collages
Displaying pictures is a great way to let people know who or what is most important to you and also adds a personal touch to your home. Make a framed collage to add to an empty wall by choosing a bunch of pictures that have a common theme, like a family vacation or special event. You can buy collage frames pre-made or group individual frames together for added style.
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