There’s nothing like stepping into a warm house in the winter months. Fortunately, you can incorporate many design elements when you are building your home to ensure it feels cosy when the cold weather strikes. Use a combination of the following ideas to optimise a feeling of warmth.
Curtains: Whilst blinds block out light, they are often made of more flimsy and thinner material than their curtain counterparts. Curtains give a sense of warmth and are more effective at retaining heat as well. This is particularly true if they are made of heavy, textured fabrics.
Colour: The colours you use in your home can add warmth, depending on their shade. Brilliant, deeper, darker colours will have this effect so choose earthy tones, black or navy. Also, consider adding a feature wall in a bold shade to bring the feeling of warmth to a room.
Texture: Something as simple as adding texture with throws and cushions can warm a space. Think luxe, soft fabrics like velvet, wool and cashmere, that give a feeling of cosiness and comfort. They will also come in handy when you are snuggling up on your couch or bed.
Timber: Natural timbers add warmth to a space and give a cosy feel. These can take a variety of forms: furniture, a panelled ceiling, light fittings or decorative objects. Consider a stacked wood pile which can double as decor, whether you have a real fireplace or not.
Light: There may be a lack of sunlight and accordingly, natural warmth, during the winter months. Luckily, you can easily accommodate this by adding lamps, ambient lighting or candles. Brighten your home on even the darkest of days.
Not only will these elements instil a feeling of warmth in your home, they will also make it a more pleasant place to snuggle up when the weather is wild outside.
