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Cozy Home: 5 Creative Ways to Add Warmth and Personality

Design, Life October 25, 2021 Derek Lotts
Cozy Home: 5 Creative Ways to Add Warmth and Personality

© Hans Isaacson

We may not be aware of it, but our design and decor choices are a reflection of our personality. The design elements we choose to surround ourselves with have a direct impact on our subconsciousness, affecting everything from our mood to perspective to a sense of well-being. So when the weather starts to get colder, a cozy home can be your personal sanctuary.

When creating your cozy home, consider that this is your personal space where you should feel your best self. So it makes sense that you’d infuse each corner of your living space with elements that make it cozy and full of character. If you need some inspiration for your upcoming makeover, here are five creative ways to add warmth and personality to any space in your home.

 

Create a cozy home atmosphere with the right lighting

Whether we’re talking about a kitchen, a bedroom, or a living room, lighting is one design element that can make or break any room in your home. The right lighting can make any room come to life, improve the overall atmosphere of the space, and make your entire home feel more welcoming. With a number of design choices available on the market, finding lighting fixtures that will highlight your personality and give your home a warmer feel is something you can do with ease.

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Overhead lighting accompanied by floor lamps and directional lights will brighten up a space and help you create a serene living room while strategically placed bathroom lighting will help you design a space that’s perfect for unwinding after a long day.

 

Make conscious color choices

Believe it or not, our choice of colors can drastically impact our emotions and perception. While soft, light colors tend to have a relaxing effect, bold and bright colors are visually stimulating, meaning they excite our brain. While that is not necessarily a bad thing – especially in areas of our home where we could use some creative energy – if you are looking to create a space that looks relaxing and welcoming, it’s best that you use more neutral, calming hues and use bolder ones as accents.

Colors such as white, beige, gray, and soft pastels will go a long way in creating a calming backdrop in a stress-free sanctuary while several pops of colors dispersed throughout the room will enhance visual interest and create a dramatic effect. To maintain balance, use neutral hues for larger surfaces, keep your furniture pretty calm and neutral as well, and then inject some color through statement pieces and accessories.

 

Master the art of layering

When talking about adding warmth and personality to your home, we cannot go without mentioning the art of layering and why it’s so important to master it. Some of the coziest and character-filled homes are the ones that connect various elements and pieces that reflect a homeowner’s personality while at the same time looking as if they were styled by a professional.

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Most importantly, these places are equipped in a way that matches the homeowner’s lifestyle. If you feel like your current furnishings don’t really conform to your particular needs, browsing some online homewares can give you an idea of what you’d enjoy using the most. After all, your home should look exactly like that – a home – not a museum. Therefore, feel free to fill it with items that spark joy, and introduce them in layers for maximum impact.

 

Create a lived-in feel with plants and artwork

Sometimes, it’s the simplest updates that make the biggest impact, and they often include incorporating plants and artwork into a living space. Greenery gives a home that lived-in feel, and it’s very cost-effective. Not only do plants have the ability to brighten up a space and purify the air, but they can also serve as powerful tools for practicing mindfulness.

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When accompanied by powerful artwork, these elements can boost your overall well-being and improve your mood. The best part? The artwork you choose to display is something you can really experiment with and show off your personality and your creative side. You can buy the pictures, print and frame your favorite photos, or make your own art, displaying it on your wall so that it acts as your personal art gallery.

 

Infuse your home with good energy through Feng Shui

Every space exudes a particular energy, and a lot of it has to do with the way a space is arranged. From furniture placement to the use of colors and materials to the presence of natural elements, there are various factors that affect how your living space is perceived. This is where Feng Shui comes into play.

This ancient Chinese practice focuses on utilizing different design elements and decor to attract positive and eliminate negative energy. Comfort and softness are priorities in Feng Shui, so go for breathable materials such as linen that can transform your home decor and keep the color palette light and soft. Accessorize using natural elements such as stone and flowers, and do your best to remove any clutter to remove stagnant chi and attract positive chi.

 

Wrapping up

A cozy home exudes warmth and personality. And unlike what most people think, designing such spaces doesn’t require spending a fortune. In fact, with just a couple of decorating tips and tricks up their sleeve – like the ones mentioned above –anyone can revitalize their home and make it a cozier, more inviting place to be.

 

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