Whether you’ve bought a new house – congratulations! – or you’ve decided to revamp your current one, emotionally connecting with the place you live in is important to ensuring you feel happy in it.
Our homes should be our safe spaces. Our own private oasis to escape the hustle and bustle of the outside world. So here are some simple design tips if you’re looking for inspiration on creating the perfect home for you.
Favourite scents and colours
Your home should be a reflection of the things you love. Having your favourite scents and colours, that’s one simple way of making your space feel more personal to you.
Whether you’re a fan of fresh citrus or buttery vanilla, allow yourself to indulge in these delicious scents through candles, diffusers, or incense. These can either be scents that remind you of a fond memory, or ones that you can create new memories with. Both making your house feel even more homely. Have a look here at some wonderful inspiration on what candle scents will make your home smell delightful.
For those unsure on where to start when it comes to choosing the right colours, why not create a mood board first. Play around with what you like and what you think looks good for that particular room in the house. Remember there are no rules with how you can decorate your space. If it feels like you, then they’ll be perfect for your home.
Frame everything
The most personal thing you can do for your home is to display personal mementos. Family photos, your children’s drawings and postcards can all add so much extra value to your space and really make your house feel like a home.
If you’re able to frame things that would have just gone into a memory box, you can create an incredibly more intimate feel to that space.
Create a cosy glow with lighting
Getting the perfect warm lighting can go such a long way when making your house a home. Especially during winter months, coming back home out of the cold into a lovely and welcoming house can start your evening off in the best way.
Try to avoid white or blue lights and opt for softer hues. If you have a fireplace, these can help, or you can place candles or tealights around your home.
Make it functional
Yes, it’s nice to have an aesthetically pleasing house, but it’s also important to make sure it is practical and functional for your way of living.
Try to think long-term when designing your home and considering what’s trending. Will you still like this design in a year’s time? And will it still be functional?
If you like to stay in on the weekends with a good book, why not consider a reading nook in your living room? Or if you enjoy hosting, it’s useful to have enough places for people to come together and talk. These traits in yourself can be portrayed so beautifully in your interior design choices, so you can enjoy your home as much as possible.
Choose vintage or pre-loved
Pieces that tell a story can make any house a much more interesting home. This can be a dresser that was passed down from previous generations or a rug that was bought while you were travelling.
Decorating your house with objects that tell a story is the perfect way to make it feel much like a home. They ground a room and make everything feel settled and like they belong there. Afterall, things do get better with age.
Take a look at these examples of vintage interior design ideas for your home.
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