7 ways to make your living room cosier

Lily Cichanowicz Lily Cichanowicz
Chalet Gstaad, Ardesia Design Ardesia Design Salas de estilo rústico
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The living room is one of the most used spaces in the home. It is where we gather with guests, spend quality time with our families, visit with friends, or even enjoy some alone time reading a good book. It is a place to enjoy a great movie, to have an after dinner cup of coffee with visitors, and even take the occasion snooze under your favourite wool blanket. No matter the reason for spending time in the living room, it ought to be as cosy as possible. A cosy atmosphere will help forge bonds and bring people together. It is easier to relax in a space that makes us feel comfortable and secure. The utter irresistibility of a cosy room can even promote more time spent as a family. In this bustling world, we all need a homey refuge of warmth and calmness. With these simple tips and tricks you can make your living room cosier.

Which materials to choose

The first step for creating a cosy living room is to choose the right materials. Generally, cosiness can be found in simple and homey styles. You can’t go wrong with using cotton or wool in the upholstery because these fabrics are soft and robust. Plus, they retain heat well. Cotton, wool, or even fleece and cashmere make fantastic throw blankets. You may also wish to include a plush rug made of cotton or even animal hide can be a wonderful, soft finish to any living room. Natural materials like timber and even stone in small portions can also give the living room a comfy cabin feel. This living room is an excellent example of the kinds of materials that work well in a cosy living room. The combination of a simple cotton upholstered sofa, wooden chairs, and a crocheted wool blanket leave this room minimal in style and positively cosy in ambiance.

Which colours to match

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As for colours, the right scheme can do a great deal for the overall cosiness of the living room. Earth tones, neutrals, and warm colours are excellent for bringing a natural sense of comfort and security to a given space. Warm-toned timber in particular will bring a touch of rusticity to your living room. Neutral colours are inviting and pleasing to most people, so these serve as a solid backdrop to a cosy interior. This living room by He.d Creative Group does an excellent job of combining all three types of colour to cultivate a snug little living room. The TV hutch, far wall, curtains, and sofa are neutral white. The floor, coffee table, and chair bring in some warm wooden hues. Meanwhile the olive green wall on the right, the cushions, and the plans ground the space in earthiness.

The textiles

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In addition to choosing the right materials, we recommend layering different textures within the space. This will help give the room that warm homey appearance we are striving for. Incorporate a couple of different throw blankets. You could pair one blanket woven from sheep’s wool with a patterned cashmere blanket in a complementary colour. Doing so will help make the room more look dynamic and intriguing. You will want to strive away from bare floors in a cosy living room. Add an area rug or two in the absence of wall-to-wall carpeting, or consider getting one installed. There’s nothing like having a soft warm rug under your feet in the comfort of your own living room. Adding some cosy cushions to the mix for added seating never hurt, either. We love the combination of this detailed cushion with the woven area rug beneath. They look superb in front of the fireplace

And the candles

There’s nothing like enjoying a cosy ambiance under the glow of some lovely candles. Borrowing from the Scandinavian tradition of creating cosiness in white spaces, we can learn a thing about the appeal of candles. In this part of the world, winters are notoriously dark, to draw people together and keep spirits up, friends and loved ones often gather together by candlelight. In this way, candlelight sustains them and strengthens their bonds with others during what could otherwise be a rather unpleasant time of year. That’s pretty much as cosy as it gets! Invite the gentle flicker of candles into your home to experience this same intrinsic effect. Choose some beautiful candlestick holders like the ones featured here and you’ll wonder how you ever enjoyed the space without them.

How to make the most of the lighting

Though candles serve a purpose of helping to create an enchanting atmosphere, we have more practical lighting to consider. At homify, we are definitely proponents of welcoming natural light into any space. This is the best illumination on the market, and it’s free! Keep windows clean and unobstructed to channel as much natural light as possible into your room. Light coloured walls and windowpanes will also help to enhance the effect of natural light. Indirect lighting, which creates a gentle glow as we can see in the light radiating out of these cornices, is also undeniable cosy. Recessed lighting has a similar effect as well. If you have a fireplace or a wood stove, these implements can bring their own radiant glimmer to the scene.

And finally, the accessories

One of the most important elements of making a living room truly cosy is to truly make it your own. You can do this by personalising with accessories. Adding photos of your family, images that remind you of home, or souvenirs that conjure happy memories will help to make the space feel like a true haven. We also like the idea of including some good books in the living room. Plants can also help to add tranquillity and harmony to the space. This room serves as an excellent example of the ways that the details add to the overall hominess of the living area. There are personal mementos, pillows, and framed pictures that represent the owners’ unique interests. Feeling like a part of you is reflected in the living room is one of the most effective means of making it feel cosy.

For tips on making a more inviting living room, check out these 7 brilliant ideas. Happy decorating!  

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