Friday 13 March 2015

How to get a cosy living room...

I know for sure that my living room is one of the cosiest places in my house....minus my bed of course. There is nothing more inviting for visitors in your home than a cosy living room.

With it being one of the most used rooms of the house, finding a balance between a cosy and functional living room can take some trial and error. Have a look at some of the tips below for making it a successful cosy haven first time...

Id love to brighten the basement media room up with this grey pallet. Very inviting and warm yet doesnt feel like a basement.

1. Throw Blankets and Cushions – By placing one or two throw blankets in your living room you are inviting everyone to curl up and get comfy in your living room. The added extra cushions are great for cuddling up to on a cold evening!


2.  Floor to Ceiling Curtains – A bonus of this is they are good for helping with your heating bills too keeping all the heat in!


Family Room Reveal



3. Footstools – Footstools are on the rise! Not only does it mean you can put your feet up and really snuggle down on the sofa, they are an extra seat if you have visitors and can also make a great coffee table!

Grey footstool


pink footstool



4. Lamps – Lighting is one of the most important parts of achieving a cosy environment. Be it table lamps or floor lamps, explore both options to see what works best with your space.

Living room: Cream colour scheme with comfy couches, brown lamps, green flourishes



5. Rugs – Even on carpeted floors, rugs can define your space. Under foot having a soft squishy pile is always going to feel cosier than a bare floor!


6. Knick-Knacks – These little items can make or break a cosy feeling. Try not to over use and mix styles - pick a theme and run with it!
Living Room

Using any of these ideas can help your living room go from stark and cold to warm and inviting. Keep the amount of space you have available in mind!

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