Living rooms are one of the most important spaces in a home. They are where people go to relax, socialise and unwind. So, it’s important then that a living room is a sea of tranquillity and exudes comfort from every corner. It makes little difference whether your space is big or small; there are five simple ways to add comfort to any living room and these are explored below.
Fireplace Focus
Fireplaces are an instant source of relaxation. They are visually pleasing, and even if they are not used for practical heating purposes, the surrounding features are still a warm centrepiece for any living room. Whether you want to find a vintage fireplace in London or you’d prefer a modern twist on a classic period feature, it is something that is easily achieved. Adorn them with candles and trinkets or keep them plain and simple with a vase of flowers — there is something that could add comfort points to any setting.
Add Warm Lighting
Warm lighting refers to lamps, dimmer bulbs, fairy lights and candle features. The idea is that instead of sitting in a room with bright lighting when you are trying to wind down, the warmth from smaller lighting sources emits a greater relaxation vibe to contribute to the wider mood.
The Small Details Are Important Too
If you are yet to purchase throw pillows, blankets and a rug then put this task at the top of your living room to-do list. These three things make a huge difference to how a room is received. A rug in particular really accentuates all the best feature of the room and creates a central point to which everything is able to gravitate around. Plus, everyone loves a fluffy and warm blanket on a cold evening!
Strategic Furniture Placement
Where your furniture goes in a room makes all the difference to how it feels. Disorganised, random arrangements give connotations of clutter and mess and cause an instant stress response that then causes discomfort and detracts from the ability to find peace. Find a way to make your furniture coexist in sync. This process is trial and error and it might not always go exactly right on the first try. It is fun to dedicate an afternoon to shifting your key pieces around and seeing where they fit best to maximise everyone’s comfort.
Clean The Clutter
Sitting down surrounded by clutter is one of the worst possible ways to try and relax. There are psychological benefits for your well-being in tidying up, organising and making a space have clarity. It is true that a tidy room is better able to support a tidy mind and sitting down at the end of the day in a mess is never going to bring peace.
Living rooms deserve peace and harmony, and this is easily found with some clear direction. Focus on keeping a space simple, free of clutter, supported by warm tones with nurturing accessories like candles and warm blankets. Don’t forget that personal touches add instant warmth too, so hang up those photos and let the room breathe your personality too.