Whether you live in a shared ownership apartment in West Drayton or you have a studio flat in Manchester, bringing in that cosy winter warmth is an essential part of moving with the seasons. There’s nothing like a sprucing up of the home for winter and with a few simple accessories you can transform your home and create that cosy setting on a budget and with whatever kind of space you have.
Cosy Throws
There’s nothing like a throw to really bring in the warmth when it comes to the colder months so covering the house with a few cosy accessories could really help infuse a sense of hygge. Whether you’re into burnt oranges, deep purples or pastel pinks, creating another texture in your home of softness to contrast hardwood floors or leather couches is a great option. Throws are pretty inexpensive, don’t take up much room and are an easy way to transition your shared ownership apartment in London to a comforting cocoon, safe from the wintery weather outside.
All in the lighting
If you’ve ever been on a romantic date to a restaurant, you’ll know lighting can make a big difference to the way you feel and the energy of a room. Warmer lights such as golden glows and orange hues send signals to your brain to help you wind down and relax. Just like a romantic restaurant, lowering the lights will help you feel more at ease, allow your body to relax and even help you get a better sleep at night. Not only will you turn your city apartment at Tower Hamlets into a romantic hideaway with a stunning view, but those cosy nights in will seem a lot more tempting than a chilly one out in London and may just save you some money!
Sensory Scents
Like the weather, winter is just as detectable through its scents. From the crisp fallen leaves of autumn to the toasted cinnamon and sweet apple aromas of winter, bringing the scents of the season into your home can make a big difference to its overall feel. One of the best ways to do this is simply through candles, whether you live in a shared ownership apartment in Ebbsfleet or a city flat in Manchester, peppering the apartment with candles dispelling some sweet fruity scents and undeniable winter warmers, you can welcome in the season while being a selective as you like. Candles and aerosols are a great way to make your apartment always feel fresh and inviting, for yourself and others. If you expect company often, then you could also get some infused candles as well from True Pheromones and others like it.
Layers and more Layers
Just like with our winter wardrobes, you can layer your home for a fashionable and warm feel too. Whether you want to go for plenty of plaid cushions, a new bookshelf or a couple of rugs to keep your toes warm, layering is the way to go in winter. And at a low cost with plenty of opportunities to get creative and make your own, layering up and adding little details can bring that snug feeling into your home and away from the blustery weather outside.
So whether you live in a shared ownership apartment in Gravesham or a city flat in Manchester, making it feel a lot more warm and welcoming in the winter months will have you ready and prepared for hibernation without the constant yearning for those longer days and shorter nights.
