These 6 Simple Tweaks Will Make Your Living Space More Inviting
There are a few things we tend to notice when we walk into a room; whether we like the colors, the decor, the layout, and how it makes us “feel”. Some of what we notice might be blatantly obvious, while there may be some subtle things we might not even realize are adding/or subtracting from the appeal of the space.
Here are 6 little tweaks/tricks we use to boost the “ambiance” of a home.
1) Lighting
When considering the lighting of a home, we like to first make sure all the lighting temperatures within a room are the same! It can really throw off the balance if one lamp is putting off cool light while another is casting a warm glow.
Whatever temp you prefer, making sure they are the same can really add a nice balanced feel.
2) Baskets
(Decorative containers will work too!)
Basically anything enclosed and that matches well with your current decor. We all seem to have those little piles of accumulated clutter that show up on counter tops, stuffed in drawers or even in the corner of closets.
One of my favorite ways to handle this is to pick up a couple matching sets of baskets and disperse them throughout my home. Any clutter I see that I’m not in the mood to deal with at the moment gets tossed right in. Out of sight, yet not quite out of mind. This helps add a nice “put together/clutter free” essence to your place.
3) Candles
Candles are another favorite of mine to have sprinkled throughout your space! I usually have one on my coffee table and one on the kitchen counter. I love the feeling of relaxation and contentment that they add to a home, especially when putting off the scent of creamy vanilla or soothing sandalwood. What’s more warm and inviting than that?!
4) Blankets and Pillows
Speaking of ‘warm and inviting’, I just love having over-sized throw pillows and a cozy blanket to cuddle up with after a long day. Having the pillows and blanket colors complement each other well, as well as matching with the aforementioned candle on the coffee table, all adds such a warm and inviting feeling to a home.
5) Details
One particular detail I pay attention to is coasters. Another is coffee mugs! (I love having a variety of coffee mugs that can be chosen to match my current mood.)
6) Keep it fresh
Try adding in an air purifier (with frequently changed filters) and/or sprinkling scented cones inconspicuously here and there (especially near trash cans or pet areas). A potted or hanging plant or two (or three!) is another great way to clean your air while also livening up the room. Flowers can truly bring your space to life, too.
These all great simple ways to keep your place feeling fresh, but one thing we try to avoid is adding too much “artificial scent” to our home. We find it to be more effective to “eliminate” odors rather than try desperately to cover them up with overpowering sprays.
What Makes Your Space Awesome?
Well these are some things that have worked well for us, maybe give a few of these try yourself!
What are some of your fave ways to spruce up your place and make your living space awesome?! We’d love to hear!
Krissy is a part-time blogger who writes on a variety of topics including: health & fitness, mindful living, interior design, fashion, and travel. The best way to connect with her is on Instagram.
