5 Ways to Make Your Home the Comfy, Cozy Retreat You Need Right Now

For many, homes have become a catch-all space.

Almost everything — meetings, school, meals — happens in the same rooms. While we're living mostly at home, it’s natural to crave something that makes our days feel brighter, fresher, and less stressful.

Try these cozy home décor ideas to create a space that helps you find your calm. Keep in mind that what makes you and your family feel comfort is personal, so use these ideas as a starting point for turning your home into a comfy retreat from what is often a hectic world.

1) Warm It Up with Color

Cozy colors make even a large space feel snug and intimate. They wrap you in a warm hug as you enter the room, making you feel relaxed and rested.

These palettes tend to feature saturated tones and warm hues of orange, chocolate brown, caramel, and charcoal, but even cooler colors can feel cozy in their deeper hues like moss or navy. Adding these to your home will make every space feel welcoming.

Make a Pinterest or mood board that includes your favorite colors and images that make you feel warm, comforted, calm, and relaxed. Use this as your color inspiration.

You don’t have to repaint the walls, though - chances are these colors are already in your space. Just add some of the cozy touches below to emphasize your calm color palette.

2) Layer on the Texture

Be generous with layers of texture, mixing tweedy fabrics, fur, wood, or rattan. This brings depth and warmth into any room. Adding a wicker accent chair will immediately give a room warmth and depth.

Rugs are another attractive and quick way to add texture, so much so that we’ve devoted an entire section to area rugs below.

Blankets displayed on a ladder, a basket mindfully placed in a corner, or a mound of pillows on the bed can bring instant cozy comfort.

3) Soften the Space with Area Rugs

A quick and easy way to cozy up your home is to add softness with area rugs. Walking in the door, taking off your shoes, and relaxing at the end of the day is always a comforting feeling, but it’s even better when you step into a plush, fluffy rug. This not only amps up your style but also puts extra cushioning under your feet. You can also use the concept of layer here by placing a patterned design over a sisal rug.

4) Bring in Blankets, Throws, and Pillows

Keeping blankets, throws, and pillows handy not only looks comfy-cozy, it is comfy-cozy. Draping light blankets or large scarves over the arm or back of a sofa or chair keeps warmth in easy reach (not to mention adding tons of texture). You can easily wrap yourself up in a blanket and relax into soft pillows whenever the mood strikes.

Some think there is a limit to how many pillows you should place on a sofa or bed, but when you’re going for warm and cozy, it's up to you! Chenille, velvet, and faux fur are great options for both comfort and texture. The rich, luxurious vibe of these fabrics adds the perfect comfy touch.

5) Breathe in Comfort

Because scents are so closely attached to memories, they can affect your mood. You can easily make your space feel warm and comforting by using scents such as vanilla, cinnamon, and cloves. Other people find coffee, eucalyptus, or lavender soothing. Candles are the perfect way to liven the air with scents, and their soft glow also adds to the comforting ambiance.

Rich colors, plush pillows, and natural textures are just a few cozy home décor ideas that can create a space that helps you find your calm. This list is just the beginning - use it to spark your imagination and bring more comfort into your space.

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