Guest Blog: 5 Ways to Bring Hygge to Your Living Room
What is Hygge?
Hygge pronounced “hoo-gah”, is a Danish principle that refers to comfortable living. It promotes the idea of coziness and warmth. Technically, anything that is good for your overall mental and physical well-being means you’re living the hygge lifestyle. Decorating using hygge doesn’t require much, all you need are items that promote comfy and cozy living. Here are five living room essentials to help you start your hygge decor journey today!
Rustic Fireplace
Adding a sleek and rustic fireplace to your living room will change the entire ambiance of the space while also adding a beautiful aesthetic to your home. Having one installed can get costly, but you can always opt for purchasing a gas or electric fireplace. Try to find one with realistic features like burning wood and a built-in heater so you can get as close to the authentic fireplace feel as possible. The new addition will definitely make you feel cozy inside and out.
Comfortable Seating
To achieve maximum coziness while you’re warming up in front of the fireplace, make sure you have a comfy place to sit. Whether you choose an eclectic statement piece with bold patterns or a neutral accent with soft colors, opt for a sofa that compliments your style and personality. Also, make sure to choose one with a lot of cushion and soft memory foam so you can sit comfortably in front of the fireplace for hours if you want.
Cozy Blankets
The best part of the chilly weather season is being able to curl up under your favorite decorative throw blankets. Draping a few throws on the back or sides of your sofa will add a decorative touch to your living room. Trying buying blankets with quilted patterns or faux fur so it not only keeps you warm but looks the part as well. Having a soft blanket nearby is always helpful, just in case you need additional warmth.
Candles
Turn down your lights and burn a few candles to produce an intimate and warm atmosphere in your living room. Candles promote relaxation and tranquility while bringing a subtle soft glow to the room. To make an ordinary candle stand out a little more, try buying a decorative candle holder. Placing them strategically around places in your living room, such as on a mantel, will help showcase the beautiful accent piece and add some life to dull surfaces.
Interesting Books
There is no better way to top off your cozy night than cuddle up with your favorite book. Pick up your favorite novel and settle in with some light reading to help ease your mind after a long day. If you don’t like to read, pick an activity that makes you happy and do that instead. What matters is you’re spending time doing something that will help you unwind and feel the sensation of comfort.
Why You Should Try Hygge?
Decorating your living room using hygge doesn't have to be hard or expensive. As long as you use furniture and decor items that make you feel good, then you are utilizing hygge to the fullest. Using this Danish style of decorating will transform your home into a cozy haven that you can't wait to get back to every day.
About the Author:
Jennifer is a home decor enthusiast and content creator who loves to share her tips with as many people as possible. She tries to spend as much of her spare time as possible curled up under a blanket with a good book and cup of coffee.
Jennifer is a home decor enthusiast and content creator who loves to share her tips with as many people as possible. She tries to spend as much of her spare time as possible curled up under a blanket with a good book and cup of coffee.
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