This is one of those “out of the box” posts, but hey, beauty is beauty regardless where we find it. With that out of the way, have you ever wondered what it takes to have a cozy home? Well, don’t wonder anymore because Medy Nahravani, founder of Design Haus Medy, is sharing with us some cozy home tips or as he calls it, how to bring that sense of “hygge” into our living spaces. “Hygge”, for those clueless like yours truly, is a Danish term whose closest translation is to be or make “cozy”. There is an undeniable art to making a space feel “hyggeligt”, but it’s not unachievable even for the most lackluster of spaces.

Cozy Home Tips That Will Transform Your Space

Soften the space with rugs, throws, and cushions

Consider rugs, throws and cushions key in the creation of coziness! Even an age-old sofa can be revived with the right selection of warm scatter cushions. They can consist of fabrics such as velvet, suede, wool, or heavy-weave cotton. Try to avoid “cold”, shiny materials such as Saturn and polyester.

Create “nooks” to nuzzle into

Take “hyggeligt” to the next level by creating a private nook to curl up in. Create nooks in larger rooms to provide a separate cozy home space that can be used for reading, speaking on the phone, resting or simply pondering. If you have a quiet corner in the home which currently serves little purpose, think about installing a built-in banquette or twin bed to serve as a “day bed” that you can enhance with cushions and a lovely throw.

Cozy up with Candles

Display candles on the coffee table, side tables, bookshelf, windowsill or kitchen tables, and burn to compliment the soft light of your floor or decorative lamps, keeping overhead lights dimmed or off. Essential oil infused candles are a nice option to consider, so you can sit back and enjoy the beautifully subtle spa-like fragrances wafting throughout your home as you wind down during the evening.

Bring the outside in

This doesn’t mean you need to install a 3 x 4-metre living wall or convert your space into an indoor rainforest, but simple injections of live greenery can do wonders for your cozy home. For low maintenance plants which you needn’t water daily, opt for succulents displayed in beautiful pots from your favorite home wares stores, unique ceramic pots made by artists or DIY pots.

Illuminate with luxurious lighting

What are cozy home tips with any lighting ideas? Well, to create real coziness, always try to keep your light as close as possible to the ground. The lower the light source, the more romantic the effect. This is why we always select candle light for special events. Floor standing lights and side table lights are always a better choice than high ceiling mounted lights. Further, enhance the lighting atmosphere by choosing light shades which project mood via their structure or texture.