Do you ever browse the web and find pictures of homes that just make your heart warm? Well, with a few simple tricks, you can make your apartment Insta-worthy. There are things that will cost you just a couple of bucks, but the transformation they’ll do to the space is amazing, and you won’t believe your eyes at the magic you’ll be seeing.
In the following article, we’ll share with you some simple tricks that will make your friends spend lots of time at your place, leaving them wondering how you managed to change up the whole atmosphere from simple to cozy.
Buy a nice area rug
Wall-to-wall carpets are kind of old-fashioned and they are high maintenance as well. A nice way to spice up your room would be to buy a nice area rug. There are different kinds, colorful ones, monochromatic ones… make sure to combine the colors well, and look at how the whole room changes. Plus, if you decide that it’s time for a change, you can simply roll it up and store it away. We recommend you invest in a Lemieux et Cie rug since they have tons of designs that come in different sizes and are quality and durable.
Area rugs should be big enough to go under the smaller furniture pieces. For example, a nice area rug should go underneath all the chairs and the dining table, but it shouldn’t be that big to go under the whole sofa. For bigger furniture pieces, the rug goes only under the front legs of the sofa, and under the club table in front. Otherwise, it will make the room look a lot smaller.
Lots of pillows and covers
When you think of cozy, you think of something soft. And what is softer than having pillows laying around when you plop yourself on the sofa after a long day. It screams coziness. Not to mention that you can also decorate with them, by investing in different pillowcases. No matter if it’s a spooky season, or it’s Christmas time, you’ll be all covered.
Speaking of it, you should also invest in covers and blankets for your sofa as well. Small details like this make the room feel completely different. Throwing a knitted blanket over the sofa will make it more welcoming, and you’ll simply grab it to feel warm when the weather gets cold.
Dimmed lights
Invest in lamps and candles. Dimmed lights can really make the atmosphere more intimate and relaxing, especially in the nighttime, after a tough day. Also, you need to always choose the right lighting for different occasions. For example, if you’re having a small get-together, regular or dimmed light works best, but if you invited lots of friends and you’re organizing a bigger event, then you should always opt for brighter lights.
If you want to be stylish, you can always walk into a store and find tons of lamps to choose from. There are some small, cute ones, and there are also some big and bolder ones. Curved, straight, wooden, made from steel… you have complete freedom to find what suits your style the best. Candles are also fun to buy. For example, there are unscented ones, but there are also some with a fruity smell that will fill up the whole room.
Mirrors
We’re talking about some big, Pinterest ones! There are some unique mirrors, both modern and antique, with details that will fit into your home perfectly. Not to mention that the mirror will give out the illusion that the room is bigger. There are some pretty interesting ways of mirror placement. You can buy ones that have a hanger, ones that are completely independent, but you can also choose some to put above the dining table or the sitting area. Your social media pictures will rock!
Paintings
There is nothing that screams more artistic than having paintings hanging on your walls. Choose something that reflects you as a person, and you’ll have a fun topic to talk about with friends. No matter if you’re into abstract paintings or portraits, the possibilities and styles to choose from are endless.
Also, art doesn’t have to be expensive. There are tons of really good artists that sell their art for more affordable prices, and you’ll be having some high-quality paintings, and you’ll be helping struggling painters a lot. If you have some free time, you can always buy canvas and paint and pour your feelings out there. Something wonderful will come up!
Accent wall
Having an accent wall can change the outlook of the whole room. There are tons of pictures online, and you can find your inspo there. But, gather the courage to paint one of the walls a different, bold color than the rest. This will really bring out the wall, and all the decoration surrounding it. Throw some paintings and a small shelf with books, ornaments, plants, and see the results for yourself.