When winter hits and everything starts cooling down, it often feels natural to hole up in your home and not want to emerge again until it’s summertime. If cosying up during winter is your thing, you will probably want to spend some time making your home look and feel as comfy as you possibly can. Not sure how to transition your home from summer to winter? Take a look at our 16 must-haves to warm your home for the cooler months.

1. Warm shag or pile rugs

Thick rugs not only keep your home and feet warmer during the cooler months, but they can also do wonders in giving your space a welcoming, warm feel.

2. Thick curtains

You probably have a light set of curtains on your windows in the summer months. Change these out for a thicker set in winter and it can help create a warm vibe while helping to keep the warm air inside and the cool air outside.

3. Warm, neutral tones

Create a beautiful, calming ambience in your home by decorating with warm, natural tones. Think lots of nudes, beiges and earthy tones that remind you of comfort.

4. Lots of cushions

Having a big pile of cushions on your bed and couch is not only incredibly comfortable, but it also can create a lovely, warm ambience in your space. Play around with different shapes, prints and patterns.

5. Textured hangings

Textured hangings are a great way to bring a bit of warmth into your home in the winter months. Try playing around with different styles to see what suits your space best.

6. Bring the garden inside

Having a few (or a lot) of plants inside is a great way to instantly lighten up the atmosphere and bring the natural world indoors. They can also help clean and improve the quality of your air while providing a much-needed connection to nature while you’re avoiding the colder temps outside.

7. Floor lamps

Floor lamps are a fantastic way to create a warm evening vibe. They can be found in a huge variety of styles with something to suit every home.

8. Don’t be afraid to add in some colour and patterns

Adding in pops of patterns or rich colours throughout your home will work well to bring in warmth while enhancing the lighter nude palette you might be working with.

9. Add some throws

Nothing says winter like having some warm throws around your home. Pile them on your bed and couch to add layers and enhance your space.

10. Utilise natural or handmade pieces

Handmade pieces are a fantastic way to add rich character to your home.

11. Comfy armchairs

A comfy armchair layered with throws and pillows is a brilliant way to not only add to the appearance of your home but also create a comfortable space in which you can relax. Whether it’s the chair you drink your morning coffee in or your perfect spot to get comfy and read a book, armchairs are great statement pieces.

12. Create a space for your treasures

Think about displaying some of your treasured knick-knacks around your space. This can help create a sense of home and comfort while conjuring fond memories.

13. Mirrors

Strategically placing some large mirrors around your home can give it a bohemian vibe that you’ll be sure to love.

14. Artwork

Playing around with how you place your artwork is not only fun, but it also has the power to completely change the feel of your home. Try grouping similar pieces and see what it does to your space.

15) Try some vintage

Adding in elements of vintage furniture throughout your home has the power to enhance your other modern furniture. This can provide a lived-in homely feel that is impossible to pass up.

16) Lighting is everything

Lighting can instantly change the feel of your home. Whether you want to add some fairy lights or some more vintage-looking string lights, they’re a great way to add instant warmth and homeliness to your space.

Try utilising some of these tips and see how your space is changed almost instantly. When the weather outside is cold, it’s time to bring the warmth in.

For help with your interior design, trust the experts at Jarvis Interiors. Get in touch today on +61412398313 and see how we can work with light, sound, patterns and colour to create the space of your dreams.