How To Create A More Relaxing Living Room

how to create a relaxing living room

When you get home after a long, hard day, you should be coming back to an environment that helps you to relax and unwind. And the living room is the place where you will want to come first.

However, it is worth asking yourself whether or not there are any changes which you can make that will help to make it a better center of relaxation. Well, this blog post is here to give you a helping hand with a few suggestions and pieces of advice that should help you to create a carefree living space.

Visuals and Aroma

 To start off with, you want to create the right impression from the moment you step through the front door. Flowers are soothing both visually and aromatically, so they tick both boxes nicely.

Some candles can also help you to relax once the light starts to get low. And you should try to declutter your home as there is nothing more stressful than coming back to a house that is in chaos.

Light the Way

 The lighting of a room plays a central role in the overall impression you get from it. Natural sunlight really helps to improve your mood, so you should take steps to bring in as much of this as you can by keeping the shade pulled up, the curtains open, and your windows clean.

As for artificial lighting, you should install some task lighting and dimmer switches so that you have the option of changing it as needed.

Keep the Temperature Right

The heating and cooling systems that you have in your home should be kept well-serviced, and if anything is currently not working properly you should get a HVAC service. When it gets cooler in the evenings, you can also help to create a cosy atmosphere with some blankets.

Paint Right

The paint colours in your home can make a big difference to your mood, so if your current decor is not giving off the right impression, it may well be time for a change. The obvious choices are whites and beiges, but you could also opt for some tranquil blues, greens and greys too. Try to keep your furniture more neutral and not too jarring as well.

Underfoot Options

Tie the room together with a hardwood floor and soft area rug which will help to create a focal point and sense of unity. The simple layering of soft textile can really make a room more inviting, so cover your sofas in pillows, blankets and anything else which is going to make it harder for you to get up once you sit down again!

There is no doubt that a relaxed living room environment will help you to unwind at the end of a long day. These are just a few of the ways that you can create the effect that you are looking for. As you can see, it doesn’t necessarily have to take a huge commitment or monetary investment.

SEE ALSO: 12 MINIMALISTIC LIVING ROOM DECOR IDEAS
50 ELEGANT ARTIFICIAL FLOWERS TO BEAUTIFY YOUR HOME
HOW TO LIGHT YOUR HOME FOR MAXIMUM EFFECT

10 Comments

  1. Monica sors
    April 12, 2018 / 8:50 pm

    This is amazing! Thanks for the tips

    xx
    Mónica Sors
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    • wendee
      April 13, 2018 / 5:54 am

      Thank you too monica

  2. Sunset Taj Mahal Tour
    April 13, 2018 / 7:42 am

    It seems a nice way of living life, this is the way where one can see the best within it. Thanks for sharing this post this is really very nice and amazing.

  3. April 13, 2018 / 10:27 am

    hello
    Very good tips. My living room was also decorated with these concerns in mind ..
    xoxo

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  4. Gabrielle
    April 13, 2018 / 12:12 pm

    You make some very good points in this post, especially keeping the temperature at a comfortable level, as well as painting the walls in a lovely colour 🙂

    aglassofice.com x

  5. April 13, 2018 / 3:18 pm

    Great tips! It’s so important to get the space feeling right for you!
    Have a lovely weekend 🙂
    Rosanna x

  6. April 14, 2018 / 10:29 am

    Nice post!

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