Ways to make ‘Home’ best place to be!
Spending time, energy and money to deck up your house is always worth it because home is where the heart is. A home is a lot more than just bricks and cement. It is an emotion. After a long tiring day at work, all you need is wholesome nutritious food coming out of your perfect kitchen, a great hangout corner to chill with your loved ones and a good restful sleep in your cozy bedroom.
A dash of green, thoughtful interiors, well-picked upholstery, and aromatherapy is all you need to make your home a happy dwelling one. Read on for some great tips from our design experts which will make your house look great, feel awesome and serene.
- The first impression-
The path that leads to your main door is an important one in giving that first impression or instilling the feeling of calmness as soon as you near your home. Decorating your pathway with plants, grass or outdoor artifacts can make your space look tamed.
- Light it up-
There are various lighting options with respect to warm and cool lights. Having a good combination of dim, soothing light and of bright and alert one- depending on the age and occupation of the family members is a good idea. You should also make sure that there is enough sunlight coming into your house, but not directly and just right enough to have your house bright in the daytime. Natural sunlight plays an important role in killing germs and bacteria as well as imparting energy to the house.
- Colour and aromatherapy-
Having colors that suit you and your personality always helps in giving that instant mood enhancement and welcoming cheer in the house. Yellow for joy, red for energy and woody for that rustic feel, pick the color that suits you right. A color laden day bed, colorful cushions, and some fresh indoor plants can fulfill this element.
Aromatherapy can be designed as per your personal taste or medical need. Rose and lavender scents are used to treat anxiety and nervousness. Orange and lemongrass are ways to eradicate insects, rodents and give a refreshing and re-energizing effect. Look for the perfect scent that your body and mind needs.
Aromatherapy dispensers and incense sticks holders also add to the decor of your home sweet home. From ceramic to metal, there are various ornamental designs and choices for one and all.
- De-stressing elements-
As stress levels are increasing and life is getting chaotic by the day, many architects and interior designers are now focusing on creating areas that work on de-stressing, giving a spa kind of a cool and calm feeling. A rocking chair, wind chimes, an Indian sitting or having a courtyard inside can solve this purpose. Proper placement and make of windows can play an important role by enhancing cross ventilation and ensuring there is fresh air coming in. This area can also be tastefully personified by having murals, water falls, paintings and antiques of your choice.
- Unhoarding-
Cluttering the space that you live in can create clutter in your mind. Psychologists claim that unhoarding and getting rid of a mess can make a significant difference in a person’s mental health. Finding the right place and solution to every single thing in your house by giving it an aesthetic sense requires thoughtfulness. This can take efforts, but it can go a long way in creating an atmosphere which focuses on holistic growth and development.
- Music and media corner-
Entertainment gives inspiration and is the most powerful stress buster. Some like starting the day with spiritual prayers, some like high energy music while some use it as a tool to unwind after a long day. If not a media room, one can have a media corner by decorating it with vintage music paraphernalia, music CDs and DVDs of your choice and posters of your favorite movies or music albums.
- Workstations, studio, and corners of your interest-
Giving due importance to your interests and hobbies in life and creating corners in your house dedicated for the practice is a great idea not only in creating positive vibes at home but also in encouraging you to practice what you love the most. Having a prayer corner can help you meditate and pray for the peace of mind while having a corner for plants can help you feel closer to nature imparting a sense of nurturing and growth.
Detailing and thoughtful arrangement of things can help you exude an aura of magical calmness, bringing in the essentials of harmonious living and serenity.
