7 tips to create a cosy atmosphere in your living room this winter

During the coldest months of the year, it's time to make sure our homes are as warm and welcoming as possible, both in terms of actual temperature and comfort. Today, we present 7 things you can do to create a warm and welcoming living room, and that don't just include turning up the heat.

1. Add cozy textiles

Plaids and cushions both have the ability to soften and warm a chilly room almost instantly. Drape plaids over your sofa and add a few cushions to give your space a warm, cozy feel.

2. Incorporate wood

Wood has a very warm feel. It has rich tones and comes in a wide variety of finishes. Adding wood to your living room is a great way to warm it up and make it feel like the beautiful, comfortable modern home so often found in Scandinavian countries.

3. Add a few candles

Fire may seem like an obvious way to warm up a space, but not every space can accommodate a real fireplace. Wherever you live, a candle or two on the coffee table is a great way to warm up your living room.

4. Decorate with warm colors

Using rich colors in your interior is a great way to add warmth to your living room. They're neutral enough to be accented with brighter colors if you wish, but they're also perfect when paired with a natural material like wood.

5. Create soft lighting

Soft lighting creates a calm, relaxing atmosphere in a room and makes it much more welcoming. Rather than hanging bare bulbs or using track lighting, soft lighting, hidden in the ceiling or created by lampshades, makes the living room warmer and more welcoming.

6. Add a rug

Covering a cold floor with a cozy rug is a great way to add warmth to your living room and an element of comfort to your home. Rugs come in a wide range of sizes, styles and colors, so whatever space you have, you're sure to find one to suit your living room.

7. Include wall art

Adding artwork to your walls makes a living room feel warmer and more welcoming by making the space feel less empty. Bare walls, especially white walls, give the impression of a cold space. Make sure your room feels welcoming by adding some of your favorite works of art to your living room walls.