Our homes are our sanctuaries, the place we return to at the end of each day to relax and let the tensions of the day drift away. At least they should be anyway.
If you find that your home causes you more moments of distress than being a place where you can destress, then you may want to look to your décor and see if you can find ways to add some uplifting updates to create a more serene environment.
Lack of natural light, poorly placed or uncomfortable furniture, a lack of natural elements, a badly organised space and drab décor can all have a negative impact on our wellbeing, so it’s worth evaluating this to see if your mood can be lifted with a simple change in décor.
From introducing more light to adding some joy-inducing colour to reorganising your spaces so they work better for you, we take a look at nine home decorating ideas that are sure to lift your mood.
Let the sunshine in
Ditch the heavy, blackout curtains and opt for light, airy options to allow more natural light to filter through and brighten your day. If you have the opportunity to take on bigger renovations, then open some window spaces and swap them out for a bay window. Add a window seat, which can double up as a reading nook, and enjoy the extra vitamin D to lift your spirits.
Bright colours
Bright, bold colours bring a lot of joy to many people, and so it makes perfect sense to add some fun into your interiors with flashes of vibrant colours. Whether you choose to dress walls with pops of colour or add accessories throughout that liven up your home décor, you’ll be sure to start feeling more joyful.
Statement lighting
You might feel that your home’s interiors are starting to look a little tired and in need of some stylish updates to keep you well and truly on trend. A great place to start is within your lighting fixtures, as this can make a big difference to how luxurious and chic your home looks. For some super-stylish options, head to Lionshome to get some inspiration for your new-look abode.
Soft and sumptuous textiles
Cosying up in bed ready to sleep, on the sofa to watch a movie, or on an armchair with a long-awaited book are some of life’s simple pleasures. These moments are made only better by being cossetted with a super soft blanket and resting up against cosy cushions to induce a dreamy state, so upgrade your textiles for sumptuous lounging.
Your favourite colour
What’s your favourite colour? Why not use this as inspiration when updating your interior decoration for an instant uplift? If you don’t want to make big change like buying a new sofa in this colour, you could seek out some new bed covers, a new rug or cushion covers for some simple swaps.
A favourite focal point
One way in which you can lift your mood while being at home is to introduce a piece of artwork that you love and make it a focal point. Do you want an uplifting print to be the first thing you see when you walk in the door or an original piece to take pride of place above your fireplace? Perhaps it could be the first thing you see when you wake up in the morning. Use it as a centrepiece and decorate the rest of the space around this eye-catching artwork.
Nature
There are numerous studies that show how being closer to nature can improve your wellbeing and so it makes perfect sense to introduce more natural elements into your décor when trying to lift your mood at home. Try bringing in some air-purifying plants to your living spaces or add nature inspired wallpaper, cushions, curtains and the like.
Get the ideal layout
Are you tired of bumping into the edge of the bed? Sick of steering around an awkwardly placed sofa or coffee table? Does a large bookcase or cabinet feel like it’s looming over you or getting in the way of the window? It may be time to move your furniture around so it makes for an easier flow and better environment or swap out items that are too big or awkward for the space.
A serene space
Happy, bright colours may make some people happy, but when it comes to interiors, many still like a serene environment to relax in. A calming colour palate is sure to make anyone feel instantly relaxed after a stressful day, just be sure to include plenty of storage to hide away any unsightly clutter.
