Create A Cosy Space This Autumn

Embrace autumn with some easy updates that will help create a cosy feel and ambiance.

Not only will these updates create a more comfortable space for you to enjoy during this season as the temperature cools down but it will also create appeal for buyers if you plan on putting your home on the market.

Creating a cosy autumn ambiance can be done across the entire home or to one or two rooms.

Steps to updating decor for the season include colour, natural elements, textures, lighting, scents and cosiness outdoors.

Colour
Colour is a significant factor in creating ambiance. Colours like reds, yellows, oranges and rich browns create a sense of cosiness by conveying a sense of warmth.

The first thought when incorporating colour might be to paint walls but if you’re not ready to make permanent change or simply don’t want the hassle there are other ways to embrace warm colours.

You can bring colour in using other aspects of decor like throw pillows, blankets, curtains or even smaller elements like artwork. 

Natural elements
Bringing nature indoors isn’t just great for visual appeal, plants can even reduce stress and anxiety.

To embrace the autumn aspects of nature try creating an autumn-inspired centre piece using dried leaves, flowers and candles (battery operated for safety).

Not only can this add warmth and texture to the home but it also gives your creativity a chance to shine.

Textures
Add varying textures with pillows, rugs and blankets. A combination of different textures can create a layered effect.

Think soft fluffy pillows, plush rugs, soft blankets, woven fabric and other textures. They should contrast and complement each other in both texture and colour.

Lighting
The style, colour and brightness of lighting has a huge impact on spaces and the way they feel.

There is a huge difference between a room lit by lamps or candles compared to an overhead light.

There’s further difference still between the colour of the light used if it’s white, frosted, warm or cool.

While brighter colours are suited to working areas like offices, kitchens and laundry rooms warmer colours can be embraced in living areas, bedrooms and even in the bathroom, especially for those long luxurious baths.

Embrace a change in lighting by simply changing out light bulbs for warmer colours, adding lamps, candles (battery operated or real flame) or even string lighting.

Warmer coloured bulbs give the room a softer and more inviting glow creating a more relaxing space. Teaming this with your textured pillows and throws it will be hard to resist relaxing in the living space.

These lighting techniques can be used in living areas, dining areas and even used to create a cosy reading nook in a bedroom or living space.

Scents
While we’ve discussed changing colour, lighting and texture we can’t forget about smell.

Adding a specific scent creates a unique and memorable element to the home. Candles, diffusers, sprays and potpourri can be added to any room for an instant boost.

Think about autumn and what it means to you to truly embrace the autumn theme within your home. There is no set rule for what scents can be used for autumn but traditional scents might include cinnamon, honey, florals and vanilla.

Outdoors
Don’t forget about your outdoor space. The days are often warm and sunny while the nights are cooler making it the perfect time to use a firepit. If you don’t already have one, consider making a space for one or opting for a gas one which provides a great ambiance without the hassle of wood.

Embrace the same elements discussed for indoors and add it to your outdoor space: add warm colours with blankets, pillows or even plants, create texture with the selections, add string lights or change the colour of the outdoor bulbs to make a more relaxing ambiance and add a scented candle to get that aromatic element.

Updating outdoor seating can also help add to the cosiness of the space if you don’t already have a comfortable outdoor setting.

Why not try embracing the spirit of autumn in your home by adding one, two, or all of these easy decor aspects.

It will make your home feel cosy and while also bringing a unique look to your home appealing to potential buyers who will be able to truly see what it’s like to live in the home.