Home is definitely where the heart is. Your home should be a retreat after a long day at work, a place where you can be yourself, and a space to share and make memories with those closest to you. Choose your next home wisely and it will have all the makings of a place you can live, relax and grow, as well as a setting you can really make your own.
Buying a property you adore is a great start but also just the beginning! Read our tips for making your home a sanctuary that keeps you safe, calm and grounded whatever life’s ups and downs.
Colour yourself happy
Colour has a powerful effect, especially when you select the right shade and use it in exactly the right places. Colour can influence your mood and behaviour, and create a home that instils that calming vibe as soon as you walk through the door.
When picking a colour palette that calms and soothes, look outdoors for inspiration. Typically, shades found in nature offer the best relief, with neutral shades particularly safe and satisfying bets. A calming colour scheme doesn’t have to be boring or out of touch with your personality. Many interior designers recommend following the 60/30/10 rule to create the perfect palette. This means using 60% of one colour, 30% of a pattern or print, and 10% of a contrasting, accent colour.
Embracing the same colour on the walls and ceiling can also mean positive things, ensuring continuity to promote calmness further.
Satisfy all the senses
Your home should be a multi-sensory experience, which means it needs to be more than just visually pleasing. The way it smells, feels and sounds all matter when creating a space that’s inviting and relaxing. Bear in mind that what’s comforting to one person, isn’t necessarily comforting to another. Take the time to find your scent and sound, and weave it into your décor to soothe your body, mind and soul from all angles.
Don’t underestimate the sound of silence either. Cultivating peace and quiet throughout the home can have tremendous healing power, especially considering the busy lives we all lead.
Seek clarity and comfort
With the walls decorated, and the perfect scent and sound flowing through your space, it’s time to add those finishing touches. Before adding more stuff, however, you should declutter and cleanse.
Clutter has more of a negative impact on mental wellbeing than many people think. It can make the home feel oppressive, with excessive visual stimuli directly linked to high stress levels, depleted mental energy, poor focus and productivity, and lower quality of life. It even has a negative effect on our relationships with others.
Your home shouldn’t feel like a prison but a wide, open space where you can be your most tranquil. Reduce and organise your belongings and, when the time is right, bring in items that enrich the comfort of your space. From touchably soft textiles to ambient lighting, it all helps to create a calm home where your wellbeing comes first.
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