Winter wrapping your house - how to bring warmth into the interior (even when it's frosty outside!)
Listen, who among us doesn't love that feeling when we come home and just feel... wrapped up? It's such warmth, comfort and safety in one! And I guess each of us strives for it to be just nice, warm and cozy within these four walls, right? Therefore, when it starts to get colder outside and the days become shorter, the thought immediately comes to mind: "How can we warm up the interior even more?"
And that's where they come in - winter accessories for your apartment! They are simply necessary to fully enjoy the warmth of your home. Do you know who is worth drawing inspiration from? Of course from the Scandinavians! They have it at their fingertips - they have perfected the interior design to make it not only comfortable and functional, but above all, it effectively protects against the cold. And that's what we'll talk about today!
- A cozy welcome – a hall for winter
- Bedroom – your warm oasis
- Light that creates atmosphere
- Living room - the heart of the house in a winter version
- The magic of gold and retro shine
- Carpets that keep you warm and happy!
- Inspirations and arrangement details
- FAQ – Frequently asked questions
- Write in the comments!
A cozy welcome – a hall for winter
Okay, let's start with the entrance, because it is the home's showpiece! A hall or a hall is a place where we take off our jackets and shoes... And in winter, to be honest, what we most dream about is sitting somewhere comfortable and calmly changing our boots for warm slippers, or vice versa. The truth is that such a bench with an insulated seat is a salvation!
Be sure to check out the Scandinavian furniture collections - there you will find a lot of cool benches and chairs that will be perfect for a cool hall. And if you already have chairs, for example rattan ones, and they lack softness, no worries! Just add a warm pillow or a small blanket. Or, guess what? A small rug, one with short or long pile, will also work great! It doesn't have to just lie on the floor - on a cold chair it will immediately feel nicer, warmer and, what can I say, it will look really cute!
Bedroom – your warm oasis
We move on from the hall, right? Kitchen, bathroom, living room... but today let's focus on the bedroom, because that's where we regenerate our strength. In every room in winter it is worth taking care of this warm climate, but in the bedroom it is absolutely essential! We come back to the Scandinavians again - their furniture can create a bedroom that truly reflects the delightful warmth of home.
What about what's closest to the body? A woolen blanket placed on the bed, but under a sheet? This is a brilliant trick! It will pleasantly warm your back all night long. And on those coldest nights, when the frost stings your nose, just add another blanket over the duvet. It's such a simple yet effective barrier against the cold! It gives comfort, a sense of security and, most importantly, guarantees healthy and really sound sleep. Verified, it works!
Light that creates atmosphere
And the light! You can't go anywhere without it, especially in winter. In the bedroom, we choose one that is decorative and provides delicate, non-glaring light. Scandinavian lamps are masters of this. You know, the ones with white, spherical lampshades? They fit beautifully into the winter, somewhat fairy-tale atmosphere of the bedroom.
Do you remember the Balance table lamp, the one with a golden, "lying" ray? Or the white Kumu lamp, which is immediately associated with a charming snowman, or maybe with a cotton flower? These are bull's-eyes! And if you still need a floor lamp, I have a great idea for you. Think of one that gives off a soft, bluish light. Perfect to light it at night when you have to get up to go to the toilet - it won't blind you or wake you up completely. For example, this decorative Rabbit lamp - the lampshade is white, but when the diode is lit, the walls of the lampshade become a subtle blue color. Isn't that a smart solution?
Living room - the heart of the house in a winter version
And now we go to the living room, the heart of the house! Winter, as we know, is often associated with white and black. But so that our home doesn't look too... austere, it's worth adding some color! Of course, so that these colors still refer to the winter weather. How about pillows on the sofa? One with long hair, the color of the morning dawn (oh, those shades of pink and orange!), and the other with delicate images of wild animals in winter clothes? This will be a hit!
Let's not forget about Christmas accessories for the table and coffee table. You know, the little things that make an immediate difference! Dessert plates and cups with gold plating and pastel colors... They will look simply beautiful in the winter scenery! And a morning breakfast or afternoon tea served in such a setting will immediately create that unique, festive atmosphere. Because that's what it's all about, right?
The magic of gold and retro shine
And speaking of holidays… a Christmas tree is, of course, essential! Colorful baubles, gold threads, chains, icicles - all this creates this magical atmosphere. But do you know how to emphasize this festive character and extend it until spring? Golden lighting! Whether ceiling or wall lamps - a gold hanging lamp with a lampshade that shines beautifully with a brass shade of gold is a real gem. It can really lift and prolong the Christmas mood in the entire apartment! And if you are looking for wall lamps, choose retro-style ones to match the hanging lamp. You will create a coherent and beautiful composition!
And what next? In such an interior, where everything fits together, be sure to place a golden coffee table! Not black, not white – only gold! Why? Because such a golden table, for example from Zuiver, will beautifully complete the entire composition that began with decorative lamps and Christmas decorations. This is the dot on the "i" that will make the whole look really coherent and luxurious.
The truth is that in the coldest months of the year, when the sun hides behind snowy clouds, gold accessories are a real salvation! They bring the long-awaited sunshine into the interior. Brass gold is such a visual energy boost that can really save us from the winter blues that often hit us when we lack the sun. And it really works!
Carpets that keep you warm and happy!
What to do to feel good on these dark winter evenings? In addition to delicious herbal teas (dandelion, lavender, chamomile - yum!), a good book or board games with the family, it is also worth thinking about the interior! Fun accessories are one thing, but there's something else!
For example, yoga! Simple poses can be easily performed while sitting on a soft carpet. What about playing with children on the floor? Wool rugs are an absolute hit! Do you know why? Because they are incredibly warm, and what's more... they repel dust particles and all kinds of mites! A real must-have if you have allergies at home or you just want it to be clean and cozy.
And to make this Christmas atmosphere stay with us longer, think about a carpet with a motif of Christmas trees and snow hills, such as the Lakota carpet. You can place it not only in the living room, but also in the children's room or bedroom. Thanks to its rectangular shape, it is easy to fit - under the bed, under the sofa, next to the shelf... or simply in the middle of the room!
And if you prefer something more "wow" for the center of the living room, the round Bannock wool rug with unusual fringes that imitate the sun's rays is it! It immediately brings additional visual warmth to the interior. Well, it's just wonderful!
Selected furniture and lighting for this interior
EBB & FLOW
Smykke smokey gray wall lamp
diameter 20cm 40cm height
EBB & FLOW
Lute hanging lamp Ø22cm clear copper - Ebb&Flow
diameter 22cm height = 49cm
EBB & FLOW
Lute hanging lamp Ø14cm green gold - Ebb&Flow
diameter 14cm 27cm height
Bihome.pl store
EBB&FLOW lamps – original Danish design
Hand-blown glass. Authorized distributor in Poland.
Inspirations and arrangement details
FAQ – Frequently asked questions
What accessories will make my hall cozier in winter?
Choose a bench with an insulated seat, and if you already have chairs, add soft pillows, blankets or small rugs on them. It will immediately feel warmer and nicer!
Are gold accessories only suitable for holidays?
Absolutely not! Gold and brass accessories are a brilliant way to bring the sunshine into your interior throughout the winter. They help fight winter blues and add elegance.
What type of light should you choose for the bedroom so that it does not cause glare at night?
Soft, non-glaring light is ideal for the bedroom. You can choose lamps with spherical, white lampshades. If you need a light to get up at night, consider a lamp with a bluish, subtle glow that won't wake you up completely.
Write in the comments!
What are your favorite ways to insulate your interior in winter?
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