When you first walk into a room it really shows itself. It ignites feelings, hopefully happy ones.
However, sometimes when walking into a cool space it doesn't provide the warm, comfort and coziness often sort after.
Here are a few easy solutions which can change a cool space and transform it into a warm space.
1. Painting - By painting the walls a warmer colour, (such as a dark grey, I bet you wouldn't have guessed I was going to suggest a grey!) it will make the walls appear closer together (left & right). Painting the ceiling a darker tone invites the ceiling closer to the floor and the furniture. Although normally I have a strong opinion of keeping ceilings within the white tones I believe this space is screaming for it.
Wallpaper is introduces patterns and texture and is a great way to liven up a space. Be bold!
2. Furniture - Furniture heights are crucial to complimenting a space. In a small space- think smaller but in a large space, with high ceilings - think big(er).
Tip: When thinking big try finding furniture with legs, instead of having the items sit directly on the floor.
Even a super over-sized floor cushion would be fantastic in this space and encourage people to focus their attention towards one point.
3. Texture - An easy way to incorporate texture into a space is by adding a rug. The sensations people feel when in a space is important to. Walking onto wooden flooring gives a very different feeling to stepping onto a luscious rug. A fabric couch would also work wonders as leather is a cool material selection. (Once again, think a charcoal fabric to match the wall). The ultimate fix in this situation is adding cushions, you can never have too many, think floral or pattered cushions.
Tip: Rugs should be placed under your furniture and not around them.
4. Lighting - Lighting is often the place I encourage clients to have a little fun. Find something you love and cannot live without and find a home for it. Just ensure the colours and heights suit the space.
5. Flowers - Embrace flowers and plants and try and include them where possible. In this space, think big and work with varying heights.
Enjoy & feel free to leave comments
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