How do I avoid a cold interior? 5 styling tips from interior stylist Britt: make your interior warm and inviting.
Many people Google "cold interior" because their homes feel uninviting, empty, or dull. A warm interior instantly makes you feel at home and creates ambiance and luxury. Interior stylist Britt shares five practical styling tips to instantly make your interior warmer and more inviting.
1. Give bare walls atmosphere
Bare walls make a room feel cold. Paint them in warm tones or choose wallpaper with a soft texture. Add art, wall lights, or a tapestry to create character. Even one accent wall instantly adds warmth. But my tip: tackle all the walls!
How do I avoid a cold interior? 5 styling tips from interior stylist Britt
2. Avoid cool white and choose warm tones
A common mistake: too much white (for example, RAL 9010 or RAL 9016) or cool gray. These colors make your interior feel distant. Warm neutrals like sand, taupe, beige, or terracotta create a sense of security. For added luxury, use deep accents like burgundy or olive green.
3. Create atmosphere with layered lighting
Lighting is the key to a warm interior. Use multiple light sources: a floor lamp next to the sofa, table lamps on the dresser, and dimmable spotlights in the ceiling. Candles and lanterns add extra warmth. By diffusing light, you prevent a cold interior and create a cozy atmosphere.
How do I avoid a cold interior? 5 styling tips from interior stylist Britt
4. Mix materials and structures
A cold interior often results from too many smooth and hard surfaces. Add warmth by combining materials and textures. Think of a wool throw on the sofa, a wooden coffee table, linen curtains, and velvet cushions. Soft materials bring comfort, while contrasting textures add luxury.
5. Warm up your seating area with decorative cushions
Decorative cushions are the quickest solution for a warmer interior. Combine different colors , textures, and sizes to create depth. Kotabo's decorative cushions complement any style and create an inviting and luxurious look. Think combinations of pink with green or beige with mauve: always atmospheric and timeless.
How do I avoid a cold interior? 5 styling tips from interior stylist Britt
Warm interior styling
A warm interior calls for color, materials, and details. Avoid cool whites; work with warm tones, add mood lighting, and choose soft textures. With Kotabo's decorative cushions , you can prevent a cold interior and create a stylish and cozy home.
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Love,
Britt from Studio Saarloos
