A major reason why so many of us love the idea of having a winter break in a cottage in the countryside is because we associate them with warmth and cosiness.
There’s something extremely comforting about being inside this sort of environment when it’s freezing cold outside. But you don’t need to go to the expense of renting a cottage to enjoy this kind of lifestyle as you can quite easily add a cottage-feel and look at your own property with several simple touches.
The feel: make the space snug and inviting
Any cottage atmosphere must be suitably warm and cosy, so get that organised first if your living space feels a little on the cool side. Switch on or light your fire and invest in some thick blankets, placing them on your sofa and armchairs so that you can wrap yourself in them. You will also need energy efficient windows and doors to keep the warmth in.
With thermally efficient windows and doors fitted, you won’t need to overuse your heating system and can leave it to the fire to heat the space. This will also keep your heating bills stabilised and affordable, just what you need at a time when energy costs are at an all-time high.
The look: change to the cottagecore theme
Once your house has the appropriate feel, it’s your decor that needs to be dealt with next. The most obvious theme to follow is cottagecore, an aesthetic that celebrates simple living, particularly in the countryside. UK homeowners have gone mad for cottagecore since the beginning of the pandemic and it can be put down to its comforting nature.
Introducing floral patterns and prints is the easiest way to implement cottagecore, which can be present in soft furnishings like curtains and valances, wallpaper and drawer knobs. If you decide to invest in a window and door upgrade, choose a pastel-coloured finish for them to make your home look light and bright during even the dreariest winter days, and also maybe including Georgian bars in their design.
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