A home is your relaxing sanctuary, a refuge where you can rejuvenate and unwind after a long tiring day. As the current situation has rewarded us with absolute chaos, creating a ripple effect on all aspects of our lives and squeezing every ounce of energy from us. The schools have been closed and many offices have mandated work from home – disrupting the usual routine which people followed earlier. You are spending 95% of the time at home, with your family. Now you cannot even venture out freely at any time of the day for leisure,  that alone has intensified the anxiety levels in people.

Anxiety has become a defining element of life. And the atmosphere of your home can add to that. Imagine that the living area of your home is cluttered with kids’ toys and books, the lighting seems inappropriate with the sight of stained Furniture and loud paint colours on the walls. In short, the whole vibe of the house feels wrong! Where will you find solace in such situations?

Your home has an immense impact on your mood and well-being. So, let’s use this “unceasing” quarantine period to revive your space with a calm and composed makeover. So, today we are sharing with you the top expert tips that will help you counter the chaos, make every decor component cohesive and instil a sense of tranquillity in your abode. Let’s dive in!

Choose a soothing colour palette 

Selection of an ideal colour for the walls of your house is as important as adding comfortable furniture and stunning decor details. If the colours are gaudy and vibrant, then they are not going to serve the purpose of reducing the stress levels. Deep grey, light blue, blush pink, soft green, classic white, lilac, teal are some of the colours that you can integrate into your home as they are an epitome of relaxation. Colours are a great tool to manipulate moods within the home. You can play with different colours of a single palette to create an interesting and eye-catching visual.  

Designated spaces for balance

To ingrain serene vibes in a space, it is fundamental to have a work-life balance and enjoy some leisure time, even when you are working from the comfort of your home. Design a space with a plush sofa, comfortable glider chair and armchair to sink into and loosen up. With that, use aromatherapy in the space with essential oils to ease anxiety from your mind. It should be your go-to work-free zone, where you can spend the “me time” and practise meditation with soft chants in the background.  

Engage the senses           

Sensory designing is a principle that goes beyond the visual aesthetic of a place. It is all about using the spectrum of all human senses, meaning activation of smell, touch, sound, taste and vision while designing a space. It is mentally and physically restorative.  Utilizing textured furniture and walls, plants, vintage mirrors, wooden floors, intuitive lighting and evocative fragrances can help in cultivating a magnificent multi-layer sensory design.  

Emphasize spaciousness 

The power of spaciousness cannot be understated in interior designing. You cannot call a cramped space with multiple items your calm space. Especially, if you are claustrophobic, such places can have a huge impact on your mind. An ideal space has a sense of “openness” in it, you should be able to navigate from one place to another without feeling anxious. An open-floor layout with wide windows and ample square footage area can really pacify the psyche.  

Conquer the clutter 

Nothing steals your mental peace like the unorganized and cluttered home. Say goodbye to all the items that are of no use and get rid of things that no longer please you. Get functional furniture with storage spaces to organize the scattered items. Decluttering a home can aid in relieving your stress and ease your mind.

Utilize natural textiles 

It’s a human instinct that we are drawn to the beauty of nature. There’s something astonishing about Natural Textiles and decors – they bestow a sense of belongingness. Some people are not blessed with a green thumb, so they can use décor items made from natural textiles. The bohemian theme is all about bringing nature inside – botanical prints, dream catchers, pots made of ropes, wooden furniture and many more. Greenery infuses a peaceful aura in the home. So, go to your florist and spruce up your house with the goodness of nature.

All things considered

Whether it is a living room, bedroom, reading nook, powder room or the patio, reset your home every week to make it more clean, welcoming and placid. We hope our tips will help you set the right mood and tone for your house.

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