Trends come and go, but cozy is forever. So, if you are in the middle of find a way to make your home cozy all the time, how about decorating hygge style?
Hygge (pronounced “hoo-ga”) is a Danish concept that emphasizes coziness, comfort, and warmth in home design and lifestyle. It is about creating a sense of well-being and contentment through simple pleasures and mindfulness in daily life. In home décor, this can be achieved through the use of warm lighting, soft textiles, and natural materials, such as wood and stone. Hygge also emphasizes a cozy and relaxed atmosphere, often achieved through the use of soft furnishings, candles, and blankets. The overall goal of hygge in home décor is to create a space that feels inviting and comforting, promoting a sense of calm and happiness.
Hygge is a Scandinavian way of life that spreads warmth and calm. It celebrates health and happiness and can be accomplished in other ways besides just décor. So, if you’re looking for more tips to live the hygge lifestyle, here are some do’s to achieve a hygge (cozy and comfortable) home.
Use warm lighting
Warm lighting such as candles, lamps, and fairy lights are all things that encompass the hygge lifestyle. The soft and kind glow of a candle cannot be replicated by anything else and should be used throughout your home to create a cozy, warm, and intimate atmosphere.
When the candle doesn’t illuminate your living room area, complete it with a string bulb light that can be hung on the curtain. These two lighting will be the right combination to give the living room a warmer and more dramatic feel. Combination of Bulb String Light with Candle Holder from @interiorhome__design.
The two vintage candle holders that are placed above the kitchen island are an additional lighting suitable for a hygge theme. You can place them close together to produce maximum lighting and are ready to be used as the focal point of the room. Vintage Candle Lighting Ideas from @retwiggdstylist.
When you are going to use candle lighting at home, don’t just use one to produce a dramatic feel and of course it will bring a warm impression to the room. Place three candle holders on the wooden bench gnats in the entryway area to welcome your guests who come too. Dramatic Candle Lighting for Entryway Area from @snyggehygge.
Not only using candles as hygge-themed room lighting, now you can also use a large number of curtain string lights so that they can be used as the main lighting at night. Just choose and use this fairy light with white lighting so that the light produced is maximized. Fairy Lighting Curtain Display from @_dom_s_kotikami.
Do you need warm lighting in a hygge living room area? If so, then try using several candles of different shapes and sizes. You can place this candle holder in several different areas evenly and of course in a neat and orderly arrangement. Get a candle holder at the nearest shop with a minimal budget. Candle Holder for Living Room Lighting from @_peace_corners_.
Incorporate natural materials
Natural materials such as wood, stone, and wool has a warm and organic feel that is perfect for creating a hygge atmosphere. For example, use wooden furniture wooden pieces, such as a dining table, coffee table, or bookshelves, into your home décor. Or consider use stone elements, such as a fireplace surround or a stone wall, to add texture and interest to your space.
One of the hallmarks of hygge decoration is the dominance of natural wood. You can apply it to the furniture and interior parts of the bedroom, for example, you can combine the use of wooden beams ceiling, teak wood bench and barn door. Wooden Beams Ceiling Bedroom from @land_scheune.
Not only using wood to present a natural theme in the living room, now you can use paver stone as a fireplace design that will help warm the room instantly. The paver stone material in this fireplace is highly recommended because it has a harder surface and is not easily porous when used for a long time. Paver Stone Fireplace Design from @higginsenergy.
Reuse reclaimed wood materials in your home as useful furniture. For example, you can turn this wood material into a coffee table that can be placed in your living room, no need to repaint it so that it looks natural and environmentally friendly. Reclaimed Wood Coffee Table Design from @cleanbohodecor.
It’s a good idea to use this type of furniture with natural wood materials that are able to bring natural nuances into the room. Finish the wooden surface of the table and sofa spindles by refinishing it to make it look more classic and shiny, you can easily try to do it yourself. Spindle Wooden Table and Frame Sofa from @homeby_marit.
Stone material is always the favorite choice for hygge home decoration. Now you can try it on the statement fireplace with a size large enough, you don’t need to worry about it being easily damaged or porous because it is made of hard material. Statement Stonework Fireplace Design from @higginsenergy.
Add soft furnishings
By incorporating soft furnishing into your home décor, you can create a warm and inviting atmosphere that promotes comfort and relaxation. For example, for your living room, add cushions to your sofa, and chairs to make them more comfortable and inviting. Grab a cozy blanket to snuggle up in your bedroom and invest in a high-quality bedding that is soft and cozy, such as flannel sheets or a down comforter.
Wherever you are, comfort remains the main thing. Prioritize the use of bedding and throw blankets with the use of the right materials so that you can rest more comfortably during the day and at night, choose and use simple fabrics to match the hygge theme that you are applying in your current bedroom. Soft Bedding and Faux Fur Blanket from @charlotteclarkhome.
Besides tenderness maybe you will also need warmth. Therefore use a suitable throw blanket material on your bed, a chunky blanket might be one option that never fails. You can try using it with a neutral color like plain white. Chungky Knit Throw Blanket from @stowidokow.home.
When you use a plain white linen sofa, complete the surface with some throw pillows that can make the sofa area softer, more comfortable and warm. Make the existence of throw pillows to give a festive touch, so you can use throw pillows that are full of colors and patterns. Patterned and Festive Throw Pillows from @femsway.
The velvet material used in this pillow case has a smoother and softer surface. Choose a monochromatic color scheme so that it is suitable for use in a hygge minimalist living room. The choice of gray, black and white is a smart idea. Soft Velvet Monochromatic Pillows from @home__andotherstories.
Cover your bedding surface with a colorful crochet blanket with a dominating vintage pattern. This throw blanket is able to provide a more comfortable sleeping surface for you when used throughout the day, it’s not enough to stop here, crochet knit material is also easier to wash when it’s dirty or smelly. Colorful Crochet Blanket Ideas from @nautikrallcrochet.
There’s nothing wrong with using bedding and throw blankets in the same bed frame area. This idea is intended to make the room look more alive, the pattern used can be adjusted to the hygge theme that you apply. A patterned headboard and a striped rug make the room richer in pattern. Mix Patterned Blanket and Bedding from @joanna.anastasia_.
Sofas and chairs are the main furniture that must be owned in every living room in addition to a comfortable sitting area. You can choose it with any design as long as it fits the hygge theme, for example, when you are already using a white linen sofa, for the chairs you can choose patterned ones. Linen Sofa and Chair in the Living Room Area from @daffodilhillhome.
Faux fur throw pillows and chunky blankets become a warm blend when applied to the sofa you are using. Just choose a neutral color so as not to give a tacky color contrast. The advantage of using neutral color splashes is that it makes it easier for you to combine them with other interiors. Faux Fur Pillow and Chungky Blanket from @wohnverzaubert.
Embrace simplicity and minimalism
To promote a sense of calm and relaxation in your home, all you gonna do is embrace simplicity and minimalism. You can start with remove anything that is unnecessary, doesn’t bring joy, or clutters your space. Aim for a minimal and uncluttered look. Choose neutral colors, such as white, beige, and grey, to create a calming and peaceful atmosphere. Consider to choose furniture and décor that have clean lines and simple shapes to create a minimal and uncluttered look. Keep it simple! Avoid over-decorating and stick to a few well-chosen pieces that bring joy and comfort.
Don’t use flashy colors for a hygge minimalist living room color scheme. White and gray are the right choices that you can apply to interior use in it, a gray sofa with a coffee table and white throw pillows will blend perfectly in one and the same room. White and Gray Minimalist Living Room from @justyna_home_decor.
You don’t need to use too much furniture in a minimalist hygge dining room decoration. Just use a set of dining tables and chairs that can be adjusted according to the number of family members. The use of slate wood for the dining table adds texture to this dining room. DIY Wooden Slate Dining Table with Black Chairs from @my_nordic_home_am_see.
One color choice that is suitable for minimalist decoration is beige. This color seems more neutral and makes the room feel wider and brighter. Use simple furniture with a neat and orderly layout, sectional sofa is an idea and a choice that will never fail for both appearance and comfort. Neutral Color Scheme Living Room from @saeris_welt.
To avoid clutter in your living room, just use enough furniture or interior according to your needs. Linen sofa, ottoman coffee table and a dresser are a combination of furniture that will work well together and will certainly support your activities while in this room. Use Main Furniture Only from @sophia.at.home.
This minimalist hygge living room with a dominance of neutral colors will never go out of style. You can apply neutral colors to the entire interior used. Additional wood accents on the coffee table and floor are the finishing touches that can instantly bring a natural feel to this room, try it now easily. Minimalist Hygge Living Room from @kimis.home.
The low sofa, which is perfected with throw pillows and throw blankets, is suitable for application to a minimalist living room. Choosing a neutral color is also a smart idea that can be applied. Hang a frameless mirror on the wall as a decoration that can make the room feel brighter and give the impression that the room is wider as well. Cozy Sofa with Throw Pillows and Blanket from @beahyggespreder.
This open hygge home decor is suitable for those of you who have a large and open room. Here you can combine the living room and dining room openly with vintage style choices. Also dominate the room with natural wood materials to emphasize this hygge theme. Open Plan Hygge Home Decor from @joanna.anastasia_.
The predominance of white in this kitchen area is perfected with wood accents which can instantly bring a touch of Scandinavian style. You can apply it to the kitchen or more precisely to the countertop cabinet. There is no need to paint the wood accents used, just let them remain natural and environmentally friendly. Scandinavian Style Countertop Area from @bakewells_and_baskets.
Focus on creating a space that feels welcoming and comfortable
Candle lighting will be more inviting when you place it in a living room that is often visited by your guests. Use a large number of candles to produce warmer room lighting because the lighting produced is dominated by orange. Inviting Candle Lighting from @lillisolveien.
By focusing on creating a space that feels welcoming and comfortable, you can achieve a hygge home décor that promotes relaxation, comfort, and a sense of community instead of one that is perfect or showy.
You can relax in the corner of the room when you put an armchair complete with throw pillows and blankets. Here you will be more relaxed because you get a comfortable sitting surface and can put your hands on both sides of the armchair, the fireplace which is right beside it adds a warm feel. Corner Armchair beside the Fireplace from @sophia.at.home.
This linen sofa with a soft and warm surface becomes a sitting area as well as a place to lie down when needed, because this sectional sofa is equipped with throw pillows and blankets on the top surface. Also try to use the right lighting such as candles that can be placed anywhere according to the needs of the room. Soft Linen Sofa with Throw Blankets from @snyggehygge.
Adjust the room temperature in your home by using a fireplace as a space heater that can be used as needed. This wall mounted fireplace can only be used in the living room which is more used for chatting with family. Wall Mounted Fireplace Design from @my_nordic_home_am_see.
