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As the rainy season arrives, there’s something special about curling up in a cozy, stylish home.
Instead of overhauling the entire house, one can easily refresh it by adding interesting elements and accents, ensuring the home remains inviting and warm even during the monsoons.
Manojkumar Sharma, founder of Ashnam, shares tips on how to revitalize your space without costly makeovers.
Introduce warm lighting
Lighting plays a crucial role in setting the mood of a room, especially during gloomy, rainy days.
Sharma suggests swapping harsh overhead lights for softer, warmer options.
String lights, lanterns, and table lamps with warm-toned bulbs can create a cozy, ambient glow.
Consider adding candles for relaxation. Scented candles, in particular, can enhance the cozy atmosphere with comforting fragrances like vanilla, cinnamon, or cedarwood.
Brightening your space with color
Sharma advises incorporating vibrant colors to brighten up a dim room using pillows, throws, rugs, or wall art.
For a warm and comforting atmosphere, choose earth tones such as warm browns, terracotta, deep greens, stone finishes, and sandy neutrals.
To achieve a grounding effect, use these tones in larger furnishings or accents that feature natural elements like stone or wood.
Incorporate natural elements
During rainy weather, being indoors can make you long for the outside.
Brighten your space with greenery by selecting plants that thrive with minimal sunlight.
Add art or accents featuring birds for peace and freedom, or animals like elephants and turtles for strength and longevity.
These touches create a cozy, nature-inspired atmosphere that’s especially comforting during rainy season, emphasizes Sharma.
Elevate space with affordable abstract art
When enhancing the ambiance in your home, consider the visual impact of abstract art as a stylish and effective choice.
If you’re concerned about budget, you can find affordable abstract décor made from various materials, such as paintings, mantelpieces, or figurines.
Choose items that complement your home’s existing style and contribute to a lively, energetic atmosphere.
Create a reading nook
Set up a cozy reading nook in a quiet corner with a comfy chair, soft blanket, and reading lamp.
Add a side table for tea or candles.
Update everyday items like tea light holders, bookends, and flowerpots with classic or innovative designs.
Use sculptural bookends as decor or for small plants, and repurpose flower pots as candle holders for a layered effect.
Creating tranquility at home
To foster a calm and serene atmosphere at home, incorporate elements of spirituality or sacredness.
Consider adding figurines or artwork of deities which come in various shapes and sizes.
Choose pieces that resonate with you and suit the space where they will be displayed.
Place them in well-lit areas, ideally with natural light, concludes Sharma.
