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How to create a cosy atmosphere at home
Practical tips on scent, light and a calmer everyday space.
A cosy atmosphere doesn't come from one big change, but from several small touches that work well together. Here are six tips you can start with today.
Light in layers
Instead of a single ceiling light, combine several smaller sources at different heights: a floor lamp, a table lamp and a candle. In the evening, choose warm light, which is easier on the eyes.
One scent per room
Less is more. Give each room one scent and don't mix several at once. Fresh citrus such as Yuzu & Bergamot suits the morning; in the evening, go for woody, warming notes.
Scent as a first impression
The hallway is the first place to greet you when you come home. A reed diffuser there scents it continuously and needs no care at all.
Clear surfaces
The fewer things on display, the calmer a room feels. On a shelf or side table, keep just a few objects you truly love.
Natural materials
Wood, linen, wool, ceramics and stone bring warmth and calm to a space. They combine well and only get better with time.
Fresh air
Air your rooms briefly but thoroughly: a few minutes with the window wide open does more than leaving it ajar all day. Scent then comes through far better in clean air.