How to Hygge

Hygge, the Danish concept encompasses a feeling of coziness, contentment, and well-being. This trend is marked by comorting neutral colours and natural materials. By adding hygge decor into your home, it can create an inviting, peaceful, cozy atmosphere that is free of clutter and encourages togetherness and appreciating the little things in life.

Even though hygge is a concept that is commonly associated with winter, it was actually meant to be enjoyed year round. One of the best ways to incorporate hygge into your home is with minimalist home decor. Here are five design tips to help you embrace hygge in your living space.

One. Lighting Candles, lamps, and fireplaces are amongst the most common uses of lighting when hygge decorating. You’ll find with Scandinavian decor candles scattered throughout the space or fairy lights draped across the mantle.

Two. Soft Textiles Decorate with accessories like throw blankets, throw pillows and faux fur area rugs. There is something so comforting about curling up on the couch with a big comfortable blanket draped over you.

Three. Neutral Colours White walls or warm neutrals create a calming space. Hygge decor includes natural elements such as wood, bamboo, and plants.

Four. Removing Clutter Removing what is not necessary and selecting favourite pieces of decor that carry function and style creating that minimalistic feel.

Five. Creating a Cozy Space Set up a comfy space in which you can snuggle up with plenty of layers and enjoy a good book and a cup of coffee.

Does hygge design speak to you? If so, what have you done in your home to create an overall cozy, calm atmosphere?

Rattan - Continuing to Trend

Rattan was everywhere in the 70s, from chairs, to baskets and patio furniture. The trend popped up again in 2020 and has continued to evolve throughout the years in the interior design world! This Southeast Asian palm plant is naturally strong and malleable and it grows year-round. It’s also lightweight and easy to move. We love incorporating it into our designs as its light, golden colour brightens a room or outdoor space and adds a natural element.

We’ve gathered some of our favourite rattan pieces for your inspiration and to potentially add to your own space.

One. Rattan Ceiling Light - Crate & Barrel
Two. Mirror Natural Mirror - Article
Three. Tanake Rattan Table Lamp - Structube
Four. Rattan Serving Basket - Walmart
Five. Buskbo Armchair - Ikea
Six. Lasi Small Sideboard - LD Shoppe
Seven. Snidad Basket - Ikea
Eight. Rattan 12” Planter
Nine. Artesia Natural Round Placemat - Crate & Barrel

What are your thoughts on reoccurring trends and are you a fan of rattan?

Bedrooms Don't Have to be Complicated to be Cozy

One of our favourite tricks to making a bedroom inherently cozy, is to include different textures in the same colour palette. The bedroom should also be a haven of good vibes, rest and relaxation. It’s important to keep distractions in this space to a minimum. If you’ve been wanting to try out a certain colour palette, the bedroom is a great space to begin with. We love using white bedding and curtains to create a light and airy feeling. This allows for a neutral backdrop to add that texture and colour.

Whether you want to create a coastal bedroom, a light and feminine room, something more moody, or perhaps a relaxed boho vibe, these stylish bedrooms will give you all the decorating ideas you need to design a beautiful and cozy space. We’ve shared a few inspiring bedroom ideas below on how to decorate a bedroom of any size with texture and colour. As you scroll through, take note of what you love about each space.

A mix of light blues and greys with the beach wood canopy bed gives you that coastal bedroom feel. Texture is added through the cozy knitted blanket casually tossed at the end of the bed, the ceramic table lamps and pops of greenery.

For that more feminine feel, blush and light creams are used throughout this bedroom inspiration. A variety of pillows in all shapes and sizes, an oversized duvet and fur throw give it that casual, but elegant feel. The rug pulls all the colours together and adds that texture.

It doesn’t get any more moody with a dark green wall as your backdrop. With such a bold statement colour, we love using whites and creams to neutralize the space. Adding warmer tones and texture through the wood bench and leather pillows.

Boho vibes going on in this bedroom. A lot of texture through the woven baskets, greenery, mix of textiles and wood side tables. All the while it feeling spacious and bright in a smaller space.

Which bedroom are you more drawn too and how would you pull colour, texture and coziness into your space?

How to Create the Perfect Little Coffee Bar at Home

Whether you’re a morning coffee drinker, need an afternoon pick-me-up or a night cap, today we are sharing some tips and ideas on how to create the perfect little coffee bar at home.

One. Pick a Spot
Do you have a stretch of counter space you can use? You can create the perfect coffee bar with just a small designated space for your items. Use a tray to house all the items or even add a shelf above your coffee maker to add extra storage. If your countertop is not an option, use a rolling cart instead, which can be easily moved around the home.

Two. Stocking It
For the perfect coffee bar, you need to have all the essentials. From coffee beans to coffee mugs, here is a generalized list to start you off!
- Coffee Maker ( regular coffee maker, french press or fancy espresso machine)
- Coffee (whether it’s coffee beans, ground coffee or coffee pods)
- Coffee mugs
- Spoons
- Napkins
- Sweetener (Sugar, honey etc.)
- Milk & cream
- Bowls & canisters to organize the above items
- Sweets & Treats

Three. Personalizing the Coffee Bar
Now it is time to add your personal touch to the coffee bar. Adding greenery or a vase with flowers, a coffee sign, or artwork.

Are you inspired to create your own coffee bar at home?

Styling your Coffee Table

Coffee tables are often, even unintentionally, the focal point of a living room. We feel styling your coffee table is the finishing touch, so getting the styling just right is a must. It can make the mood for the rest of your space. We’re guilty of stashing our old receipts and keys there too, but there is a way to make your setup both functional and fashionable.

This week, we’re sharing 5 tips on how to style your coffee table for any type of surrounding and make a good impression.

One. Start with a Plant or Florals
A little greenery or a pop of colour goes a long way. Start with an interesting plant or floral arrangement to make your coffee table feel more organic and less staged.

Two. Layering Decorative Objects
Add a stack of books and decorative objects for a personal touch. Candles, vases and sentimental objects will give your coffee table a more elevated and interesting feel. It will also create height where things might otherwise feel a little flat.

Three. Play With the Shape of your Coffee Table
With a round coffee table we generally think they look their best when items are arranged in a triangular shape. With square coffee tables, try dividing the surface into quadrants and display an arrangement of four main items.

Four. Coordinate Your Colours
Pull accent colours from around your home and add a mix of other items to keep everything looking good together.

Five. Organize with a Tray
Use a tray to keep all your small essentials organized. This could include remotes, coasters, or any other items you like to keep handy on your coffee table.

We would love to hear how you’ve styled your coffee table!