Bring those hotel-life luxe vibes into your home.
Hotels can be so relaxing. Waking up in a comfortable room, not worrying about making the bed, doing the laundry, or even the emails piling up in your inbox is a beautiful feeling. But that’s not all. The design of the hotel also helps. It sets the right vibe. Here’s how to bring it home with you.
- Dramatic lights: Make the entrance of your home as memorable as possible. Take a cue from hotels and add a dramatic light fixture or some art that makes a statement that people can see as soon as they enter your home. Because you know that a first impression lasts forever.
- Same room, different spaces: Consider your living room to be a hotel lobby. Now divide the room into separate areas, one for working from home, another to relax with a book or a casual conversation, and an inward-facing formal seating area that encourages conversation as well.
- Add textures: Even if you want to take the minimalist approach in terms of color, you can easily make your home more interesting by using multiple textures to add depth. A mostly white color scheme could use worn wood, fuzzy rugs, and sleek furniture for a classy look.
- Creative drapery: Add mystery to your bedroom with some creative drapes. A full canopy bed may seem excessive, but a single white veil can instantly add a feeling of luxury. You can also use it to divide an odd-shaped space or create privacy for a home office.
- Unexpected tiles: Colorful tiles are an interesting way to draw attention to areas, like stairs, that are typically overlooked. They’re also far easier to clean than rugs and, when used well, can really brighten up a space.
- Large plants: If you’re able to keep plants alive, then consider adding oversized plants to your space. They can make your home seem more inviting. Plants are also known to have a relaxing effect on people and can make your home feel like an escape from the rest of the world.
- Velvet dining chairs: Sure, you don’t spend too much time at the dining table at home, but here’s one way to start slowing down meals and enjoying family time. Get comfortable velvet upholstered chairs and add a luxurious dimension to your home meals.
